PUBLIC POLICY TRAINING
Summer School in Public Economics
ICePP’s Summer School in Public Economics is specifically designed for mid-career professors who seek to advance their research capabilities, build international networks, and enhance their contributions in public economics. Developed with support from the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, this program brings together leading scholars and experienced practitioners to provide progressive insights and hands-on feedback.
Program highlights include:
- Expert-Led Research Sessions: Renowned faculty and seasoned researchers present sessions on specialized topics, and participants gain exposure to the latest research trends and innovative methodologies.
Collaborative Research Opportunities: By fostering close interactions between participants and guest speakers, the program encourages new and ongoing research collaborations that can lead to joint publications and project development. - Hands-on Research Feedback: Participants can present their research to faculty and peers in a supportive environment, receiving invaluable feedback to refine their work for academic publication and find new avenues for exploration.
- Overcoming Mid-career Challenges: Mid-career faculty often face increased demands in teaching and administration, impacting research productivity. This program offers a dedicated time and space to reinvigorate research efforts with fresh perspectives and practical insights.
Policy Training Courses
ICePP offers tailored educational experiences for public policy professionals worldwide. In some instances, our experts travel abroad to deliver lectures, engage with stakeholders, and build capacity through proven skill-building exercises. In other situations, public servants come to Atlanta, where they can benefit from the city’s dynamic environment and convenient access to state and local government officials. This provides a unique opportunity for participants to connect with U.S. public servants and gain insights into the structure and operations of U.S. subnational governments.
Recent trainings include a program on intergovernmental relations for Nepali civil servants designed to enhance participants’ public financial management (PFM) skills, with a particular focus on aspects related to fiscal federalism and decentralization, specifically in Nepal. Key areas covered included intergovernmental transfers, fiscal oversight and performance assessment as well as fiscal management at the local level, with a blend of presentations by seasoned academic and practitioner experts, lively group discussions, relevant case studies, and key site visits.
Customized Masters in Economics Programs
ICePP collaborates closely with the Department of Economics at Georgia State University, as well as with transitional governments and international donor agencies, to develop and deliver customized Master’s programs in Economics. These programs are specifically designed to address the unique challenges faced by governments in developing and transitional economies.
The overarching goal is to promote sustainable economic development and improve governance by strengthening the institutional capacity of key government offices. By equipping civil servants with the skills and knowledge to conduct rigorous, objective economic and fiscal analysis, the programs support informed decision-making and policy reforms. In turn, this helps drive improvements in economic management, fiscal policy, and governance, fostering long-term growth and stability in the countries served. The programs also aim to create a network of highly skilled professionals who can contribute to the continued development and modernization of public sector institutions, ensuring that economic and fiscal policies are both effective and aligned with global best practices.