The Center for Economic and Financial Research (CEFR) at the Rio Grande College of Business, Sul Ross State University International, is established as a hub for applied research, advanced training, consulting, and innovation. The Center’s mission is to bridge academia, industry, and public policy through evidence-based research and practical applications that enhance financial stability and economic development in the valley of the Rio Grande and the state of Texas. Through these initiatives, the CEFR aims to cultivate a vibrant ecosystem of knowledge exchange, professional development, and innovation that empowers the next generation of economists, financial analysts, and policy experts to meet the challenges of an increasingly interconnected global economy.
SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY
RIO GRANDE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Vision
To be a globally recognized center of excellence in economic and financial modeling, advancing research, education, and industry practices that foster innovation, stability, and sustainable growth.
Focus Areas
- Economic Modeling & Forecasting: GDP, inflation, interest rates, exchange rates.
- Financial Risk Management: Credit risk, market risk, liquidity risk, insurance risk.
- Valuation & Corporate Finance: Business valuation, project appraisal.
- FinTech & Innovation: Blockchain, AI/ML in finance, digital banking.
- Sustainable Finance.
Mission
- Conduct cutting-edge research in applied economics and financial research and modeling
- Provide training and certification programs for students and professionals.
- Collaborate with financial institutions, regulators, and policymakers.
- Enhance student employability through hands-on skills and research exposure.
- Contribute to regional and global financial stability.
Activities of the Center
- Research: Applied projects, faculty-student collaborations, funded projects.
- Training: Programs on Excel/Python/R for financial modeling, Basel frameworks.
- Business Advising: Credit risk assessments, stress testing, economic forecasting/outlook
- Publications: Articles published in highly ranked journals
- Student Engagement: Live projects, case competitions, and internships.
Contact Us
For further information, please contact Dr. Jose Mora @ mora@sulross.edu or Dr. Prabakaran Sellamuthu @ prabakaran.sellamuthu@sulross.edu