Measuring Performance of Microfinance Institutions: PowerPoint Presentation

As the microfinance industry matures, the importance of common standards by which MFIs can be measured increases. This toolkit, including framework and the accompanying training materials, respond to the growing need for standardization of financial terms, formats, and indicators so that MFI managers can develop consistent performance monitoring systems based on international standards. They present an integrated framework for developing financial statements and reports, making adjustments to financial statements, calculating recommended financial performance ratios and indicators, and templates for creating and analyzing performance monitoring reports.

The ability of these materials to improve standardized reporting and evaluation of microfinance institutions will only be realized with their widespread use in the industry. Therefore, USAID has funded the development of this presentation and the Handout that can be used at conferences, seminars, or trainings, to encourage the adoption of this set of financial reporting and analysis tools.