Digital Renaissance: Digital Economy and Inclusive Growth Strategies Training Course

Introduction

The rapid proliferation of digital technologies is reshaping economies worldwide, driving unprecedented innovation, creating new markets, and fundamentally transforming the nature of work. While the digital economy holds immense potential for accelerating growth and improving livelihoods, it also presents challenges, including the risk of widening existing inequalities if access, skills, and opportunities are not equitably distributed. Crafting strategies that harness the digital revolution for inclusive growth, ensuring no one is left behind, is therefore a critical imperative for policymakers, businesses, and development practitioners alike.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of the digital economy and how to develop inclusive growth strategies within it. From dissecting the key components of the digital ecosystem and analyzing its impact on various sectors, to mastering policy frameworks for digital transformation, fostering digital literacy, and promoting digital entrepreneurship, you will gain the expertise to bridge digital divides and leverage technology for equitable development. This empowers you to design and implement effective policies and programs that maximize the benefits of digitalization for all segments of society, fostering sustainable and shared prosperity.

Target Audience

  • Policymakers and government officials in ICT ministries, finance, trade, and planning.
  • Development practitioners and program managers from international organizations and NGOs.
  • Regulatory bodies overseeing telecommunications, digital services, and competition.
  • Economists and researchers studying technological change and its societal impact.
  • Business leaders and strategists in digital industries or those undergoing digital transformation.
  • Innovators and entrepreneurs in the tech and digital sectors.
  • Social impact investors and philanthropy professionals focused on digital inclusion.
  • Graduate students (Master's and PhD) in economics, public policy, information systems, or development studies.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the core components and defining characteristics of the digital economy.
  • Grasp the potential benefits and risks of digital transformation for economic growth and social equity.
  • Analyze the impact of digital technologies on various sectors, including labor markets, finance, and trade.
  • Comprehend strategies for building robust digital infrastructure and ensuring universal access.
  • Evaluate policies aimed at fostering digital literacy, skills development, and digital entrepreneurship.
  • Develop practical skills in assessing the inclusiveness of digital economy strategies.
  • Navigate regulatory frameworks and governance challenges in the digital age.
  • Formulate evidence-based strategies for leveraging the digital economy to achieve inclusive and sustainable growth.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to the Digital Economy
  • Defining the digital economy: concepts, scope, and evolution
  • Key drivers: internet penetration, mobile technology, data, AI, IoT, blockchain
  • Measuring the digital economy: challenges and approaches
  • The dual nature of digital transformation: opportunities for growth vs. risks of exclusion
  • Global trends and disparities in digital adoption and impact
  1. Pillars of the Digital Economy Ecosystem
  • Digital infrastructure: connectivity, broadband, data centers
  • Digital platforms: e-commerce, ride-sharing, social media, gig economy platforms
  • Digital payments and financial services (FinTech)
  • Digital skills and human capital development
  • Digital entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems
  1. Digital Technologies and Labor Markets
  • Automation, AI, and the future of work: job creation vs. job displacement
  • The gig economy: opportunities, challenges, and worker protection
  • Digital skills gap: identifying needs and designing training programs
  • Reskilling and upskilling strategies for the digital age
  • Policies for inclusive labor market transitions in the digital economy
  1. Digital Finance and Financial Inclusion
  • The role of digital payments (mobile money, digital wallets) in financial inclusion
  • Innovative FinTech solutions for the unbanked and underserved
  • Regulating digital finance: ensuring consumer protection and financial stability
  • Challenges and opportunities of digital credit and digital remittances
  • Strategies for leveraging digital finance for inclusive economic participation
  1. Digital Trade and E-commerce
  • The growth of cross-border e-commerce and its impact on traditional trade
  • Challenges for MSMEs in participating in digital trade
  • Regulatory frameworks for e-commerce and digital services
  • Data flows, data localization, and their implications for trade
  • Strategies for leveraging e-commerce for inclusive economic growth
  1. Digital Skills and Literacy Strategies for All
  • Defining digital literacy and its components
  • Bridging the digital divide: access, affordability, relevance, and readiness
  • Designing digital literacy programs for different demographic groups (women, rural populations, elderly)
  • Integrating digital skills into education and vocational training
  • Public-private partnerships for digital skills development
  1. Governance and Regulatory Frameworks for the Digital Economy
  • Data governance: privacy, protection, and responsible data use
  • Competition policy in digital markets: addressing monopolies and market power
  • Taxation of the digital economy: challenges and international cooperation
  • Cybersecurity and trust in the digital ecosystem
  • Adapting legal and regulatory frameworks for new digital business models
  1. Inclusive Digital Transformation Strategies
  • National digital strategies: components and implementation
  • Sector-specific digital strategies (e.g., e-health, e-agriculture, e-education)
  • Promoting digital public goods and open data initiatives
  • Leveraging digital technologies for public service delivery and good governance
  • Measuring and monitoring inclusive digital transformation
  1. Policy Coherence and Cross-Sectoral Linkages
  • Integrating digital strategies with broader national development plans
  • Coherence between ICT policy, education policy, financial policy, and labor policy
  • Multi-stakeholder approaches: involving government, private sector, civil society, and academia
  • International cooperation and partnerships for digital development
  • Learning from global case studies of inclusive digital growth
  1. Emerging Issues and Future Directions
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) for inclusive development: opportunities and ethical considerations
  • Blockchain for transparency, financial inclusion, and supply chains
  • The Metaverse and Web3: implications for future economies and inclusion
  • Green digital transformation: leveraging digital for environmental sustainability
  • Building resilience in the digital economy: navigating shocks and disruptions.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

Digital Renaissance: Digital Economy And Inclusive Growth Strategies Training Course in Kenya
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