Prices Statistics and Index Numbers Training Course

This course offered at IRES is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of price statistics and the construction and application of index numbers.

Participants will explore price statistics' theoretical foundations and practical applications, including consumer price indices (CPI), producer price indices (PPI), and other key indicators.

The course covers methodologies for collecting price data, calculating index numbers, and interpreting the implications of price changes on the economy and businesses.

Through hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, participants will learn to analyze price trends and make informed decisions based on price statistics.

Course Duration
5 Days

Who Should Attend

1. Economists
2. Financial analysts
3. Statisticians
4. Policymakers
5. Researchers
6. Data analysts
7. Professionals involved in economic analysis and pricing strategies

Personal Impact

1. Develop expertise in the collection and analysis of price statistics.
2. Gain practical skills in constructing and interpreting index numbers.
3. Enhance your ability to analyze price trends for better economic and business decision-making.

Organizational Impact

1. Improve the organization’s capability to assess pricing strategies and market conditions.
2. Utilize price statistics to inform policy development and economic forecasting.
3. Strengthen decision-making processes through accurate analysis of price trends and indices.

Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the principles and importance of price statistics and index numbers.
2. Collect and manage price data effectively.
3. Calculate various index numbers, including Laspeyres and Paasche indices.
4. Interpret and analyze price trends and their economic implications.
5. Apply statistical methods to assess the impact of price changes on consumers and businesses.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Price Statistics

1. Overview of price statistics and their significance in economics
2. Types of price data and their sources
3. Understanding the role of inflation and deflation
4. Practical Exercise: Collecting and managing price data

Module 2: Consumer Price Index (CPI)

1. Definition and importance of the Consumer Price Index
2. Methodologies for constructing the CPI
3. Understanding the basket of goods and services
4. Case Study: Analyzing CPI trends and their implications for consumers

Module 3: Producer Price Index (PPI)

1. Definition and significance of the Producer Price Index
2. Methodologies for calculating PPI
3. Differences between CPI and PPI
4. Practical Exercise: Calculating PPI and analyzing its trends

Module 4: Calculating Index Numbers

1. Introduction to index numbers: Laspeyres, Paasche, and Fisher indices
2. Practical methods for calculating index numbers
3. Interpreting index numbers and their economic significance
4. Case Study: Application of index numbers in economic analysis

Module 5: Applications of Price Statistics and Index Numbers

1. Using price statistics for economic forecasting and policy-making
2. Analyzing the impact of price changes on economic indicators
3. Practical Exercise: Real-world project analyzing price statistics and index numbers
4. Final Discussion: Implications of price trends for businesses and policymakers

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Course Administration Details

Methodologies

The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work.

Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. Therefore, the participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an IRES certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Locations

The training will be held at the IRES Training Centre.

The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch.

All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

In addition to our virtual training, we conduct training in Kenya (Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Naivasha) and in the following locations:

1. Dubai - United Arab Emirates
2. Cairo - Egypt
3. Johannesburg, Pretoria, and Cape Town - South Africa
4. Zanzibar, Dar-es-Salaam, and Arusha - Tanzania
5. Kigali - Rwanda
6. Accra - Ghana
7. Kampala - Uganda

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and airport transfer can be arranged upon request.

For reservations, kindly contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +254715 077 817

Tailor-Made Program

Upon request, this training can also be customized to suit the needs of you or your institution.

You can have it delivered at our IRES Training Centre or a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us.