The document provides an introduction to project cycle management (PCM) and improving project quality. It discusses that PCM follows the phases of the project cycle using the logical framework approach as its core design and management tool. It emphasizes beneficiary involvement in decision making and building sustainability into project design. The document outlines the basic characteristics of PCM, the key phases of the project cycle, major documents used, and factors important for project quality such as relevance, feasibility and sustainability.
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