Macroeconomics of Climate Change - Science, Economics, and Policies (MCCx-SEP)
This online course, presented by the Institute for Capacity Development, Fiscal Affairs Department, Research Department, and Strategy, Policy, and Review Department serves as the first in a six-part Macroeconomics of Climate Change (MCCx) series. In this offering, you will learn about the science and economics behind climate change, the framework for global climate action, and how the IMF engages on climate change issues.
Target Audience
All government 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
Some knowledge of economics is helpful. Access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection and a Google Chrome web browser is essential.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Identify the causes of climate change, the source and types of emissions, and the physical damages of climate change.
- Explain the general consequences of climate change on economic impacts and on human welfare.
- Describe the progress, challenges, and opportunities in the global frameworks to address climate issues.
- Explain why and how the IMF engages its member countries to address climate change issues.
Upcoming Offering
| Start date | End date | Location | Delivery Method | Session No. | Primary & (Interpretation) language | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 21, 2024 | December 31, 2024 | Course conducted online | Online Training | OL 24.240 | English | Apply online by December 17, 2024 |
Monetary and Financial Statistics (MFSX)
English | October 15, 2024 - December 17, 2024 | Online Training | Course conducted online
Apply online by November 22, 2024
Nowcasting (NWC)
English | February 17-28, 2025 | In-person Training | New Delhi, India
Apply online by November 22, 2024
Selected Issues in the Regulation of Fintech (SIFR)
English (French, Portuguese) | January 13-17, 2025 | In-person Training | Ebene, Mauritius
Apply online by November 22, 2024
Managing Capital Flows: Macroeconomic Analysis and Policies (MCF)
English | February 10-21, 2025 | In-person Training | Singapore, Singapore
Apply online by November 22, 2024
Building Institutions to Fight Corruption (BIFC)
English (Russian) | March 3-7, 2025 | In-person Training | Vienna, Austria
Apply online by November 24, 2024