The Institute for Economic Competitiveness strives to provide complete, accurate, and timely national, state, and regional forecasts and economic analyses.  Through these analyses, the Institute provides valuable resources to the public and private sectors for informed decision making.

About the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (IEC) 

Dr. Snaith and the Institute for Economic Competitiveness have brought the University of Central Florida tremendous national recognition. The IEC prepares a comprehensive, quarterly forecast of the Florida economy and 12 metropolitan areas as well as a comprehensive, quarterly forecast for the U.S. economy. Information from the forecasts is included in exclusive panels including the USA Today Survey of Top Economists, Livingston Survey, Survey of Professional Forecasters, Reuters, and Bloomberg monthly surveys.

About University of Central Florida (UCF) 

The University of Central Florida is a public, multi-campus, metropolitan research university, dedicated to serving its surrounding communities with their diverse and expanding populations, technological corridors, and international partners. The mission of the university is to offer high-quality undergraduate and graduate education, student development, and continuing education; to conduct research and creative activities; and to provide services that enhance the intellectual, cultural, environmental, and economic development of the metropolitan region, address national and international issues in key areas, establish UCF as a major presence, and contribute to the global community.

About The College of Business Administration

Our business school is young. Our first graduating class was in 1970. However, we have already achieved a strong reputation for attracting high-quality students and faculty members. As our enrollment has grown, so has the college’s commitment to ensuring the delivery of outstanding academic programs and research institutes. Among those research centers is the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (IEC). Established in 1998, the Institute helps the College meet five of the University’s Strategic Initiatives:
1) foster excellence in research and creative activities
2) contribute to regional economic development
3) enhance collaboration
4) increase visibility and
5) enhance university resources.                                Thomas L. Keon

                                                                                                Dean