Join the Macroeconometric Forecasting course by edX to build & assess forecasting models that predict economic growth, inflation & other macroeconomic variable.
edX’s Macroeconometric Forecasting online course is a nine-week macroeconomics programme curated by the International Monetary Fund. Its in-depth modules will teach you to predict macroeconomic variables, like consumption, growth, or inflation. Through the lessons, you will learn how to use these variables to build statistical economic models that predict economic policy responses.
The Macroeconometric Forecasting certification syllabus provides immersive learning through hands-on demonstrations of policy analysis, forecasting, model-building, etc., using various countries’ data sets. The instructors will conduct these applications and demos via Eviews, a widely used software for simulating and estimating forecasting models on Windows. To this aid, you will receive temporarily free Eviews licences during the programme.
Furthermore, the programme is free to audit for a limited duration and consists of a self-paced schedule for convenient learning. You can also purchase the verified course track to get certified and receive lifetime access to this training. Since it’s an intermediate curriculum, undergraduate-level knowledge in economics and statistics is sufficient for admission.
Macroeconometric Forecasting course fee structure
Course type
Fees in INR
Audit
NA
Certification
Rs.2,095
Yes
International Monetary Fund
₹2,095
You must have an undergraduate background in economics and statistics to join the Macroeconometric Forecasting course by edX.
You will be adept in the following concepts after completing edX’s Macroeconometric Forecasting certification syllabus: -
If you’re an edX user, you can join the Macroeconometric Forecasting training using your registered mail and password. However, if you wish to sign up, you must create your edX profile. For this, simply provide your country name, username, full name, password, and email ID. You can also link your Google, Microsoft, Facebook, or Apple credentials to sign up/sign in.
The Macroeconometric Forecasting certification course offers convenient learning through a self-paced schedule and online lectures. IMF's renowned educators will teach you the curriculum lessons through hands-on demonstrations, applications, and extensive insights. You will also get a free EViews license to access the software during the programme.
Moreover, if you purchase the verified track, it will unlock additional Macroeconometric Forecasting certification benefits. These include unlimited course access, graded assessments, and the completion certificate. This e-certification is shareable on LinkedIn networks, and you can also present it to recruiters/employers via your CV. This accreditation will display your programme achievements, IMF’s logo, and your instructor’s attestation to verify your skills.
Mr Adolfo Barajas Senior Economist International Moneta...
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Ms Adina Popescu Economist International Moneta...
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Mr Sam Ouliaris Former Chief International Moneta...
Mr Reda Cherif Senior Economist International Moneta...
Mr Jorge Restrepo Senior Economist International Moneta...
Mr Dmitry Plotnikov Economist International Moneta...
Mr Mikhail Pranovich Economist International Moneta...
The International Monetary Fund has curated this programme and is offering it through edX.
No. The Macroeconometric Forecasting certification programme is an intermediate-level one.
IMF’s Adina Popescu (Strategy, Policy and Review Department’s Economist), Adolfo Barajas (Institute for Capacity Development’s Senior Economist), Reda Cherif (IMF’s Senior Economist), Dmitry Plotnikov, Mikhail Pranovich, Jorge Restrepo and Sam Ouliaris are the course educators.
The Macroeconometric Forecasting online course is for 10 weeks.
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