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Economics of Education for Policymakers, Part I
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Course Delivery Dates

March 26, 2012 - May 04, 2012
Application Ends On : March 05, 2012
Course

This course helps education professionals make better use of economics tools when making complex decisions to improve the quality, efficiency, equity and sustainability of education systems. This course is organized into five modules that enhance the knowledge and skills of participants to help them better apply basic economic concepts, such as education as an investment, costs, efficiency, equality and financing.

The modules in this course use multimedia to present key concepts and provide opportunities to apply and discuss these new concepts. By introducing a combination of videos, interactive simulations, research exercises and case studies, the course encourages active participation and stimulates critical thinking and reflection as participants apply the skills and concepts to both the course exercises and their daily work in the education sector.

Participants will be expected to contribute to the online discussion and complete all quizzes for each module. All participants who complete these requirements will receive a certificate of participation from the World Bank Institute.

Target Audience:
This course is intended mainly for people who are involved in education reform and who have the opportunity to influence or contribute to important policy decisions throughout the reform process.
  • Heads of programs and departments in education, finance and planning ministries at the national, federal and regional levels
  • Academic, research and professional development institutions in education
  • Program managers of NGOs involved in the development and implementation of national education policies
  • World Bank staff, international and bilateral agencies, and the broader education development community
     
Course Format:Facilitated
Course Theme:Growth and Competitiveness
Sub-Theme:Education
Language:English
Time Commitment:6-8 hours per week for 6 weeks
Amount:US $ 600
Contact Name:James Gresham
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