University Chairs

The Bank of Zambia sponsors academic chairs at leading universities to promote research and education in economics and banking.

The Central Bank

About the Programme

The Bank of Zambia University Chairs Programme is an initiative to strengthen academic excellence in economics, banking, and finance at Zambian universities. Through this programme, the Bank provides financial support for distinguished academic positions that advance research and teaching in areas relevant to central banking and financial sector development.

The programme reflects the Bank's commitment to building national capacity and contributing to the development of human capital that can support Zambia's economic growth and financial sector stability.

Programme Objectives

Promote Research

Support academic research in economics, banking, and finance relevant to Zambia's development.

Develop Talent

Train the next generation of economists and financial professionals for the country.

Bridge Theory and Practice

Create linkages between academic institutions and the central bank for mutual benefit.

Build Capacity

Strengthen institutional capacity in higher education for economics and finance.

Current University Chairs

Bank of Zambia Chair in Economics

Active

University of Zambia - School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Focus Area

Monetary Economics and Financial Markets

Established

2010

This chair focuses on research and teaching in monetary economics, with emphasis on central banking operations, monetary policy transmission, and financial market development in developing economies.

Key Activities

•Conducting research on monetary policy effectiveness
•Supervising postgraduate students in economics
•Organizing annual monetary policy symposiums
•Publishing working papers on central banking

Bank of Zambia Chair in Banking and Finance

Active

Copperbelt University - School of Business

Focus Area

Banking and Financial Services

Established

2015

This chair promotes excellence in banking and finance education, focusing on financial sector development, risk management, and regulatory frameworks.