Training Program
Macroeconomics of Climate Change - Science, Economics, and Policies (MCCx-SEP)

This online course serves as the first in a six-part Macroeconomics of Climate (MCx) series. In this offering, you will learn about the economics behind climate change, the framework for global climate action, and how the IMF engages on climate issues.
Target Audience
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.
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 on climate issues.
Upcoming Offering
| Start date | End date | Location | Delivery Method | Session No. | Primary & (Interpretation) language | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2025 | April 15, 2026 | Course conducted online | Online Training | OL 25.179 | English | Apply online by April 1, 2026 |
Financial Sector Surveillance (FSS)
English | March 16-27, 2026 | In-person Training | Vienna, Austria
Apply online by December 14, 2025
Macroeconometric Forecasting and Analysis (MFA)
English | March 23, 2026 - April 3, 2026 | In-person Training | Vienna, Austria
Apply online by December 15, 2025
Medium-Term Debt Management Strategy (MTDSx)
Russian | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | Online Training | Course conducted online
Apply online by December 15, 2025
Model-Based Monetary Policy Analysis and Forecasting (MPAFx)
English | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | Online Training | Course conducted online
Apply online by December 15, 2025
Introduction to Financial Programming and Policies
English | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | Online Training | Course conducted online
Apply online by December 15, 2025


