There is increasing awareness of the importance of good Public Financial Management (PFM) in facilitating democratic governance, macro-economic stability, effective use of resources and social development. The financial implications of the Covid pandemic and challenges such as climate change provide a difficult environment for managing public finances. Budget adjustments, resource re-direction, financing, fiscal balance and economic management are just some of the complex issues. This course will cover the techniques of effective PFM providing all involved in public finances with a good grasp of the key concepts and techniques needed to meet the challenges.