When Does Capacity Development Achieve Good Outcomes? Evidence from the IMF Results-Based Management Data

Author/Editor:

Antonio Bassanetti

Publication Date:

December 3, 2021

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

Capacity development is one of the IMF’s core activities. Its impact is monitored through a Results-Based Management framework. Using for the first time the resulting dataset, the paper investigates how the likelihood of achieving targeted outcomes correlates with macroeconomic conditions and project-specific characteristics. Results indicate a positive correlation with per capita GDP growth and the involvement of resident advisors and regional centers. Results also confirm lower chances of achieving targeted outcomes for fragile, conflict-affected, and small states as well as in complex projects. These findings inform Fund CD strategy, prioritization and delivery to help member countries achieve better outcomes.

Series:

Working Paper No. 2021/285

Subject:

Frequency:

regular

English

Publication Date:

December 3, 2021

ISBN/ISSN:

9781616357146/1018-5941

Stock No:

WPIEA2021285

Pages:

30

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