Monetary and Financial Statistics - Introductory (MFS-I)
This course offered by the Statistics Department, provides participants with an introduction to both the conceptual and practical aspects of compiling monetary statistics covering the central bank (CB) and other depository corporations (ODCs) as set out in the 2016 Monetary and Financial Statistics Manual and Compilation Guide (MFSMCG). The course introduces the principles of residency and sectorization of institutional units, the characteristics and types of financial instruments, valuation principles, and other accounting issues that are relevant to the compilation of monetary statistics. Participants also become familiar with the defining characteristics of depository corporations (DCs), notably their role as money issuers, and how the sectoral balance sheets of DCs are consolidated ...
Target Audience
Central bank officials and officials from financial regulatory agencies responsible for compiling monetary statistics.
Qualifications
Participants are expected to have a degree in economics or statistics or equivalent experience.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Understand the conceptual framework underlying MFS compilation, focusing on sectoring, classification, and valuation of financial instruments, as well as accounting principles.
- Compile monetary statistics (sectoral balance sheets and surveys) for the CB, ODC, and DC sectors.
- Understand how the DCs survey and the main monetary and credit aggregates support the analysis of monetary policy.
- Gain a basic introduction to compilation of monetary statistics for other financial corporations.
- Have a basic understanding of treatment of electronic money including mobile money and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in MFS.
Upcoming Offering
| Start date | End date | Location | Delivery Method | Session No. | Primary & (Interpretation) language | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2025 | September 25, 2025 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | In-person Training | CE 25.24 | English (Arabic) | Apply online by August 8, 2025 |
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