Title of the activity
Advanced Course on the Economic Analysis of Trade Policy
Activity Type
Thematic course/Workshop
Description
The Advanced Course on the Economic Analysis of Trade Policy, a Level 3 training activity implemented within the WTO Progressive Learning Strategy (PLS), represents the highest level of learning among WTO training activities.
The course is targeted at government officials directly involved in economic or econometric analysis of trade policy, or in the formulation and conduct of trade policy, as well as at researchers and academics specialized in trade- and trade policy-related study, research and teaching.
The ability to conduct high quality analyses of trade data is essential for decision making both in the government and in the private sector. Multilateral, regional and bilateral trade negotiations, as well as the formulation and implementation of appropriate policies at a national level, require an extensive analysis of economic data and an assessment of the impact of trade policy decisions.
The purpose of this advanced specialized course is for the participants to learn how to select the appropriate approach to answer their trade policy research question, how to collect the data and implement the analysis. The course in based on the UNCTAD/WTO Practical Guide to Trade Policy Analysis, which can be accessed at:
http://www.wto.org/english/res_e/publications_e/practical_guide12_e.htm, and on the Advanced Guide to Trade Policy Analysis. The Structural Gravity Model, which can be accessed at:
https://www.wto.org/english/res_e/publications_e/advancedguide2016_e.htm.
During the course, participants will become familiar with sources of trade and trade policy data (focussing on trade in goods) and with methodologies for trade and trade policy analysis, including calculation of trade flows and trade policy indicators, and the gravity model for trade. Through hands-on exercises, they will learn how to use the STATA software to construct trade indexes and tariff profiles; how to build a gravity dataset and estimate a gravity model; and how to conduct general equilibrium trade policy analysis based on gravity. The course will also be a platform for discussion on how to work with policymakers to enhance the use of research in policymaking.
The course is targeted at government officials directly involved in economic or econometric analysis of trade policy, or in the formulation and conduct of trade policy, as well as at researchers and academics specialized in trade- and trade policy-related study, research and teaching.
The ability to conduct high quality analyses of trade data is essential for decision making both in the government and in the private sector. Multilateral, regional and bilateral trade negotiations, as well as the formulation and implementation of appropriate policies at a national level, require an extensive analysis of economic data and an assessment of the impact of trade policy decisions.
The purpose of this advanced specialized course is for the participants to learn how to select the appropriate approach to answer their trade policy research question, how to collect the data and implement the analysis. The course in based on the UNCTAD/WTO Practical Guide to Trade Policy Analysis, which can be accessed at:
http://www.wto.org/english/res_e/publications_e/practical_guide12_e.htm, and on the Advanced Guide to Trade Policy Analysis. The Structural Gravity Model, which can be accessed at:
https://www.wto.org/english/res_e/publications_e/advancedguide2016_e.htm.
During the course, participants will become familiar with sources of trade and trade policy data (focussing on trade in goods) and with methodologies for trade and trade policy analysis, including calculation of trade flows and trade policy indicators, and the gravity model for trade. Through hands-on exercises, they will learn how to use the STATA software to construct trade indexes and tariff profiles; how to build a gravity dataset and estimate a gravity model; and how to conduct general equilibrium trade policy analysis based on gravity. The course will also be a platform for discussion on how to work with policymakers to enhance the use of research in policymaking.
Venue
Switzerland
City
WTO
Trade topic
Multi topic
Start Date
End Date
Duration (days)
7
Activity Level
Pre-requisite
Eligible candidates for this advanced course must:
(i) hold a Master's degree in Economics or a PhD in Economics or in a related discipline;
(ii) possess basic knowledge of econometric techniques;
(iii) be familiarized with the STATA software;
(iv) have completed a WTO training activity (E-Learning or a face-to-face course) and/or have demonstrably commensurate knowledge or professional experience;
(v) possess an excellent ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing.
(i) hold a Master's degree in Economics or a PhD in Economics or in a related discipline;
(ii) possess basic knowledge of econometric techniques;
(iii) be familiarized with the STATA software;
(iv) have completed a WTO training activity (E-Learning or a face-to-face course) and/or have demonstrably commensurate knowledge or professional experience;
(v) possess an excellent ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing.
Target Audience
Government officials
Language
English
Key Result
1. Government officials are implementing WTO Agreements and fully realising Members' rights and obligations
Key Output
1.4: WTO data and databases accessed by Members
Chapter
4. Geneva-based Advanced Thematic Courses and topic-specific symposia for Capital-based officials
Programme
TC19-7Programme ACEATP 2019-rev5.pdf225.33 KB
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