- The Institute of Sustainable Project Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation is a registered online and part-time institute with an objective to promote excellence and sustainability in professional project management, training, monitoring, and evaluation. It is registered under the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development (Vocational Training Act, 1978 in terms of subsection (2) of section 27 of the Act)
- ISPPME started operating in Zimbabwe (2019). The Institute promotes professionalism by establishing appropriate qualifications, defining codes of conduct, promoting research, increase knowledge of total quality management for projects and training management to produce sustainable projects that long live and assist the economy, societies and liaising with relevant authorities with regards to professional sustainable project policies and practices.
- The Institute offers educational programmes of preparatory professional education by correspondence, in the fields of project management, training management, monitoring and evaluation. A Diploma (Undergraduate & Postgraduate) takes approximately 12 months of part-time study. At Certificate level the course takes 6 months to complete part-time study. After completing the course assignments, students shall attend virtual tutorials before online exams as scheduled by Administration. After successful completion of a series of assignments and three-hour examinations, candidates receive ISPPME certificates and Diplomas respectively. Diploma (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) students must not only pass their modules of study, but also successfully complete a dissertation by research.
- The Institute seeks to promote GoDigital innovation and improve knowledge of skill in professional project management and use of sustainable tools through online and distance learning (Google Classroom, Google Meet and Learning Management System). The Online Examination platform is powered by World Assessment Council (WAC).
- Moreover, ISPPME enables students to produce sustainable projects that live long and assist the economy. The institute provides the shared blueprint for amity and prosperity for people now and in the future through pursuing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015.
- The programmes we offer also play a crucial role towards realisation of Zimbabwe’s 2030 vision of becoming upper middle-income economy. The institute recognizes the end of poverty and other deprivations through strategies that reduce inequality and spur economic growth.
- ISPPME also offers annual conferences for the purpose of continuing professional education, to refresh skills and update people on developments in the field of project management. The Annual National Convention is the most important event in the Institute's efforts to ensure the continuing professional development of its members.
We Provide:
1. A strong foundation
2. A well-defined curriculum
3. A refined learning methodology (Online)
4. An excellent roster of partners in online learning
Our Vision
Institute of Sustainable Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation will be recognized internationally as a premier institute providing excellence in digital education, consultancy, project sustainability, workforce training, partnerships, and economic development, in a rapidly advancing world, using technology to broaden and support learning opportunities.
Our Mission
To enable economic growth through meaningful sustainable projects by providing high quality, student-centric, experiential innovative digital education, to grow, thrive, projects that support communities and protect the environment beyond the classroom.
Our Moto
"Sphere of excellence and sustainability"
Core Values
Built on the vision that sustainable project planning, monitoring, and evaluation serve as a keystone in developing society and building better futures for all, we commit to our core values of:
1. Excellence
We commit to the highest professional standards of quality, integrity, and performance in our programs, services, and operations including innovation in our teaching, research, and outreach with continuous self-improvement to achieve excellence in all our endeavors. We demonstrate Excellence by setting and pursuing high standards of professionalism and competency by:
Providing exceptional service to all while demonstrating pride in our work;
Welcoming new challenges and seeking opportunities for growth and development;
Encouraging and empowering each of us to achieve our best.
2. Respect and Integrity
We acknowledge the value and dignity of each member of the college family and choose to treat one another as we want to be treated as well as support an honest and ethical environment by:
Encouraging multiple perspectives
Valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of individuals and their strengths;
Respecting confidentiality and acting in a trustworthy manner;
Being accountable for our actions and adhering to policies and procedures;
Making decisions that are fiscally and socially responsible.
3. Student Focus
We are committed to fostering the professional and personal growth of all students and our fellow colleagues by promoting lifelong learning and leadership development. These interests are the primary focus of college decisions and activities.
4. Collaboration and Public Engagement
We commit to working collegially and cooperatively in establishing productive partnerships with our colleagues in experiential innovative education, university, corporate, nonprofit, and public communities. Through these partnerships, we strive to improve education and the quality of life to ensure a better future for all. We demonstrate Collaboration and Public Engagement by working internally and externally toward shared goals to create a more positive outcome by:
Practicing open and honest communication and sharing information and expertise that is essential for success;
5. Creativity
We nurture an environment that seeks innovative solutions to challenges through research, exploration, analysis, experimentation, and adaptation.
6. Accountability
We engage in data-driven decision-making and assessment of performance
7. Continuous improvement
Always raise the bar; never be satisfied with the status quo
8. Gender equality
Value women and men as equal, treated with dignity, respect and fairness.