Debt Management and Fiscal Sustainability Training Course: Strengthening Public Finance and Economic Resilience

Introduction

Effective debt management is crucial for ensuring fiscal sustainability, economic stability, and responsible public financial governance. Governments face complex challenges in managing domestic and external debt, balancing financing needs, and mitigating risks associated with borrowing. This training course equips participants with practical knowledge and strategies to manage public debt efficiently while promoting fiscal discipline and long-term economic resilience.

Through interactive workshops, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will explore debt management frameworks, risk assessment tools, and policy options to ensure sustainable borrowing. The course emphasizes transparency, prudent fiscal practices, and the integration of international best practices, enabling participants to make informed decisions, optimize debt portfolios, and enhance public trust in financial management systems.

Duration: 10 Days

Target Audience:

  • Public sector financial managers and policy makers
  • Treasury and debt management officers
  • Budget planners and economists
  • Risk and compliance officers in government institutions
  • Public sector auditors and accountants
  • Development partners and donor staff
  • Legal and regulatory advisors in finance
  • Academics and researchers in public finance

Course Objectives:

  • Understand principles of debt management and fiscal sustainability
  • Develop strategies for efficient domestic and external borrowing
  • Assess risks associated with public debt portfolios
  • Integrate debt management into budget and fiscal planning
  • Enhance transparency and accountability in debt operations
  • Apply international best practices in public debt management
  • Strengthen institutional frameworks for debt governance
  • Monitor and evaluate debt sustainability effectively
  • Address fiscal and economic risks associated with borrowing
  • Build actionable policies for long-term fiscal stability

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Debt Management and Fiscal Sustainability

  • Definition and scope of public debt management
  • Importance for fiscal stability
  • Types of government debt
  • Key challenges in debt governance
  • Principles of sustainable fiscal policy

Module 2: Debt Policy and Strategy Formulation

  • Developing debt management strategies
  • Policy objectives and priorities
  • Integrating debt policy with fiscal policy
  • Medium- and long-term debt planning
  • Case studies in debt strategy design

Module 3: Domestic Debt Management

  • Issuance and management of domestic debt instruments
  • Market development and liquidity management
  • Managing interest rate and rollover risks
  • Internal controls and reporting
  • Lessons from domestic debt programs

Module 4: External Debt Management

  • Types of external borrowing
  • Managing exchange rate and refinancing risks
  • Sovereign debt markets and instruments
  • Negotiating terms and agreements
  • International best practices

Module 5: Debt Sustainability Analysis

  • Indicators of debt sustainability
  • Debt-to-GDP ratios and thresholds
  • Stress testing and scenario analysis
  • Fiscal risk assessment
  • Tools for monitoring debt sustainability

Module 6: Risk Management in Public Debt

  • Identifying financial, operational, and market risks
  • Risk mitigation strategies
  • Contingency planning
  • Early warning systems
  • Case studies on managing debt risks

Module 7: Debt Monitoring and Reporting

  • Institutional frameworks for debt oversight
  • Key reporting requirements
  • Transparency and accountability mechanisms
  • Integrating monitoring with fiscal planning
  • Best practices in public debt reporting

Module 8: Legal and Regulatory Frameworks

  • National debt laws and regulations
  • Compliance with international standards
  • Institutional responsibilities in debt management
  • Legal aspects of borrowing agreements
  • Ethical considerations in debt operations

Module 9: Public Debt and Fiscal Policy Integration

  • Aligning debt management with fiscal objectives
  • Impact of debt on budget and economic growth
  • Policy trade-offs and decision-making
  • Coordination with monetary authorities
  • Lessons from successful integration

Module 10: Debt Restructuring and Crisis Management

  • Approaches to debt restructuring
  • Negotiation with creditors
  • Managing debt crises and defaults
  • Contingency measures
  • Case studies in debt restructuring

Module 11: Domestic and International Capital Markets

  • Understanding bond markets and investor behavior
  • Issuance strategies and pricing
  • Role of credit ratings
  • Investor relations and market communication
  • Market development for sustainable borrowing

Module 12: Financing Infrastructure through Debt

  • Linking debt to development projects
  • Project evaluation and prioritization
  • Public-Private Partnership (PPP) financing
  • Debt sustainability in infrastructure financing
  • Risk management in project financing

Module 13: Fiscal Risk Management

  • Identifying contingent liabilities
  • Managing guarantees and off-budget liabilities
  • Evaluating fiscal exposure
  • Risk monitoring frameworks
  • Mitigation strategies for fiscal shocks

Module 14: International Best Practices in Debt Management

  • Lessons from global debt management programs
  • Benchmarking frameworks
  • Innovations in debt strategy and risk management
  • Multi-stakeholder approaches
  • Adapting best practices to national contexts

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 is provided by the institute. 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

 

 

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