Module 1: Foundations of Educational Planning & Policy Context

Introduces the principles, history, and purpose of educational planning. Explains how policies, national goals, and global frameworks (SDG4, UNESCO guidelines) shape decisions in the education sector.

Module 2: Data Analysis, Forecasting & Needs Assessment in Education

Covers demographic analysis, enrolment projections, EMIS systems, school mapping, capacity planning, and conducting needs assessments for evidence-based decision-making.

Module 3: Curriculum Planning, Design & Implementation Strategies

Explores curriculum frameworks, competency-based education (CBE), learning outcomes, instructional design, and curriculum alignment with labour-market needs.

Module 4: Education Budgeting, Resource Allocation & School Financing

Examines principles of budgeting, cost analysis, financing models, equitable resource allocation, and financial planning for public and private institutions.

Module 5: Strategic Planning & Programme Development in Education

Covers long-term educational strategic plans, project cycles, programme design, policy formulation, and alignment with national development priorities.

Module 6: Monitoring, Evaluation & Quality Assurance in Education

Explains M&E frameworks, performance indicators, quality assurance mechanisms, school evaluation, learning assessments, and continuous improvement models.

Module 7: Education Leadership, Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement

Highlights leadership in educational settings, managing reforms, community engagement, advocacy, and working with ministries, donors, and partners in the education ecosystem.

Module 8: Innovations, Technology Integration & Future of Education Systems

Covers digital learning tools, EdTech solutions, AI in education, open educational resources (OER), and strategies for preparing education systems for the future.

• Core principles and practices of educational planning

• Conducting needs assessments and analysing education data

• Curriculum design and instructional planning

• Developing and managing education budgets and resources

• Creating strategic education programmes and policies

• Monitoring, evaluating, and assuring quality in education

• Leading educational reforms and engaging stakeholders

• Integrating technology and innovation into learning systems

• Education planners and policy officers

• School administrators and education managers

• Curriculum developers and instructional designers

• Teachers aspiring to leadership roles

• NGO and development-sector education professionals

• Students and practitioners in education, planning, or public policy

• Professionals transitioning into educational planning roles