In their struggle for economic and social progress, most developing countries strive to attract foreign investments, in particular international aid funds. The positive outcome of these efforts depends on a wide array of factors including the aid recipient country's preparedness in terms of having high quality pre-investment studies available as well as professionals who are experienced in leading or participating in full-fl edged investment project appraisals.
The purpose of International Development Project Appraisal, Execution Planning and Monitoring is to provide the reader with an overview of the various analytical efforts involved in preparing and appraising a development project funded in cooperation with international donors. It puts emphasis on explaining the key concepts in a simple fashion and on showing the interrelationships between the various facets of project preparation and appraisal. Professionals and students with an interest in development work will fi nd it a handy reference, regardless of their areas of expertise or academic background.
Joseph Martial Ribeiro has a background in civil engineering and holds a Ph.D. in hydrology. He has acquired extensive experience in the area of pre-investment studies for international development projects, as well as project preparation and appraisal, in particular on the African continent. His professional activities have led him to interact with a variety of stakeholders and professionals from diverse social and academic backgrounds, which has greatly enriched his perspective. He is currently a manager at the African Development Bank.
Foreword List of Figures List of Tables List of Boxes List of Main Acronyms Chapter 1 Introduction Production Cost Structure in Developing Countries. Development Pillars.
Trading in a Globalized Economy. The Need for More Project Appraisals.
Chapter 2 Development Project Cycle Background of Development Projects. Project Cycle.
Chapter 3 Project Formulation Project Concept. Opportunity Study. Project Identifi cation. Pre-Feasibility Study.
Project Preparation and Pre-Appraisal. Feasibility Study.
Chapter 4 Project Appraisal Background and Objectives. Project's Logical Framework. Project Components.
Expenditure Categories. Commercial and Market Appraisal. Technical Appraisal.
Cost Estimation. Institutional Appraisal. Environmental, Gender and Social Issues.
Procurement Arrangements. Disbursement Arrangements. Financial and Economic Appraisal. Sustainability Issues. Caveats to the Appraiser.
Chapter 5 Project Implementation Planning and Monitoring Project Planning. Implementation Monitoring and Control. Earned Value Analysis.
Chapter 6 The Recurrent Costs Problem Accounting for Lifespan Costs. Recurrent Costs Across Economic Sectors.
Causes of O&M Problems in Developing Countries. The Way Forward.
Chapter 7 Conclusion Bibliography Index