Training Workshop on “Business Planning and Management”

Young Consultants (YC) conducted a training workshop on Business Planning and Management for the Agro-based Technology Development Project (ATDP-II), supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The three-day training programme was organized in Dhaka, Bangladesh, for consultants and sectoral experts associated with the project. The workshop aimed to strengthen participants’ understanding of business planning and management principles and enhance their capacity to apply relevant concepts in their professional activities.

YC was responsible for mobilizing trainers and resource personnel, assessing training needs, developing and finalizing training modules, preparing instructional materials, and arranging the logistical support required for the programme. The assignment also included conducting the training sessions, distributing certificates, collecting participant feedback, and preparing a status report documenting the training activities.

Scope of Services Provided
1. Mobilization of Trainers and Resource Personnel

Mobilized qualified trainers and resource personnel to facilitate the workshop and ensure effective delivery of the training programme.

2. Training Needs Assessment

Assessed participants’ training needs to identify key learning priorities and align the workshop content with the requirements of consultants and sectoral experts associated with ATDP-II.

3. Training Module Development and Finalization

Developed and finalized training modules covering business planning and management concepts relevant to the participants’ professional responsibilities.

4. Preparation of Training Materials

Prepared and developed the necessary instructional materials and supporting resources to facilitate effective knowledge transfer during the workshop.

5. Training Delivery and Logistical Support

Arranged the required logistical facilities and conducted the training programme in Dhaka according to the scheduled arrangements.

6. Participant Certification

Prepared and distributed certificates to participants upon completion of the training programme.

7. Participant Feedback and Training Evaluation

Collected feedback from participants to assess the effectiveness and relevance of the training programme.

8. Reporting and Administrative Support

Compiled participant feedback and relevant programme information and prepared a status report documenting the training activities and outcomes. YC also provided the necessary operational support, including training assistants, sound systems, and transportation arrangements.

Key Deliverables
Training needs assessment and finalized training modules.
Training materials and supporting instructional resources.
Three-day training workshop on Business Planning and Management for ATDP-II consultants and sectoral experts.
Logistical and operational support for the training programme.
Certificates distributed to participants.
Participant feedback and training evaluation records.
Status report documenting the training activities and outcomes.
Assignment Details
Assignment Name: Training Workshop on “Business Planning and Management”

Client: ATDP-II / USAID

Country: Bangladesh

Project Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

Approximate Contract Value: Not specified

Duration: 3 days

Start Date: March 2011

Completion Date: March 2011

Total Staff-Months: 3 days (as stated in the source information)

Professional Staff-Months Provided by Associated Consultants: N/A

Associated Consultants: Not specified

Senior Professional Staff Involved
Mr. M. Zakir Hossain — Facilitator
Mr. Md. Shafique-ul-Azam — Facilitator
Mr. AKM. Faisal — Coordinator