Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Public Debt Management and Fiscal Sustainability Training Course

Course Introduction

The Public Debt Management and Fiscal Sustainability Training Course is designed to strengthen the capacity of public sector professionals, treasury officials, economists, and financial managers in managing public debt, maintaining fiscal sustainability, and improving government financial resilience. The course provides practical knowledge and analytical tools for effective debt portfolio management, fiscal policy analysis, debt sustainability assessment, and public financial governance. Participants will gain expertise in domestic and external borrowing strategies, fiscal risk management, debt restructuring, and sustainable financing for national development.

This comprehensive training focuses on modern public debt management practices, including sovereign debt analysis, medium-term debt strategies, fiscal forecasting, debt servicing, macroeconomic policy coordination, and public expenditure control. The course also explores the integration of debt management with national budgeting systems, economic growth planning, and fiscal stabilization policies to strengthen public financial management and improve economic resilience.

The training further examines emerging trends in debt financing, climate-related fiscal risks, digital debt management systems, sustainable development financing, and international debt governance frameworks. Through practical exercises and real-world case studies, participants will strengthen their competencies in debt analysis, fiscal sustainability planning, financial risk mitigation, and evidence-based policy decision-making for effective public financial governance.

Course Objectives

1. To strengthen understanding of public debt management principles and fiscal sustainability frameworks
2. To enhance skills in sovereign debt analysis and debt portfolio management
3. To improve competencies in fiscal policy analysis and macroeconomic planning
4. To develop expertise in debt sustainability analysis and fiscal risk assessment
5. To strengthen knowledge of domestic and external borrowing strategies
6. To improve debt servicing, refinancing, and restructuring management skills
7. To enhance capacity in fiscal forecasting and medium-term debt strategy development
8. To strengthen understanding of public expenditure management and fiscal discipline
9. To equip participants with practical skills in digital debt management systems and financial analytics
10. To promote transparency, accountability, and sustainable public financial governance

Organization Benefits

1. Improved public debt management and fiscal planning efficiency
2. Enhanced fiscal sustainability and macroeconomic stability
3. Strengthened debt risk management and financial resilience systems
4. Improved public expenditure control and fiscal discipline
5. Better decision-making through evidence-based debt analysis and forecasting
6. Enhanced institutional capacity in sovereign borrowing and debt restructuring
7. Improved compliance with international debt governance standards
8. Strengthened transparency and accountability in debt management processes
9. Enhanced public investment planning and sustainable financing strategies
10. Increased organizational readiness for future fiscal and economic challenges

Target Participants

• Treasury and public debt management officers
• Economists and fiscal policy analysts
• Government accountants and finance officers
• Central bank officials and monetary policy specialists
• Budget officers and public expenditure managers
• Public investment and infrastructure financing professionals
• Internal auditors and compliance officers
• Development partners and donor-funded project staff
• Financial analysts and risk management professionals
• Public sector reform and governance specialists
• Ministry of finance officials and policymakers
• Monitoring and evaluation professionals

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Public Debt Management and Fiscal Sustainability

1. Principles and concepts of public debt management
2. Fiscal sustainability frameworks and public financial governance
3. Types of public debt and sovereign borrowing instruments
4. Public finance laws, debt regulations, and governance systems
5. Macroeconomic fundamentals and fiscal policy coordination
6. Case study on public debt governance and fiscal sustainability reforms

Module 2: Sovereign Debt Analysis and Debt Portfolio Management

1. Sovereign debt analysis and debt composition assessment
2. Domestic and external debt portfolio management strategies
3. Debt maturity structures and refinancing risk analysis
4. Debt servicing and repayment planning techniques
5. Cost-risk analysis in debt portfolio optimization
6. Case study on debt portfolio restructuring and optimization strategies

Module 3: Fiscal Policy Analysis and Macroeconomic Planning

1. Fiscal policy frameworks and macroeconomic stabilization strategies
2. Government revenue forecasting and expenditure planning
3. Fiscal deficits, budget balance, and debt accumulation dynamics
4. Economic growth projections and fiscal sustainability analysis
5. Monetary and fiscal policy coordination mechanisms
6. Case study on fiscal policy reforms and economic stabilization programs

Module 4: Debt Sustainability Analysis and Fiscal Risk Management

1. Debt sustainability analysis methodologies and frameworks
2. Fiscal risk identification and vulnerability assessment
3. Contingent liabilities and public sector financial obligations
4. Stress testing and scenario analysis for debt sustainability
5. Disaster risk financing and climate-related fiscal risks
6. Case study on fiscal risk management and debt sustainability planning

Module 5: Borrowing Strategies, Debt Restructuring, and Financial Markets

1. Government borrowing strategies and financing instruments
2. Domestic bond markets and international capital market access
3. Debt restructuring and sovereign debt renegotiation processes
4. Public-private partnerships and infrastructure financing mechanisms
5. Credit ratings and investor confidence management
6. Case study on sovereign borrowing and debt restructuring negotiations

Module 6: Digital Transformation and Emerging Trends in Debt Management

1. Digital debt management systems and financial information platforms
2. Data analytics and business intelligence in debt management
3. Transparency and accountability in public debt reporting
4. Sustainable finance, green bonds, and climate financing mechanisms
5. Emerging trends in global debt governance and fiscal resilience
6. Case study on digital innovation and modernization of public debt management systems

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.
2. Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.
3. Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.
4. Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).
5. Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.
6. Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.
7. Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.
8. Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.
9. Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.
10. Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.
11. Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.
12. Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.
13. Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.
14. Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.