National Accounts Statistics (NASx)
This course, presented by the Statistics Department, introduces participants to compiling national accounts statistics based on the System of National Accounts, 2008 (2008 SNA) framework. The course covers the sequence of national accounts, the accounting rules, and the key macroeconomic aggregates in the SNA framework. Participants will learn about the three measures of GDP—the production, income, and expenditure approaches—and how to estimate volume measures of value added.
Target Audience
Persons interested in learning how to compile national accounts statistics or in using the statistics for macroeconomic analysis.
Qualifications
Some knowledge of economics and statistics or equivalent experience is useful. Access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection and a Google Chrome web browser are essential.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to:
- Describe the SNA framework and identify the key macroeconomic indicators.
- Define the components of GDP from the production, expenditure and income approaches.
- Apply the concepts, accounting rules, methods, and data sources necessary to estimate GDP.
Upcoming Offering
| Start date | End date | Location | Delivery Method | Session No. | Primary & (Interpretation) language | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2024 | April 15, 2025 | Course conducted online | Online Training | OL 24.201 | English | Apply online by April 1, 2025 |
| May 1, 2024 | April 15, 2025 | Course conducted online | Online Training | OL 24.202 | French | Apply online by April 1, 2025 |
| May 1, 2024 | April 15, 2025 | Course conducted online | Online Training | OL 24.203 | Spanish | Apply online by April 1, 2025 |
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Apply online by November 22, 2024
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Apply online by November 22, 2024
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Apply online by November 22, 2024
Managing Capital Flows: Macroeconomic Analysis and Policies (MCF)
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Apply online by November 22, 2024
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Apply online by November 24, 2024