This course is aimed at experienced banking supervisors. Participants should be familiar with the supervisory policies and practices applied in their home country. A good understanding of the current Basel framework is essential for productive participation. Moreover, participants should be prepared to actively contribute to discussions, e.g. via presentations.

The course is aimed at economists and statisticians from central banks who are interested in studying advanced topics in seasonal adjustment and in the efficient application of JDemetra+. Prior knowledge and/or experience of time series analysis in general and seasonal adjustment in particular are highly recommended.

Staff from HR units of central banks. Participants should have sound knowledge of the systems and procedures used in their respective institution to manage HR issues and are expected to take an active part in discussions, drawing on their own experiences.