EcoMod School of Modeling and Data Science - Rabat, Morocco
September 28 - October 2, 2026 | Rabat, Morocco
EcoMod courses are relevant for all the major current economic issues such as sustainability, energy, climate change, monetary and fiscal policy, taxation, labor markets, development, pension, health, social protection, gender, labor, agriculture, tourism, water, regional issues, etc. The participants learn how to develop and use models for scenario analysis, impact analysis, forecasting and projections.
EcoMod ONLINE
Date: January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Join a Global Community of Modeling Professionals
Our online programs cover the major economic policy challenges facing governments, central banks, international organizations, and research institutions. Key topics include sustainability, energy, climate change, monetary and fiscal policy, taxation, labor markets, development, pensions, health, social protection, gender, agriculture, tourism, water, and regional economic issues.
A Practical Guide to a PhD in Economics by Professor Abdoulaye Ndiaye
This article is for undergraduate, master's, and early-career professionals who regularly contact me for career advice about:
- What do economists do?
- Is a PhD worth it?
- How do you prepare and apply?
Most of these students are first-generation students seeking answers to the above questions, career advice, or mentorship.
GAIN 2026/27: Graduate Applications International Network Call for Applications
Application Deadline: February 11, 2026
Free Graduate School Preparation Program for African students
GAIN (Graduate Applications International Network) 2026/27 supports highly motivated African students in applying to top graduate programs worldwide. Free webinar series and mentoring program focused on economics, social sciences, and PhD preparation.
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