The requirements of developing programs for the management of non-communicable diseases in Iran based on the CIPP model: a qualitative study

Purpose One of the priorities health system is community promotion. In this regards, proper development programs and plans needed to create a responsive which leads The aim study was identify requirements for developing non-communicable disease (NCDs) based on CIPP (context, input, process product) model. Design/methodology/approach This qualitative study. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 40 experienced informants in field NCDs. interviewees selected bases pre-determined criteria then completed by snowball sampling. Analysis carried out using content analysis approach that led identifying program four dimensions context, product. Findings Twenty-nine categorized domains These comprised pilot studies, existence appropriate needs assessment, evidence-based programs, promoting organizational culture, adequacy resources, identification stakeholders comprehensive cooperation an evaluation system. Research limitations/implications Since performed method, it possible, some prerequisites may not be encountered. But extreme effort has been made perceive diversity different aspects. Originality/value first context centralized country.