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LABORATORIES

Α. COMPUTER LABORATORY

(Website: http://infolab.econ.uoa.gr )

Head of Labs: Professor, Vassilios Katsikis

This laboratory provides the IT education and training of the students of the Department.

The Computer Laboratory operates under the responsibility of the Department of Mathematics and Informatics and is located on the 3rd floor of the renovated MTE (Marseille and Sina wing) as follows: two computer rooms, three classrooms and a conference room. There is an additional computer laboratory on the 6th floor of 14 Euripides Street.

The Laboratory provides computer science education to the students of the Department and assists the educational work of the faculty members of the Department in courses using computers. It also provides training seminars in computer operation, computer applications, programming in Visual Basic and web applications (seminar in e-government and workshop in website development). Since its establishment (1990), the Laboratory has trained more than 30,000 students (until the year 2000 it also trained students of the Faculty of Law and Economics, and until the year 2004 students of the Department of Political Science and Public Administration).

The electronic equipment of the Laboratory consists of 76 modern PCs running Windows 10 on a local network and Internet access through the University's network. Software such as Microsoft Office, Matlab, the mathematical program Mathematica, software to support courses in statistics and mathematics, various programming languages such as Python, R, etc.

The seminars are announced on the Workshop website usually in September and December, but it is generally recommended that you contact the coordinators.

Β. LABORATORY FOR EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH IN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL THEORIES

Director: Professor Yanis Varoufakis

It is the first laboratory in Greece where experimental studies are carried out, under strict laboratory conditions, in economic and social theory. The experimental approach to basic issues of economics is based on the observation of the behaviour of individuals under laboratory conditions in order to empirically study, verify or reject specific economic and social theories. Individuals (a) are selected according to specific criteria, (b) communicate with each other by computer within a framework of rules defined by the researchers, (c) are rewarded according to rules which aim to provide individuals with appropriate incentives to behave in a way that demonstrates the correctness or otherwise of the theories under consideration.

Similar experience abroad: Since the 1980s, experimental economics has emerged as a major research discipline which, combined with the growing importance of game theory, has become a strong attraction within economic theory. There is no renowned department of economics that does not have a laboratory for experimental studies. The results of their studies are published in reputed international journals and are discussed in seminars, symposia and conferences worldwide. Members of the Laboratory of Experimental Studies in Economic and Social Theories of the University of Athens have been at the forefront in establishing two such laboratories abroad.

Γ. ACCOUNTING TRAINING AND APPLICATIONS LABORATORY

Director: Rev. Professor Dimitrios Balios

The Accounting Education and Applications Laboratory (ECPEFARLO) operates within the framework of the Department of Economics of the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and is housed on the 5th floor of the NKUA offices, at 1 Sofokleous Street and Aristideou Street.

Purpose of the EKPEPHARLO laboratory is the provision of general and specialized accounting knowledge to students and professionals of the financial sector, implementation of specialized accounting studies for businesses, application of electronic accounting tools, creation of accounting databases, etc.

Some of the activities that EKPEFARLO has implemented in recent years are:

  • The support of the tutorials of the undergraduate accounting courses at the University of Athens, as well as the organization and support of the computerized accounting workshops of the Department of Economics of the University of Athens, which will start in the academic year 2013 - 2014.
  • The support of the Open University of Cyprus (OUC) Postgraduate Programme "MBA", period 2007-2011.
  • The support of the Postgraduate Programme of Studies "Banking and Finance" of the Open University of Cyprus (OUC), period 2007-2011.
  • The cooperation with the Athens University of Economics and Business in various corporate specialized seminars. Indicatively mentioned are those of AB Vassilopoulos, APVITA etc.
  • The implementation of the EPEACE research project entitled "The reaction of shareholders to their company's investment in telemedicine programmes" (PYTHAGORAS II), period 2004-2007.
  • The academic responsibility and implementation of the four long-term, distance vocational training programmes at the Vocational Training Centre of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, period 2006-2012.

 Staff supporting the activities of the Education and Training Laboratory
Accounting Applications (EKPEFARLO):

- Nikitas Niarchos, Professor Emeritus of Accounting at the University of Athens,
- Nikolaos Iriotis, Professor of Accounting at the University of Athens,
- Dimitrios Vassiliou, Professor of Banking Management at the University of Athens,
- Dimitrios Balios, Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Athens,
- Anna Donatou, Associate Lecturer of Accounting at the University of Athens,
- Ioannis Dokas, Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Athens,
- Evangelos Putos, Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Athens,
- Kanellos Tountas, Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Athens

Nikolaos Iriotis Professor of Accounting at the University of Athens, Greece Head of Laboratory EKPEFARLO

D. CENTRE FOR FINANCIAL STUDIES AND TRAINING

Site:https://cfs.econ.uoa.gr/

Director: Professor D. Kainourgios

The Centre for Financial Studies and Education (KEMEX) has been operating since 1990 at the Department of Economics and Business Administration of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA).The aim of the Centre is to study issues of business economics and finance and to promote training in these subjects. In particular, through the KEMEX, the aim is to:

  • The promotion of the study and applied research of financial and broader economic development issues and problems related to the Greek economy.
  • Participation in applied research efforts related to the development process.
  • The development of information - data banks on the international and Greek money and capital markets, which are necessary for the study of financial science and for the bibliography in economic sciences.
  • The development of training programmes for university graduates and business executives in financial analysis, management of financial institutions and other businesses, new methods and new products.
  • To provide training and specific applied knowledge to graduates, in order to facilitate their professional utilization in the growing and constantly diversifying Greek financial market and beyond.
  • The development of collaborations with other academic institutions, domestic or foreign, as well as organizations or business entities, in the context of the above objectives and goals.

The scope of the Centre's work is part of the contemporary economic reality, which is characterised by continuous changes and developments, with the main axes being the liberalisation and internationalisation of markets, globalisation and the application of new technologies and modern processes brought about by the 4th industrial revolution both at company and market level.

Indicatively, KEMEX has prepared studies for the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Development, the Athens Stock Exchange, the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund, the Energy Regulatory Authority, the European Commission, the Capital Market Commission and the Competition Commission, while it has designed and implemented training programs and seminars for executives of financial institutions in Greece.

KEMEX's scientific interest is related to issues such as money and capital markets, commodity and energy markets, the analysis of modern forms of financial markets and the selection of alternative forms of investment (Real Estate, Islamic Finance and Investments, Ethical Investments, Carbon Emission Markets, Hedge Funds, Commodities, Green Bonds, Renewable Energy, Structured products, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Luxury and Collectable Goods), financial institutions, business (finance, regulatory compliance, corporate governance and corporate social responsibility, internal audit), industry and other economic sectors, SMEs, the development of Blue Entrepreneurship and the Blue Economy, and new technologies and FinTech applications (Blockchain, Digital Currencies) in the financial sector and in the money and capital markets.

E. LABORATORY FOR THE POLITICAL ECONOMY OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Website: https://pesd.econ.uoa.gr/

Director: Professor, Andreas Papandreou

 The Laboratory of Political Economy of Sustainable Development undertakes Basic and Applied Research in the scientific field of sustainable development, which is a central challenge of our time. Sustainable development attempts to understand the interaction between three complex systems:

(a) the global economy, (b) global society and (c) the earth's natural environment. It focuses at the global, regional, national and local levels with a focus on issues related to Sustainable Development, following, inter alia, the United Nations goals of ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all and ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.

 The lab specialises in researching this critical policy dimension of political economy, sustainable development, and promoting teaching and student and academic engagement on these issues. He has experience of European development projects, and specific expertise in both the development of innovative sustainable development business models and systems development and the development of e-learning content. The Lab is hosted by the Athens Behavioral and Experimental Economics and Social Sciences Unit (ABEESS) in Athens, http://abeess.econ.uoa.gr/

The laboratory is a member of the Hellenic Collaborative Group of the International Centre for Research on Environment and Economy (ICRE8), dedicated to interdisciplinary research on environment, energy, economy, eco-innovations and their electronic publications (http://icre8.eu/).

It also hosts (together with ICRE8) the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network in Greece (http://www.unsdsn.gr/sdsn-greece) for which it conducts experiments.

Hardware infrastructure: The equipment is provided by the existing infrastructure of the university. The Unit of Behavioural and Experimental Economics and Social Science has secured the use of the laboratory of the 4th floor in Evripidou 14.

Place where the laboratory is located: Organizational and administrative functions of the laboratory will be carried out in the offices of the faculty members participating in it.

 

F. INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS AND DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY (IEDL)

Website: https://iedl.econ.uoa.gr/

Director: Professor Antonios Bartzokas

The International Economics and Development Laboratory (IEDL) pursues the following objectives:

  • The promotion of basic and applied scientific research in the fields of International Economics and Development, as well as in related disciplines.
  • The development of educational programmes and the coverage of the teaching needs of the Department of Economics at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level, on topics related to the subject of the laboratory.
  • The organization of scientific lectures, workshops, seminars, exhibitions, symposia, conferences and other scientific events, including the invitation of renowned scientists, both from Greece and abroad.
  • The production of editorial work, such as working essays, publications and editions, as well as the creation of archival material to support the educational process.
  • Maintaining a website with content related to the cognitive subject of the laboratory.
  • Cooperation with academic institutions or research centres, international organisations, public services and scientific and social institutions in Greece and abroad.
  • The organization, undertaking and conducting of research projects and consultancy services in accordance with the applicable provisions.

The International Economics and Development Laboratory (IEDL) pursues the following objectives:

- The advancement of analytical and applied scientific research in the fields of International Economics and Development, as well as related academic disciplines.

- The development of educational programmes and the fulfilment of the teaching requirements of the Department of Economics at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, on topics within the laboratory's scope.

- The organisation of academic lectures, workshops, seminars, exhibitions, symposia, conferences, and other scholarly events, including invitations to distinguished scholars from Greece and abroad.

- The production of publications, such as working papers, journal articles, and books, alongside the creation of archival materials to support educational activities.

- The maintenance of a website featuring content relevant to the laboratory's academic focus.

- Collaboration with academic institutions, research centres, international organisations, public services, and scientific and social entities both within Greece and internationally.

- The management, undertaking, and execution of research projects and consultancy services in accordance with prevailing regulations.

Ζ. ATHENS BANKING LABORATORY (ABL)

(Website: www.abl.econ.uoa.gr)

Director: Professor George Dotsis

The Athens Banking Laboratory (ABL) of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens was established in 2017 by the Rector's Act no.466/22.11.2017 (Government Gazette 4189/30.11.2017) and is dedicated to conducting high level research, both basic and applied, on business and financial technology (FinTech), innovation, education, consulting and training. The ABL's vision is to become a leading centre of research and knowledge focused on business and finance research, training, services and technology. The ABL's mission is to conduct outstanding research, teaching and service delivery, and to produce new technologies and innovations to support businesses, organisations and financial institutions to address the obstacles and challenges they face. In addition, ABL aims to leverage emerging technologies to develop a culture of innovation and contribute to a bank's digital strategy. An additional objective of the ABL is to develop and promote research in the field of development banking, which aims at the targeted and coordinated use of domestic and international investment capital and financial instruments to finance investment projects with multiplier socio-economic benefits that can effectively contribute to the economic and social development of the country.

Η. ANALYTICS AND DATA LAB (ANALYTICS AND DATA LAB)

Website

Director: Professor I. Leventidis

The Analytics and Data Lab of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens was established in 2017 (Government Gazette 4189/30.11.2017).It is a laboratory that serves research, innovation, development and education in the broader field of Business Analytics and Data Science.

Θ. CENTRE FOR MACROECONOMIC DYNAMICS

Director: Professor Stylianos Kotsios

The aim of the workshop is:

  • The creation of dynamic macroeconomic models adapted to the Greek economy.
  • To provide estimates of the future course of the economy.

Study of alternative economic policy scenarios.

  • Design and description of policies, using mathematical and algorithmic methods.
  • Development of mathematical - computational techniques and information systems that allow the extraction of data for the "experimental" verification of theoretical results and the simulation of models with real data.

Ι. WORKSHOP ON INTERNATIONAL STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND COMPETITIVENESS

Director: Professor: Christos Pitelis

It supports the teaching and research needs in the broader field of International and Strategic management.