Economic Regulations School
The CGA Economics Regulations School (formerly the Regulatory Course) allows delegates to develop a more complete and practical understanding of the Canadian natural gas regulatory framework and, in particular, the ratemaking process. Concepts outlined in an adult learning format will be reinforced through pre-course reading material and exercises. Interactive participation will be encouraged by using an open format and a hearing simulation involving all students.
Delegates registered for the Economic Regulations School are asked to review the pre-course materials for the event in advance. The materials include the following.
- Basic Accounting Concepts
- Rate Regulatory Framework
- Regulator Independence
Basic Accounting Concepts
This document provides an introductory review of the field of accounting for those without an accounting background. It is important that you become financially literate because the rate regulatory process uses financial data extensively.
Rate Regulatory Framework
This document provides an overview of the body of knowledge of rate regulation. It does assume a prior understanding of accounting and economics. It fully exposes you to all the phases, steps and activities of rate regulation (except the legal or procedural ones).
Also found as part of your general background documents are:
- Natural Gas 101
- The Regulatory Process (Canadian Gas Association)
Delegates are not required to bring these pre-course materials to the event, however a calculator is needed for some simple mathematical concepts during the course.
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