Reshaping our Economies

What will you learn? The overall goal of the course is to show how changes in upstream policy-making (including trade, fiscal, industrial and employment policies) have the potential to shift the whole of the economy towards a green and inclusive transformation.  Upon completion of the self-paced e-course, learners will be able to: Explain why upstream economic policies are key levers for achieving sustainable development.  Identify enabling conditions and specific policy entry points for advancing green, circular, and job-rich economies.  Outline tools and policies that can help unlock and redirect public and private finance.  Discuss the social impacts of a green economic transformation and approaches for mitigating negative effects on vulnerable groups.  Give examples from different countries of how the transition looks like in practice. Who should take this course? The course should be of interest to many different groups – including: Public sector officials involved in national economic, trade, fiscal, industrial and employment policy, as well as staff from line ministries and sub-national governments Professionals working for financial institutions, including private banks and insurance companies Representatives from employers and workers associations, civil society groups, universities and think tanks interested in an inclusive green economy transition  The course can also be a useful resource for ministries, development partners, private companies or other entities looking for trustworthy learning products for internal staff training.