On April 26, 2024, the All-Ukrainian Round Table "International Economic Activity: Challenges and Trends" was held remotely at the State University of Trade and Economics

Nataliya Prytulska, the First vice-rector for Scientific and Pedagogical Work, Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Commodity Science, Safety and Quality Management of SUTE, Honored Worker of Science and Technology of Ukraine, Laureate of the Prize of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine for the Development and Implementation of Innovative technologies, in her speech emphasized the extraordinary relevance of the problems of international economic activity under conditions of war. The vice-rector wished the participants of the round table a fruitful discussion.

Moderator of the round table is Tetyana Melnyk, Doctor of Economics, Professor, Head of the Department of International Management at SUTE.

During speeches and discussions, the participants highlighted the challenges and trends of international economic activity in the conditions of war. The speech of Tetyana Melnyk, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, Head of the Department of International Management of SUTE was devoted to the energy security of Ukraine.

Valentyna Marchenko, Doctor of Economics, Professor, Professor of the Department of Economics and Entrepreneurship of the National Technical University of Ukraine "Ihor Sikorskyi Kyiv Polytechnic Institute" inspired a lively discussion on the topic "Ukraine and global goals of climate neutrality".

Mykola Talavirya, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor of the Department of Economic Theory, Head of the Department of Economic Theory, Director of the Research Institute of Economics and Management of National University of Bioresources and Nature Management of Ukraine focused on the trends in the development of innovative bioeconomy.

Valeriya Kostynets, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Associate Professor, Professor of the Department of Management of Vadym Hetman Kyiv National University of Economics, Visiting Professor of the Department of Management and Economics of the University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy, Director of Menestis Tourist Company Ltd. identified the urgent issues of risk management of tour operators of Ukraine in the conditions of war.

Iryna Grabchuk, Ph.D. in Economics, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Department of International Relations and Political Management of Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University focused on the opportunities and risks of using artificial intelligence in international economic activity: opportunities and risks.

Oleksandra Ralko, Ph.D. in Economics, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Department of Administrative Management and Foreign Economic Activity of the National University of Bioresources and Nature Management of Ukraine reported on the state and prospects of cooperation between Ukraine and the EU in the agricultural sector.

Maryna Kryvoberets, Ph.D. in Economics, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Tourism Organization of the Interregional Academy of Personnel Management devoted her speech to the features of virtual tourism.

Vasyl Budzyak, doctor of economic sciences, professor, professor of the international management department of SUTE, focused on the prospects for the development of the export of Ukrainian meat products to the EU.

Yuliya Demkiv, Ph.D. in Economics, associate professor, associate professor of the Department of International Management of SUTE, in her report talked about the price correlation on the markets of gold and energy resources in the conditions of global transformations.

Yuliia Tunitska, Ph.D. in Economics, associate professor of the Department of International Management of SUTE, in her speech presented the results of research into the problems of Ukraine's participation in international migration processes under the conditions of a large-scale invasion.

Doctor of Economic Sciences, professor, head of the Department of International Management of SUTE Tetyana Melnyk summarized the work of the All-Ukrainian Round Table, thanked all the participants for their active participation and expressed hope for further fruitful cooperation between the participants of the event with the aim of exchanging knowledge and experience for formulating proposals to increase the effectiveness of international economic activities in war conditions.

Guest lecture "Peculiarities of the application of Incoterms delivery conditions in modern realities" by Lily Poltavets, customs broker

On April 25, 2024, Lily Poltavets, a customs broker, held a guest lecture in which he outlined the features of the application of Incoterms delivery conditions in modern realities.

Guest lecture "Logistics support of foreign trade operations" by Ihor Babyar, commercial director of LLC "KLS UKRAINE"

On April 16, 2024, on the basis of the International Management Department the lecture was held by the stakeholder of the EP "International Management" Ihor Babyar, commercial director of LLC "KLS Ukraine", in the framework of which issues related to the peculiarities of logistics support for foreign trade were discussed operations in modern conditions. Modern logistics systems of Ukrainian companies and the realities of today's transport and logistics companies were discussed, students and teachers asked many questions to the lecturer-practitioner, which emphasizes the relevance of this topic and the need for further meetings with our guest.

Guest lecture “Features of product certification in the European Union” by Oleksandr Tkalenko, Quality Director of Equitestlab LLC “Equitestlab”

On March 9, 2024, a guest lecture was held by Oleksandr Tkalenko, a stageholder of the "International Management" EP, on product certification in the EU. Oleksandr Tkalenko focused the attention of the present students and teachers on the need for international certification for companies that intend to work on the global market and increase their products competitiveness. During the discussion, the students noted the relevance of the topic and expressed their desire for further similar meetings. We sincerely thank our guest and hope for fruitful cooperation!

Guest lecture “How can entrepreneurs start exporting and where are you in this system?” by Anastasia Bytko, Coach-consultant on Entering the Foreign market, Creator of Educational Programs for Entrepreneurs, Managing Partner of a Consulting Agency “Export Solutions’, Co-founder of the “Vilni” project

On April 9, 2024, Anastasia Bytko, managing partner of the consulting agency Export Solutions, co-founder of the Vilni project, held a lecture on the topic: "How do entrepreneurs start exporting and where do you stand in this system?", which was devoted to topical issues of organizing export operations under martial law.

Guest lecture "Foreign economic activity of the enterprise in the field of import of industrial equipment" by Mykhailo Lavrenchuk, Deputy Director for Commercial Affairs of LLC "Gazsurf"

On March 20, 2024, Mykhailo Lavrenchuk, Deputy Director for Commercial Affairs of Gazsurf LLC, held a guest lecture in which he outlined the features of the enterprise's foreign economic activity in the field of importing industrial property.

Round table "The fight against corruption: integration of European experience into Ukrainian practice"

On February 21, 2023, with the assistance of the Department of International Management, together with the National Erasmus+ Office in Ukraine, within the framework of the ERASMUS+ Program, a Round Table was held on the topic: "Fighting corruption: integration of European experience into Ukrainian practice" (directed by J. Monet "Anti-corruption policy of the EU : key elements, focus on sustainable development, lessons for Ukraine" (EU AntiCor).

Representatives of leading educational institutions of Ukraine, employees of state and local authorities, members of professional and public organizations took part in the work of the Round Table.

The speakers focused on the following topical issues.

Ukraine's cooperation with the EU in the field of preventing and combating corruption, institutional innovations in the field of combating corruption: EU experience and conclusions for Ukraine, the effectiveness of the use of anti-corruption control mechanisms under martial law in Ukraine, evaluation of the effectiveness and transparency of public procurement in EU countries, corruption as the main the reason for the development of the shadow economy, anti-corruption policy in international business, the possibility of monitoring corruption risks based on open data, combating corruption in the light of the post-war recovery of Ukraine, the use of anti-corruption measures by the Presidium of the National Federation of Combat Horting of Ukraine in relation to all organizational activities in the National Federation of Combat Horting of Ukraine: creating conditions for the formation of an active life position of athletes: school and student youth, cadets, political and legal prerequisites of corruption in state authorities, problematic aspects of preventing and countering corruption in Ukraine at the current stage.

Student Round Table “Administration of customs payments under martial law”

On March 2, 2023, a Student Round Table was held on the basis of the State University of Trade and Economics on the topic: "Administration of customs payments under martial law". Co-organizers of the event were Doctor of Economics, Prof. T.M. Melnyk, Doctor of Economics, Prof. Fokina-Mezentseva K.V., Ph.D., Associate Professor Slokva M.G., Ph.D., Associate Professor M.L. Kovaleva, Ph.D., Associate Professor Pyankova O.V. .

The discussion panel was held at the State University of Trade and Economics and gathered representatives of student scientific circles, as well as experts in the field of customs affairs. The participants discussed important issues related to the administration of customs payments under martial law, in particular, the challenges and problems faced by enterprises during the import and export of goods, opportunities for improving customs administration and protecting the economy during war.

In addition, the participants of the discussion panel considered the use of electronic services and the customs information system in the conditions of war and ways to improve the customs policy in accordance with international standards and the experience of developed countries. The discussion panel sparked lively discussions among the participants, who expressed their views and opinions on the topic of administration of customs payments under martial law. All participants agreed that this is an important issue for the development of the economy and security of the state, so it is important to continue working in this direction.

"We are very glad that we had the opportunity to gather student scientific groups and experts to discuss this important issue," said the guarantors of the educational programs of "ZED Management" Assoc. Pyankova O.V., guarantor of OP "International Management", Assoc. Kovaleva M.L. and head of the department prof. Melnyk T.M. "We believe that the results of our discussion will be useful for all participants, and we hope that this will be the first step towards improving the customs policy in the conditions of war."

The participants of the discussion panel express their gratitude to the organizers for the opportunity to discuss this important topic and express the hope that further cooperation in the field of customs affairs will continue and prove beneficial for all interested parties.

Guest lecture “Cross-cultural management: Ukraine-World”

On April 19, 2023, director of operational development and quality of the international corporation Lantmännen Cerealia (Stockholm), O.M. Piskun. held a lecture on the topic: "Cross-cultural management: Ukraine-World".

Scientific and Practical Seminar “Informational and analytical support of management decisions of the subject of the ZED”

On May 15-20, 2023, a Scientific and Practical Seminar was held on the basis of the State University of Trade and Economics. Certificate program "Information and Analytical Support of Management Decisions of the Economic Development Entity" Co-organizers of the event were Doctor of Economics. Professor Melnyk T.M., Doctor of Economics, Associate Professor Piankova O.V.

The result of the work was an increase in the scientific level and the acquisition of competences on topical issues of information and analytical support for management decisions when entering the foreign market.

The head of the department, Tetyana Melnyk, and the associate professor of the department, Oksana Piankova, familiarized the audience with relevant information resources that will be useful to foreign trade entities when making strategic management decisions regarding entering the foreign market, choosing a trading partner country, geographical and commodity diversification of exports/imports, etc.

WEBINAR "CHAT GPT AND OTHER AI TOOLS: INNOVATIONS TO ENHANCE TEACHER OPPORTUNITIES IN EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES"

On September 13, 2023, in an online format on the Zoom platform, Andriy Oliynyk, PhD, associate professor of the Department of International Management, held a webinar on the topic: "ChatGPT and other AI tools: innovations for expanding the teacher's capabilities in educational and scientific activities."

The event was attended by more than 90 people from various universities of Ukraine: State Trade and Economic University, Vinnytsia Trade and Economic Institute DTEU, University named after A. Nobel, Chernihiv Polytechnic National University, National Technical University of Ukraine "Kyiv Polytechnic Institute named after Igor Sikorsky", Kyiv National University of Economics, Glukhiv National Pedagogical University named after O. Dovzhenka, H. Skovoroda Institute of Philosophy of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kharkiv National University of Radio Electronics.

The speaker focused his attention on the following topical issues:

• Characteristics of AI;
• Possibilities of using ChatGPT in educational and scientific activities;
• Use of AI tools in creating presentations, audio and video materials;
• AI and inclusive education;
• Ethical issues of using AI.

At the end of the webinar, participants had the opportunity to take part in a question-and-answer session, as well as share their own opinions on the prospects for using AI in education.

Guest lecture “The procedure for moving goods across the customs border of Ukraine”

On November 3, 2023, O. V. Pakhomov, deputy head of the "Western" customs post, head of the customs clearance department of the First Kyiv Customs. held a lecture for students of the "Management" specialty, OP "Management of Foreign Trade" on the topic: "The procedure for moving goods across the customs border of Ukraine".

Presentation of the project by J. Monet "Anti-corruption policy of the EU: key elements, orientation towards sustainable development, lessons for Ukraine”

On May 19, 2022, an online presentation of the project entitled " EU anti-corruption policy: key elements, orientation on sustainable development, lessons for Ukraine " (EU AntiCor) was held online on the Zoom platform. The event was organized by the State University of Trade and Economics within the framework of the EU Erasmus + program 101047968 - EU AntiCor - ERASMUS-JMO-2021-HEI-TCH-RSCH (Implementation period: 04.03.2022 - 03.03 2025) with support of the National Erasmus + Office in Ukraine (EU project).

The event was attended by more than 48 people (students of Bachelor's, Master's Programs, research and teaching staff, members of public organizations, and employees of business entities) from different universities in Ukraine: Cherkasy National University named after Bohdan Khmelnytskyi, State Tax University, Cherkasy State Technological University, State University of Trade and Economics, Vinnytsia State Pedagogical University, Academy of Labor, Social Relations and Tourism, Ukrainian Academy of Printing, Semyon Kuznets Kharkiv National Economic University named after Semen Kuznets, Odesa National University named after Mechnikov, Sumy State University, Sumy State Pedagogical University named after A.S. Makarenko, National Academy of Statistics, Accounting and Auditing, Institute of Industrial Economics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Institute of Postgraduate Pedagogical Education, Institute of Industrial Economics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine.

In welcome speech Anatolii Mazaraki, Doctor of Economics, Professor, Rector of State University of Trade and Economics, Svitlana Melnychenko, Doctor of Economics, Professor, Vice-Rector of State University of Trade and Economics, Yulia Honcharova, Candidate of Law, Associate Professor, Dean of the Faculty of International Trade and Law welcomed participants and stressed that the future of our country, its integrity and European integration as a civilizational choice of Ukraine depends on the principled and impartial representatives of state bodies and the implementation of the EU AntiCor project will become one of the platforms for very serious discussions on combating corruption.

The event was also attended by Petro Krainik, Manager, Jean Monnet National Erasmus + Office in Ukraine (EU project), who congratulated the project team and participants of the presentation, emphasizing that in wartime it is extremely important to spread European studies, values, and discuss issues on the fight against corruption to preserve the unity of Ukraine as a state and as a nation.

During the meeting, there were reports by Tetiana Melnyk, Academic Coordinator, Doctor of Economics, Professor, Head of the Department of International Management of the State University of Trade and Economics, Vitalii Omelianenko, Doctor of Economics, Professor, Institute of Industrial Economics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Sumy State Pedagogical University named after Makarenko, Lyudmila Serova, Ph.D. in Economics, Associate Professor, Department of International Management, State University of Trade and Economics, Andriy Oliynyk, Ph.D. in Economics, Senior Lecturer, Department of International Management, State University of Trade and Economics, Liudmyla Guliaeva, Ph.D. in Economics, Associate Professor, Academy of Labor, Social Relations and Tourism.

The speakers focused on the following topical issues.

The urgency of the project is determined by the component of economic reforms in Ukraine in view of the deepening of cooperation between Ukraine and the EU in the form of an Association Agreement. The key objectives of the project are to raise public awareness in Ukraine on key aspects of EU anti-corruption policy, to enable State University of Trade and Economics students to better understand EU anti-corruption policy, to intensify anti-corruption research, to generate knowledge and ideas to strengthen EU role in fighting corruption in Ukraine in various fields of activity, etc. The EU AntiCor project is expected to implement the following measures: creation and teaching of 3 courses in the field of anti-corruption in the EU, 1 manual "EU Anti-Corruption Policy: Key Elements, Sustainability Development, Lessons for Ukraine", the study "Anti-Corruption Policy in EU Countries and Ukraine », events for the public (conference, webinars, round table.)

Also, there were announcements coordinated by Odessa National University named after І. Mechnikov (project 101047919 - MEDITERreg Ring of the Mediterranean: Regional Studies), Sumy State University (project ERASMUS-JMO-2021-MODULE - SKILLS4JOB - 101047867: EU experience in improving youth employment through the development of professional skills for teachers, economics and teachers Management), State University of Trade and Economics (Advocacy European Competition Rules module).

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EU ANTICOR SUMMER SCHOOL "EU ANTI-CORRUPTION POLICY, LESSONS FOR UKRAINE"
(07/20/2022 - 07/29/2022, ONLINE)

From July 20 to July 29, 2022, the State University of Trade and Economics organized the EU AntiCor summer school "EU anti-corruption policy, lessons for Ukraine" for scientists, scientific and pedagogical workers, teachers, employees of state and local authorities, participants of professional and public organizations (associations), media representatives.

CONDUCT OF INTENSIVE COURSE "EU ANTI-CORRUPTION POLICY:
KEY ELEMENTS, ORIENTATION ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, LESSONS FOR UKRAINE"
(07/11/2022 - 07/27/2022, ONLINE)

From July 11 to July 27, 2022, an intensive course "Anti-corruption policy of the EU: key elements, orientation towards sustainable development, lessons for Ukraine" was held at the State University of Trade and Economics for masters and postgraduate students.

ALL-UKRAINIAN ROUND TABLE "FOREIGN ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES OF UKRAINE UNDER THE CONDITIONS OF MARITAL STATE"

On May 26, 2022, the Department of International Management held an All-Ukrainian round table on the topic: "Foreign economic activity of Ukraine under martial law" in ZOOM conference mode.

The vice-rector for scientific work, doctor of economic sciences, professor Svitlana Volodymyrivna Melnychenko addressed the participants with a welcoming speech, who noted the relevance of the topics proposed for consideration and wished the participants of the round table interesting reports and fruitful work.

The round table was attended by business representatives, representatives of state structures and the educational community. In total, 75 people took part in the Round Table.

Those present discussed theoretical and applied issues of Ukraine's foreign economic activity in the conditions of martial law. In the course of the work, reports were presented on various aspects of the research topic. Considered:

• structural changes in the economy of Ukraine in the war and post-war period;
• theoretical and practical issues of international business development and
• foreign economic activity;
• simplification of customs regulation in the conditions of martial law;
• world financial market;
• agri-food exports of Ukraine in the context of food security
• the world;
• business strategy and tactics under martial law;
• prospects of developing new international markets for domestic business;
• peculiarities of business organization in the conditions of the war with the Russian Federation;
• shadow economy in conditions of global transformations, etc.

Guest lecture “Logistics is a critical factor in the reliability of foreign economic activity during the period of martial law and hostilities. Ukrainian realities.”

On September 25, 2022, commercial director of KLS UKRAINE LLC Babyar Ihor Oleksandrovych held a lecture on the topic: "Logistics is a critical factor in the reliability of foreign economic activity during the period of martial law and hostilities. Ukrainian realities".

ALL-UKRAINIAN ROUND TABLE "NATIONAL STEREOTYPES AND VECTORS OF DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT"

On October 21, 2022, the Department of International Management organized the All-Ukrainian Round Table on the topic "National stereotypes and vectors of international management development" on the basis of the State University of Trade and Economics.

The purpose of the event is to discuss theoretical and applied issues of national stereotypes and vectors of international management development. 35 people took part in the round table. Vice-rector for scientific work Melnychenko Svitlana Volodymyrivnata, head of the department Melnyk Tetyana Mykolaivna addressed the invited guests with welcoming words.

Presentations were made by scientists from the National University of Bioresources and Nature Management of Ukraine and Semyon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics, the Director of Menestis Tourism Company LLC and the Chief Financial Analyst of the Department of Business Support of the NBU, the Director of the Scientific Center of Innovative Researches, the PR Director of the Kasta Company Group" and the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the "Seaports Administration of Ukraine" (AMPU).

The participants discussed a number of important issues related to the development of project management in the conditions of modern global challenges, national stereotypes of attracting foreign capital to Ukraine, national stereotypes of international management: the security component, prospects for the development and provision of global financial control, the redesign of tourist logistics in the conditions of a military invasion of the territory of Ukraine etc.

Those present agreed on the next meeting and further exchange of views on this important topic.

Guest lecture “Prospects for development of new international markets for domestic business”

          On October 10, 2022, the Vice-President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Ukraine, King Valery Volodymyrovych, held a lecture on the topic: "Prospects of developing new international markets for domestic business."

Guest lecture “Features  of business organization in the conditions of the war with the russian federation”

November 23, 2022 Mentor and business coach of young entrepreneurs, co-founder of West Ukrainian Business School WUBS Dulyn Ihor Stepanovych held a lecture on the topic: "Peculiarities of business organization in the conditions of war with the russian federation".