Training Program
External Debt Statistics (EDSx)
This course is intended to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the international standards for the compilation of EDS presented in the 2013 EDS: Guide for Compilers and Users (2013 EDS Guide). The course covers basic concepts, definitions, and classifications, economic territory, units, institutional sectors, residency, along with the principal accounting rules (including valuation and time of recording) that are relevant for compilation of the EDS. Finally, participants are briefed on basic concepts of the debt sustainability analysis framework.
Target Audience
This course is for those interested in learning the fundamentals of compiling external accounts-specifically compilation of external debt statistics (EDS) and/or integrated international investment position (IIP) statistics. It is a basic-level course laying the foundation for the advanced EDS course. It is open to those who compile, or plan to compile, EDS/IIP.
Qualifications
Some knowledge of economics and statistics or equivalent experience is helpful.
