Young Economists' Network CGE Modelling Workshop

***PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE HAS CHANGED TO Lecture Theatre 402.220, Building 402, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley***

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The WA Young Economists' Network (WA YEN) invite you to attend a workshop focusing on CGE Modelling delivered by Curtin University PhD Candidate Zac Muscat.

DATE: Wednesday 6 May 2026
TIME: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
***PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE HAS CHANGED TO Lecture Theatre 402.220, Building 402, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley***
COST: This Workshop is FREE but you must register to attend

Registrations are MANDATORY and will close at 12noon on Tuesday 5 May

Topics covered in the workshop include:

• Motivations for using mathematical models (such as CGE)
• A broad overview of the models used by WA Treasury which also help lead into policy costings
• Introduction into CGE modelling
• A few practical hands-on CGE modelling exercises
• A brief overview of the differences between using CGE models and empirical methods such as VAR models

Prior to the workshop, all attendees will be emailed content that will assist with some of the CGE modelling exercises and activities undertaken throughout the session.

By becoming an Economic Society of Australia (WA Branch) Student Member for only $25, you will get advanced notice and discounted (or free) entry to most WA YEN and ESA events.

Find out more about the benefits of becoming an Economic Society of Australia (WA Branch) Member here