Case Study

Beyond the Classroom: MicroSave's Training Philosophy and Strategy

How does MicroSave impart trainings to MFIs?

This paper describes the MicroSave's training philosophy and strategy. The paper states that MicroSave's training approach is distinguished by practice-based training philosophy and strategy which involves:

  • Rigorous, field-based research and testing for development of toolkits;
  • Transfer of knowledge, skills and attitudes through hands-on, practical application of the tools.

The paper further states that MicroSave's training strategies ensure that training is translated into relevant change in institutional performance as:

  • Classroom training is always followed by practical field work;
  • Each toolkit includes PowerPoint presentations, handouts and exercises needed, and a complete Trainer's Guide to assists the facilitator in running the training;
  • The toolkits are designed to transfer the skills needed for product development/refinement and strategic marketing, not to promote a specific service delivery methodology.

The paper concludes that microfinance institutions (MFIs) can participate in MicroSave's trainings through:

  • Certified Service Providers (CSP);
  • Senior Service Provider (SSP) Program: Designed for training and certifying more professionals in the MicroSave toolkits;
  • Young Executives Development Program: Designed to train and certify future microfinance leaders oriented towards a market-led approach to financial service delivery.

About this Publication

By Parrott, L., Wright, G.
Published