Impact Analysis

  Module 7: Moving from Social Impact Measurement to Management (Micro-Credential) In this Module use your framework to evaluate the extent to which the initiative has achieved its intended outcomes and objectives. Compare actual outcomes with expected outcomes, considering contextual factors and unexpected challenges. Discuss management strategies for continuous improvement. Discuss best practices for creating … Read more

Module 6: Social Impact Reporting Best Practices (Micro-Credential) In this Module understand the different types, methods and audiences for reporting. Provide a set of best practices for each type of report in a matrix. Develop a framework for reporting planning. Recognize the current and emerging voluntary standards and regulations, and associated requirements that guide social … Read more

Module 5: Data Collection Plan & Alignment with Business Case Constraints & Opportunities (Micro-Credential) Prerequisite: Complete Module 3 and 4 prior to this session to maximize its value and receive a Certificate. In this Module create a plan to leverage technology to collect, compile, analyze and communicate reliable and credible data on the outcome-oriented metrics … Read more

Module 4: Making the Business Case for your Social Impact Program (Micro-Credential) Perquisites: To receive a Certificate for this module, the learning must have completed Modules 2 and 3. In this Module create a business and impact case for senior leaders that articulates the added business value and costs associated with your social impact program … Read more

  Module 3: Social Impact Developing a Metrics/Indicators Data Strategy (Micro-Credential) In this Module create the first iteration of a data collection strategy for your social impact program or project. Identify a shared plan for engaging with partners/all people affected, with an emphasis on the methodological importance of including the perspective of those experiencing the … Read more

  Module 2: Theory of Change (Micro-Credential) In this Module complete a detailed exploration of the theory of change, logic models and reverse logic models.  Examine their different applications, and elements. Understand their central roles in analyzing and developing detailed social impact intervention objectives within the context of your organization’s strategy. Apply the Logic Model … Read more

Module 1: Fundamentals of Social Impact Measurement (Micro-Credential) In this module embrace the concepts that underpin a successful, impactful, business aligned and resilient social impact strategy or program. Understand core concepts such as “standards”, “frameworks”, “inductive” vs. “deductive” reasoning, “logic model, “theory of change”, “social value”, “social impact” “collective impact”, “partners/all people affected”, “partners/all people … Read more

Our Commitment This program provides you with a Social Impact Measurement toolbox and the expert advice on how to build or renovate your Social Impact Measurement strategy. In this Professional Certificate Program, we will help you navigate the challenges of needing to report long-term impact, when you only have shorter term outputs; needing concrete measures, … Read more