Training Program

Compilers of national accounts statistics employed by agencies responsible for official national accounts statistics and main users.

Participants are expected to have a degree in economics or statistics; or equivalent experience.

This course covers theoretical and practical aspects in the compilation of national accounts statistics based on the conceptual framework of the System of National Accounts 2008 (2008 SNA). The course consists of lectures covering advanced compilation issues of the 2008 SNA and workshops consisting of practical exercises in compiling the accounts. The main aim of the course is to train participants in developing and using more advanced compilation techniques to cover topics including supply and use tables, input-output tables, and price and volume measures. The course will start with a review of the SNA framework and will discuss how the accounts can be extended to address specific user needs. The course will also address key topics in the update of the 2008 SNA (2025 SNA). Emphasis is placed on sharing country experiences among the participants.