JVI Alumni Quotes

Attending the virtual course on Macroeconomic Management in Resource Rich Countries was a unique opportunity to expand my knowledge of macro-fiscal policy and its role in macroeconomic stabilization, better understanding of how the economy responds to commodity price shocks. In addition, the lectures and hands-on workshops were great, because they covered both theoretical and practical aspects of macroeconomic policy issues. I am very grateful to all JVI team for organization of this virtual course!   Elmir Eyvaz-Zada, Advisor, Ministry of Finance of Azerbaijan, virtual course on Macroeconomic Management in Resource Rich Countries, November 30 - December 11, 2020

This very well-structured virtual course helped me tidy up and improve my knowledge of key concepts and tools used in the identification and assessment of financial sector vulnerabilities. I am always looking for a new challenge. This course had everything I expected – important macro-financial linkages, renowned IMF Financial Soundness Indicators, noted financial sector risks, and distinguished stress testing. The convenient and effective combination of lectures and hands-on workshops allowed me to better understand essential risk assessment techniques. What gratified me the most was the enthusiasm of lecturers and participants to interact productively, which undoubtedly brought great credit to both. I appreciated the excellent organization of this virtual training!  Lilia Kadyrberdieva Economist, IMF Resident Representative Office in the Kyrgyz Republic  Financial Sector Surveillance – Virtual Training, October 26-30, 2020 

As someone who is at the beginning of the professional path, Financial Sector Surveillance course has helped me a lot in a better overall understanding of the financial sector. Theoretical concepts were perfectly demonstrated through exercises and real-life examples. In my opinion, the advantage of this and other JVI courses is that they are conducted by true experts in that field. Another aspect worth mentioning is the interchange of best practices among participants who are coming from all around the world. I look forward using the knowledge I acquired on this course, as well as participating in other courses. Many thanks to the administration and everyone who helped make this course happen! Looking foward to another interesting courses! Aleksandra Bogdan Analyst, Systemic Risk Department Financial Services Supervisory Agency, Croatia Financial Sector Surveillance – Virtual Training, October 26-30, 2020

Attending the virtual course on Selected Issues in Financial Sector Surveillance was a great opportunity to improve my knowledge regarding the assessment of the main risks that the financial institutions face, including the macrofinancial linkages. I highly recommend the course, as it optimally combines both practical and theoretical aspects, while the lecturers ask stimulating questions and encourage an active participation. Looking forward to attend new courses organized by the JVI.     Anaida Iosif, National Bank of Romania Financial Sector Surveillance – Virtual Training, October 26-30, 2020

This course draws upon many different active learning activities, including quizzes, polls, discussion forum, and others. Online lectures and workshops covered theoretical and practical issues on compilation of the sectoral accumulation accounts and the balance sheets, examined potential data sources for their compilation. I am definitely going to apply the knowledge acquired in the course to cope with the job tasks. Ms. Hanna Yatsenko, Economist, National Bank of Ukraine, Virtual Course on Balance Sheets and Accumulation Accounts - September 28 - Ocvober 9, 2020

Structural reforms course taught us how to identify reform gaps, find most vulnerable sectors and argument our reform decisions. Without any doubt, I can say that this knowledge will helo me in solving economic issues in Ukraine. I would like to thank all JVI team profoundly for organization of this online course.  Mr. Oleg Pavlovskyi, National Bank of Ukraine, Virtual Course on Structural Reforms, August 24  - September 4, 2020  

The JVI virtual training on Structural Reforms exceeded all my expectations. The hands-on sessions were also extremely helpful, in terms of both scope and style of presentation. I am very glad that I used this unique opportunity to replenish my knowledge in step with the spirit of the times. Thank you for your huge contribution to the accumulation of knowledge.”  Greta Adamyan, Ministry of Finance of Armenia, Virtual Course on Structural Reforms, August 24 – September 04, 2020