CBS Microdata

The CBS Microdata databases contain microdata from the Central Bureau for Statistics (CBS) in the Netherlands. This microdata is gathered by the CBS and used to report on trends in Dutch society on items like consumer expenditure, GDP, etc. to the government. Aggregated statistical data based on the microdata is available through the free access database CBS StatLine.

Researchers at FEWEB have the option to "remotely access" CBS Microdata on a computer in the VU library. This computer is located in the Data Center to offer easier access. Some important conditions are attached to using the CBS Microdata:

1. You must contact the Central Bureau for Statistics to arrange access to the data through the remote connection. More information is available at the website of the CBS.
   
   
2. Once your request to access the microdata has been approved by the CBS, you can make an appointment to use the computer at the Data Center. You can do so by sending an email to: datacentrum@ubvu.vu.nl

Opening of the Data Center

As of 8 June 2009, the Library has a new service: the Data Center. The Data Center offers support in finding Economic data for educational and research purposes.

The Data Center provides training to VU University students, faculty and staff in the use of Economic databases such as Datastream, SDC Platinum, and Wharton.

You can either visit the Data Center, or you can get started on your own via the online helpdesk in Blackboard.
Opening hours: Wednesday and Thursday 12 noon - 4 pm.
Upon request, individual or group trainings can be organized.

For more information please visit the web page of the Data Center at the Library website.