Marking Microfinance Work: Managing for Improved Performance - Hardcover

Craig Churchill; Chery Frankiewicz

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8189640577 ISBN 13: 9788189640576

Publisher: Bookwell Publications, 2002

Synopsis

This training manual provides an overview of the key management principles necessary to optimize the services of microfinance institutions (MFIs) and brings together useful lessons from numerous MFIs worldwide to help managers strengthen the performance of their unit, branch or institution.Either used alone, or as part of a management training course, Making Microfinance Work offers various tools and advice. The markets and marketing of MFIs are examined and looks at the different ways in which managers can communicate the value of their products and services. It introduces effective methods for enhancing efficiency and productivity which minimize the trade-offs MFIs invariably face as they try to provide services over the long term.The topic of managing risks is also covered. This manual offers strategies to prevent risk from occurring and, if it does occur, explains how to rectify the situation. Practical techniques for allocating costs and determining prices are also highlighted, as well as the importance of plans, budgets and reports. Illustrations and case studies are used to assist managers in applying the concepts outlined in the text. An extensive list of additional reading and useful Internet resources is also provided

About this title

About the Author

Craig Churchill is a senior technical officer in the ILO's Social Finance Program. Cheryl Frankiewicz is a master trainer for the International Training Centre of the International Labor Office.

Edition details

• Publisher: Bookwell Publications
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8189640577
• ISBN 13: 9788189640576
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 416