## Macroeconometric Forecasting and Analysis (MFA)

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**Canonical URL:** [Macroeconometric Forecasting and Analysis (MFA)](https://www.imf.org/en/capacity-development/training/icdtc/schedule/st/2024/mfast24-35)

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## Bibliographic details
- Session: ST 24.35
- Location: Singapore, Singapore
- Dates: July 8-19, 2024 (2 weeks)
- Delivery method: In-person Training
- Primary language: English
- Status: Deadline passed

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### Target audience
- Government officials involved in the development of macro-econometric models for forecasting, analysis, and implementation of macroeconomic policy.
- Participants are expected to have an advanced degree in economics or equivalent experience and background in econometrics.
- Participants should be comfortable using EViews for econometric applications.
- It is strongly recommended that applicants have completed the online Macroeconometric Forecasting (MFx) course.

### Course details and logistics
- Session No.: ST 24.35
- Location: Singapore, Singapore
- Date: July 8-19, 2024 (2 weeks)
- Delivery Method: In-person Training
- Primary Language: English
- Deadline passed

### Course description
- The course, presented by the Institute for Capacity Development, gives government officials a rigorous foundation estimating of macro-econometric models and their application for nowcasting, forecasting, and policy analysis in central banks, ministries, and public research institutions.
- The course examines:
  - Univariate and multivariate econometric time series models.
  - State-space models.
  - Nowcasting techniques such as BRIDGE, MIDAS, and UMIDAS models.
- Each topic includes a lecture discussing the underlying theory and a workshop with EViews applications.
- Participants work in groups on hands-on estimation and forecasting exercises.

### Course objectives
- Identify the foundations, characteristics, and limitations for several econometric model specifications.
- Use EViews software to apply modeling techniques that enhance their institutions; policy analysis and forecasting capabilities.
- Apply the techniques learned to country cases from their region to forecast and analyze a policy issue.
- Apply appropriate tools available in the EViews econometric package to their work or research and that of other countries.

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## References

- [In-person Training](https://www.imf.org/en/capacity-development/training/icdtc/delivery-methods)
- [Financial Development and Financial Inclusion (FDFI)](https://www.imf.org/en/capacity-development/training/icdtc/schedule/at/2026/fdfiat26-24)

_Source: https://www.imf.org/en/capacity-development/training/icdtc/schedule/st/2024/mfast24-35_