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Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University –
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The 2nd International Scientific and Practical Discussion Platform on "Economic Development in the New Geopolitical Reality" was held at the Russian Agrarian University (RAU). The event focused on sustainable growth, macroeconomic regulation, and human capital development. Speakers at the plenary session included RAU Rector Professor Edward Sandoyan, Director of the Institute of Economic Forecasting of the Russian Academy of Sciences Alexander Shirov, Deputy Minister of Finance of Armenia Avag Avanesyan, and Director of the Higher School of Engineering and Economics at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University Dmitry Rodionov.
The following speakers presented their reports at the discussion platform: associate professors of the Higher School of Economics of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University Ekaterina Burova, Daria Kryzhko, and Evgeny Konnikov, and associate professor of the Higher School of Economics and Management Marina Ivanova.
As Mariam Voskanyan noted, the discussion's uniqueness lay in its practical focus: The program included both scientific papers and presentations by practitioners. The same issues were examined from different perspectives—from science, education, the public sector, and business. This multifaceted approach makes the discussion particularly valuable.
The Autumn School "Finance in the Modern Economy: Global Trends, Threats, and Development Prospects" was also held at the Russian University of Economics (RUA). Its program included lectures, master classes, and team projects on topics such as capital markets, behavioral finance, cryptocurrencies, and digital currencies.
"This year, we focused the school's theme on the financial world, but we'll be changing it each year to cover the most relevant issues," explained Mariam Voskanyan, head of the Department of Economics and Finance at RAU. "We had students of varying levels—from first-year students to postgraduates—so we created a 'mix' of formats and difficulty levels."
Associate Professor Tatyana Mokeeva of the Higher School of Economics at SPbPU conducted an engaging game for the program participants. Students from the Russian Agrarian University, SPbPU, the Russian Academy of Foreign Trade, the Yerevan branch of Moscow State University, the Higher School of Economics, Moscow State University (Moscow), and the Institute of Economic Forecasting of the Russian Academy of Sciences participated in the school.
Dmitry Rodionov, Director of the SPbPU Higher School of Economics, IPMEiT, praised the event's significance: "Formats like these are an invaluable opportunity for students to apply their knowledge in real-world international collaborations. We see their growing professional confidence, and this is a direct investment in the development of future engineering and economics elites. Developing the partnership between SPbPU and RAU is one of our key strategic goals."
Polina Yakob, assistant at the Higher School of Engineering and Economics at SPbPU and a participant and winner of the Autumn School, shared her impressions: "In addition to the informative workshops with interesting material, we made new acquaintances. We also have many friends in Armenia. This is the coolest result, and I won! If I had the chance again, I would definitely come back."
Daria Aksenova, a master's student and specialist at the Higher School of Engineering and Economics at SPbPU, participated in the program a second time and shared her memories of the trip with us: "I was fortunate enough to participate for the second time. When I came here, I already knew it would be an incredible experience. I met my friends again and am incredibly happy to be here and to participate in the Autumn School for the second time. We certainly gained new knowledge and experience from the teachers."
Prokhor Polyakov and Gleb Golikov, graduate students from the Higher School of Engineering and Economics, also took part in the event.
The success of the Autumn School and the discussion platform laid a solid foundation for further joint work, including new research projects, summer schools, and double degree programs, opening up broad prospects for growth for students and faculty from both universities.
Another significant event was the second international scientific and practical conference, "Transformation of Management Theory and Practice in the 21st Century," organized by the Department of Economics and Business at RAU. A delegation from the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade at SPbPU participated. The Polytechnic University was one of the co-organizers of the conference.
The conference program included a plenary session and thematic sections devoted to the methodological and applied aspects of the transformation of modern management science, innovative approaches to the development of public administration and urban studies, and strategic and business thinking in modern conditions.
The plenary session was opened by RAU Rector Edward Sandoyan. Participants heard a report from Olga Kalinina, Director of the IPMEIT Graduate School of Industrial Management, on the transformation of management education in the context of the technological paradigm.
At the end of the plenary session, the textbook "Theory and Practice of Management" was presented. It was published under the general editorship of Professor Arzik Suvaryan, Academic Director of the Department of Management and Business at the Russian Academy of Sciences, together with faculty from the Higher School of Industrial Management and the Higher School of Service and Trade at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.
Collaboration with the Russian-Armenian University is especially important to us. Every visit to RAU confirms the university's high academic standing and its commitment to open scientific dialogue. Participating in the conference allowed us not only to present our research results but also to hear valuable insights from colleagues and witness the students' and faculty's keen interest in management transformation. We feel RAU's sincere support and commitment, and this inspires us to develop new joint projects and strengthen our partnership," noted Olga Kalinina.
During the breakout sessions, Nikita Lukashevich, Victoria Vilken, and Natalia Alekseeva, associate professors at the Graduate School of Industrial Management, presented papers on the determinants of technological development, the specifics of industrial staffing, and assessing the human-centeredness of organizations. Alex Krasnov, associate professor at the Graduate School of Service and Trade, presented a paper titled "Corporate Educational Programs as an Element of the University Marketing Ecosystem," highlighting the key features and challenges of university-industry collaboration within educational programs from a marketing ecosystem perspective.
Olga Kalinina and Natalia Alekseeva moderated two tracks: "Strategic and Business Thinking in Modern Conditions" and "Modern Innovative Approaches to the Formation of Public Administration and Urbanism," which ensured the panel discussions had an international dimension.
Alex Krasnov conducted a series of master classes for students majoring in Commerce and Economics on "Launching and Analyzing Advertising Campaigns in the Digital Environment." The students noted the practical utility of the skills they learned in terms of advertising setup and the specifics of analyzing its effectiveness.
Associate Professor Natalia Alekseeva also conducted a master class, "Time Management: Skills of a Successful Manager," for students from the Department of Management and Business at the Russian Agrarian University. Following the master class, the students were able to simulate a successful manager's workday.
Hripsime Kojoyan, Head of the Department of Management and Business, attended the class and noted, "It's important for us to develop cooperation with the Polytechnic University, as it ensures a high international level of education for our students. In the staff of the Graduate School of Industrial Management, we have found not only professional colleagues but also good friends who energize us and inspire us to pursue new joint projects."
During their visit to the Russian-Armenian University, the Polytechnic University delegation held working meetings with Zhirayr Aramyan, Director of the Institute of Economics and Business, and the heads of relevant departments. Following these discussions, plans for further work through 2026 were agreed upon.
The collaboration between SPbPU and RAU, clearly demonstrated in the organization of these events, demonstrates an effective model for integrating education, research, and practice in an international format. It goes beyond a one-time student exchange, representing a holistic ecosystem of interaction. Strategically, this partnership strengthens the educational bridge between Russia and Armenia, making a lasting contribution to the creation of a unified scientific and educational space and the training of personnel capable of addressing complex economic challenges in the context of a changing global agenda.
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