How do governments acquire and spend public money? Take a fresh look at public financial management with this free online course.
Master key concepts and practical skills through structured learning modules. By completing this curriculum, you'll gain valuable expertise applicable to real-world scenarios.
How does the Covid-19 pandemic affect the public finances of governments? What went wrong in Greece’s handling of its public debt? How did a city government like Detroit go from prosperity to bankruptcy? And how could the looting, theft and corruption in Malawi’s “cashgate” have been avoided?
We are all concerned about where “our” money goes. We all want good roads and schools, thriving industry, and personal and national security, but how can we be sure that public monies are being managed properly, and how can we hold those in charge to account?
Understand and evaluate the management of public finances
This free online course will provide you with the knowledge and tools to understand and evaluate the management of financial resources across the public sector, wherever you are.
Drawing on the expertise of the Centre for Financial and Management Studies at SOAS, University of London, we’ll look at:
This comprehensive Understanding Public Financial Management: How Is Your Money Spent? curriculum is designed to take you from foundational concepts to advanced implementation. Each module builds upon the previous, ensuring a structured learning path that maximizes knowledge retention and practical application.
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What you need before starting this Understanding Public Financial Management: How Is Your Money Spent? course:
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Course Instructor
Common sources of public revenues, including inter-governmental transfers, and alternative sources used by governments across the world
Expert instructor with industry experience
Subject Category
Business & Management, Politics & Society, Finance & Accounting
Part of our Business & Management, Politics & Society, Finance & Accounting curriculum
Course Language
English
All materials in English
This online course offers comprehensive training with expert instruction, practical exercises, and a certificate of completion. Join thousands of students advancing their careers through quality online education.
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