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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 3, 2025 | March 7, 2025 | Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan | In-person Training | OT 25.10 | English (Russian) | Apply online by January 24, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 | June 27, 2025 | Singapore, Singapore | In-person Training | ST 25.17 | English | Apply online by February 7, 2025 |
| December 1, 2025 | December 12, 2025 | Vienna, Austria | In-person Training | JV 25.38 | English | Apply online by August 24, 2025 |
Implementing Effective Regulation and Supervision of Climate-related Financial Risks
English | January 27-31, 2025 | In-person Training | Colombo, Sri Lanka
Apply online by December 23, 2024
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC)
English | February 3-7, 2025 | In-person Training | New Delhi, India
Apply online by December 23, 2024
Debt Sustainability Framework for Low-Income Countries - LIC-DSF
French | January 20-24, 2025 | In-person Training | Ebene, Mauritius
Apply online by December 23, 2024