In memory of the former Director of the Christel DeHaan Tourism and Travel Research Institute, Professor M. Thea Sinclair, this year’s conference is devoted to the economics of tourism. Papers are invited on any areas of tourism economics, with a particular emphasis placed on those areas with...

TOPICS: Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Statistical Significance and Economic Value of Return and Volatility Predictability in Asset Returns (e.g. Commodities, Derivatives, Equities, Fixed Income, Foreign Exchange, Hedge Funds and REITs) - Risk and Return of...

The Conference is an opportunity for academics, practitioners and consultants to come together, exchange ideas, and discuss emerging issues in IT law and the emerging technological environment. We invite contributions focusing on Legal, Security and Privacy Issues of IT.

Driven by technological change and convergence, the communications industry is rapidly evolving. Broadcasters, media companies and telecoms operators most forge winning strategies to differentiate their offerings and attract new customers. With spectrum up for grabs, regulation and...

Building on our long-standing relationship with the financial services sector, we are proud to introduce the Institute of Economic Affairs' inaugural Private Equity Summit. For over 50 years the IEA has been actively promoting free-market policies, communicating to the public and politicians...

This annual conference brings together senior financial market practitioners, regulators and experts to discuss topical regulatory, economic and pensions developments in European, US and global markets.

In recent years, there has been considerable external interest in UK business banking. Regulators and new entrants have altered the market, increasing competition and stimulating the development of different models, products and methods of operating. Benchmarking your offering has rarely been so...

The market for savings, investments and pensions is fast evolving with developments in distribution and advice, new opportunities in the retirement market and the implications of the pensions reform agenda. The Centre for Future Studies' 4th Annual The Savings Market conference tackles these...

As investment in infrastructure is ramping up and the pressures on assets increase with demand, asset managers face the challenge of ensuring optimal return on new asset investments whilst extending the life of ageing assets. Taking a long-term view of capital planning and developing a better...

Theme: Global Influences ~ The Networked Environment Conference topics include, but are not limited to: • Distance learning and innovative teaching techniques • Electronic commerce applications and innovations – public and private • Web issues, technology, and tools • ERP and...