Evaluation Consultancy

Author: Samuel Whittingham

  • Introduction to Focus Groups

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    Focus Groups are a commonly used engagement method across various industries and disciplines, often with different purposes and approaches. A focus group is not representative of a population, but it can provide rich qualitative data for the multiple purposes and is popular method in evaluations. A focus group is akin to a group interview and…

  • SWOT Analysis

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    A SWOT analysis is a versatile planning tool utilising four sections of a matrix – strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. It was originally conceived in the early 1960s as post-war USA was introducing legislative change to encourage small business, while simultaneously challenging the large monopolies who dominated the USA business landscape (Puyt, et. al. 2023).…

  • What is Evaluation?

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    Evaluation is the determination of the value, nature, character, or quality of something or someone (Merriam-Webster, n.d.). Evaluation is a broad term that encapsulates a variety of activities that are often used to determine the success of an evaluand against pre-determined plans and objectives. It supports evidence-based decision and is most effective when used end…

  • Evaluation Tool: Program Logic

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    Program Logics are an effective evaluation tool used primarily to showcase how activities and outputs will translate into objectives. Ideally, in an evaluation setting, it forms a foundation part of the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) plan for an organisation. The program logic can still be valuable during or even following intervention delivery, as it…

  • Meet the Team

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    The UniSQ Evaluation Consultancy is a joint initiative between the Institute for Resilient Regions and the Academic Transformation Portfolio. It brings together evaluation, consultation, data analysis and higher education experts to deliver independent insights, solutions and impact for our regions. We will bring together the most appropriate team for each evaluation to ensure we can…