Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Doing Business Indicators

• Indicator breakdown and reform relevance
• Global benchmarks and progress tracking
• Case Study: Doing Business success story in Rwanda

Module 2: Diagnosing Business Environment Challenges

• Data analysis and regulatory reviews
• Stakeholder consultations
• Real-Life Project: Barrier identification in business start-up process

Module 3: Designing and Sequencing Reforms

• Prioritization tools and policy alignment
• Short- vs long-term reforms
• Case Study: Reform sequencing for Kenya’s credit access indicator

Module 4: Reform Execution and Coordination

• Inter-agency coordination and reform units
• Change management and capacity building
• Real-Life Project: Coordinating reform for construction permits

Module 5: Monitoring Progress and Sustaining Reforms

• KPIs and feedback systems
• Reporting to investors and public
• Case Study: Continuous improvement in Georgia’s business reforms