Public Sector Debt Statistics

BY
International Monetary Fund via Edx

Public Sector Debt Statistics certification course offered by edX examines accounting rules & coverage for public sector debt, classification, valuation & more.

Lavel

Intermediate

Mode

Online

Duration

7 Weeks

Important Dates

04 Jul, 2025 - 15 Apr, 2026

Enrollment Date

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
Learning efforts 4-5 Hours Per Week

Course overview

Public Sector Debt Statistics by edX is an intermediate-level MOOC covering the fundamental principles used to compile comprehensive public sector debt statistics (PSDS) used by decision-makers and policy-makers. This course has been curated and presented by the IMF Statistics Department and spread over six weeks. Unlike many other courses offered by edX, this is not a self-paced course and will have a self-paced course schedule.

The course curriculum outlines the conceptual statistical framework for Public Sector Debt Statistics. The programme belongs to the Economics and Finance subject category and requires a degree in Statistics and Economics. You can enrol in the course for free through the audit option provided by edX and learn for free for a limited duration. 

Besides, the Public Sector Debt Statistics certification also includes a certificate for completing the course. However, to obtain this certificate, you must pay the fee to upgrade to the verified certificate track. This paid option will also provide you with some exclusive features like instructor support and graded assignments, plus feedback. 

The highlights

  • Seven-week duration
  • Intermediate study level
  • Self-paced course
  • aSet a course goal
  • IMF Statistics Department
  • Economics & Finance
  • Course in English

Program offerings

  • Intermediate study level
  • Instructor-led schedule
  • Edx support
  • Shareable certificate
  • Discussions and feedback
  • Audit track

Course and certificate fees

Public Sector Debt Statistics fee structure

Course Name

Amount

Public Sector Debt Statistics (Audit mode)

Nil 

Public Sector Debt Statistics (Certificate track)

$ 25

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

International Monetary Fund

certificate fees

$25

Eligibility criteria

To join the Public Sector Debt Statistics program, you must hold a valid degree in Economics or Statistics or have the equivalent professional experience. 

What you will learn

Knowledge of economics

On completing the certification, you will have learned:

  • Definition of concepts like net and gross debt
  • Explaining accounting principles and fundamental concepts that apply to a compilation of PSDS
  • Classification of PSDS positions according to the PSDS guide classification
  • Application of general principles to classify an entity in the public sector and its essential subsectors
  • Reporting the quarterly PSDS covering the central government to the IMF and the World Bank

The syllabus

Define gross and net debt and explain the basic concepts and accounting principles that apply to compilation of public sector debt statistics.

Classify public sector debt positions according to the Public Sector Debt Statistics Guide classifications.

Apply the general principles to classify an entity in the public sector and in relevant subsectors of the public sector, such as the general government and public corporations.

Report to the IMF and the World Bank quarterly public sector debt statistics covering, at a minimum, the central government.

Admission details

Step 1: The online course profile can be viewed on the official page.

Step 2: Check the session availability and other course information on the web page. 

Step 3: If you don’t have an existing edX online account, sign up to create one using your email address and credentials. You can also choose to log in using your social profiles on Apple/Microsoft/Google or Facebook. 

Step 4: Now log in to your account to enrol into the course and begin learning.


Filling the form

If you wish to register for this certification by edX, you must provide your full name, username, email address, password, and lastly, your country name. Another route is to sign in by using your existing Google/Facebook/Microsoft or Apple profiles.

How it helps

The Public Sector Debt Statistics course benefits anyone who has studied Economics and Statistics and wants to make a career in the Economics and Finance field. If you are working in this industry, completing this course will improve your qualification and help you get promoted to higher positions. The verified certificate will be accredited to you by the International Monetary Fund (IMFx) and can be attached to your list of accomplishments on LinkedIn and other platforms.

Instructors

Mr Tobias Murto Wickens
Senior Economist
International Moneta...

FAQs

Is this programme developed by IMFx?

Yes, the Public Sector Debt Statistics online programme has been presented by the IMF Statistics Department.

Is Public Sector Debt Statistics a self-paced course that will allow me to learn anytime?

EdX’s Public Sector Debt Statistics is self-paced program. 

Does this course require a high time commitment?

You must put in 4-5 hours in a week to finish this course in the estimated period of seven weeks.

What are the prerequisites for the Public Sector Debt Statistics program?

You must have a degree in either Economics or Statistics from a known institute. The alternative to this requirement is that you must have equivalent work experience in the field. 

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