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

MCCx

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.

 

Topic : Structural Policies

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 dateEnd dateLocationDelivery MethodSession No.Primary & (Interpretation) languageApply
May 1, 2025April 15, 2026Course conducted onlineOnline TrainingOL 25.179EnglishApply online by April 1, 2026

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