Course description
THE CONFERENCE
The Planning, Research, and Statistics for Evidence Based Public Sector Performance Conference is a high-level professional forum designed to strengthen the capacity of public institutions to design, implement, and evaluate policies and programs using credible data, rigorous research, and integrated planning systems. In an increasingly complex governance environment, public sector performance depends on the ability of institutions to move beyond assumptions and intuition toward evidence driven decision making.
This conference provides a structured platform for senior planners, research officers, statisticians, policy analysts, and public sector leaders to examine how planning, research, and statistical functions can be effectively aligned to support sound policy formulation, efficient resource allocation, and improved service delivery outcomes. Emphasis is placed on institutionalizing evidence-based approaches within public administration systems and strengthening the link between data generation and decision making.
Through expert led sessions, applied policy discussions, and practical case analysis, participants will explore contemporary planning methodologies, public sector research practices, statistical analysis techniques, and performance measurement frameworks. The conference highlights the importance of data integrity, analytical capacity, interdepartmental coordination, and leadership commitment in translating evidence into action.
The Planning, Research, and Statistics for Evidence Based Public Sector Performance Conference ultimately aims to equip institutions with practical frameworks, analytical tools, and institutional perspectives required to improve governance quality, optimize resource use, and strengthen public service performance.
By the end of the conference, participants will be able to:
- understand the role of planning, research, and statistics in public sector performance improvement;
- strengthen the integration of data and research into policy formulation processes;
- apply evidence-based approaches to strategic planning and resource allocation;
- improve the quality, reliability, and use of public sector data;
- strengthen analytical and statistical capacity within institutions;
- align planning frameworks with national development priorities and policy objectives;
- use performance data to monitor outcomes and inform corrective actions;
- improve coordination between planning, research, statistics, and policy units;
- strengthen transparency and accountability through evidence-based reporting; and
- translate conference insights into practical institutional reforms and planning improvements.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Directors and officers of planning departments
- Research and policy analysis professionals
- Statisticians and data management officers
- Monitoring and evaluation specialists
- Budget and finance officers
- Senior public sector managers and decision makers
Officials involved in policy development and performance management
Organizational Benefits of Attending this Conference
- Improved quality of policy and planning decisions
- More efficient and transparent resource allocation
- Stronger performance monitoring and accountability systems
- Enhanced coordination across planning and policy units
- Better service delivery outcomes
- Institutionalization of evidence-based governance practices
Personal Benefits of Attending this Conference
- Enhanced competence in evidence-based planning and analysis
- Improved skills in research interpretation and data use
- Greater confidence in advising leadership and policymakers
- Exposure to modern planning and statistical practices
- Practical tools applicable to institutional roles
Professional development and career advancement
What will i learn?
- • understand the role of planning, research, and statistics in public sector performance improvement;
- • strengthen the integration of data and research into policy formulation processes;
- • apply evidence-based approaches to strategic planning and resource allocation;
- • improve the quality, reliability, and use of public sector data;
- • use performance data to monitor outcomes and inform corrective actions;
Requirements
CIKDP 2027 GLOBAL TRAINING VENUES
The 2027 events will be hosted across our international centres.
All dates are for 2027 unless otherwise stated.
EUROPE
Germany – Hotel CityLight, Berlin / Gisma University | €1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 12–16, May 10–14, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Oct 18–22, Nov 22–26, Dec 13–17.
Austria – Radisson Blu Style Hotel, Vienna | €1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, May 10–14, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
France – ibis Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles, Paris | €1,995 Dates: Apr 12–16, Jun 7–11, Sep 20–24, Oct 18–22, Nov 22–26, Dec 6–10.
Portugal – Lisbon Marriott Hotel | €1,995 Dates: Feb 22–26, Apr 5–9, May 31–Jun 4, Jul 19–23, Sep 6–10, Nov 15–19.
Finland – Clarion Hotel Helsinki | €1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, Apr 19–23, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 2–6, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12.
United Kingdom – Fortis House, Barking, Essex | £1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 19–23, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12, Jan 25–29, 2028.
MIDDLE EAST & ASIA
Qatar – Steigenbeger Hotel & Residence, Doha | $1,995 Dates: Feb 1–5, Apr 19–23, May 31–Jun 4, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Oct 4–8, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Turkey – Radisson Blu Hotel, Istanbul | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Mar 22–26, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 30–Sep 3, Nov 15–19, Dec 13–17.
Saudi Arabia – King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, Dhahran | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 12–16, May 24–28, Aug 23–27, Oct 18–22, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Singapore – Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium | $2,500 Dates: Feb 1–5, Mar 22–26, Apr 19–23, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 16–20, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 1–5, Dec 6–10.
Malaysia – Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Mar 15–19, Jun 21–25, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 22–26, Dec 6–10.
AFRICA
Tanzania – Four Points by Sheraton, Dar es Salaam | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 19–23, Jul 12–16, Sep 20–24, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Egypt – Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo | $1,995 Dates: Feb 1–5, Mar 29–Apr 2, Jun 14–18, Aug 16–20, Oct 18–22, Dec 13–17.
Kenya – Emara Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 26–30, Jun 14–18, Jul 26–30, Sep 13–17, Oct 4–8, Nov 8–12, Dec 13–17.
Rwanda – Onomo Hotel, Kigali | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Feb 8–12, Mar 22–26, Apr 19–23, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 16–20, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 1–5.
Morocco – Four Seasons Hotel, Casablanca | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 5–9, Jun 7–11, Aug 9–13, Oct 11–15, Dec 6–10.
Ghana – Airport West Hotel, Accra / GC Royal Osu | $1,500 Dates: Jan 25–29, Mar 22–26, May 17–21, Jun 21–25, Jul 26–30, Aug 23–27, Sep 20–24, Oct 25–29, Nov 22–26.
Burkina Faso – Bravia Hotel, Ouagadougou | $1,995 Dates: Apr 12–16, May 24–28, Aug 23–27, Oct 18–22.
Gambia – Prime Atlantic Hotel | $1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 19–23, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12.
Botswana – Protea Hotel Gaborone Masa Square | $1,995 Dates: Mar 22–26, Jun 28–Jul 2, Sep 13–17, Nov 15–19, Dec 13–17.
Namibia – Hilton Windhoek | $1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Jun 14–18, Aug 23–27, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
Zambia – Royal Livingstone Hotel, Victoria Falls | $1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, May 3–7, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
Uganda – Kampala Serena Hotel | $1,995 Dates: Apr 26–30, May 24–28, Jul 5–9, Sep 13–17, Nov 8–12.
REGISTRATION FEE COVERS
Conference participation, airport pick-up and drop-off, training materials, daily lunch and tea breaks, certificate of participation, invitation letter, visa-support documentation, and study visits where included in the programme.
REGISTRATION FEE EXCLUDES
Flights, accommodation, visa fees, travel insurance, and personal expenses.
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