Testimonials about the Handbook
Mr. Utkarsh Ranjan, says:
A comprehensive guide to Resource Mobilization
India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. The nation has come a long way from virtual stagnation to being the 5th biggest GDP in the world. The sustained efforts of the government and many other players engaged in the development of the nation have started to yield desirable results. The country is now pursuing inclusive growth. The Handbook written by Dr. Rakesh Malhotra is an invaluable tool for all those engaged in the development sector. All five Chapters of the Handbook have invaluable information and are based on the author’s rich and diversified experience in this field.
‘Resource mobilization for the NGOs is one of the major challenges to undertake innovations at the ground level. The publication gives some very useful tips on this subject. This Handbook could be immensely useful to all those persons, who seek funds for development projects. The method of explaining every step involved in the drafting of the project proposal is quite commendable. It seems that a professional practitioner is effectively handholding the contents for the reader. The layout is quite colorful and easy to read.
Dr. Manoranjan Sharma
Chief Economist, Infomerics Valuation and Rating Private Limited, Delhi.
Former General Manager, Chief Economist, and Chief Learning Officer (CLO), Canara Bank
Ms. Sangeeta, says:
A good literature to learn about project management in the development sector
The handbook is a single source of immense information and value to any reader who intends to learn about the issue of project management in the development sector. The way in which every step has been explained with examples and illustrations makes the topics quite enjoyable to read. The tools for evaluation of any proposal/project i.e. SWOT, PESTLE, Situation Analysis, Stake Holders Analysis, Impact Analysis, Risk Analysis, Sustainability and Replicability, are very lucidly explained. I would recommend all my colleagues, friends, and other development professionals to definitely gain from this practical publication. My best wishes.
Mr. Rohit, says:
Invaluable tool for Project Management in Social Sector – Well Written
Great work by Dr. Rakesh Malhotra as this book helps you to draft strong project proposals. Good introduction has been given on various national and international development organizations. Thank you for this book.
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Amazon Customer, says:
A must read for development practitioners.
A practical guide for development practitioners. Gives you detailed information and understanding on writing Proposals. Invaluable to make strong project proposals to get grants.
Ms. Utkarsha Bansal, says:
Must have for professionals in the development sector!
This book has it all! Dr. Malhotra has lucidly mapped out the procedure of drafting proposals and the process thereafter. This book is a must-have for anyone working/ aspiring to work in the development sector.
Amazon Customer, says:
Not good.
The book is only with example with no contents. Personally i didn’t like it. And i won’t suggest anyone to buy.
Ms. Sangeeta S., says:
A good literature to learn about project management
The handbook is a single source of immense information and value to any reader who intends to learn about the issue of project management in the development sector. The way in which every step has been explained with examples and illustrations makes the topics quite enjoyable to read. The tools for evaluation of any proposal/project i.e. SWOT, PESTLE, Situation Analysis, Stake Holders Analysis, Impact Analysis, Risk Analysis, Sustainability and Replicability, are very lucidly explained. I would recommend all my colleagues, friends, and other development professionals to definitely gain from this practical publication. My best wishes.
Dr. Manoranjan Sharma, says:
A comprehensive guide to Resource Mobilization
India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. The nation has come a long way from virtual stagnation to being the 5th biggest GDP of the world. The sustained efforts of the government and many other players engaged in the development of the nation have started to yield desirable results. The country is now pursing inclusive growth. The Handbook written by Dr. Rakesh Malhotra is an invaluable tool for all those engaged in the development sector. All the five Chapters of Handbook have invaluable information and are based on the author’s rich and diversified experience in this field. ‘Resource mobilization for the NGOs is one of the major challenges to undertake innovations at the ground level. The publication gives some very useful tips on this subject. This Handbook could be immensely useful to all those persons, who seek funds for development projects. The method of explaining every step involved in the drafting of the project proposal is quite commendable. It seems that a professional practitioner is effectively handholding the contents for the reader. The layout is quite colorful and easy to read.
Ms. Utkarsha, says:
A must have!
This handbook is a guide to the development sector. It is a must have for any individual thriving to work in the development sector.
Mr. Anil Kumar N., says:
Effective management of social sector projects
Handbook very comprehensively defines legal options of establishment, related bye laws, objectives & organizational structure which would help any person to set up not-for profit entity in our country. The method of introducing a section “test to ascertain learnings” after each chapter is quite interesting. Overall Handbook is quite useful and author should be commended for putting at one place plethora of information about proposal drafting and project management for development sector.
Dr.Debesh Roy, says:
A must read book for all development professionals
The book “Handbook on Proposal Drafting and Project Management in Development Sector” by Dr. Rakesh Malhotra, is one of its kind, and will be welcomed by all development professionals. It is divided into five chapters, and makes easy reading, while handholding the readers to understand institutions, along with technical and project management concepts and tools, which are essential for preparing project proposals to be submitted to government and non-governmental project funding agencies in India and abroad. Chapter 1 presents a comprehensive list and functioning of international and multilateral organisations, ministries of Government of India, government corporations, NITI Aayog, developmental institutions, civil society organisations and NGOs, along with their essential details and respective websites. Concept of projects and project cycles, need and components of project proposals, tips for writing project proposals, and methods and examples of procurement are lucidly presented in Chapter 2. Conceptual clarity, lucidity and graphic presentations would make it easy for the readers to go ahead with the preparation of project proposals. Drafting of technical and financial components of project proposal is elucidated in Chapter 3. Components of project proposal, and the importance along with situational analysis, project rationale, vision and objectives would help the reader to prepare a high quality project proposal. The chapter presents in minute details the essential components of a project proposal. Chapter 4 presents in detail, tools for analysis of development projects. Concepts like PESTLE and SWOT analysis, impact analysis, stakeholder analysis, and risk analysis are explained lucidly and in detail with graphic presentations, and examples. Sustainability (economic, environmental and social) and replicability of projects, with examples and illustrations, are presented succinctly. Management and implantation of projects are presented in the final chapter. Critical issues and components of project management are elucidated with infographics and illustrations. Project implementation plant and implementation strategy are discussed threadbare with examples and infographics, guiding the reader to the final stages of successful management and implementation of a project. The book is unique in covering all aspects of project funding and management. It is useful for all developmental and research institutions, think tanks, and professionals as it provides a well-structured guide to preparation, submission, implementation and management of developmental projects. The author, Dr. Rakesh Malhotra, has more than four decades of experience in the development sector in the form of research, capacity building and practice in policy advocacy, project management, governance, vocational skills, financial inclusion, poverty alleviation, gender empowerment and strengthening of community institutions. This extremely well-written book is a reflection of the expertise and experience of the author. Dr. Debesh Roy Chairman, Institute for Pioneering Insightful Research & Edutech Pvt. Ltd. (Ins-PIRE), Noida