JVI Alumni Quotes

This is a very interesting subject that was covered in a well-structured course, giving significant background information to understand these types of crises (from past and current events) and providing the lessons to be learned. Professors and experts combined the knowledge and teaching skills that really made the difference. I also got a lot of value from the interactions with the other participants. The wide range of topics covered in this course was really helpful to see the big picture, from different perspectives, based on experience, sharing with and learning from other countries. This course not only provides basic theories of economics of crises, but it also gave me many practical examples that I can apply in my future lectures at the University of Tirana and also in my research work. Thanking the administration for the excellent organization of this virtual training, I highly recommend this course to future participants.  Ms. Soana JAUPLLARI, University of Tirana, Albania  Austrian Authorities Virtual Crisis Course: Past and Current Crises and Future Challenges November 9-20, 2020

The JVI Virtual Course on Monetary and Financial Statistics Collected and Compiled by the ESCB, provided a very good overview of most activities going on at the statistical business unit of a central bank. Presentations were very informative and absolutely up-to-date. Every topic touched briefly on the relevant legal set-up, but mostly addressed the practical applications and solutions, and best practices deployed at the Austrian National Bank. Bistra Stoykova  Bulgarian National Bank  Virtual Course on Monetary and Financial Statistics Collected and Compiled by the ESCB November 23 – December 1, 2020 

JVI virtual training on "Public Financial Management and Administrative Reforms" was very interesting and helpful. It provided me an opportunity to get acquainted with the PFAR measures in Austria. I really enjoyed all the topics and obtained a lot of practical knowledge. I appreciate all the effort put into the programme and would like to express my sincere gratitude to all organizers of JVI course and the lecturers for the great experience.  Tatevik Manushakyan, Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Armenia The virtual online PFAR course, November 23-27, 2020

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