In today’s highly-competitive business climate, it is vital that economists and analysts possess a firm grasp of the economic data that factor into business decisions, drive economic modeling, and influence policy debates. Understanding how the data are constructed is a prerequisite for accurate interpretation and analysis.
Now in its 16th year, the Economic Measurement Seminar (EMS) presented by The NABE Foundation is a convenient, cost-effective program designed to strengthen your knowledge of economic statistics and analytical techniques, enhancing your ability to add value in your workplace.
The EMS pairs expert data producers with prominent data users to provide you with insights into how statistics are compiled and how data are used to track the macroeconomy. EMS attendees earn the Certificate in Economic Measurement and enjoy numerous opportunities to network with presenters and colleagues.
EMS attendees will gain:
- a comprehensive knowledge of the most important measures of U.S. economic activity, including employment, inflation, GDP, corporate profits, and real estate trends
- insight into how economic statistics are collected and compiled by federal agencies and private sector data providers
- an understanding of how to use available data to make informed business decisions
- strengths and limitations of various data series
- the critical knowledge needed to prepare for NABE’s CBE Exam
- an expanded network!
Past EMS attendees and presenters have come from a variety of fields, spanning private sector, policy, and academic disciplines. Financial analysts, economists, statisticians, strategists, and others are represented, creating a unique forum for learning and networking.
Early career professionals and first-time attendees typically focus on Track A sessions. Seasoned professionals and repeat attendees look to Track B sessions for a deeper dive on specialized topics. Or….mix and match sessions from both tracks to customize your learning experience!
Need help making the case to your employer as to why you should attend? Check out the Resources page for an Attendance Justification Toolkit.
Topics Include:
Corporate Profits
Economic Statistics from the US Government and Industry Sources
Employment Indicators
Federal Reserve District Research and Surveys
Financial Accounts (Flow of Funds)
GDP and the National Accounts
Housing and Construction
International Transactions
Measuring Employment
Measuring Inflation
Productivity
Seasonal Adjustment
Understanding Monetary Policy
Wages, Earnings, and Compensation
Preparing for to sit for the CBE Exam and become a Ceritified Business Economist? Be sure to attend these sessions covering CBE content:
Financial Accounts: Understanding the Role and Value
GDP and the National Accounts: The Building Blocks of the Economy
International Transactions: A Balancing Act
Measuring Employment: Using and Interpreting Employment Statistics
Measuring Inflation: What It Measures and How It Is Measured
Productivity: The Key to Understanding Economic Growth
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The Economic Measurement Seminar is a component of the Certified Business Economist® (CBE) program, the certification in applied economics and data analytics, and qualifies for 13 credit hours of continuing education for CBEs. EMS sessions that are part of the CBE core curriculum have been highlighted.