Macroeconomic Management in Resource-Rich Countries
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Bibliographic details
- Session: OL 26.177
- Location: Course conducted online
- Dates: May 1, 2026 - April 15, 2027 (50 weeks)
- Delivery method: Online Training
- Primary language: French
- Status: Apply online by April 1, 2027
Course overview and logistics
- Title: Macroeconomic Management in Resource-Rich Countries (MRCx)
- Session No.: OL 26.177
- Location: Course conducted online
- Date: May 1, 2026 - April 15, 2027 (50 weeks)
- Delivery Method: Online Training
- Primary Language: French
Target audience and prerequisites
- Target Audience:
- Officials from central banks, ministries of finance, and other government agencies involved in the design and execution of policies in resource-rich countries (RRCs).
- Qualifications:
- Some knowledge of economics would be helpful.
- Basic Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
Core topics and learning content
- Macroeconomics of growth and diversification in resource-rich countries.
- Fiscal policy management in the context of natural resource revenues.
- Macroeconomic policy coordination relevant to RRCs.
- Public-sector asset management in resource-rich settings.
- Policy responses to commodity price shocks.
Course objectives and expected competencies
- Analyze economic performance in resource-rich countries, including in terms of:
- growth,
- inclusiveness,
- diversification,
- sustainability.
- Design appropriate fiscal frameworks, including:
- applying suitable fiscal benchmarks to determine whether to consume, save, or invest the proceeds from the sale of natural resources.
- Identify the appropriate macroeconomic policy responses to commodity price shocks.
Additional administrative note
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