Tatiana Scoarta, National Bank of Moldova
Vesna Plaznik, Statistical Office of Slovenia
Ms. Tatiana Scoarta, National Bank of Moldova:
Learning and networking in face-to-face training is very useful because it encourages participants to exchange experiences, which can give valuable insights into what can eventually be implemented. For instance, the combination of lectures and workshops during the course was essential because it facilitated international comparability. Participants understood better that different users have different needs; they became more aware of details related to data and methods, and they provided or received recommendations on how to facilitate the setting-up of RPPIs in countries where they are missing, and how to improve existing indices where that becomes necessary.
Ms. Vesna Plaznik, Statistical Office of Slovenia:
The course has also helped me to evaluate the appropriate methods for analysing and evaluating existing data, which will benefit me in my research. I find face-to-face training very instructive and useful as we get to know the practical problems that can arise in our work and exchange experiences with colleagues from other countries. Basically, sharing practices and looking from different perspectives often leads to good ideas.
In addition, I also very much liked visiting Vienna; it is a very nice city and the free time that remains after the lectures can be used for sightseeing. I recommend seeing the old city centre with the St. Stephen's Cathedral and City Hall, and, of course, the Gardens of Schönbrunn.
