Course: Facilitating and Visualizing Theories of Change

Do you want to learn how to clarity the logic of an intervention?

Discover the Power of a Theory of Change

Learn from the lessons of having facilitated more than 100 Theories of change.

This dynamic online training is designed to demystify the Theory of Change (ToC) and equip you with practical tools to apply it effectively. Dive into expertly crafted modules that explain:

  • What a Theory of Change Is: Understand the foundations and significance.
  • Purposes and applications: Learn how ToC simplifies complex goals into actionable strategies and links to the project management cycle.
  • Facilitation of ToC: how to organize and facilitate ToC workshops and discussions.
  • Visualization of ToC: how to make ToC diagrams look attractive and leverage Dataviz principles to make them clear and informative.

With engaging visuals, concise explanations, step-by-step guidance and good mood, this course empowers professionals to drive meaningful change with clarity and confidence. Join us to transform your understanding and make a difference!

  • Course duration : 4h30 videos + 8 exercises
  • Course level : Intermediate (better if you have some Results-based Management notions)
  • Videos : 35
  • Slides : 370
  • Acces : Lifetime access

Adquire this useful competence and become a ToC master

If you work in results based management, program management and design or evaluation, this training will equip you to facilitate discussions that will improve the programs you are involved in. If you are interested, continue reading! :)

Included in the course

  • What is a ToC
  • Examples of ToC
  • Ways to visualize ToC in Powerpoint
  • How to organize a ToC workshop
  • Lessons learned and tips
  • Other tools
  • More resources and guidance
  1. Spoiler alerts
  2. Definition of a ToC
  3. Purposes of creating a ToC
  4. Elements of a ToC
  5. Mechanisms
  6. Causal links
  7. Logframes and ToCQuality assurance of ToC
  1. Normal life ToC
  2. Programs ToC
  3. Other programs ToC
  4. Archetypes of ToC
  1. Dataviz and ToC
  2. Dataviz basics
  3. Position
  4. Colors
  5. Size
  6. Arrows
  7. Icons
  8. Layers
  9. Templates
  10. Others
  11. Challenges
  1. Facilitation
  2. ToC workshops design
  3. ToC facilitation
  4. Lessons learned
  1. Resources
  2. Tools

Benefits of this training

Lessons learned from having facilitated +100 ToCs

This training condenses all the knowledge, experience and tips collected since 2017 facilitating ToC sessions and workshops. So you can become an expert by absorbing all that experience. This training is also unique as it combines both parts of the exercise: the facilitation of the process and the creation of the diagram (the product).

Benefits of ToCs

Theories of change are an amazing tool and an ally for practitioners. Here are some of their benefits:

  • Clarity of Purpose: Clearly defines goals and the steps to achieve them.
  • Strategic Alignment: Ensures all efforts are aligned with desired outcomes.
  • Improved Communication: Simplifies complex ideas for stakeholders.
  • Better Decision-Making: Identifies gaps, risks, and priorities.
  • Increased Impact: Drives focused and effective actions.
  • Adaptability: Provides a framework to adjust strategies as needed.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Fosters collaboration and shared understanding.

Benefits of becoming a master of ToCs

By investing in reinforcing your skillset with ToC facilitation and visualization, you will achieve:

  • Enhanced Expertise: Position yourself as a skilled professional in strategic planning and impact measurement.
  • Increased Value: Offer sought-after services to organizations and clients seeking clarity and direction.
  • Improved Collaboration: Facilitate productive conversations that align diverse stakeholders.
  • Boosted Confidence: Navigate complex discussions with ease and professionalism.
  • Greater Influence: Shape organizational strategies and drive meaningful change.
  • Career Growth: Stand out in the field with a niche, high-demand skillset.
  • Adaptable Skills: Apply the approach across sectors, contexts, and challenges.
  • Stronger Impact: Help organizations achieve their goals with clear, actionable roadmaps.

This training is for you

You will benefit from this training if you are or are preparing to be:

  • A Program Manager: To design, monitor, and evaluate impactful projects.
  • A Consultant: To offer strategic planning and evaluation services.
  • A Nonprofit Leader: To align teams and stakeholders around a shared vision.
  • An Evaluator: To analyze and communicate program effectiveness clearly.
  • A Policy Maker: To create actionable and results-oriented policies.
  • A Fundraiser & Grant Writer: To articulate compelling strategies to secure funding.
  • A Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Professional: To plan and assess social impact initiatives.
  • An Educator & Trainer: To teach and guide others in structured, goal-oriented thinking.
  • A Change Agents & Activist: To map out and achieve social change objectives effectively.

And of course, this training provides a completion certificate.

Do not hesitate. And if you have any question, drop us a quick line.

299 €

  • Course duration : 4h30 videos + 8 exercises
  • Course level : Intermediate (better if you have some Results-based Management notions)
  • Videos : 35
  • Slides : 370
  • Acces : Lifetime access

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FAQ

All the answers to your questions

You can follow this course at your own rhythm.

This training is thought for professionals that have notions about Results-based management (log frame, results, project design, monitoring).

Please contact our support team if you would really like to follow the training but money is a barrier.

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Yes, there will be suggested exercises for you to practice and the quizzes throughout the course will allow you to assess your understanding.

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