Macroeconomics of Climate Change (MCC)
This course provides an overview of the science and economic costs of climate change, discusses policy options for adaptation and mitigation (including pricing carbon emissions and removing of fossil fuel subsidies), and analyzes challenges and opportunities related to transitioning to greener economic models.
Target Audience
Mid-level to senior officials are welcome to register. The course is particularly useful for officials from central banks, ministries of finance, and other government agencies tasked with the design and execution of policies related to macroeconomics and climate change issues.
Qualifications
Participants are expected to have an advanced degree in economics or equivalent experience and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel. It is recommended that applicants first complete the online Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Science, Economics, and Policies (MCCx-SEP) course.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Understand the costs of climate change.
- Design comprehensive strategies for implementing mitigation commitments and investment in the net-zero transition.
- Work with climate data to help analyze the macroeconomic impact of climate change issues.
Upcoming Offering
| Start date | End date | Location | Delivery Method | Session No. | Primary & (Interpretation) language | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 3, 2024 | November 14, 2024 | Kuwait City, Kuwait | In-person Training | CE 24.26 | English | Deadline passed |
| December 2, 2024 | December 13, 2024 | Vienna, Austria | In-person Training | JV 24.37 | English | Apply online by September 1, 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
Consumer Price Index-Advanced (CPI-A)
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
Balance Sheet Approach (BSA)
English | November 4-8, 2024 | In-person Training | Singapore, Singapore
Apply online by August 30, 2024
Climate in Macroeconomic Frameworks (CMF)
English | February 3-7, 2025 | Blended Training | Washington, D.C., United States
Apply online by August 30, 2024