The Bank of Jamaica (BoJ) now utilizes a suite of econometric models, including the Quarterly Projection Model (QPM), to anchor inflation expectations; analysts must master these techniques to interpret and align with central bank signals.
Econometrics Techniques Online Course
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Upcoming Virtual Training Schedules
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| Code | Start Date | End Date | Duration | Fee | |
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| ECT-01 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 1,050 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| ECT-01 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 1,050 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| ECT-01 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 1,050 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| ECT-01 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 1,050 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| ECT-01 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 1,050 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
| ECT-01 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 1,050 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → |
Here's What You'll Learn
Each module tackles real challenges you face in your role
Econometrics Foundations and Model Logic
Data Preparation and Diagnostics
Ordinary Least Squares Estimation
Regression Assumption Testing
Panel Data Methods
Time-Series Econometrics and Forecasting
Applied Reporting and Decision Support
Market-specific guidance for Jamaica
A country-aware view of the pressures, proof points, and practical tools that shape how this course applies locally.
Tools and platforms relevant to this field
4Field-relevant examples that may be featured in training where they support the confirmed scope. Exact coverage depends on participant needs and delivery format.
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EViews S&P Global (formerly IHS Markit)The primary tool used by the Bank of Jamaica and Ministry of Finance for time-series estimation and macroeconomic forecasting.
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Stata StataCorpWidely used by the PIOJ and STATIN for analyzing the Jamaica Survey of Living Conditions (JSLC) and labor force data.
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J-SRAT University of Oxford / Government of JamaicaA specialized systemic risk assessment tool used locally to model the economic impact of climate-related infrastructure failures.
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JamStats Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ)A localized adaptation of DevInfo used to manage and visualize social and economic indicators for econometric research.
Real-World Case Studies from Jamaica
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Vision 2030 Jamaica Monitoring & Evaluation 2025Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ)
The PIOJ utilizes econometric forecasting and the Threshold 21 (T21) model to track progress across 15 national outcomes and 84 strategies within the National Development Plan.
Enabled evidence-based adjustments to the Medium Term Socio-Economic Policy Framework (MTF) and provided systematic data for the 'Love Jamaica Fest' evaluation.
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Where this course runs
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