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Introduction to CGE modelling Course

December 04, 2013

CE at UP is offering a 5-day introductory course on CGE modelling from 27 - 31 January 2014.

Computable general equilibrium (CGE) modelling has become an indispensable tool for policymakers and analysts to measure the economy-wide impact of proposed policy changes. This course will teach participants the principles of CGE modelling. In addition, participants will receive practical training on the University of Pretoria’s General Equilibrium Model (UPGEM) and GEMPACK solution software. There will be a strong focus on understanding and interpreting the results produced by a CGE model.

Course content

Day 1

  • General equilibrium concepts and applications
  • Characteristics of different types of CGE models and software packages
  • Overview of basic tasks in CGE-based analysis
  • Introduction to the GEMPACK solution software package
  • First look at the UPGEM model theory and data

Day 2

  • Understanding the main theoretical mechanisms in the UPGEM model
  • Interrogating the UPGEM database
  • Understanding CGE model closures

Day 3

  • Learning to use the UPGEM model and GEMPACK software to run basic CGE simulations
  • Finding, understanding and interpreting simulation results within GEMPACK

Day 4

  • Running CGE simulations on the UPGEM model
  • Further training on interpretation of simulation results
  • How to present CGE simulation results
  • Start working on group assignments

Day 5

  • Continue working on group assignments
  • Group presentations

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course learners will be able to:

  • Have an understanding of the general functioning and capabilities of CGE models;
  • Better understanding of the structure of the South African economy;
  • Ability to run CGE simulations using the GEMPACK software package;
  • Ability to properly interpret CGE simulation results

Who should enrol?

The course will benefit economists interested in the economy-wide impacts of proposed policy changes, in particular: Government and Treasury economists and policy analysts (national and provincial); Independent consultants and professional consulting agencies; Academics. (Also for similar officials in other African countries)

Course fee: R 14 700 per person
Course times: Registration 27 January 07:30 - 08:30; contact days Monday 08:30 - 16:00; Tuesday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00
Delivery mode of course: Class contact sessions
Class attendance: 5 days
Assesment type: Assignment / Tests

Enroll here

Course Leader Details:

Dr Heinrich Bohlmann
Tel: +27 12 420 6394
Email: heinrich.bohlmann@up.ac.za

Registration and enquiries:

Course Co-ordinator
Mariëtte de Villiers
Tel: +27 (0) 12 434 2579
Fax: +27 (0) 86 630 8451
Email: mariette.devilliers@ce.up.ac.za

Client Information Centre
Tel: +27 (012) 434 2500
Fax: +27 (012) 434 2505
Enquiries: info@ce.up.ac.za
Enrolments: enrolments@ce.up.ac.za


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