Government Finance Statistics Fundamentals
Master the conceptual framework and practical aspects of government finance statistics following IMF standards for comprehensive fiscal analysis.
Master the conceptual framework and practical aspects of government finance statistics following IMF standards for comprehensive fiscal analysis.
This comprehensive course from the IMF Statistics Department covers both theoretical and practical aspects of government finance statistics (GFS) based on the IMF's Government Finance Statistics Manual 2014. Learn essential concepts, definitions, accounting rules, and classifications for compiling and analyzing government financial data. The course focuses on practical implementation, helping participants understand how to evaluate government activities' economic impact and ensure international data comparability.
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What you'll learn
Understand basic GFS concepts definitions and accounting principles
Master classification of government flows and stock positions
Apply principles for classifying public sector entities
Record fiscal flows and stocks following GFSM 2014 guidelines
Calculate and interpret main GFS aggregates and balances
Develop migration plans for GFSM 2014 methodology adoption
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Module Description
This comprehensive course delves into the conceptual framework and practical implementation of government finance statistics according to IMF standards. The curriculum covers fundamental concepts, definitions, accounting principles, and classifications essential for compiling and analyzing government financial data. Participants learn about the integrated GFS framework, including basic concepts, accounting rules, and presentation methods. The course emphasizes practical aspects of data compilation and shows how to use GFS effectively to evaluate government activities' economic impact.
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Distinguished International Financial Statistics Expert with Global Impact
Alberto F. Jiménez de Lucio is a seasoned economist with over four decades of experience in international finance and statistics. His career spans multiple prestigious institutions, beginning with 15 years at the Central Reserve Bank of Peru's Economic Studies Division, followed by four and a half years as Project Manager for Mexico and Central America at the World Bank. After serving as an Alternate Executive Director at the IMF, he took on the role of General Advisor to the Governor of Tonga's central bank. His most significant contribution came during his 20-year tenure as Senior Economist in the IMF's Government Finance Division, where he authored the Government Finance Statistics Compilation Guide for Developing Countries and provided extensive technical assistance to member countries
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Distinguished Government Finance Statistics Expert with Global Impact
Hendrik Tillmann-Zorn is a seasoned Public Finance expert at the International Monetary Fund, specializing in Government Finance Statistics (GFS) and technical assistance. His expertise spans fiscal statistics and public sector debt, providing training and technical support across Asia, the Pacific, South East Europe, and West Africa. His academic foundation includes a PhD from the International Max Planck Research School in Cologne, where he focused on economic sociology and became an expert in fiscal statistics. Prior to his IMF role, he served as a senior management consultant at The Boston Consulting Group, primarily in financial services. His career path includes founding a business video production firm in 2012. As an IMF GFS expert, he has contributed significantly to improving government finance statistics worldwide, participating in technical assistance missions and capacity development projects. His work includes supporting countries in developing GFS frameworks, improving data compilation processes, and enhancing fiscal statistics reporting. Tillmann-Zorn's expertise is particularly evident in his role as a key contributor to IMF's educational initiatives on government finance statistics, where he helps countries implement international standards for fiscal reporting and sector classification.
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