The Macroeconomics Training Program aims to provide participants with in-depth knowledge of key macroeconomic topics such as national and global economic analysis, growth, inflation, unemployment, and monetary policies. The program enables participants to make economic decisions and engage in strategic planning.
The training is for professional development purposes, and the certificate obtained does not replace the MYK authorization certificate in trainings where the MYK authorization certificate is mandatory.
- Introduction and Purpose of the Training Program
The Macroeconomics Training Program aims to provide participants with the necessary knowledge to understand national and global economies, analyze key macroeconomic indicators such as growth, inflation, unemployment, and monetary policies. This training helps develop a strategic perspective for understanding economic policies and making economic decisions.
- What is Macroeconomics?
This section discusses the fundamental concepts of macroeconomics and how large-scale systems in the economy operate. Participants will explore key indicators such as economic growth, national income, unemployment, and inflation.
Covered Topics:
- Definition and importance of macroeconomics
- General functioning of economic systems
- Macroeconomic policies and areas of application
- Economic Growth and National Income
Economic growth refers to the increase in an economy's production capacity. This section covers growth theories, national income calculations, and the factors influencing growth rates.
Covered Topics:
- Theories of economic growth
- National income calculation (GDP, GDP calculation methods)
- Factors affecting growth rates
- Macroeconomic indicators related to growth
- Inflation and Its Economic Effects
Inflation refers to the general increase in prices and can impact economic balance. This section discusses the causes, types, and effects of inflation.
Covered Topics:
- Definition and types of inflation
- Methods of calculating inflation
- Economic effects of inflation
- Policies for controlling inflation
- Unemployment and Types of Unemployment
Unemployment is one of the key indicators of an economy, providing insights into its health. Participants will learn about types of unemployment, unemployment rates, and their role in the economy.
Covered Topics:
- Types of unemployment (frictional, structural, cyclical unemployment)
- Unemployment rate calculation
- The relationship between unemployment and growth
- Economic crises and unemployment
- Monetary Policy and the Central Bank
Monetary policy is the process of controlling the money supply and interest rates to maintain economic balance. This section focuses on the role of central banks and their monetary policies.
Covered Topics:
- What is monetary policy?
- The role and tools of central banks
- Interest rates and money supply
- The effects of monetary policy on inflation and growth
- Fiscal Policy and the Role of Government
Government intervention in the economy plays a crucial role in maintaining macroeconomic balance. This section covers fiscal policy, government spending, tax policies, and public debt.
Covered Topics:
- Definition and tools of fiscal policy
- Government spending and tax revenues
- Public debt and budget deficits
- Economic oversight and fiscal policies
- International Trade and Exchange Rates
International trade is a significant part of the global economy, and exchange rates affect the trade balance between countries. Participants will gain insights into international trade theories and exchange rate policies.
Covered Topics:
- Fundamentals of international trade
- Exchange rates and their effects
- Trade balance and external debt
- Global trade policies
- Macroeconomic Models and Applications
This section covers the fundamental economic models that examine macroeconomic variables. Participants will understand how these models impact the economy.
Covered Topics:
- IS-LM model
- AD-AS model (Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply)
- Economic equilibrium and stable growth models
- Dynamic macroeconomic analyses
- Macroeconomic Crises and Solutions
Economic crises can arise from multiple factors. This section discusses the causes, consequences, and crisis management strategies.
Covered Topics:
- Types and examples of crises (financial crisis, stagflation)
- Post-crisis recovery strategies
- Ensuring economic stability
- Crisis management and macroeconomic solutions
- Methods and Tools Used in the Training
The training will include interactive lessons, case studies, group discussions, and simulations. Participants will gain practical experience by applying the learned theories to real-world situations.
Covered Topics:
- Case analyses and group work
- Economic data analysis and simulations
- Economic reporting and data visualization
- Learning Outcomes for Participants
By the end of the training, participants will have the ability to analyze macroeconomic indicators, develop economic growth strategies, and make effective economic decisions.
Covered Topics:
- Macroeconomic analysis skills
- Data analysis and economic reporting
- Strategic economic decision-making
- Developing economic growth strategies.
The training is open to corporate collaborations, and individual applications are not accepted. The training content can be re-planned based on the corporate participant profile and your specific needs. Following mutual discussions, the scope and method of the training (In-person, Online) will be determined, and the related processes will be completed. If an agreement is reached, the suitable dates and times for your institution's participants and our instructors, as well as the location of the training, will be determined.