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    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Estimating the political variables and Independence on economic growth and educational inequality across the world 

      Hamalis, Loukianos (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2022-05-13)
      In this paper we calculate the effects of political variables and Independence on economic growth and educational inequality across the world. Using a dataset with mostly political and a few economic variables, Varieties ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      European Venture Capital Investments: The effects of the pandemic 

      Tsampalas, Andreas (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2023)
      This dissertation was produced as a requirement for the Master of Business Economics degree at the University of Cyprus. Numerous facets of European venture capital investments were investigated in this study. First, a ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Evaluating the expansion of remote work in Cyprus during COVID-19: Impacts on employee Work-Life Balance and performance levels 

      Kantri, Christa (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2024)
      The purpose of this quantitative survey was to investigate the views of employees in Cyprus on the impact of remote working during the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to work-life balance and performance levels, two extremely ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Experiences of Cypriot women in the workplace: exploring experiences of gender microaggressions 

      Hadjipolydorou, Georgia (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2022-01)
      Despite the overall progress of the feminist movement, and the increase of the population of women in the workforce, gender discrimination remains a prevalent experience in the everyday lives of women. As the systemic ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Exploring German Housing Price Determinants: A Dual Approach Through Market Analysis and Hedonic Pricing Models 

      Stavrou, Ioannis (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2023-12-21)
      This work investigates the determinants of housing prices in the German real estate market by employing a dual methodology, combining market analyses and hedonic pricing models. The study aims to provide a comprehensive ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Exploring the Nexus of Global Awareness of the Severity of Forest Degradation and the Willingness to Embrace Green HRM Practices for Forest Conservation in the context of Strategic Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) 

      Jordanou, Alisia (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2023-12-25)
      It is a widely known phenomenon that forests are being degraded daily, which makes them vulnerable to unsustainable agriculture and increased urban development. This research aims to investigate whether employees on a ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Exploring the utilization of maternity, paternity and parental leaves across varieties of capitalism 

      Charalambous, Marina (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2024-06-11)
      The thesis examines how maternity, paternity, and parental leaves are used in various countries of different economic backgrounds, such as the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia, Austria, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Facing the classic dilemma of family owned companies in Cyprus: To recruit or not? 

      Charalambous, Charalambos (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2022-05)
      Αυτή η μελέτη διεξήχθη χρησιμοποιώντας ένα Applied Consulting Style σε οικογενειακό οργανισμό που δραστηριοποιείται στην αγορά χημικών πρώτων υλών της Κύπρου. Η εταιρεία αντιμετώπιζε καθυστερήσεις στην εφοδιαστική της ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Factors affecting female managers advancement: a study in the financial sector in Cyprus 

      Petroutsou, Vasiliki (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2021-12-12)
      Despite the increasing involvement of women in the workplace, due to several economic and social developments, women are still underrepresented in managerial and leadership positions. There are several barriers as well as ...
    • Master Thesis  

      The factors affecting Foreign Direct Investments in Europe (2000-2019) 

      Pieri, Theofano P. (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2023-05-25)
      This study is focused on the analysis of foreign direct investment (FDI), identifying which factors drive the investors to invest in European countries and how the countries are affected by these kinds of investments. In ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Factors relating to the work engagement of Generation Z members in Cyprus and implications for Human Resource Management 

      Georgiou, Ellada (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2022-12)
      A new generation, referred to as Generation Z, is entering the workforce as the business world continues to evolve. At the same time, it is becoming more crucial to identify the elements that keep these individuals motivated ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      The financial crisis of 2008 from a philosophical perspective 

      Χατζηπιέρου, Ελένη (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2020-12-15)
      In 2011, the National Commission of the Federal Government of United States published a report explaining the financial crisis and mentioning its main conclusions. The five conclusions consist of the failure of the regulative ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Firm Value: Does ESG matter? 

      Christodoulou, Ioanna (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2024-06-06)
      Investments in companies worldwide are increasing dramatically, with Europe presenting a wide range of countries with different regulatory frameworks governing ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) practices. This ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Fiscal policy as a measure of improving the economy: Government expenditures, taxation and public debt 

      Yiasemi, Elena (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2024-01-31)
      The study aims to explore the impact of fiscal policies on the growth rate of GDP and the ratio of public debt to GDP. Specifically, it analyses how changes in public spending and expenses affect the economy. The study ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Fit for 55 legislation package, and its impact on the Cypriot economy: a case study for liquid and liquified cargo 

      Ktoris, Angelos S. (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2023-05-26)
      The recent adoption of directives and regulations as part of the Fit for 55 legislation package and the inclusion of shipping to the decarbonisation sphere will affect the Cypriot economy and the consumers. The Cypriot ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Gender differnces in bargaining salary at workplace: Are Cypriot women less willing to negotiate their salary? If so, why? 

      Savvides, Andreas (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2022-06-10)
      Previous research has focused on the role of gender in salary negotiations. Research investigated the determinants of gender and have concluded that women and men negotiate differently. One of the most contentious topics ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Gender wage gap in the USA 

      Antoniou, Ioanna A. (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2021-05-28)
      The main purpose of this paper is to analyses the gender wage gap in the USA and how this gap changes if the education level, the family status, the occupations and industry categories are taken into account. Collecting ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Greenhouse Gas Emissions and GDP Growth: Assessing the Economic Impact of Climate Change and Renewable Energy Transitions 

      Zamba, Niki (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2024-05-27)
      Climate change represents a significant global challenge as rising Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions lead to increasing temperatures and shifts in precipitation patterns, directly impacting economic outcomes. This thesis ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Happiness and income how does the income affects happiness? 

      Karatsioli, Despo (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2022-12)
      The principal occasion for this case study is the correlation between happiness and income. In the theory of happiness, a positive relationship is observed between them. The research that will follow includes data from the ...
    • Master Thesis  Open Access

      Horizon Problem and Earnings Management in the Banking Sector. 

      Demetriou, Eleftheria (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου, Σχολή Οικονομικών Επιστημών και Διοίκησης / University of Cyprus, Faculty of Economics and Management, 2024-06-04)
      This study examines the horizon problem and earnings management in the American banking sector, focusing on retiring CEOs. Analyzing data, from 602 banks and 5,658 firm-year observations from 1996 to 2022, the research ...