About the Programme
This programme examines how global economic developments influence national fiscal choices and public finance strategies. Participants will analyse the interaction between fiscal policy, economic competitiveness and international financial trends in an increasingly interconnected world. Participants will explore taxation, public debt, macroeconomic management and fiscal responses to economic shocks. The programme considers the effects of trade dynamics, capital flows, inflation, demographic change and geopolitical instability on government finances. International case studies provide insight into how countries adapt fiscal policy to maintain stability while supporting growth and social priorities. Learning Objectives • Understand the role of fiscal policy in promoting economic stability and development • Examine the implications of global economic trends for national budgetary decisions • Assess the effectiveness of fiscal interventions during periods of crisis and recovery • Analyse the interaction between taxation, expenditure and macroeconomic performance • Explore challenges associated with debt sustainability and fiscal resilience • Evaluate policy responses to inflationary pressures, supply disruptions and external shocks • Compare fiscal strategies adopted by advanced, emerging and resource-dependent economies • Develop approaches to fiscal planning that account for international risks and opportunities