General Information
The Economics Research Centre of the University of Cyprus (CypERC) is an independent non-profit research institution aiming at high quality policy oriented research in economics with specific emphasis on subjects concerning the Cyprus economy. The CypERC is financed by contributions from Governmental and other organizations, as well as by Research Programmes won competitively.
CypERC has the required research infrastructure (suitably trained researchers, computer software and hardware, constantly updated databases etc.) to respond timely and effectively to research needs in a rapidly changing economy. The Centre also benefits from the expertise offered by established academics in Cyprus and abroad participating in the research effort as Research Associates and Fellows.
CypERC aims to encourage economists of high calibre to become involved in research on subjects of interest to the Cyprus economy. It also aims to serve as a channel for directing local and European research funds to economic research. Among the objectives of the CypERC is to study subjects of wider economic interest and publish articles in international academic journals.
The research activities at the CypERC are divided into five areas: (1) Public Sector, (2) Household Sector, (3) Corporate Sector, (4) Macroeconomic Analysis and Forecasting Sector (5) Other Research Projects.
CypERC is managed by the Council and the Academic Council:
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Council is composed by representatives of the University, the Government and the private organizations that contribute financially to CypERC. The Council suggests topics for research.
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The Academic Council is composed by the project co-ordinators. The Academic Council oversees the organisation and execution of research.