A tutored online programme exploring the interplay between macroeconomics and peace.
Introduction
The vital role of robust macroeconomic policies and practices in promoting stable, resilient, and peaceful societies is often misunderstood and all too often underprioritized in peace processes. Solid macroeconomic frameworks are equally important for societies undergoing post-conflict recovery.
This introductory course on ‘Macroeconomics for Peace’ aims to provide practitioners from the UN system and beyond with an overview of macroeconomic principles that may influence peace.
Objectives
This short course offers an introduction to the key economic concepts and indicators that participants will come across in a career in humanitarian action, development and peacebuilding.
Course Methodology
This programme is delivered entirely online over four weeks. It combines self-paced modules with live tutored sessions as well as interactive spaces for experience sharing, joint reflection and peer exchange. A UNSSC tutor will guide and support you throughout your learning journey.
The programme is hosted on the UNSSC online learning platform, UNKampus, which allows you a high degree of flexibility to access content at your own pace, from anywhere and at any time.
Course Contents
The course covers the following 5 modules:
- The macroeconomy
- Equity
- The public sector
- Balance of payments
- International financial institutions
Target Audience
UN staff as well as practitioners and representatives from governments, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, civil society and academia.
How to register:
Register at: https://www.unssc.org/courses/macroeconomics-peace-and-development/