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    Competition: Logo Proposals for the Spanish Economics Olympiad Association (AOEE)

    The Spanish Economics Olympiad Association (AOEE) has launched a competition to design its official permanent logo, which will serve as the Association’s institutional image alongside its official name. This competition is open to AOEE members, including the Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism (FEET), and each member may submit up to 2 proposals.

    To participate in this national competition, FEET, as a member, is launching a preliminary process to select the two proposals that the Faculty will submit to the final AOEE selection stage.

    This process is open to anyone interested.

    The Faculty will submit the two chosen proposals to the final AOEE selection stage.

    According to the rules of the national competition, the logo selection will take place in two phases:

    In the first phase, AOEE members will vote, by preference ranking, for three logos from among all submissions.
    In the second phase, to be held during the Association’s Assembly on 19 June 2026, voting will take place exclusively among the three most-voted proposals from the first phase. The final selected logo will be used indefinitely across all physical and digital media associated with AOEE activities.

    INFORMATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FEET PRE-SELECTION PROCESS

    To guide participants, please note that AOEE’s values are based on:

    • the pursuit of improvement through knowledge,
    • excellence,
    • strong determination,
    • personal development,
    • competitiveness,
    • passion for work,
    • responsibility,
    • passion for economics and business,
    • respect for others,
    • entrepreneurship,
    • friendship,
    • cooperation,
    • resilience,
    • ethics, and
    • pride in representing one’s institution.

    Design Requirements

    Proposals must:

    -Be original and unpublished.
    -Reflect AOEE’s identity and values.
    -Not infringe third-party rights.
    -Include the full official name: Spanish Economics Olympiad Association.
    -Be technically reproducible in different formats and sizes.
    -Be suitable for both color and monochrome use.
    -Not include the Olympic rings or any protected elements associated with the Olympic movement.

    Submission of Proposals

    Proposals must be submitted in digital format by email to: olimpiadaeconomia@ulpgc.es, and must include:

    • A high-resolution version in PNG or JPG format.
    • A brief explanatory report of the concept (maximum one page).
    • Contact details of the author(s).

    Deadline

    The submission deadline is 15 May. Late submissions will not be accepted.

    Internal Selection Process

    The FEET Olympiad Committee will evaluate the proposals received and select the two that will represent the Faculty in the national competition. FEET reserves the right to declare the internal process void if the submitted proposals do not meet the required standard.

    Once selected, the chosen proposals must also include an editable vector file format (.ai, .svg, .eps, or equivalent), in addition to the previously mentioned submission requirements.

    INFORMATION ABOUT THE NATIONAL COMPETITION (AOEE)

    Prize (awarded by AOEE)

    A single prize will be awarded to the author of the winning logo in the national competition, consisting of:

    • €500
    • Certificate of recognition.

    The prize will be subject to applicable tax regulations.

    Intellectual Property

    Without prejudice to the inalienable rights recognized by intellectual property law, the winning proposal will entail the exclusive transfer to AOEE of all necessary exploitation rights for its use as the institutional logo, including reproduction, distribution, public communication, assignment, and technical adaptation, without any additional payment or compensation.

    This transfer will be worldwide and for an indefinite duration within the legal term of protection of the work. AOEE may register the logo as a trademark or official emblem. Non-winning proposals will not be used by AOEE.

    Technical Adjustments

    AOEE may request the author of the winning proposal to make reasonable technical adjustments or necessary adaptations prior to final approval of the logo, while respecting the essence of the design and the author’s moral rights.

    Authorship Guarantee

    The author(s) guarantee that the proposal is original and does not infringe third-party rights, assuming full responsibility in the event of any claims.

    Data Protection

    Personal data provided will be processed exclusively for the management of the competition, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and current Spanish data protection legislation.

    Acceptance

    Participation in this process implies full acceptance of these terms and conditions.

    Additional information

    Any questions regarding the process may be addressed to: olimpiadaeconomia@ulpgc.es

    AIReF Scholarships

    The ULPGC, at the initiative of the Faculty of Economic, Business and Tourism, has entered into an agreement with the Independent Authority for Fiscal Responsibility (AIReF), enabling our students to apply for scholarships to undertake internships at this important institution.

    Under this agreement, students will be eligible to apply for these internships during the 2026–2027 academic year.

    What is AIReF?

    AIReF is the Independent Authority for Fiscal Responsibility. Its purpose is to safeguard the sustainability of public finances to ensure economic growth and the well-being of Spanish society in the medium and long term. Its mission is to ensure effective compliance by Public Administrations with the principle of budgetary stability set out in Article 135 of the Constitution, through the continuous evaluation of the budgetary cycle and public debt, and the analysis of economic forecasts. In 2021, it incorporated public spending evaluation as one of its permanent functions to contribute to the development of more effective and efficient policies for the benefit of citizens.

    Participation in this program represents an exceptional opportunity for students, as they will be able to gain first-hand insight into and contribute to the achievement of AIReF’s objectives, apply the knowledge acquired during their undergraduate and/or postgraduate studies, and develop new professional skills.

    Requirements:

    a) Applicants must be in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) obtained within the last two years and remain enrolled in a university or academic training programme; or be enrolled in an official Master’s or PhD programme in Economics or related fields relevant to AIReF’s activities; or, having obtained a Master’s or PhD degree within the last three years, remain enrolled in a university or academic training programme.

    b) Applicants must not fall under any of the circumstances set out in Article 13.2 of Law 38/2003 of 17 November, General Law on Subsidies.

    These requirements must be met throughout the scholarship period (i.e., during the 2026–2027 academic year).

    Duration and location of the internship:

    The scholarships will last twelve months, under the modality specified in each profile. Currently, the working arrangement at AIReF consists of three in-person days at its Madrid headquarters and two days of remote work, subject to service needs and applicable regulations.

    The starting date is expected to be September 2026.

    What types of scholarships are available in this call?

    1. Research Program:

    This program has a strong academic focus and is linked to specific AIReF projects. The grant amounts to €1,700 gross per month per student (from which Social Security contributions, civil liability insurance, and administrative costs will be deducted). The available positions are:

    1. Scholarships in Public Policy Evaluation (I) – 3 positions
    2. Scholarship in Macrofiscal Data Analysis (I) – 1 position
    3. Scholarship in Budgetary Analysis of Autonomous Communities (I) – 1 position

    2. Training Program:

    This program relates to the work carried out by the various divisions of AIReF. The grant amounts to €1,350 gross per month per student (from which Social Security contributions, civil liability insurance, and administrative costs will be deducted). The available positions are:

    1. Scholarship in Public Debt Analysis (F) – 1 position
    2. Scholarship in the Presentation and Analysis of Economic-Financial Information of Local Governments (F) – 1 position
    3. Scholarship in Institutional and International Relations (F) – 1 position
    4. Scholarship in Budgetary Analysis of Public Administrations (F) – 1 position
    5. Scholarship in Forecasting Models for Public Administrations (F) – 1 position

    The specific requirements or profile for each position can be found in the attached document.

    How are candidates selected?

    The University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will pre-select up to 5 candidates per scholarship. AIReF will then assess all profiles submitted by the different universities and select the final candidates in early June 2026.

    The selected candidates are expected to start the internship on 2 September 2026 (subject to confirmation).

    Application procedure:

    Interested candidates must send the following documents to Professor Carmen García Galindo (carmen.garciagalindo@ulpgc.es; Subject: AIReF Scholarship):

    • CV
    • Academic transcript
    • Preferences (each student may apply for up to three scholarships, indicating their order of preference)

    Application deadline: 27 April 2026, at 14:00

    Note: When indicating your preferences, please review the profiles and required skills for each scholarship and include in your CV all relevant information demonstrating that you meet the required qualifications.

    Philip Morris International visits the Faculty of Economics, Business, and Tourism in search of talent.

    On April 10, Philip Morris International (PMI) visited the Faculty of Economics, Business, and Tourism at ULPGC as part of its initiatives to enhance the employability of our students and graduates. The activity, organized by the Marketing area, brought together final-year students and graduates from different programs interested in learning first-hand about the professional opportunities offered by this international company.

    During the session, the PMI team, led by Serena Prados, Human Resources Director, presented the company, its main strategic lines, its vision of a transformation towards a smoke-free future, and its strong commitment to innovation and sustainability.

    The BOOST Program, a paid internship program whose next call will open in the coming weeks, was also introduced. This initiative offers graduates the opportunity to gain up to 12 months of initial professional experience in a multinational environment, with continuous training, rotations across different business areas, and opportunities for development and career progression.
    The Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism would like to thank Philip Morris International for its interest in ULPGC talent and reaffirms its commitment to strengthening links between academia and the business sector, and to promoting initiatives that enhance the academic and professional development of its students and graduates.

    Degree and Master’s Programme Evaluation Surveys

    Dear members of the Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism.

    The evaluation surveys for degree and master’s programs are now open.

    The process is simple: just access the surveys via the links below and follow the instructions.

    ✨ Your opinion matters
    📱 Scan the QR code corresponding to the degree or master’s program you are currently enrolled in (available in the image), access the questionnaire, and enter your ID number (without the letter) as the password.
    ⏱️ It will only take a few minutes.
    💬 Make your voice heard!

    Deadline: April 20.

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