JVI Alumni Quotes

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

Edlira Drishti This online seminar gave a “roadmap” to identify resolution options for NPLs. I learned a lot about debt resolution systems and their implementation which will help me a lot during bank examinations. Another interesting topic was how to design effective Asset Management Companies. The seminar also gave me a great opportunity to exchange and share experiences with other colleagues on how to manage and mitigate the economic effects of COVID -19.  Ms. Edlira Drishti – Bank of Albania,  Course on Non-performing Loans (Management and Resolution) Online course 13-17 July 2020

The Inclusive Growth virtual course deepened my understanding of inclusive growth, expanding my knowledge in using the appropriate analytical tools to examine measures and policies that might have an impact on issues that are central, especially in times of high uncertainty, as inequality and job prospects. Through discussions of country experiences, the course offered responses related to the difficulties in implementing policies that target inclusive growth, as well as the strategies to be followed.  Ms. Iris Metani,  Economist, Monetary Policy Department, Bank of Albania,  Virtual Course on Inclusive Growth, August 31 – September 04, 2020.