Climate in Macroeconomic Framework (CMF)
With the impact of climate change on the economic activity becoming ever more pronounced and with climate policies expected to reshape many economies, government officials are facing the challenge of incorporating these effects into their macroeconomic frameworks. This course, presented by the Institute for Capacity Development, provides participants with macroeconomic Excel-based frameworks, tools, and models for integrating climate considerations in policy formulation. It also prepares them to consider climate-related economic risks and vulnerabilities.
Target Audience
Government officials from ministries of finance, central banks, and other government agencies involved in monitoring and assessing the macroeconomic implications of climate change and related policies.
Qualifications
Participants are expected to have an advanced degree in economics or equivalent experience and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel. Participants are expected to be comfortable using quantitative software such as EViews or Matlab, although specific knowledge of these are not required. It is strongly recommended that applicants first complete the online Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Science, Economics, and Policies, along with the online Financial Programming and Policies, Part 1 courses.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Work with climate data to help analyze the macroeconomic impact of climate change issues.
- Account for climate shocks in macroeconomic frameworks.
- Evaluate public debt dynamics following natural disasters and the benefits of investing in resilient infrastructure.
Upcoming Offering
| Start date | End date | Location | Delivery Method | Session No. | Primary & (Interpretation) language | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2024 | October 18, 2024 | Singapore, Singapore | In-person Training | ST 24.29 | English | Deadline passed |
| February 3, 2025 | February 7, 2025 | Washington, D.C., United States | Blended Training | HQ 25.04 | English | Apply online by August 30, 2024 |
Fintech Market Development and Policy Implications (FINTECH)
English (French) | October 14-18, 2024 | In-person Training | Ebene, Mauritius
Apply online by August 26, 2024
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English (Arabic) | November 4-15, 2024 | In-person Training | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Apply online by August 26, 2024
Nowcasting (NWC)
English | October 14-25, 2024 | In-person Training | New Delhi, India
Apply online by August 26, 2024
Developing Domestic Debt Markets (DDM)
English (Arabic) | October 27-31, 2024 | In-person Training | Kuwait City, Kuwait
Apply online by August 27, 2024
Balance Sheet Approach (BSA)
English | November 4-8, 2024 | In-person Training | Singapore, Singapore
Apply online by August 30, 2024