Advanced Public Finance and Fiscal Policy Training Course

Advanced Public Finance and Fiscal Policy Training Course

Introduction

Advanced Public Finance and Fiscal Policy Training Course is designed to equip participants with specialized knowledge, innovative tools, and practical strategies for effective fiscal management and sustainable economic development. With a strong focus on public financial management, fiscal reforms, macroeconomic stability, taxation systems, and budgetary frameworks, this course provides in-depth insights into how governments can mobilize revenue, optimize public expenditure, and ensure financial accountability. Participants will explore critical aspects of debt management, intergovernmental fiscal transfers, fiscal decentralization, and public-private partnerships to enhance economic growth and inclusive governance.

This program is tailored for professionals aiming to strengthen their expertise in fiscal policy design, public finance reforms, financial sustainability, and performance-based budgeting. Through real-world case studies, simulations, and interactive modules, participants will acquire practical skills for addressing challenges in public sector financing, fiscal transparency, and economic resilience. The course combines theory with applied learning, ensuring participants leave with actionable solutions that drive fiscal efficiency, accountability, and effective governance.

Course Objectives

1. Strengthen expertise in public financial management (PFM) systems.
2. Analyze macroeconomic stability and fiscal policy frameworks.
3. Develop strategies for public expenditure efficiency and transparency.
4. Explore domestic revenue mobilization and taxation reforms.
5. Enhance skills in budget planning and performance-based budgeting.
6. Examine fiscal decentralization and intergovernmental fiscal transfers.
7. Understand debt sustainability and public debt management.
8. Apply best practices in fiscal governance and anti-corruption mechanisms.
9. Improve capacities in public-private partnerships (PPPs) and financing models.
10. Strengthen capacity building for fiscal institutions and policymakers.
11. Evaluate fiscal sustainability and long-term economic growth strategies.
12. Apply analytical tools for fiscal forecasting and risk management.
13. Promote inclusive governance and citizen participation in fiscal policy.

Target Audience

1. Public finance managers and treasury officials.
2. Policy makers and government advisors.
3. Economists and macroeconomic planners.
4. Budget officers and expenditure analysts.
5. Revenue authorities and taxation experts.
6. Governance and accountability institutions.
7. Development partners and donor agency staff.
8. Financial auditors and oversight bodies.

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Public Finance and Fiscal Policy

• Principles of fiscal policy and macroeconomic frameworks.
• Key concepts of revenue, expenditure, and deficit management.
• The role of fiscal policy in economic stabilization.
• Public sector financial governance essentials.
• Fiscal transparency and accountability measures.
• Case Study: Fiscal consolidation strategies in emerging economies.

Module 2: Public Expenditure Management

• Expenditure planning and prioritization.
• Performance-based budgeting frameworks.
• Efficiency and effectiveness in resource allocation.
• Expenditure tracking and reporting systems.
• Mechanisms for reducing fiscal leakages.
• Case Study: Budget execution reforms in South Korea.

Module 3: Revenue Mobilization and Taxation Reforms

• Domestic resource mobilization strategies.
• Taxation systems and equity considerations.
• Modern approaches to tax policy and administration.
• Technology-driven revenue collection.
• International tax cooperation and reforms.
• Case Study: Tax system digitalization in Rwanda.

Module 4: Debt Management and Fiscal Sustainability

• Principles of debt sustainability.
• Debt structuring and refinancing strategies.
• Monitoring debt-to-GDP ratios.
• Tools for debt risk assessment.
• Policy options for reducing fiscal vulnerabilities.
• Case Study: Debt restructuring in Greece.

Module 5: Fiscal Decentralization and Intergovernmental Transfers

• Models of fiscal decentralization.
• Intergovernmental fiscal transfer systems.
• Revenue sharing mechanisms.
• Building sub-national fiscal capacities.
• Local government expenditure responsibilities.
• Case Study: Decentralized fiscal management in Brazil.

Module 6: Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Financing Models

• PPP frameworks and contractual arrangements.
• Risk-sharing in PPP projects.
• Financing infrastructure through PPPs.
• Evaluating PPP project viability.
• PPP governance and accountability.
• Case Study: PPP infrastructure development in Kenya.

Module 7: Fiscal Governance and Anti-Corruption Mechanisms

• Strengthening fiscal institutions for governance.
• Enhancing financial transparency mechanisms.
• Anti-corruption frameworks in fiscal management.
• Role of supreme audit institutions (SAIs).
• Citizen participation in fiscal governance.
• Case Study: Anti-corruption fiscal reforms in Singapore.

Module 8: Emerging Trends in Fiscal Policy and Public Finance

• Climate finance and green fiscal policies.
• Digitalization of fiscal systems.
• Managing fiscal risks in global crises.
• Gender-responsive budgeting approaches.
• Inclusive governance and participatory budgeting.
• Case Study: Green fiscal policy reforms in the EU.

Training Methodology

• Interactive lectures and expert presentations.
• Group discussions and collaborative learning exercises.
• Practical simulations and problem-solving activities.
• In-depth analysis of international and local case studies.
• Hands-on assignments with real-world fiscal scenarios.
• Continuous feedback and peer-to-peer learning.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@datastatresearch.org or call +254724527104 

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

 We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to DATASTAT CONSULTANCY LTD account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.