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Compilation of Balance of Payment Statistics (BPSCG)

This course is being updated to include the changes introduced by the BPM7 and provides practical guidance on compiling and disseminating the external accounts statistics (such as the BOP and IIP) based on the BPM7 methodology. The course aims to demonstrate how the conceptual framework described in the BPM7 may be translated into practice. It includes lectures, workshops, and discussions focused on compilation methods, data sources for compiling external accounts, and complex methodological issues related to specific BOP and IIP components, as well as cross-cutting challenges. Participants have the opportunity to discuss and share their compilation challenges and gain insights into the analytical uses of the external accounts.
 

Topic : Macroeconomic Statistics

Target Audience

Officials whose main responsibility is the compilation of balance of payments (BOP) and/or integrated international investment position (IIP) statistics. Participants should be familiar with the methodology of the methodology of the Integrated Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual, seventh edition (BPM7).
 

Qualifications

Participants are expected to have a degree in economics or statistics or equivalent experience and have at least one year of experience in compiling BOP and/or IIP. 

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

  • Compile and disseminate BOP and IIP statistics using the BPM7 concepts and definitions. 
  • Explain the new concepts introduced in the BPM7. 
  • Identify new data sources to be used to improve the compilation of BOP and IIP statistics.
  • Apply statistical techniques for dealing with complex methodological and compilation issues.
  • Deepen their knowledge of the analytical use of BOP and IIP statistics.
     

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