Public Financial Management & Budgeting

Debt Management Performance Assessment (DeMPA) Training Course

Introduction

Debt Management Performance Assessment (DeMPA) Training Course is a comprehensive program designed to strengthen the capacity of governments, financial institutions, and policymakers in assessing and managing sovereign debt. With a strong focus on public financial management, fiscal sustainability, debt transparency, and risk management, this training equips participants with cutting-edge knowledge, best practices, and practical tools to evaluate debt management institutions effectively. Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and analytical frameworks, participants will develop a deep understanding of debt governance, strategy formulation, and performance monitoring.

In today’s dynamic global financial environment, sovereign debt management plays a pivotal role in ensuring macroeconomic stability and achieving sustainable growth. The DeMPA framework provides a robust methodology for assessing institutional strengths and weaknesses across core areas such as debt reporting, borrowing practices, cash flow forecasting, audit, and debt sustainability analysis. This course not only enhances participants’ technical expertise but also enables them to design and implement effective reforms for improved debt performance, fiscal discipline, and financial resilience.

Programme Curriculum

Debt Management Performance Assessment (DeMPA) Training Course

Introduction

Course Objectives

Apply the DeMPA methodology to assess public debt management practices.
Strengthen sovereign debt sustainability frameworks with global standards.
Evaluate legal, institutional, and governance structures for debt management.
Enhance debt data recording, reporting, and monitoring systems.
Integrate medium-term debt management strategies (MTDS) into fiscal policy.
Conduct effective risk assessment and contingent liability analysis.
Improve cash flow forecasting and liquidity management practices.
Strengthen domestic and external borrowing strategies.
Apply international best practices in public debt auditing and evaluation.
Support transparency and accountability in debt management frameworks.
Build capacity for crisis management and debt restructuring.
Promote institutional reforms for debt governance and policy effectiveness.
Develop action plans for performance improvement based on DeMPA assessments.

Target Audience

Ministry of Finance officials
Central Bank staff
Debt Management Office professionals
Public Financial Management (PFM) practitioners
Policy analysts and researchers
Development partners and donor agencies
Auditors and compliance officers
Academics and postgraduate students in finance and economics

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to DeMPA Framework

Understanding the DeMPA methodology
Key pillars of debt management performance assessment
Institutional and legal framework basics
Importance of debt sustainability in governance
Global relevance of DeMPA assessments
Case Study: Application of DeMPA in Sub-Saharan Africa

Module 2: Legal and Institutional Frameworks

Debt management governance structures
Legal underpinnings of debt management policies
Coordination with fiscal and monetary policy
Institutional capacity and responsibilities
Reform pathways for institutional strengthening
Case Study: Legal frameworks in Latin American debt management

Module 3: Debt Recording and Reporting

Debt databases and recording systems
Reporting standards and transparency
Technology use in debt data management
Challenges in reporting accuracy
International benchmarks in reporting
Case Study: Transition to digital debt reporting in Asia

Module 4: Debt Strategy Development

Designing a medium-term debt management strategy (MTDS)
Aligning debt strategy with fiscal policy
Scenario analysis for debt strategy
Evaluating cost and risk trade-offs
Implementation challenges and solutions
Case Study: MTDS adoption in Eastern Europe

Module 5: Cash Flow Forecasting and Risk Management

Principles of cash management
Forecasting government cash flows
Liquidity management practices
Risk analysis for debt sustainability
Integrating contingent liabilities
Case Study: Cash flow forecasting reforms in West Africa

Module 6: Borrowing Practices and Debt Instruments

Domestic vs external borrowing strategies
Government securities market development
Innovative debt instruments
Borrowing procedures and risk exposure
Best practices in borrowing operations
Case Study: Issuance of green bonds in emerging economies

Module 7: Debt Auditing, Monitoring, and Evaluation

Importance of debt audits
Monitoring debt performance indicators
Independent evaluation mechanisms
Transparency and accountability frameworks
Using audit results for reform actions
Case Study: Debt audit reforms in South Asia

Module 8: Reform Action Planning and Implementation

Developing reform action plans from DeMPA results
Prioritizing weaknesses and risks
Building political and institutional support
Capacity development for sustainable reforms
Monitoring and reporting reform progress
Case Study: Reform action plan implementation in the Caribbean

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures with expert facilitators
Group discussions and peer-to-peer learning
Hands-on exercises using DeMPA frameworks
Real-world case study analysis
Practical assignments and action planning

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000