Measuring Accountability with Global Indices

Why It Matters

Understanding these tools allows stakeholders to interpret PFM performance, benchmark against global norms, and pinpoint targeted areas for reform in governance, public participation, and accountability mechanisms.

Course Formats

  • International Version: Focuses on PEFA (Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability), DeMPA (Debt Management Performance Assessment), PDMAT (Public Debt Management Assessment Tool), and the Open Budget Survey. Participants learn to assess civil society participation, evaluate budget transparency, and measure system-wide PFM resilience. Workshops include hands-on exercises in data collection, indicator analysis, and comparative benchmarking against global best practices.
  • Canadian Version: Tailored for federal and provincial audiences in Canada, emphasizing the Open Budget Survey and oversight roles such as the Auditor General. It integrates case studies, cross-country comparisons, and practical applications for Canadian governance, enabling participants to identify gaps and implement actionable improvements in transparency and accountability.
 


Target Audience

Ideal for government actors, parliamentarians, civil society organizations, and audit institutions seeking to interpret PFM data, benchmark practices, and activate data-informed governance reforms. Offered as hands-on, data-focused workshops that equip participants to utilize global accountability tools effectively—bridging the gap between technical metrics and actionable institutional change.