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FNB 168 - Advanced Techniques in Economic Indicators and Development Measurement
Code | Start Date | Duration | Venue | |
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FNB 168 | 16 December 2024 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 20 January 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 17 February 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 17 March 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 14 April 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 12 May 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 30 June 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 07 July 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 04 August 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 29 September 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 27 October 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 24 November 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
FNB 168 | 15 December 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
Course Description
This comprehensive training course is designed to equip participants with advanced skills in calculating and interpreting economic indicators, as well as measuring economic development through these indicators. The course will dig into the foundational concepts of economic indicators, explore various data sources and their reliability, and provide hands-on experience in calculating primary economic indicators. Participants will learn to analyze the real-world implications of shifts in these indicators and develop forecasting capabilities for future economic trends.
Course Objectives
- Understanding of economic indicators and their calculation methods
- Being able to interpret shifts in these indicators and forecast future economic trends
- Making informed decision-making confidently
- Measuring environmental sustainability
Who Should Attend?
- Economists
- Economic researchers
- Financial analysts
- Policy makers
- Data scientists interested in economic data
Course Details/Schedule
Day 1
- Introduction to Economic Indicators
- Understanding the role and significance of economic indicators in development measurement
- Exploring various types of economic indicators: leading, lagging, and coincident
- The process of data collection and validation for accurate economic analysis
- Comparative analysis of global economic indicators and their impact on policy-making
- Case studies of successful application of economic indicators in predicting economic trends
Day 2
- Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Economic Growth
- In-depth analysis of GDP as a primary economic indicator
- Components and calculations of GDP: Consumption, Investment, Government Spending, and Net Exports
- Limitations of GDP in measuring economic well-being and alternative approaches
- The relationship between GDP growth and development
- Utilizing GDP data for forecasting and strategic planning in economic development
Day 3
- Inflation, Unemployment, and Economic Stability
- Theories and measurement of inflation: Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI)
- Unemployment metrics and their correlation with economic health
- Analyzing the trade-offs between inflation and unemployment: The Phillips Curve
- Strategies for achieving economic stability: Monetary and fiscal policy tools
- Evaluating the effectiveness of economic stabilization policies through case studies
Day 4
- International Trade and Development
- The balance of trade and its effect on national economies
- Exchange rates and their influence on trade and investment decisions
- Trade policies and agreements: Protectionism vs. Free Trade
- Economic indicators in the context of globalization and international development
- Assessing the impact of trade on development using empirical data
Day 5
- Sustainability and Development Indicators
- Sustainable development goals (SDGs) and their relevance to economic indicators
- Measuring environmental sustainability: Ecological footprint and environmental performance index
- Social indicators: Education, health, and inequality metrics
- Integrating economic, social, and environmental indicators for holistic development assessment
- Case studies on the use of sustainability indicators in policy formulation and evaluation