University of Western Macedonia
T (+30) 2467440010
Email: econ(at)uowm.gr
Department of Economics
Fourka area, 52100 Kastoria
The strategic aims of the Department of Economic Studies are aligned with the aims of the University of Western Macedonia.
The aims concerning the following 4 years are focused on the upgrade of the teaching program, the production of high-standard research, the student-oriented approach, the linkage to the society and stakeholders and the enhancement of the department’s extrovert and international recognition.
1.1 Development of undergraduate and post-graduate programs of high demand.
1.2 Continuous improvement of learning experience.
1.3 Establishment of a quality assurance policy in the curriculum.
1.4 Improvement of the graduation and student performance rates.
2.1 Enhancing of research laboratories
2.2 Improving the productivity and recognition of research scientific work
2.3 Promoting research innovation by strengthening collaboration with national and international institutions in cutting-edge research areas
3.1 Linkage with labour market & personal development opportunities
3.2 Collaboration with enterprises
3.3 Enhancement of student employment opportunities
4.1 Signing memoranda and collaborations with local community stakeholders
4.2 Departmental activities of public benefit to strengthen local communities
5.1 Creation of internationally acclaimed collaboration programs
5.2 Department’s presence in international activities
5.3 Department’s networking