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What is your proposal for a better Cyprus? Consulco, a specialist investment manager structuring and managing real estate, credit and private equity investments, has launched an investment research competition in collaboration with Frederick University with the objective to provide students with a chance to round out their valuable experience and knowledge, by carrying out extensive research and propose structural changes that can improve the Cyprus investment sector.
Students with the most innovative ideas will be given financial awards and the opportunity to present their proposals to media and policy makers with the goal to spark debate and inspire action.
The overall competition process is managed by Frederick University’s School of Business and Law. Students from all Departments can participate in the competition and get the chance to win up to €1000.
Essay Topics
The following essay topics are focused around improving an area in Cyprus related to structural changes, development and investment:
- The case of investment diversification for the Cypriot family and institutional investor
- The Cypriot taxation changes required for the Cyprus investment community
- The structural changes required to make Cyprus attractive for Cypriot and foreign investors
- The changes required for the development of the Cypriot investment management industry
- The impact of technological developments (such as crowdfunding, blockchain or Artificial Intelligence) on investment environment in Cyprus
- Transforming the Cyprus investment environment through Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Relationship between corporate governance practices and firms’ market value
Essay requirements
The text must be presented in English. Minimum 2000 words, Maximum 4000 words, excluding references/appendices
The selection process
The Competition Evaluation Committee will assess the essays/projects and select the winners in the presence of a representative from Consulco.
The prize pools
Consulco will reward the best six essays with the following prizes:
1st place: €1000
2nd place: €500
3rd place: €400
4th place: €300
5th place: €200
6th place: €150
The rewards
Awarded students will have the opportunity to express their talents and boost their resume, build a strong network and have the chance to make a real and important impact on society.
Exposure
Consulco will promote the 1st place winner, and also potentially the 2nd place winner to policy makers/mass media.
Sigma, acting as the media sponsor of this initiative, will promote the event and awarded students.
Students can present their ideas to the public and policymakers.
Who can participate?
Students who are studying towards a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree of any Department at the University, can participate either as individuals, or as a group.
Timeframe
Expression of interest: 21st November 2022
Potential participants are expected to submit expression of interest to Melinda Michael: m.michael@frederick.ac.cy, including Student Name, Registration Number, Program and Year of Study, selected Essay Topic and a brief outline of the essay content up to 150 words (in a Word file)
Submission Deadline: 12th February, 2023
The essay should be submitted via the assignment submission tool of the online e-learning platform
Assessment Deadline: 28th February, 2023
Announcement of Winners: March, 2023
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The Peer Tutoring Centre “Students for Students”, will resume its operation for the Fall 22 semester on Wednesday, November 2.
The Peer Tutoring centre is a place where students who need help, especially in introductory-level courses, can visit and receive tutoring services and academic assistance by other University students (Peer Tutors). Peer Tutors are students that are employed by the University and who have excelled in the course they tutor. Their goal is to assist students with the course content and to help them develop strong academic habits.
Find all you need to know about the Peer Tutoring Center here (GR & ENG).
COURSES AND TIMETABLE FOR THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
NICOSIA – The center operates in Room 72
ΑΜΑΤ 100 COLLEGE ALGEBRA
AMAT 111 CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I
AMAT 122 CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II
AMAT 181 LINEAR ALGEBRA WITH MATLAB
APHY 111 MECHANICS, HEAT AND WAVES WITH LAB
APHY 112 ELECTROMAGNETISM AND OPTICS WITH LAB
ACSC 182 PROGRAMMING PRINCIPLES I
LIMASSOL – The center operates in Room 003
AMAT 111 CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I
AMAT 122 CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II
AMAT 181 LINEAR ALGEBRA WITH MATLAB
APHY 111 MECHANICS, HEAT AND WAVES WITH LAB
School of Engineering Peer Tutors:
Christy Karam, 3rd year, BSc Computer Science
Adonis Vasiliou, 3rd year, BSc Mechanical Engineering
Ioannis Kouppanou, 2nd Year, Mechanical Engineering
Evangelos Stylianou, 2nd Year, Mechanical Engineering
Anastasia Dolgova, 2nd Year, Computer Science
Konstantinos Onisiforou, 2nd Year, Computer Engineering
For more information and for making an extra appointment* with a Peer Tutor you can contact us at:
Eliana Michael, 22394459
Peer Tutoring Centre / Studies and Student Welfare Service
*priority for individual appointments is given to students who are referred by the Counselling Centre or other Support Services with specific needs / circumstances and for students with a disability and/or a learning difficulty.
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Below are a few examples of tasks you will have to carry out as a Student Ambassador:
- Talk about your course in more depth to new students
- Follow up with prospective and/or newly registered students
- Tour new students and parents around the campus
- Support conferences and other educational events
- Support promotional activities and on-and-off campus events (i.e. fairs, school visits, fun day, welcome back events)
- Photoshoots
We recruit Student Ambassadors from any of our courses, as well as from diverse backgrounds and experiences because we want to ensure that out Student Ambassadors are representative of our entire student body.
- How many hours will you be working?
A sensible guideline for all full-time students is to work no more than 20 hours per week throughout the term, and no more than 35 hours per week during holiday periods. Remember that your studies are priority. Ambassadors can be flexible in terms of the hours they work.
- How much will you getting paid?
Payment: €5.50 - €6.00/hour (deduction on your university fees)
- What is the application procedure?
If you are interested, please complete the application form and send it via email to careersoffice@frederick.ac.cy, including the position title on the subject line.
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Description of duties:
- Administrative support
- Communication with outgoing ERASMUS students for “ERASMUS stories”
- Checking the mobility documents of Pharmacy students
- Recording the incoming mobilities
Working days and hours: 3 times a week, 4 hours (based on the student's timetable)
Qualifications required:
- Good knowledge of Excel and Word
- Organizational Skills
- Pleasant personality
- Willingness to advertise opportunities through the ERASMUS+ program
Payment:
€4.50/hour (deduction on your university fees)
Application Procedure:
If you are interested, please complete the application form (here) until 30/9/2022 and send it to the email of the career office, careersoffice@frederick.ac.cy , referencing the name of the position on the subject line.
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Ι. Preparatory Programme: 5-29 September, 2022
The Preparatory Program is offered free of charge to incoming students and includes:
Refresh your knowledge: Free intensive courses such as English, Mathematics, Architectural Design, Physics and others according to your study program.
Empowerment workshops: Workshops for the development of academic and other skills that will give you some basic tools for your adaptation to the University.
Recreational and Sports activities where you will have the opportunity to discover, communicate and of course have fun!
The first day of the preparatory program is Monday, September 5, at 10:00.
Flyer of preparatory programme*
II. First Year Orientation Days: 28-29 September 2022
All Fall 2022 new students are expected to participate in the Orientation Day. During the Orientation you will have the opportunity to meet with faculty members of your Department and with Student Welfare Service representatives. In addition, on the same day you will register to your Fall 2022 classes and gain access to your semester timetable.
The final Orientation Schedule will be posted online soon.
III. Start of Fall 2022 semester
Fall 2022 classes begin on Monday, October 3, 2023. View the 2022-2023 Academic Calendar in order to find out the important semester dates and deadlines.
* Any of the activities included in the Induction and Orientation Programme may be cancelled or offered remotely according to travel restrictions and relevant guidelines issued by the appropriate Authorities in regards to Covid-19.
