RISEBA Master of Business Administration July 7, 2006 APPLICATION FOR ACCREDITATION OF THE STUDY PROGRAMME Applicant: Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration (RISEBA) Legal Address: Meza iela 3, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia Telephone: 7500250, 7500251, 7500253, fax:7500252 E - mail: [email protected]School Registration Certificate: Nr. 3343802029 Title of the Study Programme: professional higher education Master’s programme MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Ministry of Education Classification Code: 46345 00 Study Programme Duration: 1.5 academic years with professional higher education background; 2 years with academic higher education background Study Programme Credit Volume: 60 credits (90ECTS) – with professional higher education background; 80 credits (120ECTS) – with academic higher education (academic bachelor degree) Entrance Requirements: academic or professional higher education with access to Master’s programmes; at least two years of professional work experience Degree Awarded: MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 1
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RISEBA Master of Business Administration
July 7, 2006 APPLICATION FOR
ACCREDITATION OF THESTUDY PROGRAMME
Applicant: Riga International School of Economics and
Professional higher education MBA study programme is developed with the aim to
enhance managers careers both in state and private sector on Latvian economy.
6.2. Study Programme Compliance with the Professional Standard
The professional higher education Master’s study programme "Master of Business
Administration” is developed in accordance with the Regulations No 481 (20 November
2001) of the Cabinet of Ministers "Regulations on the standard of the 2nd level of
professional higher education", and complies with their content and scope. The programme
complies with the 5th qualification level of the Professional Standard registered with Nr.
PS0070 and adopted by the Ministry of Education on May 16, 2002, Directive Nr. 283.
Table 6.1
Master’s study programme “Master of Business Administration” compliance
with the second level higher professional education State Standard
No. Compulsory parts of the programme
2nd level professional higher education state standard regulations
RISEBA study programme
1. Study courses, providing acquisition of the latest developments in the theory and practice of the study field.
min. 7 credits(10.5 ECTS)
15 credits (22.5 ECTS)
2. Research work, innovation work, project work, management courses
min. 5 credits(7.5 ECTS)
15 credits(22.5 ECTS)
3. Pedagogy and psychology courses
min. 2 credits (3 ECTS)
4 credits (6 ECTS)
4. Work placement min. 6 credits (9 ECTS)
6 credit (9 ECTS)26 credits for students with 3 year academic bachelor background)
5. Final assessment min. 20 credits (30 ECTS)
20 credits (30 ECTS)
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The analysis shows that the contents of the study programme “Master of Business
Administration” fully comply with the requirements of the State Standard.
The study programme provides for acquisition of the skills and knowledge required
by the Profession Standard (Table 6.2)
Table 6.2
Compliance of Professional Higher Education Maters' study programme
“Master of Business Administration” with the Profession Standard PS 0070.
Items Profession Standard Requirements
RISEBA Professional Masters' programme “Master of Business Administration “
1. Duties and tasks
The programme is developed according to the standard requirements concerning the duties and task levels of the profession
2. Skills Common professional skillsSpecific professional skillsGeneral skills
While improving the programme, great attention is paid to improvement of the specific skills according to the requirements of the standard.
3.Knowledge Marketing management
The following study courses are provided:Markets and MarketingInternational MarketingMarketing Management.
Financial Management, Managerial and Financial Accounting
Financial and Business Performance ManagementManaging Business OperationsManaging for Financial Value Creation
Human Resource Management, Management Psychology, Labour Legal Aspects
Strategic Human Resource ManagementManaging Organisations Organisation PsychologyInnovation and Creativity
Production/service organisation, Operations management, Logistics, Management Information Systems, Quality Management, Labour Protection
Managing Business Operations (Business simulation)Corporate Information StrategySupply Chain Management Project Management
Economics Theory Economics for ManagersMarkets and Marketing
Quantitative analysis, Mathematical Methods for Economists
Research Methodology and DesignQuantitative MethodsFinancial and Business Performance Management
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Strategic management Strategic management
Business Law International Business Law
6.3. Employers' Survey Results
Employers' survey stands as a proof for this programme significance, its potential
from the economic development viewpoint, as well as confirms the demand of specialists
in the labour market.
The results of employers' survey:
The performance of the Master’s programme students is evaluated positively;
The level of knowledge acquired is high;
Professional and communication skills of the students are evaluated very high;
Employers are willing to hire students of this programme also in future as well as to
provide work placements, and to cooperate with RISEBA in further developing the
study programme.
The results of employers' survey concerning the professional higher education
Master’s programme “Master of Business Administration ” are attached (Appendix No6).
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7. Programme Assessment
7.1. Study Programme Aims and Envisaged Learning Outcomes
The MBA programme provides an in-depth, comprehensive business and
management education for young potential managers, established managers and executives
from business and public sector. It is designed to utilise and enhance the professional
experience of participants. The MBA programme aims to enable students to acquire and
develop the knowledge, theory, skills and confidence they need to become competent and
effective managers. The intention is that, on completing the MBA programme, participants
will have a thorough grounding in the crucial areas of organisational behaviour, business
and management; and the proficiency to apply and develop this new learning successfully
throughout their careers.
The overall aims of the programme are to improve the quality of management as a
profession by:
developing an integrated and critically aware understanding of management and
organisations that will equip students to perform an effective and strategic role in
management;
developing students’ ability to work on their own, and with others, in systematically
and creatively applying knowledge of theory and practice to resolving complex
business problems, and to improving business and management practice;
enhancing students’ learning skills so that they are able to work with self-direction
and originality.
The programme’s objective is to ensure achievement of the following learning
outcomes:
Knowledge and understanding
On successful completion of the core and elective modules students will be able to:
develop an individual learning plan for their programme of study;
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analyse and compare the benefits of a number of strategies and techniques for
solving business problems;
compare and contrast a range of management approaches to training, development
and creativity in organisations;
research and develop aspects of operations management with the view to improve
organisational performance;
critically evaluate a range of alternative ways of conceptualising the management
and structure of organisations;
use a range of economic and behavioural theories to interpret individual and group
behaviour in markets and organisations;
critically evaluate the impact of the external context on organisational structure and
management practice;
analyse and accurately interpret financial and operational data on business
performance;
design and develop a comprehensive performance management system;
critically analyse the contribution of different management functions to the
successful management and control of a business;
develop a coherent plan for the profitable management of a business;
research and investigate the different approaches to strategic analysis and strategy
formation in organisations;
evaluate and develop the resource-based view of the firm, and identify critical firm-
specific resources;
critically evaluate and analyse the global context in which contemporary
organisations operate, and its impact on management practices across the range of
functional activities;
design, apply and develop key issues in selected areas of management study.
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On successful completion of the team and individual projects students will additionally be
able to:
critically discuss the requirements for a successful consultancy project;
critically review the literature on a business management issue,
defend and justify a research design in relation to the investigation of a defined
research question.
Transferable skills
On completion of the core and elective modules students will have had the opportunity to:
manage their own time and learning;
work with others in applying analytical and creative approaches to a range of
organisational problems;
present and defend interpretations of organisational behaviour and proposals for
future action;
interpret and utilise financial and operational data on business performance;
create and implement an operational plan for a business;
use a range of tools for the analysis of a firm’s strategy and resource capabilities.
On completion of the team and individual projects students will additionally have had the
opportunity to:
work with others in analysing an organisational situation and presenting an action
plan for change;
collect and analyse data relevant to a defined research question;
draw conclusions from investigation and present a persuasive report of their findings;
manage their own time on a substantial research project.
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7.2. The Structure of the Study Programme
The table below presents the structure of the programme Table 7.1
Professional Master’s study programme “Master of Business Administration ”
Module Part ECTS credits (with 4 year education)
ECTS credits(with 3year education)
Method of assessment
Essentials of Management Studies B 1.5 1.5 AssignmentManaging Organisations A 6 6 Assignment,
examinationMarkets and Marketing A 6 6 Assignment,
examinationFinancial and Business Performance Managament
A 6 6 Assignment, examination
Innovation and Creativity A 4.5 4.5 Assignment, examination
Organisational Psychology B 3 3 Assignment, examination
Strategic Management A 6 6 Assignment, examination
Managing Business Operations (Business Simulations)
B 4.5 4.5 Presentation Assignment
Management in Global Context A 6 6 Assignment, examination
Research Methodology and Design
B 1.5 1.5 Assignment
Elective Programme (3 modules in total):
C 6 6 Assignment, examination
Strategic Human Resource Management
C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Management for Financial Value Creation
C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Project Management C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Economics for Managers C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Quantitative Methods C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Corporate Information Strategy C 3 3 Assignment, examination
International Marketing C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Marketing Management C 3 3 Assignment, examination
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Operations Management C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Supply Chain Management C 3 3 Assignment, examination
International Business Law C 3 3 Assignment, examination
Group Project A 9 9 Presentation Assignment
Work placement * 0 30 Presentation assignment
Dissertation / Final Thesis 30 30 PresentationTotal 90ECTS 120 ECTS
Note: work placement* - for the students of the Master’s programme with a 3-year
academic higher education background
The overall content of the programme constitutes 60 Latvian (90 ECTS) credits for
students with a 4-year higher education or 80) and Latvian credits (120 ECTS for students
with a 3-year higher education.
The programme with 60 (90 ECTS) credits include:
Compulsory subjects (part A) – 23 credits/ 34.5 ECTS;
Limited free choice subjects (part B) – 5 credits/7.5 ECTS;
Free choice subjects (part C) – 6 credits /9 ECTS;
Placements – 6 credits/9 ECTS;
Dissertation preparation and presentation – 20 credits/ 30 ECTS.
Table 7.2
A, B and C part course value
Part % LatvianCredits/ ECTS
Part A 38.3% 23/34.5
Part B 8.3% 5/7.5
Part C 10% 6/9
Work placements 10% 6/9
Dissertation 33.3% 20/30
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Total 100% 60/90
The programme with 80 credits/ 120 ECTS includes:
Compulsory subjects (part A) – 23 credits/ 34.5 ECTS
Limited free choice (part B) – 5 credits/7.5 ECTS;
Free choice electives (part C) – 16 credits/24 ECTS;
Work placements – 16 credits/24 ECTS;
Dissertation preparation and presentation– 20 credits/30 ECTS.
RISEBA credits calculation complies with the Directive of the Ministry of
Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia on transition to the internationally
recognised unified credit point system, with the purpose of comparing the value of the
study programmes and students’ load in different higher education institutions in Latvia
and other countries of the European Union. Credits serve as measuring units of students’
studying effort. One credit corresponds to 40 hours of study load including both teaching
hours and independent work. One Latvian credit is equivalent to 1.5 ECTS credits. For
every subject course a student obtains a certain amount of credits if he or she fully and on
time has completed all the tasks using the acquired theoretical knowledge and practical
skills.
Methodological plans include evaluation of students’ knowledge in the following forms:
written tests during the semester, final tests, self-study papers, presentations;
written examination after each subject course completion in compliance with
RISEBA examination requirements.
During the Master’s study programme students also have:
to undertake professional work placements (6 or 16 credits);
to prepare and present successfully (grade not lower than 6) a Master’s dissertation (20
credits).
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7.3. Study Programme Implementation Compliance with the Set Aims
and Objectives, Study Methods and Forms
The study process of the professional higher education Master’s programme
“Master of Business Administration” and the pedagogical process for the academic staff
are determined by RISEBA study regulations and procedure provisions.
The main study regulations and procedures, i.e. – matriculation, attendance,
interruption of or withdrawal from a course, repetition of a course, study fee, payment
rules, faculty work, rules for academic recognition of particular subjects, etc. are
summarised in RISEBA “Student’s Handbook”, which is available to all students.
The main study regulations and procedures for the academic staff are described in
RISEBA “Work Handbook”, which is distributed to all departments.
During the study process the Master’s programme students complete different tasks:
prepare an independent assignment;
participate in group projects
make presentations;
prepare a dissertation.
The aim of preparing an individual assignment is the following:
to get acquainted in a detailed way, acquire and understand the topical questions of
the study subject;
to develop scientific research skills;
to put acquired theoretical knowledge into practice.
Upon completion of the studies students prepare and present a dissertation (Master’
thesis). The aim of a dissertation is to develop understanding of research process through
planning and executing a substantial research project. and to reach the set learning
outcomes, namely to demonstrate that the students are able to :
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critically review selected literature;
compare and select a research methodology appropriate to answering specified
research questions;
analyse, synthesise and draw conclusions from information they have researched;
write a research report in accordance with good academic practice;
manage their own time on a major individual projects;
plan and monitor their progress against the plan;
present written evidence to support arguments;
analyse and present data in an organised way.
In the study process interactive study form and the case study method are used.
This approach gives students an opportunity to prove their analytical and creative abilities.
The students work is to be evaluated in 10-grade scale. Evaluation of the Master’s
dissertation should not be lower than grade 6.
The main study process consists of contact hours under supervision of lecturers,
students self-study and group work. The programme can be delivered in both full-time and
part-time modes.
In the full-time mode the classes take place during the day from 10.00 till 15.00 and
spread over 15 study months (60 credits/90 ECTS) and 20 study months (80 credits/120
ECTS).
For the part-time mode of delivery the studies are spread over 24 months (60
credits/90 ECTS) or 30 months (80 credits/120 ECTS). The classes take place twice a
week in the evening from 17.30 till 21.00. When a module is delivered by a guest lecturer,
the schedule of classes is more intensive, i.e five days per week (Monday to Wednesday,
Friday and Saturday).
Acquisition of knowledge within the study programme takes place in the form of
lectures, seminars, practical lessons, work placements, self-study and consultations with
research tutors. Alongside traditional study forms (lectures, seminars, students’ self-
studies) interactive study methods are practiced as well: project works, group works,
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creative seminars, discussion methods and case studies. The study programme incorporates
specialised individually selected scientific field: participation in methodological and
professional seminars as well as scientific conferences.
For each study module a “module set” is created, which includes:
module programme and description;
module syllabus;
list of recommended literature;
list of topics for self-study;
samples of home assignments, tests;
samples of completed assignments;
variants of written examination tasks;
samples of handouts.
Besides, the study “module set” contains:
methodological tips on how to complete and lay out tests, self-study works and
dissertation (distributed to each student), study course methodological regulations and
study materials that are available at the library;
consultation schedules;
computerised study materials.
7.4. Applied assessment methods and their justification
Methods of learning and knowledge evaluation are objective and consequently
applied at RISEBA. There are two evaluation criteria for study results in RISEBA –
qualitative and quantitative:
Qualitative evaluation – grades within a10-grade scale are awarded (pls. refer to the
Table 7.3.) or mark pass or fail is given,
Quantitative evaluation – credits are awarded according to the subject’s scope and
importance.
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In RISEBA, a Master’s programme students’ knowledge quality is evaluated within
a 10-grade scale in accordance with the instruction of the Ministry of Education and
Science. Examinations, assignments, work placements, team projects and dissertations are
evaluated with a grade. In order to evaluate compliance of students’ accomplished work
with the plan of studies, it is evaluated quantitatively with credits on semester basis – one
credit corresponds to 40 hours. The lowest pass mark for individual components of a
module is 40% however the lowest pass mark for the whole module is 50%.
When teaching of one module is shared by two lecturers, the examinations scripts
and assignments are first-marked by RISEBA lecturers and then sent over to the University
of Salford for second marking to ensure the consistency in teaching and marking standards.
The total amount of credits in each semester is set in the plan of studies. The
accomplished students’ work is evaluated once in each semester and each year, thus
ensuring that the accomplished work complies with the study plan.
Evaluation of students’ work on lectures and individual work should be done
throughout the semester on regular basis. Each lecturer regularly performs control of
students’ knowledge by using different assessment methods set in the study programme
(tests, home assignments, reports and presentations, seminars etc.).
Studies of a particular course are positively evaluated, if the student meets the
requirements of the course lecturer within the time schedule set, i.e. until examination
(except it is agreed to be done in other way, for example, there is authorised prolongation
received).
Work placements are guided and coordinated by the supervisor of work
placements. The results should be presented until the deadline set in the work placement
documentation.
The method of evaluation is set in the programme of each course. The final
evaluation of the course is positively influenced by a student’s regular work during the
study semester.
The lecturer keeps the right to set requirements for successful studies of a particular
course. Students are introduced with these requirements at the beginning of each semester.
The requirements depend on specifics of the course as well as the structure of the course.
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Table 7.3
Evaluation of students’ knowledge
Level of comprehension
Evaluation in % Local
grade DescriptionECTS grade
Evaluation criteria:
Knowledge, skills and proficiency
Very high
96 – 10010 With
distinction
AKnowledge exceeds standard requirements of the programme. A student is involved in independent researches and demonstrates deep understanding of an issue.
90 – 95 9 Excellent AKnowledge fully meets the requirements of the programme, a student is capable of applying the knowledge to real life situations.
High
80 – 89
8 Very good
BKnowledge fully meets the requirements of the programme, however in some cases a student cannot demonstrate deep understanding of an issue and is not able to apply the knowledge to more complicated situations.
70 – 79 7 Good CKnowledge meets the requirements of the programme; however, there are some minor deficiencies in the acquisition of knowledge.
Average
60 –69 6 Almost good DKnowledge meets the requirements of the programme; however, there are some deficiencies in the acquisition of certain major issues.
50 – 59 5 Satisfactory EIn general the programme has been acquired, but a student cannot demonstrate deep understanding of a number of major issues.
40 – 49
4 Almost satisfactory
E/FXIn general, the programme has been acquired, but a student cannot demonstrate understanding of a number of major issues and is not able to apply the acquired knowledge to real life situations.
Low 26 – 39 3 Bad Fail
A student has basic understanding of major issues of the subject, but cannot apply the knowledge to real life situations.
10 – 25 2 Very bad Fail Acquired superficial knowledge of basic issues of the course, but lacks understanding of the most important problems.
1 – 9 1 Very, very bad Fail Lack of basic understanding of the
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key issues of the course.
7.5. MBA Programme Students and Graduates
7.5.1. Students Profile
Candidates for the MBA programme must have academic or professional
Bachelor’s degree or professional higher education with the right to continue studies in a
Master’s programme. They also should have at least two years of work experience.
Tuition fee is paid by students themselves or by other persons and organisations, as
well as from other financial sources or from state loans. Tuition fee amount and payment
procedures are regulated by RISEBA Senate.
The number of matriculated students of the professional higher education MBA
programme in the academic year 2005. /2006. was 15 people.
Below the summary of the students profile by cohorts is provided
Table 7.4
MBA students’ profile
Cohort number
Average age Average work experience
Positions held in organisations
1 32 10 DirectorsManagers Others
6%72%22%
2 29 8 DirectorsManagersOther
50%50%0%
3 28 7 DirectorsManagersOther
33%38%29%
4 29 7.5 DirectorsManagersOther
54%23%23%
5 26 6 DirectorsManagersOther
19%44%37%
The analysis of the student body composition proves that these are mature students
with substantial work experience. Majority of the students hold managerial positions in
their companies.
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7.5.2 Students’ research work
The main way for the students to conduct research project is research for the
Master’s dissertation. Below are listed the topics of the student’s thesis:
The Impact of Total Quality Management on Employees and Customers of a Latvian
Construction service Company "Lec" Ltd.
Development of an Export Strategy for Package Wastewater Treatment Plants.
Development of a Market Strategy for an Organisation Entering a New Market in
Latvia.
The Feasibility of Auditing Innovation within an Educational Institution.
Effective Knowledge Management as a Means of Decreasing Development time and
Redundancy in an International Software Company.
Motivation of Sales Force in Representative Office of a Large Pharmaceutical
Company Sanofi-Synthelabo in Latvia.
The Impact of Leadership Influence on the Motivation of Employees.
Development of Effective Financial Criteria for Selecting Capital Investment
Projects.
Is It Feasible to Develop an Effective Marketing Strategy, Based on Specialists'
Perception for Consumer Healthcare Market in Latvia?
Development of a Marketing Strategy for a New Company in Latvia.
Evaluation of the Effects of Role Ambiguity and Organisational Structure on the
Work Performance.
How to Enable Successful Merger of Small Companies.
Research into Factors Affecting Business Failure of Small and Medium Enterprises.
What is the Impact of Stress on the Performance of a Manager and Employee?
Research in Factors Affecting Attractiveness of Latvian Shipping Sector.
Research into Key Market Success factors for Energy Beverages in Latvia.
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Main Risks and Risk Management System at the Bank.
Core competences as Sources of Synergy in Acquisitions.
Knowledge on Public-Private Partnership Concept in Business Environment of
Latvia.
Competitive Advantage Based on Cultural Identities of Localities in the Era of
Globalization.
Causes of Labour Turnover in Banks.
The Viability of Development of New Corporate Strategy within an Existing
International Organisation.
Assessment of the Current Corporate Culture and its Contribution to the High
Performance of the Organisation.
Implications of Rapid Growth in Grambling Industry's Company in Latvia.
Research into Factors that Impact on the Success of Technological Innovation
7.5.3. MBA Graduates
Taking into consideration the fact, that implementation of the professional higher
education MBA programme” started in the academic year 2005 /2006 there are no
graduates in 2006 year. However 33 students from previous cohorts have graduated with
the MBA degree.
RISEBA tries to involve programme graduates into teaching activities as well. For
example, Jurijs Taroviks, who graduated in 2004, delivered a lecture “Multi-Sensual
Marketing: How to Build a Powerful Brand” for the current students. He shared his
experience of creation of a successful business and how he had been developing this
business idea during his studies at the programme.
Programme graduates also participate in the programme presentation for potential
candidates.
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7.5.4. Students Involvement in the Improvement of the Study Process.
RISEBA is committed to obtaining feedback from students on the quality of their
learning experience. Student views are obtained in a variety of ways, for example through
tutors, course reviews and module evaluation questionnaire. The Master’s programme
students have a possibility to participate in the study improvement process, by explaining
their suggestions to a particular study course lecturer or head of the department, as well as
with the help of RISEBA Students Council, the representatives of which take part in
Senate meetings.
Formal feedback comprises regular Students and Staff Committees which take
place twice a year and two student representatives from each cohort are invited to the
meting with programme leaders. The aim of theses meeting is to provide an opportunity for
the students to formally express their opinion of various issues of the programme.
Another form of the formal feedback is evaluation questionnaires.The evaluative
questionnaire is part of a monitoring system between staff and students (see figure 7.1.
below). The effectiveness of the system depends on the active implementation of all
aspects of the system.
Lecturer Evaluative questionnaire Students
Summary of the students view and lecturer’s response
Programme administration
Fig. 7.1. Module Feedback Loop
It is the responsibility of the Programme Administration to oversee the system and
ensure that: a) the results of the questionnaires are actively considered within the school;
and b) the students feel that their views are an important input to the teaching and learning
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process. If students feel that their views are not being listened to, they should inform
Programme Administration who will take the matter further.
At the end of every module the students receive a questionnaire from the
programme administrator and they are supposed to feel it in and send back.
The questionnaire comprises four questions, which helpe to reveal the importance of the
study course.
Question 1:
How could you evaluate the course? (the evaluation scale: “very satisfactory”,
“satisfactory”, “neither satisfactory nor unsatisfactory”, “unsatisfactory”, “very
unsatisfactory”)
Question 2:
Do you agree with the statement: “I would recommend this study subject to my friends,
who might be interested in it.”? (the evaluation scale: “strongly agree”, “agree”, “neither
agree nor disagree”, “disagree”, “strongly disagree”).
Question 3:
Please, comment on 3 aspects you liked about the subject.
Question 4:
Please, comment on 3 aspects you disliked about the subject.
A sample of the questionnaire and the analysis of the feedback questionnaires by
module is provided in Appendix 7.
It is obvious from the results of the survey that most of the programme students are
satisfied with the study programme and its quality. Some modules are shared by lecturers
from the University of Salford and RISEBA. In these cases the students fill in two
questionnaires - separate for two parts of the course as it is important for RISEBA to
monitor differences in students evaluations not only per module but per lecturer ‘origin’ as
well.
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The general trends identified by the analysis of the feedback are as follows:
Strengths: The students consider that the content of the modules is important and
interesting. They value interactive style of teaching, extensive use of case studies and
practical approach combined with explanation of theory. It is appreciated that many
practical examples are derived form local companies and practical experience of tutors.
Weaknesses: Some modules are ‘packed’ with information and students would
need more time to cover the material.
Upon completion of the module a lecturer submits a Module Review Form where
he/ she assess the group performance and comments on organisational and methodological
problems. The lecturers also analysis the feedback from the students and provides his/her
plans for corrective actions for the next module.
7.6. Academic Staff
7.6.1. Human Resource Policy
RISEBA has developed the following human resource policy :
to ensure that all programme courses are delivered by qualified lecturers with good
academic standing, who are trained and use modern teaching methods, and have
knowledge and experience in human resource management, organisational behaviour,
business management and legislation.
to ensure that at least 50% of the staff are employed on the full time basis ;
to attract foreign and other higher educational institutions professors as guest lecturers
for teaching internationally related subjects:
University of Salford (Great Britain);
IMISP- International Management Institute St.Petersburg;
EBS - Estonian Business School( Estonia);
MIRBIS – Moscow International Higher School (Moscow);
Comenius University (Slovakia);
Haaga University of Applied Science in Finland;
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to invite representatives from businesses and organisations to teach professional field
related subjects:
Latvian Human Resource Management Association ,
Lattelekom,
Parex Banka,
Latvijas Krājbanka,
Hansabanka”,
ALMIA
Price Waterhouse Coopers,
to encourage training of RISEBA teaching staff, sponsoring training programmes,
Master’s studies and Doctoral studies for:
Ludmila Afoņina,
Jelena Borodina,
Julija Bulatova,
Jelena Ivanova,
Ella Kalnina
Polina Naidenko
Irina Sennikova
Janis Vanags, etc
7.6.2. Academic Staff Profile
RISEBA full time academic staff comprises 53 lecturers, 22 of them or 41.5% have
doctoral degrees. Besides highly qualified academic staff teachers at RISEBA on the part
time basis, also foreign guest lecturers are invited on the regular basis. (United Kingdom,
Finland, France, Estonia, Lithuania, Russia etc), In the table below information about full
time academic staff is presented:
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Table 7.5.
RISEBA Full Time Academic Staff
No Family Name, Name Academic Position Degree1 Afoņina Ludmila Lecturer, Language Department Higher Education
2 Bahmane Ludmila Assistant Professor, Marketing and Management Department. PhD in Economics
3 Boikova Tatjana Associated Professor, Economics and Finance Department PhD in Economics
4 Borodina Jeļena Lecturer, EBS programme Bachelor Degree in Linguistics
5 Bulatova Jūlija Lecturer, Marketing and Management Department
Master Degree in Social Psychology
6 Burakovs Georgijs Associated Professor, IT and Mathematics Department Doctor of Engineering
7 Čirjevskis Andrejs Associated Professor, Marketing and Management Department PhD in Economics
8 Fricberga Zigrīda Assistant Professor, Language Department Higher Education
9 Grīnglazs Leonīds Professor, IT and Mathematics Department
Doctor of Science in Mathematics
10 Gūtmanis Normunds Assistant Professor, Marketing and Management Department
Master Degree in Mathematics
11 Ivanova Jeļena Lecturer, EBS programme Master Degree in Linguistics
12 Ivanova Tatjana Assistant Professor, Economics and Finance Department PhD in Economics
13 Jasjko Danute Leading researcher PhD in Economics
14 Kalniņa Ella Salford MBA Programme Director Master of Business Administration
15 Kants Kalevs Associated Professor, Marketing and Management Department PhD in Economics
16 Kavala Sarmīte Assistant Professor, Language Department Higher Education
17 Konovalova Natālija Assistant Professor, Economics and Finance Department PhD in Economics
18 Kozlinskis Vulfs Vice-rector of research PhD in Economics
19 Krēmers Leonids Lecturer, IT and Mathematics Department
Master Degree in Computer Science
20 Kurovs Boriss Associated Professor, Marketing and Management Department PhD in Economics
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21 Kuzmina Irina Associated Professor, Economics and Finance Department PhD in Economics
22 Leitāne Līga Lecturer, Economics and Finance Department
Master Degree in Economics
23 Lešinskis Aloizs Assistant Professor, Informātikas un matemātikas katedrā
Master Degree in Engineering
24 Liede Vitauts Assistant Professor, Marketing and Management Department Higher Education
25 Liepiņa Rūta Assistant Professor, Language Department
Master Degree in Social Science
26 Limanskis Andrejs Associated Professor, Economics and Finance Department PhD in Economics
27 Maļeško Jeļena Assistant Professor, Language Department Higher Education
28 Muravjovs Valentīns Assistant Professor, Law Department Higher Education
29 Naidenko Poļina EBS Programme Director Master Degree in Business Adminiatrtion
30 Niedrītis Jānis-Ēriks Associated Professor, Marketing and Management Department PhD in Economics
31 Ņikitina Svetlana Lecturer, Language Department Higher Education
32 Pančenko Ērika Assistant Professor, Economics and Finance Department Doctor of Engineering
33 Petrovs Anatolijs Associated Professor, Marketing and Management Department PhD in Economics
34 Pēce Rasa Lecturer, Economics and Finance Department Higher Education
35 Pētersons Leonīds Assistant Professor, Mārketinga un menedžmenta katedrā Doctor of Engineering
36 Polis Fēlikss Lecturer, Law Department Master Degree in Law
37 Remeza Olga Lecturer, EBS Programme Master Degree in Engineering
38 Rubene Aija Lecturer, Language Department Higher Education
39 Rurāne Marita Assistant Professor, Economics and Finance Department Higher Education
40 Senņikova Irina Assistant Professor, Marketing and Management Department
Master of Business Administration
41 Sidorčuka Irina Lecturer, Language Department Master Degree in Pedagogy
42 Streļčonoka Anžella Assistant Professor, Language Department
Master Degree in Social Science
43 Šņepste Vineta Lecturer, Economics and Finance Department
Master Degree in Economics
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44 Treiguts Egmonts Assistant Professo, IT and Mathematics Department Master Degree in Physics
45 Valdovska Elga Assistant Professor, Marketing and Management Department Higher Education
46 Vanags Jānis Assistant Professor, Economics and Finance Department Higher Education
47 Vīka Ināra Professor, IT and Mathematics Department PhD in Economics
48 Vīra Raina Associated Professor, Marketing and Management Department Doctor of Pedagogy
49 Zakutajeva Tatjana Assistant Professor, Language Department
Master Degree in Pedagogy, Master of Business Administration
50 Zasjadko Natālija Lecturer, EBS programme Master Degree in Management
51 Gorbaceviča Lilija Director of public relations PhD
52 Nikolajeva Ļubova Director of study programme PhD in Economics
53 Nikolajevs Andrejs Associated Professor PhD in Economics
Academic staff engaged in the MBA programme delivery is presented in the table 7.6.
Table 7.6.
Academic staff allocation by subject area
Module Title Part Lecturers
Essentials of Management Studies B Dr. E.Doran, University of Salford
Managing Organisations A Dr. S. Sharifi, University of Salford,
I.Senņikova, RISEBA
Markets and Marketing A K.Kroos, Estonian Business School
P. Naidenko, RISEBA
Financial and Business Performance
Managament
A Dr.A.Limanskis, RISEBA
Dr. Ed. Doran, University of Salford
Innovation and Creativity A Dr S. Sharifi University of Salford,
E.Kalniņa , RISEBA
Organisational Psychology B J.Bulatova, RISEBA
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Strategic Management A Dr. A.Čirjevskis, RISEBA
Dr. G. Wood, University of Salford
Managing Business Operations
(Business Simulations)
B Dr. Ed Doran, University of Salford
Dr. P. Kidger, University of Salford
Management in Global Context A Dr B.Ingham, University of Salford
Dr J. Swift , University of Salford
Research Methodology and Design B Dr. E.Doran, University of Salford
Elective Programme (3 modules in
total):
C
Strategic Human Resource
Management
C Dr.P.Kidger, University of Salford
Dr..Luptakova Comenius University
Management for Financial Value
Creation
C Dr.A.Čirjevskis, RISEBA
Dr.A.Limanskis, RISEBA
Project Management C Dr.G. Burakovs, RISEBA
Dr Ed Doran, University of Salford
Economics for Managers C Dr. D.Jasko, RISEBA
Quantitative Methods C Dr. L.Gringlaz, RISEBA
Corporate Information Strategy C O.Remeza, RISEBA
International Marketing C P.Naidenko, RISEBA
Marketing Management C P.Naidenko, RISEBA
Operations Management C Dr. A. Petrovs, RISEBA
International Business Law C F.Polis, RISEBA
Supply Chain Management C Dr. A. Petrovs, RISEBA
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7.6.3. Assessment of Academic Staff Qualification in Respect to the Programme the
Aims and Objectives
RISEBA creative and motivated academic and administrative staff is the key to
effectively realisation of the school mission and strategy. Staff enthusiasm and innovative
approach to the organisation of the study process ensure quality of teaching today and
serve as basis for optimism for the future. Special attention is paid to the staff training and
development both professionally and intellectually. Most of the teaching staff who do not
yet hold Doctoral degrees study in various doctoral programmes. Academic year
2004/2005 can be considered as the year of boosting research activities. Development of
the research potential and the link with real business environment and employers constitute
an important integral part of RISEBA strategy. Numbers of publications of research
papers, study books and teaching support materials has been constantly growing as well.
Number of doctoral students among the staff is also increasing. More and more RISEBA
academics and students participate in international conferences and seminars, international
exchange programmes, enhance collaboration with other universities both in Latvia and
abroad. Only in the academic year 2004./2005 RISEBA lecturers participated in 27
international conferences and 10 seminars. 30 research papers were published in Latvia
and abroad.
Nine of RISEBA lecturers (I. Sennikova, J. Vanags, Dr L. Petersons, E.Kalnina,
Dr. G.Burakov, P.Naidenko, Dr. A. Petrovs, Dr. A. Limanskis, Dr. A Cirjevskis) have been
registered as honorary visiting staff of the University of Salford and have received
usernames and passwords to allow them remote access to University of Salford
Information system. All lectureres form the Universtity of Salford teaching at the
programme have PhD (100%). All in all 75 % of teaching staff involved in the programmē
have doctoral degrees.
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7.6.3.1. Research Activities of RSEBAA Academic Staff Most Important Research
Projects in Departments
Economics and Finance Department
Impact of the Agricultural and Rural Policy on the Development of the Latvian Agricultural Sector Dr.oec. Danuta Jasjko
Entrepreneurship Development in Latvia Latvian Accounting Standards in the EU Context. International Accounting Standards and International harmonisation
Dr.oec. Irina Kuzmina
Entrepreneurship Environment in Latvia/Norway Dr.oec. Andrejs Limanskis
International and Local Energy Markets, Investments Attraction and Taxation Mg. oec. Līga Leitāne
Problems of Managerial Accounting in Latvian Companies Introduction of Effective Accounting Policies in Businesses Enhancement of the Control systems in Business
Dr.oec. Tatjana Ivanova
Long Wave Cycles, Long Term Economic Development Macroeconomic InstabilitiesResearch into Problems of the New Economy Development, Cycles of Business Activity and Innovative Economy Growth
Dr.oec. Tatjana Boikova
Further Development of the Securities Markets Mg.oec. Vineta Šņepste
Management and Marketing Department
Changes in the External Environment and Competitiveness of the Latvian Businesses Problems of the Labour Market Management and Human Resource Managerial Potential Development
Life Quality Issues Small and Medium Enterprises Management Enhancement of Professional and Academic Higher Education System Company Value Maximisation Management
Analysis of prognosis (forecast) mistakes, using GARCHA type models
Dr.oec. Jānis Ēriks Niedrītis
Dr.oec. Boriss Kurovs
Dr.oec. Andrejs ČirjevskisMg.math. Normunds Gūtmanis
Business Study Programmes Marketing and Management Human Resource Management Issues Dr.oec. Kalevs Kants
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Quality Management Systems in Higher Education Knowledge Management EU Labour Market Issues Information Systems Development and Administration and Project Management Problems of motivation, stereotypes, dependency, innovations and creativity Mg. phil. Jūlija Bulatova
IT and Mathematics Department
Automated Learning and Assessment Systems Information Systems un to Application Packages; Analysis and Modelling of Complex Systems; Document Flow Systems, Decision Making Systems, Data Securing and Encoding
Mg.ing. Aloizs Lešinskis
Smart Computer Technologies, Decision Making Systems, Decision Trees. Mg.ing.Egmonts Treiguts
Quantitative Methods in Economics Algebraic Automats
Dr.math. Leonīds Grīnglazs
Language Department
Translation of research papersWord Order in Research Publications Zigrīda Fricberga
Development of Quality Systems for Improving of Academic Staff Performance Usage of Case Studies in Teaching Optimisation of Business Communication
Mg.paed. Tatjana Zakutajeva
Daugavpils Branch
Contemporary Gold Market and its Impact of EU Economy A.NikolajevsMg.oec. Nataļja Seļivanova
Real Estate Analysis and Valuation Mg.oec. Jānis RadionovsImpact of the Taxation System on the Regional Economic Development Mg. oec. Marina Kuzenko
Other Business Macro Environment: Evaluation and AnalysisUzņēmēju gaidu lietderība prognozēšanas mērķim Dr.habil.oec. Vulfs Kozlinskis
Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia MBA Irina SenņikovaProject ManagementTransport and Logistics Export Strategic Planning
Dr.sc.ing.Georgijs Burakovs
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In academic year 2004/2005 RISEBA academic and administrative staff
participated in the following conferences, seminars and training programmes.
Bled School of Management (IEDC) Slovenia
CEEMAN training programme for programme administrators
Bled School of Management (IEDC) Slovenia
IMTA - International Management Teachers Academy
Beer Sheva, Israel International Symposium "Stochastic Models in Reliability, Safety and Logistics" (SMRSSL '05)
COMENIUS Universitāte
Seminar "The implications of Changing Environment for Business Education"
Yuznouralski State University Cheljabinsk, Russia
Conference "Collaboration Between Business and Business Education in Russia Regions: Problems and Solutions
Bled School of Management (IEDC), Bled, Slovenia
Seminar "Consultancy for Management Educators"
St Petersburg State University of Engineering Economics, Russia
Conference „ Issues of Regional Economy development ”
World Council for Corporate GovernanceLondon, United Kingdom
The Sixth International World Council for Corporate Governance
Bled School of Management (IEDC), Bled, Slovenia
International Management Teachers Academy 2005
Riga, Latvia "BALTIC FORUM 2005"Byelorussian State University of Economics, Minsk, Byelorussia
VI International Conference Management and Marketing Theory and Practice
Ventspils University CollegeVentspils, Latvia
International Research Conference „Information Society and Modern Business”
University of Greenwich Business School, Londona, Great Britain
3rd International Scientific Conference „Accounting and Finance in Transition”
Harvard Business SchoolBostona, ASV
EUROPEAN ENTREPRENEURSHIP COLLOQUIUM ON PARTICIPANT-CENTERED LEARNING
Cape Town, South Africa 5th International Entrepreneurship ForumEFMDBarselona, Spain
35. International Conference "Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Small Business Conference 2005: Sustaining the Entrepreneurial Spirit Over Time"
Latin American Council of Management SchoolsSantiago, Chile
GLOBAL FORUM ON MANAGEMENT EDUCATION
Vytautas Magnus University International Conference „Humanities in
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Kauņa, Lithuania New Europe”Riga, Latvia Latvian Congress of Human Resource
Management 2005Tallinn, Estonia 3rd Annual BMDA Conference „A
Celebration of Variety Building on Differences”
Riga, Latvia 9.HRM conferenceRiga, Latvia 59. conference of Latvian intellectuals
„Latvia in Europe: New Opportunities and Challenges for Latvian Regions”
From the year 2004 RSEBAA academic staff have been participating in the
following research projects:
Project title Participants Nordplus Neighbour„Creation of training programme for human resource development and promotion of social responsibility.
Mg.phil. Jūlija Bulatova,
„Sustaining the Entrepreneurship Spirit in Latvia/Norway”
Dr.oec. Andrejs Limanskis, RISEBADr.oec.doc. Boriss Kurovs, RISEBA Partners: The University of Life Sciences (UMB) Assoc.prof.Gro Ladegard un Prof. Anders Lunnan
Students research conference: „Long-term competitiveness of the business : problems and solutions”
Project manager: Mg.phil. Jūlija Bulatova, RISEBAStudents from RSEBAA, SSE Riga, TSI, LLU, LU, Liepaja Pedagogy Academy.
European Thematic Network for the Excellence in operations and supply chain management education, research and practice (THENEXOM)
Dr.sc.ing. Georgijs Burakovs, RISEBAOther participants:University of Sevilla (Spain), IESE Business School – University of Navarra (Spain), University of Padova (Italy), Aston University (University), Corvinus Unversity of Budapest (Hungary).
Economic efficiency of education in Latvia. The impact of education on income and employment levels.
Project manager: Andrejs Nikolajevs, RISEBA Daugavpils branch
National partner, member of the project core group in EU Sixth Framework Research Programme Quality of Life and Management of Living Resources: STREP “Agricultural Member States Modelling for the EU and
Project manager:: Danuta Jasjko, Economics and Finance Department RISEBA
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Eastern European Countries” (SSPE-CT-2005-021543) 2006 The Swedish Foundation for small business research (FSF) project“Creating a systematic evaluation methods in the area of entrepreneurship and innovation policy”
RSEBAA is national partner in the project
7.6.3.2 Joint Research
RISEBA and University of Salford staff are engaged in joint research projects.
Recently two conference papers were presented as outcome of the joint research:
“The Contribution of Intellectual Entrepreneurship to the Economic Transformation
of the Economy of Latvia” - presented by Irina Sennikova (RISEBA) and Dr Peter
Kidger (University of Salford) at the 19th Annual Employment Research Unit
Conference, „Management, Work and Organisation in Post-socialist Societies” at
Cardiff Business School, 8th -9th September, 2004.
“Educating Entrepreneur” - presented by Dr Ed Doran (University of Salford) and
Ella Kalnina (RISEBA) at the International Scientific Conference „ Next Decade
Challenges for Business” in Riga, 2nd- 3rd February, 2006.
7.6.3.3. RISEBA Academic Staff Professional Training and Development
As the MBA programme is jointly delivered by the lectureres from two
institution, it is important to ensure that the same quality standarts are applied by both
institutions. August 2003 Dr. Ed Doran (University of Salford) delivered a training course
for 10 RISEBA lecturers on Research Methodology and Design and Supervision of MBA
Student Dissertation.
In September 2005 Dr Ed Doran delivered another training module: Supervision of
MBA Dissertations – Feedback Session.
RISEBA academic staff, who have participated in seminars, conferences and have
had professional training and development, share their experience in department meetings
and RISEBA Teaching and Learning Practice seminars on the regular basis.
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Within the framework of RISEBA academic staff professional training and
development, the following lecturers plan to improve their individual professional skills
annually:
Economics and Finance Department
N. Konovalova participation in Association of Commercial bank professional training seminar;
participation in RISEBA Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
Vineta Šnepste participation in scientific conferences articipation in RISEBA Teaching and
Learning Practice seminars the English language courses Doctoral programme studies
Jānis Vanags participation in CEEMAN training copurses in Slovenia (Case Study Seminar)
Irina Kuzmina Diploma of Institute of Financial Accountants Great Britain in International Accounting Standards (IAS);
participation in RISEBA Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
the English language courses
Tatjana Boikova participation in scientific conferences;
improvement of English language skills;
participation in RISEBA Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
Ērika Pančenko the improvement of English language skills;
participation in RISEBA Teaching and Learning Practice seminars
Tatjana Ivanova participation in RISEBA Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
participation in practical seminar for accountancy
Līga Leitāne work on PhD dissertation; International accountant standard
training courses; participation in scientific
conferences;
Marita Rurāne participation in RISEBA Teaching
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and Learning Practice seminars; participation in Financial
Management seminars;
Andrejs Limanskis Participation in CEEMAN training courses (Case Study Seminar)
Rasa Pēce GAAP training course. IAB certificate (Interantional Association of Bok-keeprs);
Management and Marketing Department
Ludmila Bahmane participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars
J. Bulatova participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars
Doctoral studies;
N. Gūtmanis participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
participation in conferences; Doctoral studies; exchange of experience with other
higher education institutions
V. Liede participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
participation in conferences; exchange of experience with other
higher education institutions;
E. Niedrītis participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars
exchange of experience with other higher education institutions
applied research in the industry;
A. Petrovs participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
participation in training and development courses
L. Pētersons participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
participation in training and development courses ;
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E. Valdovska participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars;
participation in practical work of professional associations;
R. Vīra participation in RISEBA and department Teaching and Learning Practice seminars
Law Department
1. to ensure that lecturers of department participate in training and development
seminars in Faculty of Law (University of Latvia), the Register of Enterprises of
the Republic of Latvia (ER), the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Latvia,
Latvian Investment and Development Agency during the whole academic year;
2. to continue Doctoral programme studies at the Faculty of Law ( University of
Latvia), planning PhD dissertation presentation in year 2006 ( lecturer Feliks Polis);
3. to ensure changes of the content of the study course in accordance with the
amendment and changes of Legislation of Latvia – all the lecturers of the
department, int. al. guest lecturers;
4. to participate in scientific conferences of Latvian schools and universities, taking
into consideration problems (according to the separate plan) – all the lecturer of the
department;
5. to keep up with the latest theoretical and practical publications in the area of legal
literature.
Department of Information Technologies and Mathematics
Egmonts Treiguts: Doctoral programme. Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology (Riga Technical University), faculty of Computer Science and Information Technologies (Riga Technical University), Resolution supporting group;
The English language courses at RISEBA
Aloizs Lešinskis Participation in Information Technologies Company “Dati Pro”
Analysis of Time Rows Using Artificial Neuron Networks
8. Jūlija Bulatova University of Latvia, Doctoral Programme
Ethic Aspects of Business Leaders Couching
7.6.2.4. RISEBA Publishing (2000-2006)
To increase the quality of the study process and promote RISEBA, the aim of
the RISEBA publishing is to prepare, publish and sell the published works in Latvian,
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English, Russian and other languages to RISEBA and other school students and
faculties, as well as to the broad part of the society, connected with business.
Senņikova I. Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia. The International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Volume 3, Number 1, February 2002;
Senņikova I., Kalniņa E. Assessing Management Training Needs in Central and Eastern Europe. Survey of Selected Enterprises in Latvia, European Training Foundation, 2000;
Kuzmina I., Enterpreneurship and Small Business Development in Latvia Small Firms and Economic Development in Developed in Transition Economics: A Reader, Edited by David A.Kirby and Anna Watson. / Ashgate. ISBN 0754630609. London 2003;
Kuzmina I., Šulca O., Sproģe I.,Kapitāla aktīvdaļas cenu veidošanās dinamiskā modeļa analīze / LZP Ekonomikas un juridiskās zinātnes galvenie pētījumu virzieni 2002. gadā, Nr.8, Rīga, 2003;
Kuzmina I., Oļevskis G., Saulītis J., Dzelmīte M. Latvijas rūpniecības konkurētspēja ārējā tirdzniecībā / LZP Ekonomikas un juridiskās zinātnes galvenie pētījumu virzieni 2002. gadā, Nr.8, Rīga, 2003;
Niedrītis J. Ē. Inovatīvā uzņēmējdarbība un tās veicināšana (starptautiskā zinātniskā konference "Baltijas reģiona valstu integrācijas problēmas ceļā uz Eiropas Savienību"), Rēzekne, 2000, 268.-272. lpp.(līdzautore V.Niedrīte);
Pavļenko O., Gūtmanis N. Latvian Financial Market Analysis Using Software WINRATS, 1st International Conference APLIMAT, 2002;
Ajevskis V., Gūtmanis N. Modeling of the Latvian Term Structure of Interest rate, 1st International Conference APLIMAT, 2002;
Ajevskis V., Gūtmanis N., Liepa E. Possibilities to forecast indicators of Latvia's economics, RA starptaut. konf. rakstu krājums, Rīga, 2002;
Niedrītis J.Ē. Mārketings. Rīga, 2001. -241 lpp.
Bahmane L. Mārketings (krievu valodā), Rīga, 2002– 184 lpp.
Rurāne M. Finanšu pārvaldība. Rīga, 2001. - 248 lpp.
Buiķis M. Finanšu matemātika. Rīga, 2002. -124 lpp.
Forands I. Stratēģija. Kvalitāte. Rīga, 2000. - 324 lpp.
Forands I., Bokums Z. Personālvadības rokasgrāmata. Rīga, 2000. – 139 lpp.
Pētersons L., Dzedons A., Caune J. Stratēģiskā vadīšana. Rīga, 2000. - 231 lpp.
Forands I. Personāla vadība. Rīga, 2002. – 184 lpp.
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John Dobson. Industrial Relations in Poland: Survey evidence of workers and managers attitudes and behaviour. Riga: RISEBA, 2000. 41 p. Research Series: Business in Central and Eastern Europe. ISBN 9984-705-00-5
Māris Buiķis. Finanšu matemātika. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2002. 104 lpp. Sērija: Biznesa izglītības bibliotēka. ISBN 9984-705-01-3
Ekonomikas un uzņēmējdarbības problēmas Latvijā: Zinātnisko rakstu izlase. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2002. 159 lpp. Teksts latviešu, angļu, krievu valodā. ISBN 9984-705-02-1
Леонид Гринглаз, Евгений Копытов. Высшая математика для экономистов: Ч 1. Рига, 2003. 230 c. ISBN 9984-705-03-X
Леонид Гринглаз, Евгений Копытов. Высшая математика для экономистов: Ч 2. Рига, 2003. 184 c. ISBN 9984-705-04-8
Grigorijs Oļevskis. Starptautiskā tirdzniecība. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2003. 204 lpp. ISBN 9984-705-05-6
Leonīds Grīnglazs, Jevgeņijs Kopitovs. Matemātiskā statistika: Ar datoru lietojuma paraugiem uzdevumu risināšanai. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2003. 310 lpp. Sērija: Biznesa izglītības bibliotēka. ISBN 9984-705-06-4
Leonīds Grīnglazs, Jevgeņijs Kopitovs. Augstākā matemātika ekonomistiem: Ar datoru lietojuma paraugiem uzdevumu risināšanai. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2003. 380 lpp. Sērija: Biznesa izglītības bibliotēka. ISBN 9984-705-07-2
Māris Buiķis. Finanšu matemātika. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2004. 124 lpp. Sērija Biznesa izglītības bibliotēka. ISBN 9984- 705- 08- 0
Fēlikss Polis. Ievads Eiropas Savienības darba tiesībās = Introduction to European Union Labour Law. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2004.–240 lpp. – Sērija Biznesa izglītības bibliotēka. ISBN 9984-705-09-9
Ekonomikas un finanšu problēmas Latvijā: II Starptautiskā studentu zinātniskā konference: Rakstu krājums. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2005. 269 lpp. ISBN 9984- 705- 11-0
Leonīds Grīnglazs, Jevgeņijs Kopitovs. Krājumu pārvaldības pamati. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2005. 96 lpp. Sērija: Biznesa izglītības bibliotēka. ISBN 9984-705-16-1
Marita Rurāne. Finanšu menedžments. Rīga: RSEBAA, 2005. 384 lpp. Sērija: Biznesa izglītības bibliotēka. ISBN 9984-705-12-9
Teaching and Learning Support Publications
Table 7.8.
Teaching and Learning Support publications, prepared in 2002.-2005
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Department of Economics and Finance
Department of Marketing and Management
Department of Law Department of Computer Science and Mathematics
29 titles 118 titles 16 titles 53 titles
7.6.4. Policies for Academic Staff Recruitment, Selection, Training and Development
In compliance with the Law on Higher Educational Institutions, Clause 27
RISEBA academic staff is comprised of: professors, associated professors, assistant
professors, leading researchers, lectors, researchers, assistants. Academic staff are elected
the academic positions in accordance with Latvian legislation and the Regulations on
Election of Academic personnel at RISEBA. The Regulations stipulate the relevance of
academic qualification to the requirements of the Law on Higher Education Institutions,
clauses 32.,36., 38., 39. and 40.
RISEBA Rector signs an employment contract with the elected member of
academic staff for a certain period of time. After the period is over and if it is necessary,
there is an open call to apply for a certain academic position and elections take place in
accordance with the standard policies and procedures.
RISEBA academic staff participate in training and development
programmes and seminars both in Latvia and abroad, participated in academic staff
mobility projects. Full time staff have opportunities to attend professional development
programmes as it is stipulated in the Council of Ministers Requirements for the Teaching
Personnel Education and Professional Qualification.
Majority of the full time academic staff attended various conferences in
Latvia and abroad both presenting their papers and as conference participants. Almost all
lecturers have participated in training and development courses relevant to their subject
area. Of course, international conferences held in Latvia attract more participants for
RISEBA. For example, in 2006 RISEBA organised an international research conference
“The Next Decade Challenges For Business “ and 25 % of RISEBA academic staff
participated in the conference.
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Over the period from year 2000 till year 2005 RISEBA lecturers have
published more that 258 publications in various research journals and conference
proceedings (See Appendix 8).
During the last two years several study texts have been published, for
example: M. Rurāne „Finanšu menedžments” (Financial Management); L. Grīnglazs, J.
Kopitovs „Krājumu pārvaldības pamati” (Principles of Stock Management); F. Polis
„Ievads Eiropas Savienības darba tiesībās = Introduction to European Union Labour Law”;
M. Buiķis „Finanšu matemātika” (Financial Mathematics); J.Ē. Niedrītis „Mārketings”
(Marketing).
When developing RISEBA strategy, in the year 2006 more attention has
been paid to HR related issues and it is planned that HR strategy and HRM system should
be developed in the nearest future. For example, In the RISEBA Information System the
electronic register of academic staff if foreseen; the strategic plan for RISEBA
development includes budget and activities plan for attraction of young PhD holding
lecturers for full time employment; a new programme of Doctoral studies in Management
is being developed and it is aimed at training own PhD holders for RISEBA.
Various administrative policies and procedures have designed and approve
(for example, on academic staff elections, on administrative staff elections, lecturers tasks
and responsibilities etc.), uzsākts darbs pie new personnel appraisal and remuneration
systems based on equality and transparency principles are being developed at present.
RISEBA development plan also includes the project of personnel
satisfaction level assessment.
7.7. Sources of Finance and RISEBA Infrastructure
7.7.1. Sources of Finance
Since its foundation, RISEBA has been a self-financing institution.
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According to the evaluation of RISEBA’s fixed and current assets, its total value
as of January 1, 2006 is LVL 1 034 392 (one million thirty four thousand three
hundred and ninety two lats:
fixed assets- LVL 846 610 including:
Land, Meža iela 1, k.2, Riga 53 042
Building, Meža ielai, k.2, Riga 532 972
Building, Mihoelsa 47, Daugavpils 84 239
Appartment-hotel, Caka 44-19 176 357
and current assets- LVL 187 782 including
Computers 53 147 Equipment 46 198
Furniture 42 111
Other (inventory, auto transport,
radio-TV-electro technical equipment 46 326
With this property and fixed assets, RISEBA guarantees all students a possibility to
continue their studies in other higher education institutions in case of RISEBA or a study
programme liquidation.
The main source of financing the professional higher education Master’s
programme “ Master of Business Administration” is the tuition fee. The tuition fee is
calculated, taking into account the average cost per one student, in accordance with the
market price. The tuition fee is confirmed by RISEBA Senate. For students to be enrolled
at RISEBA in the academic year 2006/2007 the tuition fee is LVL 4800 per full
programme.
Master programme students are have different option of how to finance their studies:
personal funds;
employer’s financing;
study loans, if the study programme is accredited;
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sponsor’s financing.
RISEBA offers the following payment options:
for the whole programme;
for each semester separately ;
to pay by instalments according to the payment schedule stipulated in the
contract between RISEBA and a student.
7.7.2. RISEBA Facilities
7.7.2.1. Study Facilities
In comparison to the academic year 2003/2004, RISEBA has substantially
expanded and improved its premises for the study process implementation.
On 1st January, 2006 RISEBA premises constituted 6547, 02 m2 in total, thereof
3340 m2 for study and scientific work and 149 m2 for sport activities. There are 33
classrooms in total, including one for 121 seats, one for 99 seats, two for 88-90 seats, one
for 78 seats, one for 66 seats, five for 50 - 58 seats, two for 40 seats, two for 40 - 48 seats,
six for 36 seats, three for 30 - 34 seats, four for 24 seats and computer classrooms.
All the classrooms are equipped with OHP or multimedia equipment. There are 209
computers at RISEBA, 144 of which are used for teaching and learning purposes.
The three-storey building of the total area 2155,02 m2 has been completely
renovated: there are rooms for 20 - 30 seats on the ground floor; three big amphitheatres
with the most modern office equipment and sensor monitoring system on the first floor, six
rooms for 40-48 seats are being prepared on the second floor.
RISEBA study classrooms in the administration building
In December 2000, RISEBA held a meeting between the School and employers
under the motto "Gateway to international career".
In April 2001, RISEBA in cooperation with Human Resource Management
Association of Latvia, within the framework of the international project “ Management
education needs evaluation in Central and Eastern European countries in the transition
period”, which took place in 9 countries, including Latvia, organized a seminar, in which
the obtained results were analyzed and the necessity for management education was
evaluated.
7.8.2. Membership in International Networks and Organisations
RISEBA is internationally oriented school and realises its mission of “Being a
Gateway to International Careers” through memberships in international associations of
business education and inter-university cooperation.
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In December 1997, the RISEBA was officially affiliated to the University of
Salford, Great Britain (Affiliation Agreement).
RISEBA is a member of most professional associations related to business and
management education:
• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
• Baltic Management Development Association (BMDA);
• Central and East European Management Development Association (CEEMAN);
• Consortium of International Double Degrees (CIDD);
• European Association for International Education (EAIE)
• European Foundation For Management Development (efmd);
• Russian Association of Business Education (RABE).
RISEBA representatives take active part in conferences, seminars and other activities,
organised by the networks.
RISEBA Dean Irina Sennikova is a CEEMAN accreditation expert (member of
the peer review teams). She also is EQUAL Board Member (EQUAL is the international
association of quality assessment and accreditation agencies in the field of European
management education), representing CEEMAN; One of the founding members of the
International Entrepreneurship Forum (University of Essex, OECD LEED programme).
She has worked as a consultant to OECD workshop Capacity Building in
Entrepreneurship and SME development (December 2004). She is a Senior Enterprise
Fellow at School of Entrepreneurship and Business, University of Essex, UK
Head of International Office Ella Kalnina is Board Member and Secretary General
of the CIDD. A joint RISEBA and CIDD conference was organised in Riga in January
2006. Two RISEBA students, Sergejs Jersovs and Maratkuls Kosojevs, participated in the
International Student Conference "Cross -Cultural Issues of Management" organised and
sponsored by CIDD at University of Economics in Bratislava in May 2005.
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7.8.3. Students and Staff Mobility
7.8.3.1. Participation in Erasmus programme
RISEBA has signed bilateral co-operation agreements with the following schools
within the framework of the European Union ERASMUS programme and outside Europe:
Austria FHS Kufstein Tirol Belgium Katholieke Hogeschool Zuid-West-Vlaanderen Cyprus IntercollegeCzech Republic Tomas Bata University in Zlin China Henan University
Henan College of Finance and Taxation HCFTDenmark Aarhus School of Business Estonia Estonian Business SchoolFinland Haaga University of Applied Science
Kajaani Polytechnic France École Supérieure du Commerce Extérieur
Paris Graduate School of Management Group ESG
ESC Troyes
École de Management de Normandie
Université Catholique de Lyon
École Supérieure Libre des Sciences
Germany European Business School
Ludwigshafen University of Applied Sciences
Fachhochschule Mainz - University of Applied Sciences
Fachhochschule Rosenheim
Georgia Caucasus School of Business
Greece Athens University of Economics and Business
Lithuania Vilnius Gediminas Technical University
Netherlands The Inholland University
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Norway Norwegian University of Life Sciences
Poland Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management
Russia Moscow International Higher Business School MIRBIS
International Management Institute of St. Petersburg IMISP
Slovak Republic
Comenius University in Bratislava
Sweden Vaxjo University
United Kingdom
The University of Salford
University of Glamorgan
Erasmus mobility in academic year 2004 /2005: 21 outgoing and 10 incoming
students; 5 outgoing and 5 incoming teachers
In the academic year 2005 /2006 the numbers of participants were as follows: 15
outgoing and 19 incoming students; 10 outgoing and 20 incoming lecturers.
In the academic year 2005./2006. a number of RISEBA lerctureres were
teaching at partner institutions abroad: Jānis Vanags- Lithuania; Ella Kalniņa- France,
United Kingdom, Czech Republic; Andrejs Limanskis- Finland, Germany , Estonia;
Georgijs Burakovs- France, Russia; Anatolijs Petrovs- Russia; Andrejs Čirjevskis- the
Netherlands, Estonia.
RISEBA provides students with a unique opportunity to receive double degrees –
from RISEBA and from a partner university. Double degree agreements have been signed
with 4 institutions:
• Inholland University Rotterdam (Netherlands)
• Haaga University of Applied Science (Finland)
• Vaxjo University (Sweden)
• University of Glamorgan (UK)
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According to these agreements, RISEBA students can spend one academic year in
one of the partner universities, accumulate 60 ECTS credits, write and present a
dissertation at the partner university and then receive their degree.
In the current academic year 2005/2006, two students are studying in Inholland
University and one at Vaxjo University. All in all, 14 students participated in double
degree projects.
Another important means of internationalisation is students’ participation in
internships and placements in other countries. Every year 2nd year students of the
European Studies programme go to France for two months (Bordeaux, Tour) for linguistic
and industrial placement in French companies.
RISEBA students participated in Leonardo da Vinci mobility projects in years 2001
and 2003. 13 and 10 students, respectively, have been participating in 3 months industrial
placements in the United Kingdom.
7.8.3.2. International Students at RISEBA
In academic year 2005/2006 47 international students were studying for RISEBA
degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These students come from:
Managing People; Strategic Human Resource Development (elective)
Organisation Studies Human Resource Management
International Human Resource Management
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RSEBAA Estonian Business School
Durham Business School
Aston Business School EDHEC Business School
Management Strategy
Strategic Management - 6 ECTS
Strategic Management 6 ECTS
Managing in the Competitive Environment Globalizing strategic management (elective)
Strategic Management International Strategic Management; Economic Environment of Business and Strategy; Strategic Issues for Consultants (elective)
General business and economics modules
Management in Global Context- 6 ECTS Markets and Marketing- 6 ECTS Financial and Business Performance Management - 6 ECTS
Microeconomics - 3 ECTS Macroeconomics – 3 ECTS Quantitative and Qualitative research Methods – 6 ECTS
Managing in the Global Context International economics (elective)
Economic environment of business
Economic Environment of Business and Strategy
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RSEBAA Estonian
Business School
Durham
Business School
Aston Business
School
EDHEC Business School
Knowl
edge and skills
integrating
modules
Managing Organisations (A) 6 ECTS
Innovation and Creativity 4.5 ECTS
Research Methodology and Design 1.5 ECTS
Project management 3 ECTS
Knowledge Management and Learning organisation – 3 ECTS
Intercultural Communication and Business Behaviour 3 ECTS
Entrepreneurship and Business Planning - 3 ECTS
Managing systems; Methods of Inquiry; Improving
management decision making
Applied
research; Management
of Innovation
Decision - making in Business; International Legal Risk
Management; Consulting project
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7.10. Quality Assurance
The MBA programme is managed by a Programme Director who is appointed
by the Senate and reports to the Vice Rector of Academic Affairs. Operational issues
of the programme are dealt with by the dedicated programme Administrator,
reporting to the programme Director.
The MBA programme is managed and controlled for quality, academic and
intellectual standing through a series of authorised policies and procedures. At the
heart of the control system are the ‘Board of Study’ meetings which links all
programme activities, thereby, providing a forum for planning, implementing,
analysing, reviewing and as appropriate the introduction of both corrective and
preventive actions against agreed time scales. The ‘Board of Study’ meetings also
provide a communication mechanism between students, staff, RISEBA and the
University of Salford, and at the highest level of management, should that necessity
arise.
Quality assurance system at RISEBA is performed as a part of the school
permanent development and implementation of the long-term development plan,
which includes:
RISEBA alumni prospects in the labour market;
Ensuring continuation of studies and financial guarantees in case of
termination of the study programme, reorganization or other changes
that may occur.
For internal quality assurance of studies there are several criteria developed at
RISEBA in terms of content, structure and evaluation procedures of the studies.
Quality of studies is discussed and analysed at School’s management, departments’
and student association meetings.
An important role in the study programme analysis, self-evaluation, adjusting
and development process is played not only by the lecturers’, but also by students’
and employers’ evaluation and recommendations.
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Very important role for ensuring feedback and quality assurance of the
programme is the process of self-evaluation for a study programme.
In order to perform it successfully, cooperation between RISEBA lecturers
and students takes place. Students provide their feedback on programme content,
organization and perspective in the feedback questionnaires. Regular self-evaluation
of the programme along with discussions on the content and organization of the study
programme ensure its quality and preferable dynamics.
In order to ensure the quality of the programme RISEBA believes it is
essential:
to facilitate the involvement of students in the study process; it includes
evaluation of methodological materials, academic staff performance, so
that students become active participants and real help for lecturers in the
process of quality improvement;
to increase involvement of students for the programme self-evaluation
reports, as well as for development and implementation of decisions of
RISEBA Senate and departments with the aim to improve the dialogue
between students and lecturers;
to pay special attention to the development of internal communication.
To improve the existing and develop a new IT infrastructure, to ensure
that the operation of RISEBA network guarantees the necessary quality
of studies;
to facilitate students’ involvement in research projects, so that they get
involved in the process of solving actual scientific problems, thus
stimulating students’ employment rate in science and providing them
with additional source of income;
to continue encouraging student exchange programmes by guaranteeing
students’ and academic staff mobility;
to promote internationalisation of the studies by attracting foreign
students and professors from abroad.
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to continue developing the system of scholarships for the best RISEBA
students.
The traditional system of quality control and assurance at RISEBA, as well as
the tendency towards its permanent improvement is a guarantee, that the study
programme and its realization process will be constantly enhanced.
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8. Study Programme Development Plan and its
Implementation
A strategic aim of the collaborative provision of the MBA programme is in
future to grant a Dual Award or a Joint Degree from RISEBA and the University of
Salford which is in line with the Bologna policy and the strategic aims set in
Ministers of Education Bergen Communiqué of May 2005.
The main areas of the study programme development are set within the overall
development strategy of RISEBA.
The following is envisaged in the study program development plan:
To continue training and development of the academic staff in order to
ensure the necessary proportion of persons holding PhD. and professors
working full time at RISEBA.
To attract more lecturers with practical experience in business :
To undertake necessary steps for ensuring the further training for the
academic staff, including participation of lecturers and students in
international seminars, workshops, conferences as well as exchange
programmes;
To look for new opportunities for participation in international projects
and joint research;
To establish and develop new, sustainable partnerships with other
relevant universities from the EU countries in order to cooperate within
the framework of programmes and projects.
To constantly enhance RISEBA's teaching and learning facilities :
o To purchase new equipment;
o To increase the number of computers, thus providing more
resources for students and members of the academic staff for
research purposes;
o To develop and renew the library funds;
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To organize RISEBA scientific conferences; to encourage student participation
in other conferences organized by Latvian and foreign universities’ on regular
basis.
To arrange scientific discussions, seminars, workshops and to invite also
students to take part in them on regular basis.
To perform study program self-evaluation on annual basis.
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9. RISEBA Management Structure
The highest decision-making institution of RISEBA is the Constitution
Meeting of the School. The school staff management and decision-making institution
is Senate, headed by a Chairperson.
Senate is summoned according to the needs, but not less than twice a
semester. Senate approves the school study plans, programmes, regulations, study
basic directions, recommends changes in the study programme, elects faculty,
recommends and approves their involvement in the study process, tackles and
approves other essential questions, connected with RISEBA study work.
Operational and Strategic management of the Master’s programmes study
process is provided by RISEBA management team under supervision of the Vice-
Rector. The management team consists of the programme director, department
managers, programme administrator, office assistants. This team meets once a week
to discuss current and strategic issues, makes operational decisions.
Practically all the internal documents are stored electronically, using MS
Office software, as well as special software.
To develop RISEBA management process, professional qualification
improvement courses in the sphere of general management, as well as in specific
professional fields, for the academic staff and other staff members are organised on
regular basis.
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Appendix 1
MBA Programme Module Specifications
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Module title: ESSENTIALS OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Module code: MET53200
Programme part: B
Year of study: 1
Semester: 1
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 1 credits (1.5 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 30 Independent studies: 10 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 10 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 10 hours
Module author: Dr.E.Doran
Aims of module: The aim of this module is to prepare students to enter or continue a postgraduate level of management education. The module provides an introduction to study skills and specifically effective learning techniques, learning theory and skills for assessment.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
Critically evaluate learning theory and styles; Evaluate the principles of self organisation; Determine personal study objectives; Critically review the process of working in teams; Determine the various approaches to the use of case study material; Critically assess the various assessment methods; Assess and determine personal learning style; Plan and manage a self programme of learning and development based on sound time
management principles; Develop presentation skills; Develop writing skills for assignments, reports and examinations; Develop skills associated with team work, team roles, team dynamics, team processes; Assess the best use of reading techniques, use of diagrams, case studies and quantitative
methods.
Syllabus outline: Effective learning techniques; Learning from learning theory/styles; Developing reading skills, use of diagrams, case studies and quantitative methods;
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Working in teams, task and process, Team Behaviour, Team Roles, Team Processes and Dynamics;
Sheila Cameron , The MBA Handbook S. Harding & T.Long, MBA Management Models S.Covey, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Free Press. Presentation Skills - A Learning Resource Package.
Learning and teaching methods: Formal input lectures; Syndicate Exercises; Group Discussion; Student Presentation; Video (Interactive).
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Assignment, Presentation.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Assignment 1 70% 2700 - 3000
Presentation 1 30%
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: MANAGING ORGANISATIONS
Module code: ORG53200
Programme part: A
Year of study: 1
Semester: 1
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 4 credits (6 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 44 Independent studies: 116 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 16 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: I.Senņikova, Dr.Sudi Sharifi.
Aims of module: To enable the MBA candidates to understand and evaluate the management process and practices in different organisations through philosophies and theories of management.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Analyse and interpret organizational activities and processes from a number of perspectives; Critically evaluate concepts of and approaches to management of organization; Critically review universalist, critical and radical perspectives on management. Critically evaluate the new thinking and practices of management and their implications for
organization performance; Determine the contribution that “management” as an academic discipline can make to the
development of practice; Work on their own and in groups on managerial issues; Present the outcome of evaluation of theory and its application to practice; Present the outcome of an evaluation of examples of management practice; Identify, develop and utilise conceptual framework for analysing managerial issues and
situations.
Syllabus outline: Meaning of managing and organising; Making sense of metaphors and paradigms; Commonalties and contrasts in management theories and practices; Functional, rational and structuralist paradigms in management; Structuration, structuring, social structures;
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Interpretivist and post modern paradigms; Management and sense making in organisations; Social construction, enacting and organisation cultures; Adaptation and management learning; Future of management practice, theory and education.
Indicative texts: Mullins Laurie J.. Management and Organisational Behaviour. Prentice Hall 1999 Robbins S.P. Organizational Behaviour. Prentice Hall, 2003 Cole G.A. Management Theory and Practice, Thomson, 2004 Cummings and Worley. Organizational Development and Change. Thomson, 2005
Other learning materials/resources: Morgan G., Images of organization. London: Sage, 1997; Hales C., Managing Through Organization. London: Thomson, 2001; Peters T., Liberation Management. London: McMillan, 1992; Handy C. & Jollofe G. Inside Organization. London: Penguin Books, 1999 relevant professional journals
Learning and teaching methods: Provision of an outline content and associated reading list that is referred to in class session to promote guided personal study.
Major themes are introduced and key learning points highlighted by the tutor.
Group discussions, class set discussions, impromptu presentations are used to involve and engage the candidates in development of themes and to allow them to draw on their own experiences, use of various media to stimulate participation.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Presentation, Home Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 35% 2700 - 3000
Presentation 1 15%
Language of instructions: English
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Module title : STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Module code: MAN53200
Programme part: A
Year of study: 1
Semester: 1
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 4 credits (6 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 44 Independent studies: 116 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminar: 16 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.A.Čirjevskis, Dr.G.Wood
Aims of module: To provide students with a thorough grounding in the major issues and perspectives of
strategic management; To encourage students to think strategically about management issues both on the programme
and in their future career; To provide an overview of key issues and decisions related to the legal, social and ethical
responsibilities of corporate management.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Explain and critique a range of theories and concepts of strategy and the strategy process; Review and analyse the strategic implications of a range of business situations; Critically review the strategy of an organisation; Analyse the external environmental and determine its impact on strategic plans; Explain and discuss the significance of resources and core competence's in the development
and implementation of strategy; Establish implementation and control mechanisms that minimise problems in strategy
implementation; Explain why corporate governance has become a major issue for the directors of companies; Critically discuss policies for meeting ethical and social responsibilities within an
organisation; Evaluate the importance of the competing demands of the different stakeholders of an
organisation; Critically review organisations vision or mission statements;
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Identify the key strategic and governance issues that determine the success or otherwise of company formation and development;
Work with others in analysing typical strategic issues and problems; Present and defend their interpretation of business situations; Manage their time effectively.
Syllabus outline: The strategy process and planning framework; Vision/mission; The external environment; Resources and core competencies; Strategic positioning and competitive advantage; Company development by organic growth or acquisition; Meaning and significance of corporate governance; Strategic thinking; Vision/mission; Stakeholders; Ethics and social responsibility.
Indicative texts: Grant Robert M. Contemporary Strategy Analysis: Concepts, Techniques, Applications.
Blackwell, 2002; Johnson G. and Scholes K. Exploring Corporate Strategy. Harlow: FT/Prentice Hall, 1999; Porter Michael ,The Competitive Advantage of Nations, The Free press, 1990 De Wit B. and Meyer R. Strategy: Process, content and Context: An International Perspective,
London: International Thomson, 1998; Charkham J.P., Fairshares: The Future of Shareholder Power and Responsibility, Oxford,
Oxford University Press, 1999; David F.R. Strategic Management. Concepts and Cases. Prentice Hall 2005;
Other learning materials/resources: Harvard Business Review; Strategic Management Journal; Journal of Business Strategy; Journal of Business Ethics.
Learning and teaching methods: The module will be taught through a mixture of tutor input, guided reading and student participation. Students will work in small groups to discuss issues and case study examples. The strategy is to utilise the work experience of the students, and to enable them to discover how theory and knowledge inputs relate to real organisational problems. Where appropriate, use will be made of videos and material from the media. Students will be encouraged to bring their own cases/example companies from their own cultural backgrounds into tutorial/seminar sessions.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
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Types of assessment: Examination, group presentation, assignment.
Assessment structure:
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Presentation 1 20%
Assignment 1 30% 2700-3000
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: FINANCIAL AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Module code: QSM53200
Programme part: A
Year of study: 1
Semester: 1
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 4 credits (6 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 44 Independent studies: 116 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 16 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.A.Limanskis, Dr.Ed.Doran
Aims of module: To develop an understanding of how measuring performance contributes to effective
managerial control and decision making within organisation and can lead to operational improvement;
To explore aspects of measurement in people, strategy, quality, finance, the environment and organisational operations.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
To develop an understanding of how measuring performance contributes to effective managerial control and decision making within organisation and can lead to operational improvement;
To explore aspects of measurement in people, strategy, quality, finance, the environment and organisational operations;
Use various financial and operational measurement techniques; Carry out a research study into organisational performance and improvement based upon
measurement.
Syllabus outline: Performance Management as a system; Approaches to measuring organisational performance; Exploration of alternative performance models and frameworks and their application in an
organisational environment;
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The financial indicators and uses of financial statements; Strategy and the development of the Balanced scorecard; The process of benchmarking and its impact on organisational effectiveness; Environmental evaluation performance. The impact of performance measurement on individual and group performance; Information system performance; Performance planning, communication and audit.
Indicative texts: Geary A. Rummler and Alan P. Brache, Improving Performance. San Fransisko: Jossey-Bass
Publishers, 2000; Jacky Holloway, Jenny Lewis and Geoff Mallory, Performance Measurement and
Evaluation. London: Sage, 1995; Glautier M.W.E, Underdown Accounting. Theory and Practice. Prentice Hall, 2001 Robert C. Camp, Benchmarking, the search for Industry Best Practices that lead to Superior
Performance. ASQC Quality Press, 2001; Robert S. Kaplan & David P.Norton, The Strategy-focused Organisation: How balanced
scorecards companies thrive in the new business environment. Boston MA: Harvard University Press, 2002;
Robert Bacal, Performance Management. London: McGraw Hill, 2001; H.S. and J.S. Harrington, High Performance Benchmarking. London: McGraw Hill; Peter F. Drucker, Managing for Results. London: Harper, 2002; John Bramham, Benchmarking for People Managers. London: IPD, 1997.
Learning and teaching methods: Formal lectures and videos are complemented by participative learning through syndicate exercises, group discussion, and case studies. The strategy is to use students’ previous work experience and encourage reflection on the application of the techniques of performance measurement to organisational situations with which they are familiar.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, group presentation research assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Group presentation 1 20%
Research Assignment 1 30% 2700 - 3000
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: MARKETS AND MARKETING
Module code: MAR52330
Programme part: A
Year of study: 1
Semester: 1
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 4 credits (6 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 44 Independent studies: 116 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 16 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.P.Kidger, P.Naidenko.
Aims of module: To provide an integrated understanding of the operation of markets and the development of
firms; To demonstrate the application of theories of markets and behaviour to management
decisions.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Explain basic economic theories of markets for products and labour; Explain and compare a range of theories related to the growth and organisation of firms; Explain monopoly and discuss public policy options in relation to competition and firm
regulation; Criticise and synthesise differing approaches to explaining consumers’ behaviour towards
products and marketing information; Evaluate the application to real-life problems of different theoretical perspectives on the
behaviour of people in organisations; Critically assess the applicability of market concepts and language to public sector services
and to internal transactions in organisations; Use theory to explain real-life phenomena; Locate and synthesise information from a range of published literature and electronic sources
and present this effectively in both oral and written form.
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Syllabus outline: Supply and demand in markets; Competition, monopoly and state regulation; Consumer behaviour; Psychological and sociological determinants of demand; Theories of the growth of firms; Development through organic growth or acquisitions; Managing firms through hierarchy or markets; Labour markets and wages; Commitment, motivation and employment rewards; Macroeconomic models; Financial markets and the role of money in the economy; The application of market concepts to the public sector.
Indicative texts: Chrystal A. and Lipsey R. Economics for Business and Management, Oxford: OUP, 1997; Peter Doyle, Marketing Management and Strategy, Prentice Hall, 1998 Blackwell, Miniard & Engel Consumer Behavior ,Dryden, 2000; Besanko, D, Dranove, D, Shanley, M and Schaffer, S (2004) “Economics of Strategy”, Wiley
International, Third Edition Sloman, J. & Sutcliffe, M (2001) Economics for Business, Prentice-Hall, Financial Times,
Second Edition Dermot Mc Aleese, Economics for Business. Competition, Macro-stability and Globalisation,
Pearson Education, 2001
Other learning materials/resources: Chapman, D. & Cowdell, T. (1998) New Public Sector Marketing, London: Pitman
Publishing Douma, S & Schreunder, H (2002) Economic Approaches to Organisations, Prentice-Hall,
Financial Times, Third Edition. Kotler, P. et al. (2002) Principles of Marketing, Harlow: Pearson Education. Solomon, M. et al (2002) Consumer Behaviour, New Jersey: Prentice-Hall European Journal of Marketing
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. Group activity is a feature of the learning strategy, making use of students’ work experience as a class resource. Students will be encouraged to reflect on how what they learn relates to their previous experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Group Presentation, Home Assigjnment.
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if
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essay)
Examination 1 50%
Presentation 1 20%
Assignment 1 30% 2700 - 3000
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title : MANAGING BUSINESS OPERATIONS (Business Simulations)
Module code: BUS53200
Programme part: B
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 3 credits (4.5 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 80 Independent studies: 40 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 80 hours
Module author: Dr.Ed Doran; Dr.P.Kidger
Aims of module: To improve competence in making marketing and operational decision related to the management of a business entity in a competitive environment, and to increase understanding of the impact of such decision on financial performance.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Develop and review plans for the management of a competitive enterprise; Predict the consequences of decision relating to the management of financial, human and
physical resources; Interpret a balance sheet and profit an loss account; Critically assess the potential impact of the competitive environment on a business; Evaluate marketing information in order to develop coherent marketing and production plans; Integrate operational decisions in the areas of marketing, production, quality, product
development, logistics, and HRM; Critically assess the usefulness of a range of management tools in various organisational
contexts; Solve problems in a team; Manage time effectively; Make decisions in an uncertain and changing environment; Communicate the results of team decisions; Use team performance as a basis for personal learning.
Syllabus outline: Mission and Strategy; Market segmentation; Financial reporting and interpretation; The competitive environment; Understanding customers and their needs; The marketing mix;
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Building high performance manufacturing; Production planning; Supply chain management; Research and development; Employee relations; Team decision making; Businesses and their stakeholders; Presenting business results.
Indicative texts and other learning materials/resources: The module uses the business simulation AprilSim. A set of supporting material on the underlying management theories is provided as part of the AprilSim. Other general texts will be recommended, eg:
Boddy D. and Patton R. Management: an Introduction. Harlow: FT Prentice Hall, 1998; Brown S. Strategic Operations Management. Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann, 2000; Capon C. Understanding Organisational Context. Harlow: FT Prentice Hall, 2000.
Learning and teaching methods: The module is built around the use of a business simulation. Students work in teams, acting as the executive management team of a company. Teams plan decisions, receive feedback on the consequences, and reflect on the outcomes. They are expected to research the relevant markets and the activities of competitors. Tutors provide additional coaching and presentations of the concepts and knowledge that have to be understood to meet the learning objectives.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Oral Presentation, Written team report
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Oral presentation 1 30%
Written team report 1 70% 4500 - 5000
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY
Module code: INN53200
Programme part: A
Year of study: 1
Semester: 1
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 3 credits (4.5 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 42 Independent studies: 78 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 16 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.S.Sharifi, E.Kalniņa.
Aims of module: To develop an integrated understanding of the application of both problem solving and
research theories and techniques to dealing with management issues, including fostering a creative environment;
To develop understanding of theories and methods of change and of the practical issues involved in implementing change to organizational strategy, structure, culture and people management policies.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Identify different types of problems and use an appropriate methodology to resolve them; Explain a variety of quantitative and qualitative problem solving models and their use; Generate ideas, design creative problem solving tools and evaluate these according to a
specific criteria; Evaluate ways in which the creativity of staff and colleagues can be developed within the
organization; Explain the contribution of management research to resolving real-life problems and
developing management capability; Compare the main research methodologies and explain their impact on research design; Critically evaluate the methodology and results of published research into business and
management problems; Apply correctly a range of quantitative and qualitative methods to the analysis and
presentation of original data; Identify assumptions that underlie management attempts to bring about organizational
change; Plan programmes of change that take account of likely institutional and individual reactions to
the proposals;
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Critically evaluate alternative strategies for change in the context of particular organisational needs;
Experience and develop of their own creativity through practical exercises; Develop analysis and evaluation skills; Reflect on their own biases, assumptions and perceptions.
Syllabus outline: Problem identification and analysis; The role of perceptual biases, the perception process and perception skills; Identifying, collecting, collating and presenting information; Quantitative and qualitative theories, model and techniques, different ways of thinking,
conceptual toolmaking; Creative problem solving, what is involved, developing creativity skills, use of modeling and
diagramming; Design and using creative problem solving tools for organizational development; Generating, evaluating and selecting alternative problem solving strategies; The decision making process, decision making models and implementing strategies; Business and management research and its relation to management problems; Research philosophies and their impact on methodology; Literature searching and reviewing; Quantitative and qualitative research methods; Types of organisational change; Theories and strategies of change; Implementation and evaluation of change.
Indicative texts: Proctor T. Creative Problem Solving for Managers. London: Routledge, 1999; Robson M.Problem Solving in Groups. Aldershot: Gower, 2002; Saunders M., Lewis P. and Thornhill A. research Methods for Business Students. Harlow: FT
Prentice Hall, 2003; Carnall C. Managing Change in Organisations. FT Prentice Hall, 1999; Tidd J , Bessant J, Pavitt K. Managing Innovation. Integrating Technological, Market and
Organisational Change, Wiley, 2001 Trott p, Innovation Management and New Product Development. Prentice Hall, 2002 Edward de Bono, Six Thinking Hats, Penguin Books, 1999 Kelley T, The Art of Innovation, Profile Books, 2001 Managing Creativity and Innovation. Harvard Business Essentials. Harvard Business School
Press, 2003 Christensen Ch.M. Seeing What’s Next , Harvard Business School Press, 2004 Sekaran U .Research Methods for Businesses Chichester ,Wiley, 2004 Robson,C Real World Research, Oxford: Blackwell; 1993 Gill.J. and Johnson,P.(1997) Research Methods for Managers, (2e) London Paul Chapman
Publisher
Other learning materials/resources: Mumford A and Gold G, Management Development; Strategies for Action, CIPD 2004 Naylor J. Management , Prentice Hall, 2000 Pedler M. et al A Manager’s guide to Leadership, Mc Graw-Hill, 2004 Pedler M. et al, A Managers Guide to Self-Development, McGraw Hill, 2001 Pidd M. Tools for Thinking; Modelling in Management Science, Wiley, 2001
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Students are provided with class handouts and a list of relevant web sites.
Learning and teaching methods: Seminars covering theories and methods. Syndicate group work for case study analysis, exercises and discussions. Practical application of creative problem solving exercises. Analysis and discussion of research articles.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Group presentation, Literature review, Case study.
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Group Presentation 1 33.3%
Literature review 1 33.3% 2000 - 2200
Case study 1 33.3% 2000 - 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: MANAGEMENT IN A GLOBAL CONTEXT
Module code: MAN53210
Programme part: A
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 4 credits (6 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours 44: Independent studies: 116 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 16 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.B.Ingham.
Aims of module: To provide a sound understanding of the impact of globalisation on management, and of key issues in the management of multinational enterprises.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Differentiate between internationalisation and globalisation and discuss the significance of the growing integration of the world economy;
Explain the operation of the world economy and evaluate the impact of international agencies and trading blocs on national economic policy, markets and firms;
Demonstrate a sound understanding of the importance of the MNE (Multinational Enterprise) in international operations;
Explain and evaluate the arguments for the convergence of management practices across national boundaries;
Identify the major issues faced by companies in pursuing a global strategy; Explain and discuss key issues in international marketing, international procurement and
logistics, and international finance; Demonstrate a sound understanding of the impact of national culture differences on
management and business relationships; Identify and evaluate the characteristics of international management and leadership; Work with others in developing solutions to organisational problems; Present arguments to support a case; Analyse complex situations.
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Syllabus outline: Internationalisation and globalisation; The world economy and its regulation; The European Union and other trading bocks; The development and organisation of multinational enterprises; Theories of convergence of management; National cultural differences and their impact on management and business relationships; International marketing; Integrating operations and supply chains across national boundaries; International finance; International management and leadership; International joint ventures and alliances.
Indicative texts:
Rugman A.M. and Hodgetts R.M International Business: A Strategic Management Approach (2nd Edition), Harlow: Pearson Education, 2000;
Tayeb M (ed) International Management, Harlow: FT Prentice Hall, 2003 Ingham B. , International Economics, A European Focus, Prentice Hall, 2004 Goodetham P.C and Hodgetts, R.M. International Business. A Strategic Management Approach,
Perason Education, 2000 Hill Ch.W.L. International Business. Competing in the Global Market Place,
McGraw-Hill/Irwin, 2003 Porter Michael ,The Competitive Advantage of Nations, The Free press, 1990
Other learning materials/resources: Relevant journals and periodic publications
Learning and teaching methods: Combination of tutor input and student participation through discussion of issues and problems, utilising case studies and videos. The strategy is to use students’ work experience to help them relate theory to management problems and policies.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Team Presentation, Home Assignment
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Team Presentation 1 20%
Assignment 1 30% 3000
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: ORGANISATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
Module code: PSY53200
Programme part: B
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 44 Independent studies: 36 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 20 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: J.Bulatova
Aims of module: To introduce students to a broad range of theories and concepts relating to individual and group behaviour in the workplace.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
Identify and discuss key underlying factors which influence individual behaviour; Explain how the behaviour of people within organisations can be managed for benefit of the
individual and the organisation; Compare and contrast different theories of motivating, leading and developing people; Apply techniques derived from relevant theories, as demonstrated by the students' approaches
to case study scenarios.
Syllabus outline: The importance and development of the psychological contract; Definitions and approaches to business ethics; Business ethics training; Contrasting perspectives such as psychoanalytic, trait and situationist; Investigation of relationship between motivation, performance, job design, employee
development, and organisational commitment; The process of learning and its implications; Issues surrounding team roles; Making teams effective; evaluating self-managed teams; Managing interpersonal and group conflict; Trait approach;
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Functional leadership as behaviour; Styles of leadership; Emerging theoretical frameworks; Cultural aspects of leadership.
Indicative texts: Jerald Greenberg, Robert A. Baron. Behavior in Organizations, 1995, prentice Hall,
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersei; Edgar H. Schein. Organizational Culture and Leadership, 1987, Jossey-Bass Publishers, San-
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Written assignment, presentation.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Written assignment 1 70% 2700 - 3000
Presentation 1 30%
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY FOR BUSINESS
Module code: MET53210
Programme part: B
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 1 credits (1.5 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 27 Independent studies: 13 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 5 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.E.Doran
Aims of module: To provide an integrated understanding of the research methods for business; To demonstrate the application of different types of research in organisations; To provide understanding and skills in data collection, processing, measuring and interpretation.
Syllabus outline: Introduction to research; Types of research; Research methodology; Research process; Measurement of variables; Measurement: Scaling, reliability, validity; Sampling; Data collection methods; Data analysis and interpretation; Managerial decision making and research.
Indicative texts: Sekaran U .Research Methods for Businesses Chichester ,Wiley, 2004 Robson,C Real World Research, Oxford: Blackwell; 1993 Gill.J. and Johnson,P.(1997) Research Methods for Managers, (2e) London Paul Chapman
Publisher; Keller G, Warrach B. Statistics for Management and Economics, Thomson, 2003 Kvanli A.H, Pavur R.J., Guynes C.S. Introduction to Business Statistics, Southwestern College
Publishing, 2000 White B, Dissertation Skills for Business and Management Students, Thomson, 2000
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Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application of research methods, sometimes through the use of case studies. Group activity is a feature of the learning strategy, making use of students’ work experience and real business problems as a class resource. Students will be encouraged to reflect on how what they learn relates to their previous experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Assignment 1 100% 2700 - 3000
Language of instruction: English.
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Module title: CORPORATE INFORMATION STRATEGY
Module code: INF53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: 56 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 4 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 6 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: O.Remeza.
Aims of module: To provide students with a good understanding of the process of formulating and implementing a strategy for information management.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the elective, students will be able to:
Critique the context, role and scope of information management in modern organization; Distinguish between strategic information management and strategic knowledge or
technology management; Evaluate the dilemmas faced during the strategic IM process; Assess key strategic IM issues; Appraise and use techniques and tools for information strategy formation; Work on their own and with others in determining solutions to organisational problems
related to the management of corporate information; Apply critical analysis to problems and practice; Manage their own time and learning.
Syllabus outline: Definitions: Strategic Information Management, Strategic IT Management; Dilemmas: Information as a resource, the value of information to organizations, information
culture; Strategic issues: Information overload, information quality, co-ordinating information
architecture, implementation of strategy; Techniques and tools: Information Auditing, Info-mapping, communication audit;
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The IM strategy process.
Indicative texts: Effy Oz, Management Information Systems. Cambridge, 2000; Marchand, D.A., Kettinger, W.J., Rollins, D.J (2001) Information Orientation: The link to
business performance Oxford: OUP.
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: ECONOMICS FOR MANAGERS
Module code: ECO53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 34 Independent studies: 46 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 6 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.P.Kidger
Aims of module: To familiarise students with the mode of thought of economists and to illustrate how this approach can aid understanding of the business environment and improve the quality of business decision taking.
Syllabus outline: The scope and Method of Economic Demand and Supply; The costs of production; Piece and output under pure monopoly; Price and output under monopolistic competition and oligopoly; National output Fiscal policy; Money, banking, and monetary policy, International aspects if Economics theory.
Indicative texts:
Bade R., Parkin M. Foundations of macroeconomics, Addison-Wesley, 2002; Case K., Fair C. Principles of macroeconomics, 6th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2002; Kolendar C. D. Macroeconomics, 4th Edition, Irwin: McGraw Hill, 2001. Hirschey M, Managerial Economics, Thomson, 2003 Chrystal K.A., Lipsey R.G. Economics for Business and Management, Oxford University
Press, 1997
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Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: QUANTITATIVE METHODS
Module code: MAT53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 44 Independent studies: 36 hours
Lectures: 20 hours
Seminars: 14 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 6 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr.L Gringlaz
Aims of module: To provide a basic understanding of, and competence in, the reasoning and techniques of statistics such that students can both read the literature in management/marketing and acquire the skills to undertake statistical analysis in the workplace.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the elective, students will be able to:
Understand the process of interpreting statistical measures; Have confidence in applying reasoning based on probability; Display ability in applying probability to business problems; Be able to read those economic, marketing and management science literatures which contain
statistical analysis and information; Be computer literate and be confident in the use of statistical packages; Be able to calculate basic statistical measures; Display competence in using statistical computer packages; Organise statistical experiments; Have a good grasp of the problems dealing with 'uncertainty'.
Syllabus outline: Levels of measurement; Data presentation; Frequency distributions; Histograms; Charts;
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Measures of central tendency and shape; Grouped data; Introduction to probability; Joint events; Contingency tables; Tree diagrams; Permutations and combinations; Probability distributions; /correlation and bivariate regression.
Indicative texts: R.A.Barnett, Ziegler M.R. Applied Mathematics for Buisiness and Economics, Life Sciences
and Social Sciences. Ellen Publishing Company, San Francisko, 1999; Aczel D. Complete Business Statistics. 1999; Kvanli A.H., Guynes C.S., Pavur R. J. Introduction to business statistics, 2000; Keller G, Warrach B. Statistics for Management and Economics, Thomson, 2003 Kvanli A.H, Pavur R.J., Guynes C.S. Introduction to Business Statistics, Southwestern
College Publishing, 2000
Other learning materials/resources: Леонид Гринглаз, Евгений Копытов. Высшая математика для экономистов: Ч 1. Рига,
2003. 230 c; Леонид Гринглаз, Евгений Копытов. Высшая математика для экономистов: Ч 2. Рига,
2003. 184 c.
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50%
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Module title: STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Module code: HRM53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 10 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author:Dr. S. Luptakova,
Aims of module: To develop understanding of good practice in the management of people in organisations, and the links between HRM and organisational strategy.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of this elective the student will be able to:
define HRM and show its importance to organisational success; critically evaluate current and future thinking on policies and practices relating to the
selection, development, reward and involvement of people at work; take account of the organisational context in making strategic and policy decisions relating to
HRM; provide workable solutions to a range of personnel problems; Work with others in problem solving; researching and presenting data; analysis of
organisational situations.
Syllabus outline: Concepts of strategic human resource management; Strategic HRM and the resource-based view; Employment systems and work organisation; Human Resource planning; Strategic staffing issues; Human resource development; Performance management; Employee involvement; HR strategy in multinational organisations; Policy implementation and assessment.
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Indicative texts:
Anne-Wil Harzing & Joris Van Ruysseveldt International Human Resource Management, Open University of the Netherlands.,2000
Boxall P. and Purcell J. Strategy and Human Resource Management, Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 2003
Dessler G, Human Resourse Management, Prentice Hall, 2000
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Module code: PRJ53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval:
Institution which approved the module:
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: 56 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 10 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author:, Dr. Ed Doran,
Aims of module: To develop knowledge and understanding of the principles, methodologies, tools and techniques used in managing projects and the organisational and human implications.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of this elective the student will be able to:
Critically discuss the uses of various project management tools and concepts and their applicability to diverse areas such as manufacturing, hospitals, power generation and social services.
Identify and apply the basics of successful projects. Perform planning activities for Quality (project brief), Cost (estimating) and Time (network
analysis).
Syllabus outline: Introduction to Project Management; Project Initiation (Selection, roles and Project brief); Project Planning; Risk Analysis & Management; Resource allocation; Monitoring & Information Systems; Project Completion.
Burke Rory, Project Management, Planning And Control Techniques , John Wiley & Sons, 2001
Reiss Geoff, Project Management Demystified , Spon Press, 1995 Devaux Stephen, Total Project Control , John Wiley & Sons, 2001 Lewis James, Fundamentals Of Project Management, Amacon Book Devision, 1995 Buttrick Robert , The Project Workout , Prentice Hall, 2005
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Module code: MAN53220
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval:
Institution which approved the module:
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: 56 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 4 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 6 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr. A. Petrovs
Aims of module: To provide a good understanding of the key operations management processes and their application in relation to the achievement of business excellence.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of this elective the student will be able to:
Comprehensively explain why and how operations management is at the core of all types of organisations;
Effectively apply the Business Excellence model to a variety of organisational contexts; Distinguish between lean operations and agile operations; Determine the importance of selected operations management concepts and techniques to
achieving high performance in various organisations; Design, develop and implement a strategic operations plan; Use a variety of tools and concepts to solve operations and quality problems; Work with others in problem solving and decision making; Develop and argue a case for a particular theory or problem solution.
Syllabus outline: Introduction to Operations Management; Business Excellence and Quality; Process Design and Process Re-engineering; Forecasting; MRP I and II; Lean Operations;
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Agile Operations; Managing Operations through Performance Measures; Continuous Improvement.
Indicative texts: Naylor J. (2002) Introduction to Operations Management, (2e), Harlow: FT/Prentice Hall. Heizer J, Render B. Operations Management, Prentice Hall, 1999 Waller D.L. Operations Management. A Supply Chain Approach, Thomson, 2002
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: MARKETING MANAGEMENT
Module code: MAR53210
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: 56 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 10 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: P. Naidenko.
Aims of module: To enable students to acquire and use a sound understanding of marketing planning and management issues.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of this elective the student will be able to:
Critically appraise the applicability and usefulness of a range of Marketing techniques, concepts, and models;
Manage the planning and implementation of an effective and comprehensive Marketing audit; Explain and defend the need for control systems in Marketing Management; Build practical skills associated with the Management of the Marketing Planning process; Justify their strategic decisions and recommendations; Manage their own time and learning.
Syllabus outline: Tools and techniques for Market Analysis; Tools and techniques for Strategy formulation, development and selection; The need for effective evaluation, monitoring and control.
Indicative texts: Doyle P. (2002) Marketing Management and Strategy, Harlow: FT/Prentice Hall. Kotler, P. et al. (2002) Principles of Marketing, Harlow: Pearson Education. Solomon, M. et al (2002) Consumer Behaviour, New Jersey: Prentice-Hall
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Other learning materials/resources: European Journal of Marketing
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: MANAGEMENT FOR FINANCIAL VALUE CREATION
Module code: FIN53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: 56 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminar: 10 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr. A. Čirjevskis .
Aims of module: To provide students with the technical expertise to allow critical analysis and reflection on financial decisions that impact on the wealth of their shareholders.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the elective students will be able to:
Assess liquidity and operational efficiency; Measure cash flows and evaluate VAR; Critically analyse profitability, risk and growth; Critically appraise investment decisions in relation to creating value added; Explain and evaluate alternatives for raising capital and capital structure; Critically discuss key financial issues in business acquisition and valuation; Work on their own and with others is analysing and drawing conclusions from financial
information; Manage their own time and learning.
Pre-requisites: Financial and Business Performance
Syllabus outline: Analysis of financial information; Management, measurement and control of cash flows; Investment decisions; Capital structure and raising finance; International finance; Real options; EVA, MVA and the drivers of value creation.
Prentice Hall; 2005 Hawawini G.A. and Viallet C. Finance for Executives, (2e), Cincinnati: South Western, 2002 Arnold G, Corporate Financial Management, Prentice Hall, 2005
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: INTERNATIONAL MARKETING
Module code: MAR53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: 56 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 10 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: P. Naidenko.
Aims of module: To provide students with a good understanding of processes and management issues related to marketing in the international context.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the elective students will be able to:
Explain and critically comment on the theory, concepts and models of international marketing;
Critically discuss the causes and consequences of the complexity of managing marketing activity in the international context;
Analyse international marketing related problems; Develop skills in working with others; Participate in small group discussion; Make oral presentations of the results of case study analysis.
Syllabus outline: Introduction & Scope; Political & Legal Environment; Economic & Cultural Environment; Globalisation & Collaboration; IMR; Product; Promotion; Pricing; Distribution & Review.
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Indicative texts: Terpstra V & Sarathy R. (2000) International Marketing, (8e), London: The Dryden Press. Doyle P. (2002) Marketing Management and Strategy, Harlow: FT/Prentice Hall. Kotler, P. et al. (2002) Principles of Marketing, Harlow: Pearson Education. Keegan W.J., Schlegelmilch B.B. Global Marketig Management. A European Persopective,
Prentice Hall, 2001
Other learning materials/resources: European Journal of Marketing
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Supervisor will advise team on material relevant to their problem issue. Teams will also draw
on material used in the Problem Solving and Change module. Markham C. Practical Management Consultancy, Milton Keynes: Accountancy Books, 1997.
Types of assessment: Examination, Assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT & STRATEGY
Module code: LOG53200
Programme part: C
Year of study: 1
Semester: 2
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 2 credits (3 ECTS credits)
Total contact hours: 24 Independent studies: 56 hours
Lectures: 10 hours
Seminars: 6 hours
Tutorials and workshops: 4 hours
Consultations: 2 hours
Examinations: 2 hours
Module author: Dr. Ed Doran, Dr. M. Hides.
Aims of module: To develop a good understanding of the concept of supply chain management and strategy, and the contribution of supply chain management to business capability.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of this elective the student will be able to:
Comprehensively explain why and how supply chain management and strategy has been one of the most influential elements within operations strategy over the past few years;
Determine the importance of the end customer to the supply chain management and strategy, and explain why and how everything starts at the customer end;
Distinguish between supply network relationships within a variety of business environments;
Critically discuss the impact of the two important inputs of global procurement and logistics, to supply chain management and strategy;
Critically discuss how regional and global supply chain strategies are employed by large multinational organisations for sustainable competitive advantage;
Use a variety of concepts strategically to solve supply chain problems; Manage their own time and learning.
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Syllabus outline: Introduction to Supply Chain Management & Strategy; Strategic Supply Chain Management as a contribution to sustainable competitive advantage of
the business; Inter-operations relationships in supply networks ; Supply chains in manufacturing and service provision; Global Logistics Management; Global Procurement Management; E-supply chains/E-fulfilment; Performance measurement in supply chains; Business Process Re-engineering supply chains.
Indicative texts: Gattorna J. (2003), Gower Handbook of Supply Chain Management, Gower Publishing. Ballon R.H. Business Logistics . Supply Chain Management. Prentice Hall, 2004 Derek L. Waller , Operations Management: A Supply Chain Approach, International
Thomson Business Press, 1999
Learning and teaching methods: Tutor input of theory and concepts followed by student participation in discussion of application to organisational policies and problems, sometimes through the use of case studies. The intention is to use students’ work experience and to encourage them to reflect on how what they learn relates to that experience.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Examination, home assignment.
Requirements for obtaining credits (Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Examination 1 50%
Assignment 1 50% 2500
Language of instructions: English.
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Module title : TEAM PROJECT
Module code:
Programme part: A
Year of study: 2.
Semester: 2.
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value : 6 credits (9 ECTS credits)
Module author: Dr. Edward Doran
Aims of module : To provide students with the opportunity to work as a team on a management problem and thus develop their team problem solving and consultancy skills.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Plan and execute an investigation into a management problem; Explain and discuss the characteristics of successful teams; Critically discuss issues of theory and practice in relation to a particular business issue; Select an appropriate strategy for dealing with a client for a consultancy project; Build skills in working with others on a management problem; Investigate the factors related to a management problem; Use an appropriate problem solving methodology; Present findings orally and in a written report.
Syllabus outline: Managing consultancy projects; Project planning; Dealing with clients; Assessing the outcomes of consultancy projects; Issues in introducing change.
Other learning materials/resources: Supervisor will advise team on material relevant to their problem issue. Teams will also draw on material used in the Problem Solving and Change module.
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Learning and teaching methods: The learning strategy is for students to work in teams on an organisational problem or issue. The intention is that these should be current problems offered for investigation by host organisations. If it is not possible to provide a team with access to an organisation, the exercise will be based on a major case study. Each team will be supported by an academic advisor. Before the project students will receive input on consultancy processes and project planning.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
Types of assessment: Written team report, oral presentation of the report.
Requirements for obtaining credits ( Assessment structure):
Type of Assessment Number Weighting Word count (if essay)
Written team report 1 70% 5000
Presentation 1 30%
Language of instructions : English.
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Module title: INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH PROJECT
Module code:
Programme part: A
Year of study: 2
Semester: 3
Date of the module approval: 13.10.2004
Institution which approved the module: RISEBA Senate
Module credit value: 20 credits (30 ECTS credits)
Aims of module: To develop understanding of research process through planning and executing a substantial research project.
Module tasks/Intended learning outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Critically review selected literature; Compare and select a research methodology appropriate to answering specified research
questions; Analyse, synthesise and draw conclusions from information they have researched; Write a research report in accordance with good academic practice; Manage their own time on a major individual projects; Plan and monitor their progress against the plan; Present written evidence to support arguments; Analyse and present data in an organised way.
Syllabus outline: The knowledge content of learning will depend on the dissertation topic.
Indicative texts: Easterby-Smith M, Thorpe R and Lowe A Management Research, London: Sage, 2002. Sekaran U, Research Methods for Business, John Wiley & Sons, 2000 Saunders M, Lewis P and Thornhill A Research Methods for Business Students, Harlow: FT
Prentice Hall, 2003. White B, Dissertation Skills for Business and Management Students, Thomson, 2000
Learning and teaching methods: Students research and write a dissertation under the guidance of an academic supervisor. The strategy is one of discovery and self-directed learning.
Methodological support: Provision of methodological materials (handouts of Power-Point presentations); Methodological recommendations and guidelines for students; University's materials-technical equipment.
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Appendix 2
Academic Staff CVs
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CURRICULUM VITAE
ANATOLIJS PETROVS
Name and Surname Anatolijs Petrovs
Date of Birth Associate professor
Institution Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
Current Position Associate Professor
Work experience
2000 - present Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration (referred to as RISEBA) Riga, Latvia. Associate professor Management, Human recourse management, Operational management, Economics
1993 - 2000 Consultant, Training Program Manager, and Director of Studies, Latvian Business School, Riga, Latvia. Responsible for Professional development programs and training courses in Management, Human Resource Management, Banking, and Marketing for several industrial enterprises and banks in Latvia, Lithuania, Russia and Ukraine. Supervised full-time staff of 5 in addition to about 20 part-time tutors (predominantly bankers and specialists who are involved in the business school's activities on a part-time basis)
1990-1992 Director of the Management Training Center, Management Training Center Komsomolskaya Pravda newspaper, Moscow. Conducted “Distant Learning Program in Supervisory Management” based on National Examining Board for Supervisory Management Program (NEBSM), U.K. Supervised 6 full-time employees and 9 part-time tutors (employees of the Russian Academy of Sciences)
Combined work with obtaining the second Doctorate Degree in Postgraduate Studies in Institute of Social and Economic Problems, Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow
Lecturing Associate Professor, Management Department, Faculty of Economics, Riga Technical University
Education
1990 - 1993 Institute of Social and Economic Problems, Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow. Second postgraduate studies
Dissertation: Effectiveness of professional Education in Business in post Soviet Countries
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Riga Technical University, Faculty of Economics, Management Department, Riga. Associate Professor Diploma
1973 - 1977 Moscow Mine Engineering Institute, Moscow. Ph.D. in Economics
1968 - 1973 Moscow Mine Engineering Institute, Moscow. Diploma in Business Studies (equiv. MBA), Management
Professional training
Participated in various programs in Management and Finance:
29-31 March 2004 BMDA Seminar “How to Teach with the Case Method” BMDA Seminar “How to Teach with the Case Method” International School of Management (ISM) Kaunas
2003, 10-12 Nov CEEMAN (Central and East European Management Development Association) Workshop - Consultancy for Management Educators IEDC - Bled School of Management Slovenia.
2003 Sept University of Salford UK, RISEBA training programme “Research Methodology and Design”
2003, 18 - 30 May CEEMAN International Management Teachers Academy Faculty Development Program, Operations Management IEDC - Bled School of Management, Slovenia.
February 1999 Triz Chance Company: “Public Relations and Sales Promotion”, Workshop, Latvian Business School, Riga, Latvia
1997 Carlson Learning Company International Network Mikos Learning Programs: "DiSK Management Strategies" and "Innovate with C.A.R.E. Profile" Seminars in Estonian Business School, Tallinn, Estonia
22-26 Jan. 1996 AIB Bank (Ireland): “Train the trainers” and “Bank Training Managers”, Workshops in Riga, Latvia
1996 Belgian Bankers' Association: “Train the Trainers for "Bankfim" - Banking Management computer simulation course, Riga, Latvia
November 1995 Price Waterhouse:” The Corporate Governance and Competitiveness” Training Program: two-day workshop for local trainers and two-day workshop for directors, Riga, Latvia
May 1995 Wal. St. Investment managers, P.A.:”Investment and Financial Management Workshop”, Latvian Business School, Riga, Latvia
23-27, June 1995 BPP Bank Training: “Treasury and Capital Markets”, London, U.K.
1993 Fairplace City of London: “Management Skills in Banking”, “Capital Markets,” and “Financial Accounting and Credit Analysis”, seminars in Riga, Latvia
1993 - 1995 Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB) -Banking Certificate Program
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Participation in International Conferences
Banking and Finance in the Baltics ▪ 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995 ▪ Riga, Latvia
The Baltic Sea Communication Forum ▪1999 ▪ Riga, Latvia
Transit ▪ 1997 ▪ Riga, Latvia,
Human Resource Development ▪ 1998 ▪ Moscow, Russia
Asset Management ▪ 1998 ▪ Riga, Latvia
Conference on the EURO ▪ 17-18 February, 1999 ▪ Riga, Latvia
Baltic Economic Forum ▪ June 2000, Vilnius, Lithuania, 15-16 April 1999, Riga, Latvia
Publications
More than 25 research papers and teaching aids published: Management for Bankers, Riga, Latvian Business School, 1999, Russian, 197 p. Introductory Course in Supervisory Management, Award in Supervisory Studies, Russian,
English, Moscow, Komsomolskaya Pravda, 1991, 354 p. Economics and the Banks’ Role in the Economy, Russian (1994, 1999), Latvian (1995), Riga,
Latvian Business School, 146 p. Marketing, Customer Service and the Competitive Environment (Banking), Russian (1995,
1999), Riga, Latvian Business School, 147 p. Socioeconomic Basis for Plans of Professional Education in Enterprises, Russian, Moscow,
Academy of National Economy, 1986, 5 p. Supervisory Skills, Riga, Latvian Business School, Russian (1994), Latvian (1995), 155 p.
Key Expertise Responsible for conducting Bankfim - Banking Management computer simulation course in
Latvia Responsible for conducting Banking Certificate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers, UK,
distant learning program in Latvian Business School Tutorial support for the participants of the Banking Certificate distant learning program in
courses of Economics and the Banks’ Role in the Economy; Supervisory Skills; Customer Service: Marketing and the Competitive Environment
Long-term management training project for Kellogg’s Latvia In cooperation with the Norwegian School of Management, local co-mentor in Strategy
Development Project for top managers of three largest Baltic Breweries: Aldaris - Latvia, Kalnapilis - Lithuania, Saku - Estonia
BBH Marketing Research Project for Baltic Breweries: Aldaris - Latvia, Kalnapilis - Lithuania, Saku - Estonia. Local co-ordinator in Latvia, Moderator - focus group in-depth interviews
Project manager of the long-term Human Resource Development Project for the largest Lithuanian bank - Lithuanian Savings Bank
Responsible for designing and conducting of training programs for the Top Management of the Lithuanian Savings Bank
Responsible for designing and conducting of training programs for PAREX Bank middle-level managers.
Course designer and trainer for the course Train the Trainers, and seminars in Snoras Bank and Lithuanian Savings Bank
Course designer and consultant for the training course for bankers "Customer service, and
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Marketing in the bank", for seminars in Lithuanian Savings Bank, Riga Commercial Bank, and Saules Bank, and for seminars for groups of bankers from Parex, Victoria, Capital Bank, Ajzkraukles Banka, Ogres Komercbanka ,and Latekobank
Membership in Professional Societies
Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers, U.K. 1993 - 2001
Skills and languages
Languages: Russian-native, Latvian and English - good
Computer: Windows XP, Microsoft Word XP, PowerPoint XP, Excel XP, Visio 2000
Driver’s license
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ANDREJS CIRJEVSKIS
Name and Surname Andrejs Cirjevskis, Dr. oec
Date of birth June 10, 1958
Institution Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
Current Position Associated Professor of Strategic Management
Education
1992-1993 Higher Commercials Schools of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Paris (HEC / ESCP)
1991-1993 Russian Academy for Foreign Trade Moscow
1990 - 1996 Post graduated study in Russian Scientific Institute of Fishing industry (VNIERH )
1980 - 1987 All Union Institute of Foodstuff Industry Moscow
1973-1978 Kaliningrad Marine College
Qualifications
1997 Diploma of Doctor of Economics. (Dr. Oec.) of Riga Technical University Riga
1996 Diploma of Candidate of Economic Science (Phd), Moscow
1993 Diploma of Master International Management, Paris
1993 Diploma of Economist with Knowledge English and French Languages, Moscow
1987 Diploma Engineer - Economist of Food- Industry, Moscow
1988 Certificate of Competency Deep Sea Captain, Riga
1998 Personnel selection. Latvian Business School, Riga
1997 Audit and Accountancy. Moore Stephens, Riga
1996 Finance accounting for executives (72 hours). Arthur Andersen, Riga
1996 Finance accounting for bank’s executives (30 hours) Arthur Andersen, Riga
1995 Certificate of Internal Auditor Course (Safety & Quality Management System) of Det Norske Veritas
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1995 Intensive business course “Decision base”, Riga
1994 Business course “Control your company” Riga
1992 Certificate of completion the Harvard business case course
1990 Certificate Deutsche Management Academy Nidersachsen Celle
1990 Diploma High Commercial School of Russian Academy for Foreign Trade Moscow
Teaching Experience
From 1994 till present Lector of Strategic Management of Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
2006. Strategic Management. MBA programma.
Estonian Business School.
2005,2006 Strategic Management. Course 8 hours.
School of Economics of INHOLLAND University.
From 2000 Trainer of Strategic Management Training of Rigas Menedżeru Skola (RMS Consulting)
1999 to 2000 Trainer of Strategic Management Training of ANS Training Centre (Riga, Airport) 1998 to 1999Head of Strategic Management Training of Latvian Business School (LBS)
1996 to 1998 Lector of Strategic Management of High School of Economics and Culture Riga
1999 Lector of Strategic Management of Saint - Petersburg’s Institute of International Economic Relations and Law
1994 Lector of Strategic Marketing and Management Baltic Russian Institute
1994 - 1995 Lector of Strategic Management of Institute of Social Technologies
Work experience
2000 - present Associated Professor of Strategic Management of Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration ( RISEBA )
1998 - 2000 Vice President Finance State Jsc “Latvijas Gaisa Satiksme"
1994 - 1998 Deputy General Manager of Norwegian Latvian Joint - Venture (Lapa Ltd, Finance, and Quality Assurance).
1996 - 1998 Board’s Member of Credit Bank of Latvia
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1990 - 1991 Vice-Director of Riga Trawling and Refrigerators Fleet Base Finance, Economics)
RECENT PUBLICATION:
“Industry Life Cycle vs. Gross Domestic Product”, March 2006, The ICFAI University Press. India. ISSN 0972-5326.
Использование концепции кривой консолидации отрасли (A.T. Kearney) при выработке корпоративной стратегии компании. VII starptautiskās zinātniski praktiskās konferences referātu tēzes. Minska 2006 g
„Latvian national competitive advantage of Forest industry” International Conference “The Next Decade Challenges for Business”, February 2-3, 2006, Riga, Latvia. ISBN 9984- 705- 20- X
“Finanšu plānošana un EVA izveidošana”, “Direktors” No 1 (10) janvāris, 2006.
“Stratēģiskā vadības grāmatvedība”. „Grāmatvedība un ekonomika” N 11(23), 2005
„Stratēģiskā vadības grāmatvedība”. “Bilance”, Nr. 20(128), 10.2005
“Kompānijas vērtības maksimizācija”, “Direktors” No 6 (6) septembris, 2005.
«Can forest industry constitute the Latvian national competitive advantage on the EU level?” VI starptautiskās zinātniski praktiskās konferences referātu tēzes. Minska 2005 g. ISBN 985-6544-49-2
“How define the most prospective and attractive industries in Latvia?” V starptautiskās zinātniski praktiskās konferences referātu tēzes. Minska 2004 g. ISBN 985-6544-49-1
«Использование модели Мак-Кинси для выбора международной коммерческой стратегии развития предприятия». Starpreģionālās zinātniski praktiskās konferences materiāli (ekonomikas sekcija) 1 daļa. Общество «Знание» Санкт-Петербурга и Ленинградской области). 2001, lpp. 25-32, ISBN5-7320-0630-3
«Финансовые аспекты перехода к технологиям CNS/ATM”. Новости аэронавигации. Международное издание. Специальный выпуск Нр 5 1999 g, lpp. 9-10
Languages Latvian / English / French / (fluent), Russian native
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ANDREJS LIMANSKIS
Name and Surname Andrejs Limanskis
Date of Birth 22nd of March, 1949
Institution Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
Current Position Associate Professor - International Finance
Education and qualification:
2003 Research Methodology course, Riga
2000 PHARE-ACE seminar, Rīga
1993 Germanistics course, Duelmen, Germany
1993 Recognized Dr. Rer. Oec. in Germany
1990 Bridge-Crest Management Course, Great Britain
1976 Moscow State University, doctoral grade in Economics
1971 Graduated from Moscow State University, Dept of economics, Chair of Foreign Economies, economist
Work Experience
1998 - now Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration, associate professor- international finance
1994 - 1996 Project coordinator in trade and investment with Pilz & Partner GmbH, Dorsten, Germany
1986 - now Expert in exports and investment, Latvia, Germany
1982 - 1986 Associated Professor Economics, Asmara University, Eritrea
1980 Associated Professor, Moscow, Russia
1975 - 1992 Associated Professor, Riga Aviation University
1971 - 1974 Moscow State University, aspirant
Languages Latvian, Russian, English, German - free
Membership
International Atlantic Economic Society (www.iaes.org) member
RISEBA Constitutional Congress member, chairman of counting commission
SOCRATES Programme ERASMUS - ACTION 2.2. Helsinki participant
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Researches
PHARE-ACE research P97-8213-R Public Procurement, four reports at IAES Conferences in Munich, Athens, Philadelphia, Vienna
1999.-2003.gg., report at the 2nd. World Congress of Latvian Scientists in Riga, reports at the 6 th and 7th Nordic-Baltic Conferences
Publications Total number 50 in Latvian, English, Russian (1999-2003)
1. Educating and Training Entrepreneurs in How to Compete for the State Orders. Nordic-Baltic Sea Region on the Eve of 21st Century. Reports of The 6th Nordic-Baltic International Conference, Riga, 2000.
2. Public Procurement Development in Latvia. The Second World Congress of Latvian Scientists. Riga 14-15 August 2001
3. First Assessment of the Public Procurement System in Latvia. International Advances in Economic Research. Vol.7(1), February 2001. http://www.iaes.org/journal2/iaer/feb_01/contents.htm
4. International Aspects of Public Procurement in Latvia. Integration Problems of the Baltic region Countries on their Way to the European Union. Proceedings of the International Conference. Rezekne. 2000.
5. Making Use of Shares as Instruments of Strategic Management in Latvia. Co-author M.Kapelka. The Missing Middle International Conference. Durham. Great Britain. www.missingmiddle.com 2002.
6. Latvian State Debt Sustainability For EU Accession. Book of Abstracts 7th Nordic-Baltic Conference in Regional Science Regional Integration and Transition in the Baltic Rim. Ystad, Sweden, October 2-5,2002.
7. Public Procurement and Fiscal Consolidation Measures in Latvia. International conference Traditions and Innovations in Sustainable Development of Society. Rezekne 28.02.-02.02.2002.
8. New Developments in Financial market of a EU Accession Country. Co-authors J. Burova, N.Sirkova, V.Suharevs. International Conference Higher School of Economics and Culture. Riga. May 2003.
9. Appropriate Evaluation Methods of Functioning Enterprises in the Context of European Integration. Co-author V.Krimane. International Conference Higher School of Economics and Finance. Riga. May 2003.
10. Corporate Social Responsibility and Public Procurement in Latvia. 5th Annual International Conference Conditions of Sustainable Development: New Challenges and Prospects. Riga 11-12 September 2003.
11. Public Procurement in Latvia. Monograph. Research Series: Business in Central and Eastern Europe. Riga 2004 (planned).
Participation in international conferences (1999-2003)1. The 6th Nordic-Baltic International Conference Nordic-Baltic Sea Region on the Eve of
21st Century. Riga, 2000.Referāts Educating and Training Entrepreneurs in How to Compete for the State Orders.
2. The Second World Congress of Latvian Scientists. Riga 14-15 August 2001. Paper Public Procurement Development in Latvia
3. 49th International Atlantic Economic Conference Munich, Germany. March 2000. Paper: Public Procurement in Latvia.
4. 51st International Atlantic Economic Conference Athens Greece. March 2001. Paper: Public Procurement in Latvia and the Western Mainstream
5. 52nd International Atlantic Economic Conference Philadelphia, USA October 2001. Paper: Public Debt and Fiscal Stabilization in Latvia
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6. The International Conference. Integration Problems of the Baltic region Countries on their Way to the European Union . Rezekne. 2000.Referāts International Aspects of Public Procurement in Latvia.
7. The Missing Middle International Conference. Durham. Great Britain. 2002. www.missingmiddle.com Paper: Making Use of Shares as Instruments of Strategic Management in Latvia. Co-author M.Kapelka.
8. 7th Nordic-Baltic Conference in Regional Science Regional Integration and Transition in the Baltic Rim. Ystad, Sweden, October 2-5,2002. Paper: Latvian State Debt Sustainability for EU Accession.
9. International conference Traditions and Innovations in Sustainable Development of Society. Rezekne 28.02.-02.02.2002. Paper: Public Procurement and Fiscal Consolidation Measures in Latvia.
10. 55th International Atlantic Economic Conference Vienna March 2003. Referāts Treasury Model of Public Corporation Finance and the Western Mainstream. Co-author A.Cakuls.
11. International Conference. Higher School of Economics and Culture. Riga. May 2003. Paper: New Developments in Financial market of a EU Accession Country Co-authors J.Burova, N.Sirkova, V.Suharevs.
12. 5th Annual International Conference Conditions of Sustainable Development: New Challenges and Prospects. Banka Augstskola. Riga 11-12 September 2003. Referāts Corporate Social Responsibility and Public Procurement in Latvia.
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IRINA SENNIKOVA
Name, Surname: Irina Sennikova
Date of Birth: 10 February 1963
Institution: Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
Position: Dean and Vice Rector
Work Experience:
2004 – present Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration. Dean and Vice Rector
2003 - 2004 Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration. Acting Rector
1993 – 2003 Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration . Vice Rector International Relations; Director of International learning Centre; Director of Admissions; Lecturer
1991 – 1993 Latvian Business School. Head of Open Learning Programmes
1987 – 1991 Riga Secondary School No. 86. English Language Teacher
Education:
2001 - Present Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management (Poland), PhD Candidate. Thesis „Phenomenon of Intellectual Entrepreneurship and Patterns of its emergence”.
Due to be completed in autumn 2006
1999 IEDC - Bled School of Management (Slovenia). Degree of International Executive Master of Business Administration
1981 – 1987 Latvian State University, Faculty of Foreign Languages, MA in English Philology, Qualification of the English Language Teacher
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Additional Education, Courses:
July 2005 Harvard Business School, European Entrepreneurship Colloquium - Participant Centred Learning. Boston, MA, USA
January 2004 Harvard Business School. Workshop "Innovation and development of new markets", London, UK
January 2004 L.Ozoliņa’s Studio. Training programme „Proficiency. Rhetoric. Communication”, Riga
August 2003 Training programme “Research Design and Methodology” organized by University of Salford and RISEBA, Riga
July 2003 International Management Institute of St - Petersburg (IMISP). Summer School,
Philosophy, teaching methods and Contents of the programme „Master of Business Administration”, S.Peterburg, Russia
May 2003 efmd, AACSB. New Deans Seminar “What every new dean needs to know about being the Dean”, Paris, France
February –
March 2002 IESE. International Teaching Development Programme, Barcelona, Spain
Sept. 2001 CEEMAN Seminar „How to teach using CASE method”, Slovenia
April 2000 CEEMAN Seminar „ Business School Management”, Vilnius, Lithuania
Oct. 1999 Seminar „How to teach with the Case Method”
March 1998 CEEMAN Seminar „Working out a Study Course”, Budapest, Hungary
Sept. 1997 CEEMAN Seminar „ How to manage a Business School”, Riga, Latvia
July 1997 AIB Bank. Educational Programme Policy, Dublin, Ireland
June 1997 Cambridge Advanced English language course
Febr. 1996 CEEMAN Seminar “How to create and manage a Business School”, Slovenia
June 1994 MANCAT. Training for Latvian Banks’ Councillors, financed by British Know How Fund, Great Britain
March 1993 Study visit to Manchester College of Arts and Technology (MANCAT),
Part-time Study Programme in Management (3 weeks)
Other Relevant Information:
Have experience in accreditation of educational programmes in Latvia.
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CEEMAN (Central and Eastern Management Development Association) accreditation expert (member of the peer review teams)
EQUAL Board Member (EQUAL is the international association of quality assessment and accreditation agencies in the field of European management education), representing CEEMAN.
One of the founding members of the International Entrepreneurship Forum (University of Essex, OECD LEED programme)
A partner in EU funded project on Intercultural Knowledge Management (2000- 2005).
Have worked as a consultant to OECD workshop Capacity Building in Entrepreneurship and SME development (December 2004).
Senior Enterprise Fellow at University of Essex (UK), School of Entrepreneurship and Business
Language Skills: Russian – Mother tongue, Latvian, English – fluent
Participation in Conferences:
Central and East European Management Development Association - CEEMAN annual conferences:
-2005, Kiev, Ukraine “Innovations in management Development”.
-2004, Saint Petersburg “Enlargement of the EU and Its Impact on Management Development “, (presentation on Cross- cultural Consequences of European Enlargement)
- 2003, Sofia, Bulgaria, "Business Cooperation and Business Schools Cooperation: New Opportunities within CEEMAN";
- 2002, Bled, Slovenia, Leadership and our Future Society (presentation on leadership and social responsibility in Latvia);
- 2001, Dubrovnik, Going International from an Emerging Economy: Corporate Experience and Business School Challenge;
- 2000., Trieste, Entrepreneurship on the Wave of Change: Implications for Management Development;
- 1999, Budapest, Hungary, European Diversity and Integration: Implications for Management Development;
- 1998, Riga, Latvia, Transformational Leadership – The Challenge for Management
Development in Central and Eastern Europe;
- 1997, Sinaja, Romania, Developing and Mobilizing East and Central Europe’s Human Potential for Management;
- 1996, Prague, Check Republic, Managing in Transition in Central and Eastern Europe: Stage II.
The European Foundation for Management Development - efmd annual conferences:
- 2006, Paris, France joint AACSB-efmd conference « Management development in a different light »
- 2003, Lausanne, Switzerland, "Positioning Business School - Reputational branding and reality".
- 2002, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Global Forums of Management Education:
- 2005, Santiago Chile, “Redefining Management Education in a globalised world”
- 2002, Bangkok, Thailand, “Breaking Traditional Boundaries” (presentation on Education in Central and Eastern Europe);
- 1998, Chicago, USA, Global Forum in Management Education.
Baltic Management Development Association (BMDA) annual conferences
-2005, Tallinn, Estonia “A Celebration of Variety: Building on Differences”
-2004, Riga, Latvia, “Enhancing Baltic Managerial Competitiveness”, Key note speaker “Intellectual Entrepreneurship as a Key to Success of Baltic Managers”.
- 2003, Kaunas, Lietuva, “Development Partnership between Business and Science in the Context of Globalisation”. Chairing a session and making a presentation on Doing Research: Right methods for Solving Management Issues;
Research Conferences:
-2006, Riga, Latvia “Next Decade Challenges for Business”. Presenting a paper Phenomenon of Intellectual Entrepreneurship and Emerging Patterns of Intellectual entrepreneurship in Latvia.
-2005, Cape Town, South Africa, “New venture creation and entrepreneurial growth across borders: Integrating diversity of ideas, people and institutions.
- 2003, Milan, Italy, "Entrepreneurial and professional management within SME's field: combining creativity and techniques";
- 2002., Helsinki, Finland, European Quality link –Equal – Socrates Dissemination Conference;
- 2001., First Conference on the International Entrepreneurship Forum,
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Entrepreneurship and Learning. Presenting a paper Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia, received the best Paper Award;
- 2000., Tampere, Finland, Internationalising Entrepreneurship Education and Training.
Publications:
1. E.Kalniņa, I.Senņikova, Assessing Management Training Needs in Central and Eastern Europe. Survey of selected enterprises in Latvia, European Training Foundation, 2000
2. I.Senņikova “Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia”. The international Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Volume 3, Number 1, February, 2002.
3. I.Senņikova “Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia”. Published in Edition „Intellectual Product and Intellectual Capital” by Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management, 2003.
4. I.Senņikova, Conference proceedings „Intellectual Entrepreneurship as a Possible Key to Success of Baltic Managers”. Baltic Management Development Association (BMDA) Conference „Enhancing Baltic Managerial Competitiveness”, Riga, 2004.
5. I.Senņikova, P.Kidger Conference proceedings „The Contribution of Intellectual Entrepreneurship to the Economic Transformation of the Economy of Latvia”. 19th Annual Employment Research Unit Conference „Management, Work and Organization in Postsocialist Societies” hosted by Cardiff Business School, Cardiff, 2004.
6. I. Sennikova, Conference proceedings “Cross- cultural Consequences of European Enlargement”. 12th Annual CEEMAN conference “Enlargement of the EU and Its Impact on Management Development “, St.Petersburg, Russia, 2004.
7. I. Sennikova, «Интеллектуальное предпринимательство и его вклад в развитие экономики Латвии». Минск, 2005
8. I.Sennikova, B.Kurovs “Phenomenon of intellectual entrepreneurship and emerging patterns of intellectual entrepreneurship in Latvia”, Journal of Business Economics and Management, special issue , 2006.
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ELLA KALNINA
Name, Surname Ella Kalnina
Date of Birth 1 February 1964
Institution Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
Present Position Head of External Relations. MBA Director
Education
Master of Business Administration , University of Salford
Higher Education (major in English), University of Latvia
Teaching activities
At present Innovation Management and Creativity in Business
1998- 2000 Management of SME. Seminars for entrepreneurs
Research, publication
2006 E. Doran, E.Kalnina, Educating Entrepreneur, International Scientific Conference The next Decade Challenges for Business, Riga
2001 E. Kalnina, I. Sennikova. Assessing Management Training needs in Central and Eastern Europe. Survey of Selected Enterprises in Latvia. Report on international research project on Assessing Management Training needs in Central and Eastern Europe. Project implemented by CEEMAN and ETF
2000 SMEs training at RISEBA. Case study drafted for the European Training Foundation (ETF) report “Entrepreneurial Training for the growth of SMEs. Lessons from Central and Eastern Europe”
Research interests
Innovation management.
Work experience
2003 December - present Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
Head of External Relations; MBA programme
director, Honorary Visiting Lecturer at the University of Salford.
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2003 March - 2003 December Head of International Office
1998 January - 2003 March International Programmes Co-ordinator
Manager of the training course “Management of Small and Medium Enterprises”. Participation in international research projects: Entrepreneurial Training for SME’s Growth. Lessons from Central and East European Countries (University of Durham & ETF). Country expert for the project Assessment of the Management Training Needs in the CEE Countries at the Achieved Level of Transition (CEEMAN & ETF)
1996 September - 1997 December Manchester College of Arts and Technology (MANCAT) Publishing Unit Managing Editor reporting to Executive Director of MANCAT International Division. Contracted to provide consultancy to EC PHARE Banking Training Project in Latvia. Responsibilities: to supervise translation, editing and production of banking study texts, to ensure quality and schedule of the project
1994, January - 1996, August Union Baltic Bank in Riga
Personal assistant to President, interpreter. A team member for implementation of a bank computerised accounting system (translation of manuals, input parameters, charts of accounts etc.) Interpreting at negotiations, international audits.
1992 August - 1993 December Latvian Business School
International Co-ordinator reporting to General Manager. Responsibilities: administration of training courses and seminars in Riga and overseas (Banking, Management). Teaching English with specialisation in Banking. Interpreting at seminars in Banking and Finance (AIB International Consultants, Fairplace, Manchester College of Arts and Technology, Association of Commercial Banks of Latvia)
1986 - 1992 Latvian Academy of Science
Institute of Wood Chemistry. Responsibilities: foreign correspondence processing, translation of scientific articles, patent specifications etc.
Training courses
January 2004, London, UK New Market Growth Innovation Workshop, Harvard Business School
June 2001, Cambridge, UK EFER (European Foundation for Entrepreneurial Research) Seminar for Entrepreneurship Teachers “Developing Entrepreneurs”
September 1999, Riga, Latvia CEEMAN seminar “Distance Business Education
May 1999, Budapest, Hungary CEEMAN seminar “How to teach with a case study”
February - September 1999 Learning About Open Learning (LOLA) course designed and provided by Scottish Development Overseas and Hariot-Watt University, funded by Phare
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September 1996 Training visit to Manchester College of Arts and Technology (3 weeks) How to run an Open Learning Production Unit
Computer literacy
IBM, Apple Macintosh. Software: Word for Windows, Pagemaker, Exel
Languages
English - fluent, Russian - fluent, Latvian - fluent, French - elementary
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GEORGIJS BURAKOVS
Name and Surname Georgijs Burakovs
Date of Birth: 29 November1944
Institution: Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
Position MBA Director, Senior lecture of Logistics
Education and Qualifications
1973 Riga Civil Aviation University
Doctor of Science in Automated Control Systems
1968 Riga Civil Aviation University
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Professional Experience
10/2000 - present Riga International School of Economics and Business administration (RISEBA ). MBA Director. Senior lecture of Logistics
Russian (native), Latvian (fluent), English (working language )
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JULIJA BULATOVA
Name, Surname: Julija Bulatova
Date of Birth 15th of March, 1976
I. Institution Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
II. Position Lecturer at The Marketing and Management Department
III. Professional Experience
2001 – present Strategic Consultancy Ltd. , Cambridge, UK
Baltic/CIS Representative Consultant
Chartered with the responsibility to assist with providing unique cultural insights as to the proper organisational behavioural methodologies needed to secure an atmosphere for creative thinking. Duties include assisting with the development of workshops and training programs that will prepare employees of companies in the Baltics and CIS.
1999 – 2000; Riga’s Pedagogical and Educational Leaders University
December 2001 - present
Lecturer of Psychology of Creativity, Social, Pedagogical Psychology. Duties include: leading and supervising elaboration of scientific works, organising and leading workshops, seminars, conferences, project works, evaluating students’ studying process
September 2002 - present Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
(Salford University Program) Teaching in English the courses of Social and
Business Psychology, Cross-Cultural, and Organisational Psychology
1998 – 2000; Riga’s Secondary School Nr. 66
September 2002 - present
Teaching English and psychology for children with special needs
Psychological consultancy for children with special needs, their parents
Summer 1995 Riga’s Children Rights Protection Bureau:
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Emergency telephone hotline
IV. Education
Since September 2002 PhD candidate in Clinical and Social Psychology, University of Latvia
November 2001 MPhil in Social and Developmental Psychology, University of Cambridge, Downing College, Cambridge, UK. Awarded: George Soros Academic Scholarship, British Council Overseas Trust Scholarship. Focus: Cross-Cultural Psychology, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Public Relations and Questions of Citizenship
July 1999 Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, University of Latvia
Awarded: Academic Scholarship from Humanitarian Institute. Grade Point Average: 9.6 / 10
Focus: Developmental, Social Psychology, Problems of Motivation, Creativity, National stereotypes, Ethno-
psychology, Anthropology, Psychotherapy, Counselling, and Psycho diagnostics
V.
Additional education
1999 – 2001 University of Latvia, Clinical Psychology Faculty
Theory of Counselling and Psychotherapy, Practical Training and Supervision
1999 – 2000 St. Petersburg Academy of Psychology
Obtained Diploma of Successfully Completed Course of Psychological Consultancy
1996 – 1997 Pedagogical Academy of Latvia
Focus: Management, Organizational Behaviour, Foundations of Bookkeeping, Psychology for Personnel Department Examination Grade Point Average: 9.5 / 10
July 1998 International Gestalt Forum
Intensive Training – Seminar in Gestalt Psychotherapy
1996 – 1998 Music Academy of Latvia
Successfully completed 2 year program within the Faculty of Vocal
1994 – 1995 Latvian Academy of Culture
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Faculty of Literature, Critique and Culture Administration. Focus: cultures’ theory, history of culture, literature’s theory, etc.
1988 – 1991 Riga’s Music School
Obtained diploma of completing the Intermediate Music School program in the Department of Harp. Awarded 1st place in the Baltic Music Competition in String Instruments
July 1993 Riga’s Institute of Traumatology
Obtained certificate of intensive nursing training
Scientific experience and publications
August 2000 International Forum of Psychologists in Stockholm
November 1998 International Conference on Creativity in Riga
Organising the Conference and presenting the paper
June, 1999 School Psychologist Conference in Riga
Presentation of the Paper
“Motivation to create: theoretical debates review”
1986 - 1991 Faculty of Management and Economic Information at the University
of Latvia,
Qualification: economist-mathematician.
Theme of Graduation Paper: “The System of Simulation Macro-
models of Development of Agricultural Sector’s Economy in Latvia”.
1991 - 1993 Postgraduate Course in Environmental Management at the University
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of Latvia,
Master Degree in Business Management.
Theme of Graduation Paper: “ Macro-modelling of agricultural
production with the environmental restrictions”.
1993 - 1994 European Postgraduate Course in Environmental Management. The
Faculty of Environmental Sciences of the University of Amsterdam,
Master Degree in Environmental Management
Theme of internship report: “Use the Macro-Economical Models for
Manure Policy in the Netherlands”.
1995 - 1998 PhD student in University of Latvia
Theme of Doctor thesis: “The Research of Latvian Agricultural and
Food Market: Problems, Principles, Methods.” Doctor thesis was
defended on July 3, 1998.
Honours or honorary degrees:
September 30,
1998
Honour (Nr. 1202-205) from Ministry of Economics, Republic of Latvia,
for the success in Research papers’ competition among PhD students for
the research curried out under the title “The Research of Latvian Agricultural
and Food Market: Problems, Principles, Methods”.
Knowledge of foreign languages:
Russian – mother tongue
English - good
Latvian - excellent
Professional experience:
Time Place
September, 2005 –
currently
Riga International School of Economics and Business
Administration, Head of Economics Department, the study courses:
”Microeconomics” and ”Macroeconomics”
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January, 2003 –
August, 2005
Head of Policy Analysis Unit in Latvian State Institute of Agrarian
Economics
2004 - 2005 Assistant professor of Economic Department of Latvian Agricultural
University, the study course: ”Economics”
January – June, 1999 Department of Management of the University of Latvia,
Lecturer of the study course: ”Strategy and policy management for
enterprises”
November, 1998 to
December 1999
Policy analyst in Phare/CEAS/ASA project “Institutional
Development in Support of Latvian Agriculture”, Ministry of
Agriculture
1994 - 2003 Researcher and policy analyst in the Department of Agricultural
policy and Economic Relations, Latvian State Institute of Agrarian
Economics
1992 - 1993 Department of High Mathematics of the University of Latvia,
Lecturer of the following study courses:
Linear optimal planning; Social-Economic modelling.
1991 - 1994 Assistant in Department of Agricultural development and production
efficiency, Latvian State Institute of Agrarian Economics
Participation in international projects:
January , 1997 – December, 1997
National partner, Phare ACE project P95-2198-R “Competitiveness of the Baltic Agricultural and Food Sectors after Accession to the EU”
June , 1997 - December 1998
National partner, Phare ACE project P96-6055-R “Inefficiencies in the Food Industries of the Baltic States: Economic Analysis and Policy Options”
November,1998 - December 1999
Policy analyst, Expert on Modelling issues, Phare/CEAS/ASA project LE 95 05 “Institutional Development in Support of Latvian Agriculture”
September, 2001 - 2004
National partner, EU Fifth Framework Research Programme Quality of Life and Management of Living Resources: “Agricultural Sector in the Member states EU and Newly associated States in Central and Eastern Europe: Econometric Modelling for projections and Analysis of EU Policies on Agriculture, Forestry and the Environment (QLRT-2001-02853)
May, 2003 – Project coordinator of Baltic Project “EU CAP Reform: Assessment of
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January, 2004 Impact on Agrarian Sectors and rural areas in the Baltic States”
January, 2006 – currently
National partner, member of the project core group in
EU Sixth Framework Research Programme Quality of Life and
Management of Living Resources: STREP “Agricultural Member
States Modelling for the EU and Eastern European Countries”
(SSPE-CT-2005-021543)
Participation in the research project for Ministry of Agriculture of Latvia
2000 Project Nr ZM-2000-25 “The analysis of competitiveness of Latvian
agricultural products” [latv.:“Latvijas lauksaimniecības produkcijas
konkurētspējas attīstības analīze”]
2001 Project Nr ZM-2001-2 Economical and financial calculations of Latvian
Agriculture for the assessment of the effects of Latvian accession in the EU
and participation in WTO [latv.: “Latvijas lauksaimniecības ekonomisko un
finansiālo aprēķinu veikšana lai izvērtētu Latvijas ieguvumus un zaudējumus,
iestājoties ES un esot PTO dalībvalsts”]
2002 Making the analytical research for economical argumentation of Latvian
Position in the Accession Negotiations on Chapter 7 ”Agriculture”
[latv.:Piedalīšanās darbā pie Latvijas Republikas nostājas 7. sadaļas
“Lauksaimniecība” ekonomiskās argumentācijas sagatavošanas iestāšanas
sarunām ar ES].
2004 – 2005 Project Nr 140704/S491 Assessment of scenarios of the implementation of
CAP reform in Latvia [latv.: “Eiropas Savienības kopējas lauksaimniecības
politikas 2003.gadā reformas ieviešanas Latvijā scenāriji un to īstenošanas
novērtējums”]
2005 – 2006 Project Nr 290605/S231 "The CAP reform full implementation in Latvia:
possible differentiation of direct payments by regions and sectors
[latv.:“Reformētas ES KLP pilnīga ieviešana Latvijā: iespējamā
tiešmaksājumu reģionālā un nozaru diferencēšana”]
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Participation in the scientific projects of Latvian Council of Science:
2005 - currently Project Nr. 05. 1904 “Agri-food tradable and non-tradable goods
in European market: opportunities for policy and production
strategies “
2001- 2004 Project Nr 01.0219 “Competitiveness of Latvian agri- food sector
and market globalisation: factors, impacts and perspectives“
Computer skills:
GAMS System; Micro TSP; MS Office 2000;
Participation on scientific conferences and seminars:
1. The Recent and the Future of the Latvian Agriculture in the Framework of the CAP //Conference “The European Common Agricultural policy and its Reform Needs and Impacts in the Region” Tartu, May 3-4, 2002
2. Kā reformējas KLP un vai mums ir izvēle? Reformas mērķis un būtība. Latvijas izvēles. Ietekme uz Latvijas lauksaimniecību [How will CAP be reformed and Do we have a choice? The core and objectives of the reform. Choices for Latvia and impact on Latvian agriculture] - Seminārs Izstādē “Pavasaris 2004” [Seminar on the Faire “Pavasaris 2004”]. Riga; 26 March, 2004.
3. Some look on the development of competitiveness of Latvian agriculture and food sector. – OECD Workshop “Enhancing competitiveness in the agro-food sector: making policy work” in Vilnius, 16 - 17 June 2004.
4. Some look on the development of Latvian agriculture and food sector – Finnish-Latvian experts’ Seminar. Helsinki.: MTT. 12 October 2004.
5. CAP reform in Latvia: policy options, selection criteria and methods of assessment. - Baltic States experts meeting on the CAP reform. Riga.: Ministry of Agriculture, 26 November, 2004.
6. The Reformed Common Agricultural Policy as a Synergy Factor of Rural Development in Latvia – Rural Extension Network in Europe (R.E.N.E.); Conference “Influence of Agricultural and Rural Advisers Operation Synergy on the Rural Development Process”, 25- 28 April, 2005, Saulkrasti, Latvia.
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7. Perspectives for Latvian agriculture in the framework of EU Common Agricultural Policy. International Scientific Conference “Problems of Agrarian Research Development in Common European Space” in Jelgava, 27-28 May, 2005.
8. Predictions for Agricultural Production Under the Reformed CAP in Latvia. - International Scientific Conference “Perspectives of the Baltic States’ Agriculture under the CAP reform” in Tartu, 17-18 June, 2005.
9. The reform of Common Agricultural Policy in Latvia: opportunities un projections.- International Scientific Conference “The Next Decade Challenges For Business” in Riga, 2-3 February, 2006.
Publications:
1. Jasjko D., Hartmann M., Miglavs A., Wandel J. Industrial Organisation of the Food Industry in Latvia: Results of an Expert Survey in the Dairy and Milling Branches Restructuring the Latvian food industry: problems and perspectives // Discussion paper No 22. - Halle: IAMO, 1999.- 38 p.
2. Jasjko D., Latvian dairy and milling industries: the current stage and perspectives for development. Latvijas Universitātes zinātniskie raksti [Scientific reports of University of Latvia] - Rīga., 1999.g.
3. Jasjko D., Lehtonen H., Miglavs, A., Kettunen L. Perspectives for Latvian Agricultural Sector Development // Scientific report.-Riga: LSIAE, 1999.- 68 p.
4. Jasjko D., Leoke E., Selickis E. (2001) Latvijas lauksaimniecības produkcijas konkurētspējas kvantitatīvā novērtēšana [engl.: Quantitative assessment of competitiveness of Latvian agricultural products] // “Lauku attīstības problēmas un risinājumi”.- Jelgava: LLU, 2001.-
5. Frolova L., Jaunzeme I., Jasjko D.(2003) Russian trade liberalization effect on the Latvian agricultural and food product export development // LU RAKSTU Vadības zinību sērija.- 660.sēj.- R.: LU, 2003. p 185.- 203.;
6. Miglavs A., Jasjko D. (2003) EU Enlargement and CAP Reform: Modelling and Information Availability// Information Systems in Agriculture. Poland.:CSO, 2003, p 65 – 78.
7. Salputra G., Jasjko, D., (2004) Development of Latvian Agricultural Sector: Quantitative Assessment of the Accession Effects //Possibilities for Rural Development in the Enlarged Europe. - Starpatutiskās zinātniskās konferences raksti N5. Jelgava.:LLU, 2004., p. 35.- 44.
8. Jasjko, D., Miglavs, A., Feldmans D., (2004) The Structural Changes in Latvian Agricultural Sector after Application of CAP Reform //.Possibilities for Rural Development in the Enlarged Europe. - Starpatutiskās zinātniskās konferences raksti N5. Jelgava.:LLU, 2004, p. 25.- 34.
9. Salputra G., Jasjko, D., (2004) Agricultural Policy Development: Options and Opportunities for Quantitative Analysis. Vadības zinātne. – Latvijas Universitātes raksti, 674.sējums, 2004, p. 33.- 47.
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10. EU CAP Reform: Assessment of Impact on Agrarian Sectors and rural areas in the Baltic States. Analytical report.-Riga.:LSIAE, 2004 – pp.121;
11. Jasjko, D., (2005) The Reformed Common Agricultural Policy as a Synergy Factor of Rural Development in Latvia //International Conference Influence of Agricultural and Rural Advisers Operation Synergy on the Rural Development Process.- Proceedings of the conference. Saulkrasti.:LLKC,2005, p. 23-34.
12. Jasjko, D., Fadejeva L., (2006) The reform of Common Agricultural Policy in Latvia: opportunities un projections//.The Next Decade Challenges for Business. – Proceedings of the conference. Riga.:RISEBA, 2006, p. 47.- 56.
Occupation or position held project manager e-commerce
Name of employer EDS Serviss
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Dates From 9/2002
Occupation or position held Lecture in e-commerce and „European Business Studies”
Name of employer RSEBAA
Dates 9/2003 - 6/2005
Occupation or position held Lecture in e-commerce
Name of employer TSI
Dates 5/1999 - 11/2000
Occupation or position held Programming engineer
Name of employer Latvian Railway
Dates 9/1999 - 7/2004
Occupation or position held Lecture in design and programming
Name of employer BKI
Dates 3/1997 - 7/2004
Occupation or position held Lecture in design and programming
Name of employer studio „Datorgrafika”
Dates 4/1996 - 12/1997
Occupation or position held 3D-atrist
Name of employer „Studija 3”
Dates 4/1996 - 12/2001
Occupation or position held Laboratory worker
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Name of employer RTU ĶTF
Education and training
Dates 9/2005
Title of qualification awarded Ekonomiska maģistraturā
Name and type of organisation providing education and training
RSEBAA
Dates 8/2001 – 10/2005
Title of qualification awarded Doctoral studies (theoretical course)
Name and type of organisation providing education and training
RTU MLĶF
Dates 2/1999 – 7/2001
Title of qualification awarded RTU MLĶF Master degree in chemistry
Name and type of organisation providing education and training
RTU MLĶF
Dates 2/1995 – 7/1999
Title of qualification awarded RTU ĶTF Bachelor degree in chemistry
Name and type of organisation providing education and training
RTU ĶTF
Dates 9/1996 – 6/1998
Title of qualification awarded Pedagogical disciplines
Name and type of organisation providing education and training
Humanitarian Institute RTU
Dates 05/2003
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Title of qualification awarded „Flash Advanced programming” Diploma from Macromedia
Name and type of organisation providing education and training
Real Time School by Macromedia Co., Moscow
Dates 10/2003
Title of qualification awarded „New Media”
Name and type of organisation providing education and training
Real Time School by Macromedia Co., Moscow
Personal skills and competences
Mother tongue(s) Russian
Other language(s) english, latvian, german, esperanto
Self-assessment Understanding Speaking Writing
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Other skills and competences Driver licence
Scientific work 2 nedēļu programma Charmers Universitātē Gēteborgā, Zviedrija.2 nedēļu kursi Sanktpēterburgas Politehniskajā institūtā Sanktpēterburga, Krievija.
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Scientific projects and programs State program 950006.Synthesis, Investigation and Elaboration of Novel Photoactive Organic Materials for Use in Photonics and Nano-Electronics. Latvian Council of Science (1997-2000). (Head of Part of Program O. Neilands).
1964-69 Final City and Guilds NE LiverpoolMechanical Engineering Technical College1969-73 HNC and Endorsements Widnes TechnicalProduction Engineering. College1977-81 B.A. Degree Open University in Technology, Systems and Psychology.1984-86 B.A. Honours Open Universityin Materials and Industrialbased Production Project.
1986-87 M.Sc Salford Universityby research in Robotic Assembly
1987-91 PhD by Research Salford University in Quality Management Systems.
1963-68 APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN, General Engineering - Ford Motor Co Ltd Halewood1968-72 QUALITY ENGINEER Ford Motor Co Ltd1972-76 PLANT QUALITY LIAISON ENGINEER , Ford Motor Co Ltd1976-79 DIVISIONAL QUALITY PLANNING ENGINEER, Leyland Truck & Bus1979-82 PLANT SENIOR QUALITY ENGINEER, Leyland Engine Plant1982-83 QUALITY SUPERINTENDENT Leyland Engine Plant
Directly responsible for sixty two inspectors, one senior foreman, two foremen and hree Quality Technicians.
1983-84 MACHINING CENTRE MANAGER, Leyland Vehicles LtdDirectly responsible for the following areas: (1) Toolroom (2) Gauge & Test Calibration Centre (3) Tool & Cutter grinding Department (4) Tool & Jig Stores. A total of eighty six people worked in the above areas including senior foremen, foremen and engineers
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS:
1984-86SENIOR LECTURER IN THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT AT THE SALFORD COLLEGE OF TECNOLOGY Specialist areas: Engineering Materials Robotics Automation Quality Management Manufacturing Technology and Systems Computer Aided Production Management Project Work Industrial Consultancy
1986-87 LECTURER IN THE MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT UNIT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD Specialist areas: Advanced Production Management Systems Business Enterprise Teaching Company Associate Scheme Graduate Gateway Enterprise Programme Management Development Training
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Quality Management. Performance Improvement
:1987 to 1992 DIRECTOR OF STUDIES , MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT UNIT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Responsible for the day to day management and operation of the Management Development Unit with eight full-time staff and twelve part-time staff Programmes delivered by the Management Development Unit included:Teaching Company Associate Scheme. MSc in Transport and Distribution.MSc in Management of Technological Change.MSc in Management ApplicationMSc in Advanced Production ManagementVarious Organisational Programmes in: Project Management Production Planning and Control Total Quality Management Systems Auditing BS 5750 Staff Development Time Management etc.
1992 DIRECTOR OF THE MANAGEMENTDEVELOPMENT CENTRE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SALFORDResponsible for the operation of the Management Development Centre which resides in the University's Management School. The Centre is responsible for the
delivery of non-certificated Management Development Programmes, CompanyConsultancy, Short Courses,and the MSc in Quality Management.
1997 SENIOR LECTURER IN THE MANAGEMENT SCHOOL SPECIALIST TEACHING SUBJECT AREAS:Communication Skills Listening SkillsTime Management Business Awareness Management Systems Analysis Research Design and MethodologyFacilitating Skills Project ManagementAssertiveness Presentation SkillsQuality Management LeadershipProblem Solving Management ProjectsPerformance Measurement EFQMTeam Building Managing People
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MAY 1999 to AUG 1999 ACTING HEAD OF THE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT IN THE UNIVERSITY OF SALFORDResponsible for twenty-five full-time staff and fifteen part-time staff covering all postgraduate programmes
AUG 1999 to DEC 2001 DEPUTY HEAD OF THE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENTOverall full-time staff of fifty-five plus administrative and part-time staff, covering both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
DEC 2001 to Present DIRECTOR MBA – UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Fellow of the Institute of Quality Assurance - 1984- Chartered Engineer – 1988- Qualified Quality Auditor (BYWATER 1989)- Assessor trained for the European Quality Award – 1994 and 1997
RESEARCH INTERESTS:
- The Implementation of the European Foundation for Quality Management into the Health Authority and the Police Force.- The Implementation of Quality Management Systems- The Deming Philosophy- Team Building and Quality Improvement Teams- Performance Improvement and Measurement
PUBLICATIONS:
Co-author of two booklets:
(1) 'The Role of the Co-ordinator' 1990
(2) 'From Theory to Strategy' 1992 Publisher: British Deming Association
INTERNATIONAL 'PAPERS' WRITTEN/PRESENTED
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(1) Presented a paper entitled "Implementation of the International Quality Standards ISO 9000 Series" in July 1992 at the International Conference - 'Flexible Automation and Information Management 'held in Virginia USA.
(2) Presented a paper entitled "Quality- An Interpretation of the Deming Philosophy" in July 1993 at the International Conference - 'Flexible Automation and Integrated Manufacturing' held in Limerick Eire.
(3) Presented a paper entitled "Implementation of the International Quality Standard ISO 9000 and Beyond" in September 1993 at the 26th ISATA - International Conference on Lean Manufacturing in the Automotive Industries held in the Eurogress, Aachen, Germany.
(4) Presented a paper entitled "Manufacturing Quality Related Costs" in May 1994 at Virginia State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA.
(5) Paper entitled “Application of the European Quality Model in a Large UK Hospital” - International Conference, Business Excellence in Amsterdam January 1996 (Joint paper with PhD research student)
(6) Paper entitled “Self-Assessment in the Health Care Sector- A Case Study” - International Conference, TQM Development in Austria March 1996 (Joint paper with PhD research student)
(7) Presented a paper entitled “Kaizen - A Teamwork Approach to Continuous Improvement” - International Conference in Atlanta USA May 1996
(8) Paper entitled “Employee Selection in a Total Quality Management Context: Taking a hard look at a soft issue” Published in Total Quality Management, Vol. 12, No7 &8, 2001, 855-860 (Joint paper with Dr Christopher Rees)
(9) Paper entitled “The Quality of Service Performance: A Relationship Management Challenge” European ‘Organisation for Quality’ Congress October 2002 . (Joint Paper with Dr Richard Varey)
CONSULTANCY:
1985 to Present Organisational Consultancy has been undertaken in the following
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areas:- Management Development for Directors, Managing Directors, Managers and Supervisors- Systems Analysis and Implementation of New Working Methods- Implementation of the Quality Management System ISO 9000 series in over twenty organisations- Implementation of the European Excellence Award in the NHS and the Police Force- Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving Techniques- Implementation of Total Quality Management- Bench Marking and Cost Analysis- Implementation of cost budget monitoring systems- Implementation of Health and Safety Procedures- Training and Development of Marketing and Sales Personnel- Restructuring of an Organisation- Process Capability TrainingThe scope of this consultancy work has covered a wide range of organisations including, both manufacturing and service sectors.
MISCELLANEOUS:- Chairman of the Merseyside branch of the Institution of Quality Assurance. 1984-1990
- Director of the Quality Management Centre 1987-
- Member of the British Deming Research Team 1988-97
- Member of AMTRI ISO Registration Board 1995-1996
- Member of the Clinical Audit Board at Hope Hospital 1995-1997
- Member of the Steering Group for the CAIPD 1996-97
BA(Econ),First Class Honours, University of Manchester,1966MSc(Econ),London School of Economics/1967 PhD University of Manchester 1975Present Appointment Reader in the School of Management.
University of Salford
Dr Ingham established the first courses at the University of Salford in
Development Economics and International Economics. At postgraduate
level she delivers the module Management in a Global Context on the MBA
programme. She is the author of two major textbooks (See List of
Publications)
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PUBLICATIONS
BOOKS■ International Economics, A European Focus, Pearson FT Prentice Hall,
(2004) ISBN 0273655078■ Economics and Development, McGraw-Hill Book Company, (1995) London
and N.Y.ISBN 0-07-70-7873-x■ (editor) Saving for Recovery in Africa, Heinemann, Portsmouth New
Hampshire and James Currey, London (1992) ISBN-0-435-080.■ (editor) Development Studies and Colonial Policy, Cass, London,(1987)
ISBN 0-7146-3231-7.■ Tropical Exports and Economic Development: New Perspectives on
Producer Response in Three Low Income Countries, (1981) London, Macmillan Press ISSB 0 333 28569 7.
■ (1997), The World Trade Organisation: Trade and Protection in a Changing World Economy, Developments in Economics (ed) G B J Atkinson, Vol. 14, Causeway Press Ltd. (with O.J.A. Shair)
■ (1994), GATT and the Uruguay Round, Ch. 3 in Developments in Economics, (ed) G B J Atkinson, Vol. 10, Causeway Press Ltd., pp. 27-45, ISBN 1-873 929-25-0.
■ (1992), Savings and Investment, the Long View, Ch. 2 in Ingham B.M., Saving for Recovery in Africa, (ed.) with J H Frimpong-Ansah, Heinemann (Portsmouth, New Hampshire), and James Currey (London) ISBN 0-435-0807-x (Heinemann Inc) and 0-85255-125-8 Games Currey)
■ (1992), Issues in World Trade, Ch. 7 in Developments in Economics, Vol. 8, (ed) Brian Atkinson, Causeway Press, March.
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ARTICLES IN REFEREED JOURNALS■ (2000) "Organization/Gender and Development: Experiences
from Bangladesh"Geo-Care Journal,6,2l-$3 ISSN 1025-4676, with AKM Abul Kalam (Co-authored. 50% contribution from each author)
■ (1999), "Human Behaviour and Development Economics", European Journal of the History of Economic Thought, Vol 6: 4, Winter 1999, ISSN 0967-2567.
■ (1999), "Comparative Perspectives in Development Economics", Journal of Economic Methodology, 6:3 ISSN 1350-178X
■ (1993), The Meaning of Development, Interaction Between "New" and "Old" Ideas, World Development, Vol. 21, No. 11, pp. 1803-1821, November. ISSN 0305 705.
■ (1993), Parliament Welcomes the Instrument of the Future, Commonwealth Development Corporation, with Professor Michael Faber, Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex (Co-authored. 50% contribution from each author)
■ (1993), How the Colonial Development Corporation Began, Commonwealth Development Corporation, 2. with Professor Michael Faber, Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex (Co-authored.50% contribution from each author)
■ *(1992), Decentralisation and Development Theory and Evidence from Bangladesh, (with A K M Kalam), Public Administration and Development, John Wiley and Sons in Association with the Royal Institution of Public Administration, Vol. 4, No. 4. ISSN 0271 2705.
■ **(1992), Shaping Opinion on Development Policy: Economists at the Colonial Office During World War n, History of Political Economy, Vol. 24, No. 3. ISSN 0018-2702.
■ (1991), The Manchester Years, 1947-1958: A Tribute to the Work of Arthur Lewis, Journal of International Development, Vol. 3, No. 5, October. ISSN 095 41748.
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■ (1990), Evaluation of Decentralisation Policies: Some thoughts on criteria and issues, Journal of the Bangladesh National Geographical Association, Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2.■ (1989), Dudley Seers as Development Adviser in Ghana and Malta, in Dudley Seers, Appreciations and Critiques, (ed) J Toye, Bulletin of the Institute of Development Studies, Vol. 20, No. 3.■ (1987), Shaping Opinion on Development Policy: The Lewis and Seers Ross Reports of the early 1950's, Manchester Papers on Development, Vol. HI, No. 3, November.■ (1981), The Two World Wars and Economic Development, with C Simmons, World Development, Vol. 9, No. 8.■ **(1978), Vent for Surplus with Ghanaian Evidence, Journal of Development Studies, Vol. 15, No. 3. Reprinted S Smith and J Toye (eds) Trade and Poor Economies, Pergamon, London, 1979.■ (1973), Ghana Cocoa Farmers, Income Expenditure Relationships, Journal of Development Studies, ix, No. 3, April.■ (1973), The Barter System of Trade and the Growth of the Money Economy: A Note on Copeland's Paper, Supplement to the American Journal of Economics and Sociology.
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CURRICULUM VITAEJonathan SWIFT
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Name
Date of Birth
Present Position
Previous Positions
Jonathan Stuart SWIFT
19.12.1955
Senior Lecturer,
School of Management, University of Salford.
Senior Lecturer, Marketing Division,
Staffordshire University Business School.
Lecturer, Marketing Division,
Management Centre, Staffordshire Polytechnic
ESRC Teaching Fellow, Marketing Division,
Management Centre, Staffordshire Polytechnic
Teacher of Modern Languages, Castlebrook
High School, Bury, Lancashire.
(appointed: 29th January, 2001)
(appointed: 1st September, 1992)
(appointed: 1st September, 1991)
(appointed: 1st October, 1989)
(appointed: 1st September, 1981)
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Qualifications
PhD (Applied Linguistics)
PCTHE (Polytechnic Certificate of Teaching in H.E)
MSc (Marketing)
MA (Latin American Studies)
PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate in Education)
BA (Hons) (Latin American Studies)
Liverpool, 1998
Staffordshire, 1990
U.M.I.S.T, 1990
Liverpool, 1985
Leeds, 1981
Portsmouth, 1979
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Publications Record
a) Published in Refereed Journals
Swift, J.S. (2002) "Foreign Language Competence and Cultural Affinity: A
Study of UK Executives in Foreign Markets", Cross-Cultural Management: An
International Journal, Vol. 9 (2), pp. 4-24
Conway, T. and Swift, J.S. (2000) "International Relationship Marketing: The
Importance of Psychic Distance", European Journal of Marketing, Vol. 34 (12)
pp. 1391-1413
Swift, J.S. (2000) "Foreign Language Competence: A Strategic Issue for
Business?" The International Journal of Applied Management, Vol. 1 (1) pp.
37-53
Swift, J.S. (1999) "Cultural Closeness as a Facet of Cultural Affinity: A
Contribution to the Theory of Psychic Distance in International Marketing."
International Marketing Review Vol.16 (2/3) pp. 182-201
Lumsdon, L.M. and Swift, J.S. (1999) "The Role of the Tour Operator in South
America: Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay", International Journal of
Tourism Research, Vol. 1 (6) pp. 429-439
Lumsdon, LM and Swift, J S (1998) "Ecotourism at a Cross-roads : the Case of
Costa Rica" Journal of Sustainable Tourism Vol. 6 (2) pp. 155-172
Mintzer, I and Swift, J S (1994)"Depilatories in Argentina: A Market Analysis".
Journal of International Marketing, Vol. 2 (4) pp.34-49
Swift, J S (1993) "Problems With Learning Foreign Languages For
International Business", Journal of European Industrial Training, Vol.
17 (1 0 ) pp. 35 - 42
Swift, J S and Smith, AJW (1992)"Attitudes to Language Learning", Journal of
European Industrial Training, Vol. 16 (7 ) pp.7 - 15
Swift, J S (1991) "Foreign Language Ability and International Marketing".
European Journal of Marketing, Vol. 25 (12 ) pp. 36-49
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Swift, J S (1990) "Marketing Competence and Language Skills: UK Firms
in the Spanish Market", International Business Communication, Vol. 2 ( 2) pp.
22 – 26.
b) Books/Contributions to Books
Lumsdon, L.M. and Swift, J.S. (2001) Tourism in Latin America, Continuum
Press, London.
Chisnall, P.M. (2001) Marketing Research (6th Edition), McGraw-Hill,
Maidenhead (Swift, J.S. contributed case studies for the text, teaching notes, and
power-point slides)
Lumsdon, L M and Swift, J S (1994) "Latin American Tourism: The Dilemmas of
the 21st Century" in A.V. Seaton (Ed) Tourism: The State the Art, (pp. 359-365),
John Wiley & Sons, Chichester.
c) Other Publications
Swift, J S (1997) "Language is the Key, but the Door to the Market is Culture"
EL Gazette Issue No 205 (February) p. 12
Duenas, A and Swift, J S (1995) "Amenazas y Oportunidades en el Entorno
Comercial a Fines del Siglo Veinte : El Papel de Mercadeo & Desarrollo
[ “Threats and Opportunities in The Commercial Envioronment at the end of the
20th Century: The Role of Marketing”] Vol. 10(18) pp. 20 - 27
Swift, JS (1994) "Doing Business in Argentina". London Commerce Vol. 5
(8) p. 12
Swift, J S (1992) "The Marketing of Services: Higher Education". Staffordshire
University Business School Working Papers Series, No 2 (January).
Swift, JS (1990) „Closeness, not Language, Matters". Language Matters, No 7,
Spring, p.6
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d) Accepted but not yet Published
Author: Swift, J.S. and Lawrence , K.
Title: “Business Culture in Latin America : E- learning for UK SMEs “.
Journal: Journal of Europena Industrial Training, Vol. 27 ( 8
Editorial & Review
A) Editorial
Editorial Advisory Board( from March 2000)
The InternationalJournal of Applied Management.
B) Reviews :
• Philips, C, Pruyen, A., and Kestemont, Marie-Paul (Eds.) (2003)
Understanding Marketing: A European Casebook, Wiley & Sons, Chichester
Reviewed in: Journal of the Market Research Society, Vol. 45 (3)
• Bullmore, J (1999) Behind the Scenes in Advertising (2nd Edition),
Adamp Publications, Henley – on Thames
Reviewed in: Journal of the Market Research Society, Vol. 41 (3)
• Mudie, P. and Cottam, A (1993) The Management and Marketing of Services,
Butterworth – Heimen, Oxford.
Reviewed in: Journal of the Market Research Society, Vol. 36 (4)
• Smith, H.A. and Coons, S.J. (Eds.) (1992)
Marketing Pharmaceutical Services: Patron Loyalty, Satisfaction, and Preferences
The Haworth Press, Inc., New York
Reviewed in: Journal of the Market Research Society, Vol. 35 (4)
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• Smith, M.C. (1991)
Pharmaceutical Marketing : Strategy and Cases The Haworth Press, Inc., New York
Reviewed in: Journal of the Market Research Society, Vol. 34 (4)
• Taylor, A and Steward, K. (1991)
Financial Handbook for Sales and Marketing Managers, Cassell Educational Ltd,
London. Reviewed in: Journal of the Market Research Society, Vol. 33 (4)
• Massingham, L and Lancaster, G (1990)
Mini Cases in Marketing, Heinemann Professional Publishing, Oxford. Reviewed in:
Journal of the Market Research Society, Vol. 32 (4)
Conferences and Seminars
a) Papers Presented
The European Institute of Retailing and Service Studies (EIRASS):
"11th International Conference: "Recent Advances in Retailing and Services
Scien (Prague, Czech Republic, 10-13* July, 2004) Paper (with Conway, T. and Kim,
J-a): Foreign Language Competence and Cultural Affinity: Services in the UK and
South Korea."
The European Institute of Retailing and Service Studies (EIRASS): "10lh
International Conference on Recent Advances in Retailing and Services Skier
Portland, Oregon, 7-10th August, 2003)
• Paper (with Conway, T and Leighton, D): "The Use of Foreign Language in the
Cultural Industry: Is Cross-cultural Communication a Strategic Consideration?"
2002 EuroCHRIE Conference: "Cross-Cultural Challenges in the Tourism
Industry" (ESADE-Escola Universitaria de Turisme Sant Ignasi, Barcelona, 31
October- 2 November, 2002)
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• Paper (with Lumsdon, L): "Foreign Language Competence: Front Line Service
Staff in the UK Tourism Sector"
"The Academy of Marketing Science: 2002 Multicultural Marketing Conference"
(Universitat de Valencia, Valencia, 26-29 June, 2002)
• Paper (with Conway.T.): "Service Sector Relationship Development in an
International Context: The Importance of Psychic Distance".
"Global Change Conference: Management and Management Developments in the
World Economy" (Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, 14-15
December, 2000)
Paper (with Huang, Y.): "The Changing Nature of International Business
Relationships: The Role of Foreign Language Competence".
"Australia and New Zealand Marketing Academy Conference, 2000" (Griffiths
University, Gold Coast, Australia, 29 November - 1 December, 2000)
• Paper (with Conway, T.): "Art for Art's Sake: Does Sponsorship Produce
Mutually Beneficial Relationships?".
The European Institute of Retailing and Service Studies (EIRASS): "7th
International Conference on Recent Advances in Retailing and Services Science
(Sintra, Portugal, 7-10 July, 2000)
Paper (with Conway, T.): "Relationship Marketing and Sponsorship in the
Arts."
The European Institute of Retailing and Service Studies (EIRASS): "6th
International Conference on Recent Advances in Retailing and Services Science
(San Juan, Puerto Rico, 18-21 July, 1999)
• Paper (with Conway, T.): "Service Sector Relationship Development in an
International Context: The Importance of Psychic Distance."
European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes (EADI):
8th General Conference: "Globalisation, Competitiveness and Human Security"
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(University of Economics and Business Administration, Vienna, 11-14 September,
1996
• Paper (with Lumsdon, L): "The Influence of Human Security Issues on
Competitiveness in Long-Haul Tourism: Evidence from Latin America."
International Conference - The Urban Environment: Tourism (South Bank
University, London, 11-12 September, 1995)
• Paper (with Lumsdon, L): "Urban Tourism: A Latin American Perspective"
Research Seminars : Staffordshire University (Division of Geography)
(Staffordshire University, Stoke - on - Trent, 17 May 1995)
• Paper (with Lumsdon, L): "Eco - Tourism in Latin America"
Tourism: The State of the Art (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, 10-14 July
1994).
• Paper (with Lumsdon, L): "Latin American Tourism :The Dilemmas of the 21st
Century".
ACOPI (Asociacion Colombiana de Pequenas y Medianas Empresas) [Colombian
Association of SMEs] (Bogota, 23-24 April 1994)
• Presentation: "Mercadeo, Pequenas y Medianas Empresas".
Fenalco (Federacion Nacional de Comerciantes) "Jornada de Divulgacion
Tecnologica Sobre Mercadeo Internacional" [ National Federation of
Commerce] (Bogota, 20-21 April 1994)
• Presentation: "Principales Aspectos del Mercadeo Internacional".
IX Convencion Nacional de Distribuidores de Llantas, Lubricantes y Servicios
Alines [9lh National Convention for Distributors of Tyres, Lubricants and
Associated Services] (Bogota, 14-15 April 1994)
• Presentation: "Clave Empresarial: Estrategias de Mercadeo".
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European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes (EADI);
7th General Conference: "Transformation and Development: Eastern Europe
and the South" (Technische Universitat, Berlin, 15-18 September 1993)
• Paper (with Lumsdon, L): "Latin American Gateway Cities - the Future of
Tourism?”
British Association for Applied Linguistics (BAAL): Annual Meeting 1993:
"Language in a Changing Europe" (University of Salford, Manchester 10-12
September 1993)
Paper: "Language Learning and Cultural Closeness in Export Marketing
Companies".
ENCODE: 5th International Seminar: "Language and Culture: Bridges to
International Trade" (Preston, 4-6 February 1993)
Paper: "Culture and Language: Communication for International Business".
ESRC Management Training Conference (Paris, 20-22 May 1992)
Paper: "Language Development for International Business".
"International Marketing" (CIM) (Oct. 1997 - June 1998)
University of Warsaw, Warsaw (Centre for Management Training)
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• (Part-time) MSc Programme
"Consumer Behaviour: An International Perspective" (March 1996)
University of Aston, Birmingham (Business School)
• BA Business Studies
"International Communications" (February 1996)
Universidad de La Salle, Santafe de Bogota (Division de Formacion Avanzada)
"La Union Europea : Problemas del Desarrollo"
"Principales Aspectos del Mercadeo Internacional"
Universidad Santo Tomas, Santafe de Bogota (Facultad de Economia)
• "La Union Europea : Problemas del Desarrollo" (November 1994)
Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano, Santafe de Bogota (Facultad de Administration)
• "Principales Aspectos del Mercadeo Internacional" (April 1994)
Administration■ Programme Leader, MSc IB
(Full-time MSc International Business: from 2001)
■ Programme Director, FDME
(Full-time Postgraduate Diploma in Management & English: 2001)
■ Course Leader, MGM
(Full-time Masters in Global Marketing: 1999-2000)
■ Post-Graduate Dissertations Co-ordinator
(Full-time MBA/MGM/MTM: 1995 - 2001)
■ Course Leader, DIM
(Full -time Postgraduate Diploma in International Marketing: 1992-1994)
■ Admissions Tutor, DIM
(Full-time Postgraduate Diploma in International Marketing: 1990-1994)
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Curriculum Vitae - Graham Wood
Current Post: Senior Lecturer in Corporate Strategy, University of Salford
Address:
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Work:
School of Managment,
University of Salford,
Salford,
M5 4WT
Tel: 0161 295 3646
Fax: 0161 295 5556
Email: G. Wood@salford, ac. uk
Home:
1, Coxfield Grove, Shevington Wigan, WN6 8DW 01257 253887
Gwoodatno 1 @,aol. com
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1958-1962 1970-1973 1985-1986
Hollin County Secondary School, Middleton University College Cardiff University of Lancaster
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Part-time
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1966-1967 1967-1970 1976-1977
Royal Air Force Education Service
Lytham St Annes College of Further Education
Bolton College of Education (Technical)
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Qualifications
1966-1970 1973 1977 1986
Awards
1971-1973 1973
4 O Levels and 3 A Levels
B Sc. (Econ) (Hons) - First Class Honours in Economics
Teacher's Certificate
MA in Business Analysis
Smith and Forrester Scholarship
Tassie Medallion of Adam Smith - Outstanding Economics
Student 1972-73.
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1962-1965 1965-1970
British Vita pic, Middleton - credit control Royal Air Force Service - administration
Educational Career
1973-1977 1975-1977
1978-1980 1979-1981
1980-1987 1981-1982 1982-1983 1983-1984 1984-1987
1987-1989
1989-1996 Various dates:
1996-
2002-to date 2003
Consultancy
1987-1990 1999
St Helen's College of Technology
Lecturer I in Economics and General Studies
Tutor - Ordinary National Certificate
Salford College of Technology/University College.
Salford
Lecturer II in Economics
Core Organiser - Btec Higher National Diploma
Senior Lecturer in Business Studies
Year 1 Tutor - Btec Higher National Diploma Tutor - Btec Higher National Certificate Year 2 Tutor - Btec Higher National Diploma Joint Co-ordinator Btec Higher National Courses
Principal Lecturer in Business Studies
Course Leader, Btec Higher National Courses
Head of School
Chair of Ethics Committee
Member of Academic Board
Member of Teaching Quality Working Group
Member of Standards and Review Committee
Member of Research and Staff Development Committee
University of Salford
Senior Lecturer in Corporate Strategy
Director, Postgraduate Programmes
Cost-benefit Study of the Care of Long Term Mentally 111 Salford District Health Authority
Euromoon Project - Ethics of Marketing to Young People, European Space Agency
Research Publications Papers in Refereed Journals Ethics at the sales-purchasing interface: a case of double standards? (1995) Journal of Marketing Practice: Applied Marketing Science, 1(3): 21-38.
Ethics at the purchasing/sales interface: an international perspective (1995) International Marketing Review, 12(4): 7-19.
Building on Trust: A Co-operative Approach to Construction Procurement (2001) Journal of Construction Procurement, 7(2): 4-14.
Papers in Non-Refereed Journals
Ethics in Purchasing: The Practitioner's Experience (1995) Business Ethics: A European Review, 4(2): 95-101.
The Ethical Benefits of Trust-Based Partnering: the Example of the Construction Industry (2002) Business Ethics: a European Review, 11(1): 4-13.
Book Chapters
Ethical Issues in Purchasing (1996) Chapter 12 in Alan Kitson and Robert Campbell, The Ethical Organisation: Ethical Theory and Corporate Behaviour, Basingstoke, Macmillan Business: 185-194.
Refereed Conference Papers
Guarding the Corporate Reputation: Learning the Ethical Lessons from 'Brent Spar' Marketing Education Group Conference '2021—A vision for the next 25 years', University of Strathclyde, 9-13th July 1996.
Relationship Marketing=Ethical Marketing, ESOMAR/EMAC Symposium on 'Research methodologies for the New Marketing', Latimer House and Conference Centre, 3rd-5th November 1996.
Communicative and Ethical Dimensions of Partnering Relationships Proceedings of Third Annual EBEN-UK Conference: 'Corporate social responsibility: principles
and practice', University of Salford, 15/16 April 1998: 120-139.
Brand management in the ethical communication system: a reflection on ethical progress with respect to relators to e-brands, 14th Annual Congress of the European Business Ethics Network, 'Business ethics in the information and communication society', Valencia, Spain, 12-14 September 2001: 123.
Interorganisational relations and the ethics of care, Proceedings of The Eighth Annual International Conference Promoting Business Ethics, The Standard Club, Chicago, 24-26th October 2001: 140.
Beyond the delusion of Relationship Marketing: Ethics of Care as a Framework for Relational Marketing, Society of Business Ethics Annual Meeting, Westin Tabor Center,Denver, Colorado: 8-11 August 2002.
Non-refereed Conference Papers
The Role of Ethics in the Professional Development of Marketing and Purchasing Managers: Setting an Agenda, Conference on Professions and Management in Britain', University of Stirling, Aug. 1993.
When is a Gift a Bribe? Purchasing Professionals and Sales Inducements, Professional and Business Ethics: Managing Organisational Change, University of Central Lancashire, October 1993.
Ethical Issues at the Marketing/Purchasing Interface: The Practitioner's Experience, Working Paper at British Academy of Management Conference, University of Lancaster, September 1994.
An ethical evaluation of the portrayal of women in UK television advertising, Conference on Implementing Ethical Business, Gloucester & Cheltenham College of Higher Education, September 1994.
Ethics and Corporate Identity paper presented at the European Business Ethics Network members meeting, University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands,
September 1995.
The role of trust in procurement: voices from the Construction Industry Proceedings of Third Annual EBEN-UK Conference, University of Salford, 15/16 April 1998: 195-198.
Other Research Activity
Organiser of Third annual EBEN-UK Annual Conference University of Salford, 15/16 April 1998.
Guest Editor, Business Ethics: A European Review, vol. 8, no. 1.
Chairman, Standards Committee, Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council 2001- to date
Membership of learned Bodies, etc .
European Business Ethics Network
Btec Moderator, 1982-1992
CNAA Advisor/Examiner, 1983-1990
External Examiner:
University of Northumbria at Newcastle 1999 -2003
Thames Valley University 2000-2004
Independent Member of Standards Sub-Committee, Wigan MBC, 2001 -to date
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PETER JOHN KIDGER
Qualifications
BA(Econ), University of Sheffield.
Postgraduate Diploma in Social Studies, University of Sheffield.
PhD, University of Salford.
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Employment Record
1965-67 Pharmaceutical manufacturer
Assistant Personnel Officer. Responsible for researching employment conditions and practices, and making policy recommendations.
1967-72 Process Engineering contractor(1) Personnel Officer. Responsible for recruitment of professional staff.(2) Employee Development Manager. Responsible for facilitating the training anddevelopment of all staff, and for the management of the appraisal programme.
1972-84 Project services company(1) Project Manager. Managing a succession of projects based on large engineeringconstruction projects(2) Manager Training & Communication Services. Managing a business unit providingtraining services for a range of external clients.
1984 - now University of Salford
Lecturer, and then Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management, in the Department of Business, and subsequently the School of Management.
From August 2004, Head of the School of Leisure, Hospitality and Food Management.
Academic ExperienceTeaching on postgraduate, undergraduate and corporate programmes. Teach
Strategic HRM, International HRM, and contribute to modules on business research and problem solving. Main research area is human resource management in
multinational enterprises. Have been programme leader for MSc programmes, and for the MBA.
Sample of Publications
'The emergence of international human resource management', International Journal of Human Resource Management, 2.2, pp 149-64, 1991.
'Employee participation in occupational health and safety: should union-appointed or elected representatives be the model for the UK?'. Human Resource Management Journal, 2.4, pp 21-35, 1992.
'A Study of Sickness Absence in Four Unionised Workplaces'. Paper presented at the annual conference of the British Universities Industrial Relations Association, July 1996.
'Learning through Networking: the Pursuit of HRM Best Practice in Multinational Companies'. Paper presented at the Sixth Conference on International Human Resource Management, University of Paderborn, Germany, June 1998.
' HRM practices in an era of global change'. Paper presented at the 3 rd Global Change Conference, Manchester Metropolitan University, December 2000.
'Developing integrated HR policies in multinational enterprises: possibilities and problems'. Paper presented at an international conference Multinational Companies and HRM, De Montfort University, July 2001
'Human Resource Management Responses to Global Strategy in Multinational Enterprises'. Chapter in Yaw D. and Smith I. (eds) Globalisation, Employment and the Workplace, Routledge, 2001.
'The determinants of different employment systems and their relationship to what constitutes good practice in human resource management'. Working paper presented at British Academy of Management Annual Conference, London, September 2002.
PJK, Jackson M. and Redfern D., 'The transferability of the Investors in People concept from the UK to the Netherlands', Jo urnal of European Industrial Training, 28.6: pp 499-518,2004.*
PJK and Sennikova I. 'The contribution of intellectual entrepreneurship to the economic transformation of the economy of Latvia'. Paper presented at an international conference on Management, Work and Organisation in Postsocialist Societies, Cardiff Business School, September 2004.*
* Joint paper
CURRICULUM VITAE
STANISLAVA LUPTAKOVA
Name surname Stanislava Luptakova
Institution Faculty of Management of Comenius University, Bratislava, SlovakRepublic
Position Lecturer and Assistant Professor
Education
2000 Faculty of Management, Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
Doctor of Philosophy Thesis: Conflict in an Organizational Setting and its Resolution - Way to Improve Effectiveness
1998 Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Core Human Resource Executive Development Program
1994 Faculty of Philosophy, Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
Thesis: Testing in English as Second Language
1994 Philosophical Faculty, Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic Masters of Arts
Graduated with majors in English and Slovak languages and literature Minors in teaching, training, and pedagogy
1994 Philosophical Faculty Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic State exam in Psychology, Methodology of Teaching, and Pedagogy
1994 Philosophical Faculty, Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic Bachelor of Arts
First State Exam from English and Slovak languages and literature
Research and Teaching Experience
2001 - present Researching power distance as a characteristic of Slovak culture, examining communication and decision-making styles of Slovak managers, analyzing the usage of performance appraisal and attitude of managers towards it. The research is done on a sample 512 respondents from various managerial levels, various public and private companies, and all regions of Slovakia
2000 - present Vice-Dean for International Study programs, member of the Scientific Board of FM CU, member of the State Examination committee for Masters Degree (Mgr) and Bachelor (Be) examinations
1998 - present Judge at "Case Challenge", an international Case Study competition
organized annually by WEMBA program at FMCU
1995 - present Organizing training development courses for high school and university students. Supervising the Master's thesis at FM CU
designing and administration of entrance examinations for applicants to the Faculty of Management of Comenius University
1995 - 2001 Member of a selection committee for entrance examinations
participating in research Management and Use of Human Resources as Main Non-Investment Factor in Development and Increase of Efficiency of Slovak Economy.
Research project with financial support of Scientific Grant Agency of the Ministry of Education, Slovak Republic (VEGA)
Professional Experience
1994-present Faculty of Management of Comenius University, Bratislava, SlovakRepubic
Lecturer and Assistant Professor: Conflict Resolution (graduate level) Human Resource Management (undergraduate, graduate and executive levels). Organizational Behavior (graduate level) Lecturer: Introduction to Management
Spring, fall 1995 Jesenius Faculty of Medicine of Comenius University, Martin, Slovakia Management in Healthcare
Professional Study Programmes
February – March, 2002
International Faculty Development Program, IESE University of Navarra, Barcelona, Spain.
Designed to learn case study writing and using it as a teaching tool
April - May 1999; May 2000
Visiting scholar and lecturer at Universite Catholique Louvain-la-Neuf, Belgium within the TEMPUS Project S_JEP 12491-97
November 1998 Visiting lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University, GB, within the TEMPUS Project S_JEP 12491-97
January – May 1998 Independent research program at School of Industrial and Labor Relations Cornell University, New York, USA
June – August 1995 Personal development program at Cornell University, New York USA
April 1995 Study stay at Center for Management Development at Wichita State University, Kansas, USA
Publications
Stanislava Luptakova and Branislav Vargic (2003): Performance Appraisal as a Part of Managerial Work in Slovak Organizations. "Strategies for Sustainable Globalization: Business Responses to
Regional Demands & Global Opportunities" proceedings of The 7th International Conference on Global Business & Economic Development, Bangkok, Vol. I., ISBN; 0-9660656-7-0 pp (CD version ISBN: 0-9660656-4-6). Presentation of the paper at The 7th International Conference on Global Business & Economic Development, Bangkok, Thailand; January 8th- 11th, 2003
Stanislava Luptakova and Branislav Vargic (2003 in press): Managerial Style and its Managerial Implications for Organizations in the Slovak Republic
Presentation of research findings "Profile of Slovak Managers" at International Faculty Development Conference, Riga, Latvia, July 27th - 28th, 2002.
Stanislava Luptakova and Branislav Vargic (2001): Communication in Slovak Organizations in Relation to Power Distance Dimension of Slovak National Culture, The 6th International Conference on Global Business & Economic Development, Bratislava, Volume II., ISBN: 0-9660656-6-2
Presentation of a research paper "Communication in Slovak Organizations in Relation to Power Distance Dimension of Slovak National Culture."
Chaired two sections at the 6th International Conference on Global Business & Economic Development, Bratislava, Slovakia, Nov. 7th- Nov, 9th, 2001.
Jan Rudy, Stanislava Luptakova, Rozalia Sulikova and Branislav Vargic (2001): Organizacne spravanie, (Organizational Behavior) FABER, Bratislava
Stanislava Luptakova (1999): Issues of Employee Development and Fairness while Creating Competitive Advantage through People. In: Current Trends in Management. Proceedings from an international conference- Bratislava: Fakulta managementu UK pp. 1.31-1.35
Andrej Piskanin; Rozalia Sulikova and Stanislava Luptakova (1999): Manazment a vyuzitie I'udskych zdrojov ako hlavny neinvesticny faktor pri rozvoji a zvysovani efektivnosti ekonomiky Slovenska (Management and Use of Human Resources as a Main Non-Investment Factor in Development and Increase of Efficiency of Slovak Economy, project VEGA, FM UK
Lubica Bajzikova and Stanislava Luptakova (1998): Motivacia pracovnikov (Employee Motivation). In: Manazment - Klasicke teorie a moderne trendy (Management - Classical Theories and Modern Trends) - Bratislava: Institut zahranicneho obchodu a vzdelavania, s. 200-206
Having a regualr monthly column in The Slovak Spectator (2000) on issues of human resource management
M.Phil (Ph.D. a.b.d.), Central European University, Budapest, Hungary. Political Science. Prospectus title: Academic Elite Change as a Source of Quality-Oriented Higher Education Reform.
M.A., Central European University, Budapest, Hungary. Politics and the Political Economy of the Post-Communist Transition. Graduated with distinction; Thesis: “Why There is so Little Reform in Higher Education: Dual Identity of Estonian Intellectuals”
B.A., Concordia International University Estonia
Major in International Business
Thesis: “The Future of Capitalism”
Covered 75% of university expenses by working part-time High-School Diploma, Reaalkool, Tallinn
July 2002, 2003 Certificate, Univ. of Twente – Centre of Higher Education Policy Studies (CHEPS) Summer Schools on Higher Education Research for Ph.D. students
Aug. 2001 Certificate, Oslo University Summer School in Comparative Social Science Studies, “Education and Development for All”
June 1998 to Aug. 1998 Certificate, Engalitcheff Institute on Comparative Political and Economic Systems, Georgetown University, Washington DC
Feb. 1998 to June 1998 An exchange student, St. Petersburg University of Economics and Finance, St. Petersburg, Russia
July 1997 to Aug. 1997 Certificate, American Institute on Political and Economic Systems, Charles University in Prague & Georgetown University in Washington DC
Aug. 1993 to June 1994 An exchange student, Amtgymnasium, Sønderborg, Denmark
WORKING EXPERIENCE:
Sept. 2004 to present
Oct. 2001 to Oct. 2005
Oct. 2001 to present Oct. 2001 to Aug. 2004
Dec. 1998 to Aug. 1999
Sept. 1998 to Dec. 1998
June 1998 to Aug. 1998
Sept. 1996 to Feb. 1998
July 1995 to Feb. 1998
Full-time Lecturer (and the Acting Chair Sept. - Dec. 2004) of the Department of Economics, Estonian Business School
Full & Part-time Project Officer of Social Transformation Program MATRA, Royal Netherlands Embassy, Tallinn
Part-time Lecturer, Estonian Institute of Humanities
Part-time Lecturer, Estonian Business School
Marketing Director, Baltic Development Group Concert
Managing Director, Katrin Kuldma Fashion House
Research Assistant, The Progress and Freedom Foundation
Project Manager, Baltic Development Group
Project Manager, PBC Tallinn, Estonian Telephone Company
Invited participants : G.Sokoļska, Chief AccountantĒ.Pančenko, Head of Economics and Finance DepartmentM.Daņilovs, Accountant
Agenda:8. On commencing implementation of the Professional Higher Education Master’s Programme “Master of Business Administration” I.Senņikovas presented information on the Professional Higher Education Master’s Programme “Master of Business Administration
Resolution:1. To start delivery of the Professional Master’s Programme “Master of Business Administration from academic year 2005/2006. gadu.Accepted unanimously..
Senate Chair /signature /R.Liepiņa
Senate Secretary /signature / V.Muravjovs
EXERPT validated by :
Senate Chair Rūta Liepiņa /signature/
Riga, 11 January 2005.
Appendix 4
Licence
TRANSLATION
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professional higher education Master’s programme "Master of Business Administration " (4634500) leading to a professional Master’s degree in Business Administration and professional qualification of Business Executive
License is valid for three years
License is issued on 11.04.2005
Place of License issue Riga. Republic of Latvia
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Minister of Science and Education signature I.Druviete
Appendix 5
Cooperation Agreement with RTU Riga Business School
LĪGUMS
PAR SAVSTARPĒJO SADARBĪBU IZGLĪTĪBAS JOMĀ
Rīga 2006. gada 7. jūnijā
A/S „Rīgas Starptautiskā ekonomikas un biznesa administrācijas augstskola”, rektora Borisa Kurova personā, tālāk saīsināti RSEBAA, un Rīgas Tehniskās universitātes Rīgas Biznesa Skola, direktora Jāņa Grēviņa personā, tālāk saīsināti RBS, noslēdza līgumu par sekojošo:
1. RSEBAA īsteno profesionālās augstākās izglītības maģistra programmu „Vadība un administrēšana”.
RBS īsteno profesionālās augstākās izglītības maģistra programmu „Uzņēmumu un organizāciju vadīšana”.
RSEBAA un RBS pēc maģistra studiju programmu salīdzināšanas atzina, ka tās ir līdzīgas un to pamatdisciplīnu apjoms ir vienāds.
2. RSEBAA un RBS savstarpēji apņemas garantēt abu augstskolu studējošiem iespējas turpināt studijas attiecīgajā programmā, ja kādā no minēto augstskolu norādītā studiju programma tiks likvidēta vai uz laiku pārtraukta.
3. Studiju programmas likvidācijas vai pārtraukšanas gadījumā otrai augstskolai tiek pārskaitīta studējošo iepriekš samaksātā studiju maksa par tekošo un turpmākajiem semestriem. Citi finansiālie jautājumi, sakarā ar studējošo pāreju no vienas augstskolas otrā, tiks risināti ar speciālu vienošanos, pie tam abas augstskolas garantē studējošiem agrāk samaksātās summas saglabāšanu. Studiju maksa tiem studējošiem, kuri turpina studijas otrā augstskolā, nedrīkst pārsniegt to maksas summu, kas noteikta jau esošiem studējošiem.
4. Uzsākot studijas citā augstskolā, studējošie saņem: - studējošo personīgo lietu;- izziņu par nokārtotām ieskaitēm un eksāmeniem;- izziņu par studiju maksu.5. Augstskolas brīdina par iespējamo studiju pārtraukšanu līdz jaunā akadēmiskā gada sākumam,
paziņojot otrai augstskolai studējošo skaitu un sniedzot visu nepieciešamo informāciju, lai organizētu pilnvērtīgu studiju turpināšanu.
6. Augstskolas apņemas iespēju robežās saglabāt esošo studējošo grupu sastāvu. 7. Ieskaitīšana studiju turpināšanai otrā augstskolā var notikt tikai ar studējošā piekrišanu.8. Līgums ir spēkā 3 gadus no parakstīšanas brīža.9. Katrs no līdzējiem var atteikties no līguma, brīdinot par to otru pusi ne vēlāk kā 6 mēnešus
pirms līguma laušanas.10. Līgums noslēgts 2 eksemplāros latviešu valodā.
Līdzēju dati:A/S Rīgas Starptautiskā ekonomikas un biznesa administrācijas augstskolaReģ.Nr. 40003090010Meža iela 1, k.2, Rīga, LV-1048, Latvija
RTU, Rīgas Biznesa SkolaReģ. Nr 3341000709PVN Reģ Nr LV 90000068977Skolas iela 11, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvija
Līdzēju paraksti:
RSEBAA Rektors RBS Direktors
…………………… Boriss Kurovs …………………… Jāņis Grēviņš
RISEBA Master of Business Administration
Appendix 6
Employers Survey
Companies Baltic Trust Bank, Ecolab and RAMIRENT have
submitted positive evaluations of the performance of their emloyees-
RISEBA MBA students.
Appendix 7
Module Evaluation Questionnaires and Analysis of The Evaluation
Results
Analysis of the Students Evaluation Questionnaires (by modules)
The analysis below represents a summary of the students evaluation questionnaires , which
contained 4 questions:
Question 1: How could you evaluate the course? (diagram 1)
(the evaluation scale: “very satisfactory”, “satisfactory”, “neither satisfactory nor unsatisfactory”,
“unsatisfactory”, “very unsatisfactory”)
Question 2: Do you agree with the statement: “I would recommend this study subject to my
friends, who might be interested in it.”? (diagram 2)
(the evaluation scale: “strongly agree”, “agree”, “neither agree nor disagree”, “disagree”,
“strongly disagree”).
Question 3:
Please, comment on 3 aspects you liked about the subject.
Question 4:
Please, comment on 3 aspects you disliked about the subject.
The strengths and weaknesses of every module are derived form students comments on the
aspects they liked and disliked in the particular module respectively (questions 3 and 4) . It should be
noted that in some cases they are contradictory as personal opinions of students differ very much and
are based on previous background, experience and individual preferences.
Managing Organizations :
Part 1, delivered by University of Salford
90 % of students are generally satisfied with the course (to different extent) and would
recommend it to their friends
Dissatisf ied 0%
Very dissatisf ied
0%
Satisf ied38%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisf ied
10%
extremely dissatisf ied
0% Extremely satisfied
10%
Very satisf ied42%
Neither agree nor disagree
5%
very strongly disagree
0%
Strongly disagree
0%
Very strongly agree5%
disagree5%
strongly agree45%
agree40%
Strengths: Weaknesses:
Interesting way of presentation There was a lot of integration Learning was fun Good information support Excellent overview on
management, in terms of depths and width
Historical background of management theories from ‘hard’ to ‘soft’ , philosophical background for management theories
Module was ‘alive’ The tutor tries to widen the
perspective of individual points of view
Could be more linked to the real life studies;
More structure of the classes is needed;
Sometimes the tutor is carried away with her own thoughts;
Could discuss exam questions so students know what to prepare;
Too much time devoted to classic management theories, not so much to modern theories;
Time management of the lectures ; Sometimes too academic; Not enough time to read articles at
home
Managing Organizations :
Part 2, delivered by RISEBA
100 % of students satisfied with the course and would recommend it to friends
Very satisfied50%
Extremely satisfied
25%
Dissatisfied 0%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
0%
Very dissatisfied
0%
extremely dissatisfied
0%
Satisfied25%
disagree0%
Strongly disagree
0%
very strongly disagree
0%Neither agree nor disagree
0%
agree50% strongly
agree25%
Very strongly agree25%
Strengths: Weaknesses:
Use of case studies; very ‘ practical’ , good mix of theory and practice.
Possibility to express own ideas and to discuss them with others
Well planned lecturers
More time needed for reading , Gaps between lectures (schedule) Sometimes handouts could have
been designed better
Strategic Management
Part 1, delivered by University of Salford
100% of the students were satisfied with the module.
Satisfied50%
Extremely satisfied
0%
Dissatisfied 0%
Very dissatisfied
0%
extremely dissatisfied
0%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
0%
Very satisfied50%
disagree0%
Very strongly agree0%
Neither agree nor disagree
0%Strongly disagree
0%
very strongly disagree
0%
agree25%
strongly agree75%
Strengths Weaknesses:
Extended view on strategic problems
Many practical examples Well organized structure of
material presented
Material presented at the lecturers was often taken from the text book which students can read themselves
Theoretical part was not enough covered with practical situations
Strategic Management
Part 2, delivered by RISEBA
Most of the students (79%) students are in general satisfied , 11% gave neutral answers. All
students felt that they can recommend this course to the friends.
Satisfied67%
Very satisfied22%
Dissatisfied 0%
Extremely satisfied
0%
Very dissatisfied
0%
extremely dissatisfied
0%Neither
satisfied nor dissatisfied
11%
agree78%
strongly agree22%
Very strongly agree
0%
Neither agree nor disagree
0%
disagree0%
Strongly disagree
0% very strongly
disagree0%
Strengths: Weaknesses:
Systematic overview of strategy models
Use of case studies supporting the theory
Examples drawn from the local companies
Lecturer’ s personal experience Good listening skills of the lecturer Good structure of the course Good contact with the audience
Too many strategy models in short time
Presentation was sometimes too fast
The case studies not always based on the latest information
Should pay more attention to involvement of the students
Management in Global Context
Part 1, Delivered by the University of Salford
All students are satisfied with the module and would recommend it to a friend
Extremely satisfied
0%
Dissatisfied 0%
Satisfied57%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
0%Very
dissatisfied0%
Very satisfied43%
extremely dissatisfied
0%
Very strongly agree0%
disagree0%
Neither agree nor disagree
0%Strongly disagree
0%
strongly agree25%
very strongly disagree
0%
agree75%
Strengths: Weaknesses:
The style of presentation “ Everything” Deep and very understandable
approach Good discussions The lecturer is a very good
professional Very easy and interesting to listen Based on very good text book, easy
to read.
More handouts would be welcome as it was difficult to make notes and listen at the same time
Maybe useful to mention pages from the book during the lecture (that will keep students alert and involved)
Management in Global Context
Part 2, Delivered by RISEBA
Majority of the students (67%) gave a neutral answer and 33% were satisfied with the
module. However 67% of students agree that they can recommend this module to a friend.
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
67%
Very satisfied0%
Satisfied33%
Extremely satisfied
0%
Dissatisfied 0%
Very dissatisfied
0%
extremely dissatisfied
0%
strongly agree0%
Very strongly agree
0%
Neither agree nor disagree
33%
disagree0%Strongly disagree
0%
agree67%
very strongly disagree
0%
Strengths: Weaknesses
Practical examples Subject area of FDI was very useful
Not many practical examples, the lecturers was referring too much to her own experience in her company
Handouts in too small font Not very strong in explanation of
the questions asked in the classroom
Financial and Business Performance
Part 1 Delivered by the University of Salford
All students are satisfied with the module and would recommend it to a friend
Very satisfied67%
Very dissatisfied
0%Dissatisfied
0%
Satisfied0%
Extremely satisfied
22%
extremely dissatisfied
0%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
11%
strongly agree56%
agree11%
disagree0%
Neither agree nor disagree
0%
Strongly disagree
0% very strongly
disagree0%
Very strongly agree33%
Strengths Weaknesses
Essential topics for better understanding of company’s performance and improvement
Good combination of team exercise, video, theory,
Inspiring for my business Good structure of the material, well
prepared and presented Excellent holdouts and other
materials
Problem with books (have not arrived yet)
Case study for assignment not clear – theory mixed with case info
Sessions are too long. Would be better to have shorter sessions but more often
Financial and Business Performance
Part 2 Delivered by RISEBA
60 % of students are fully satisfied with the module, 40% gave neutral answer. 60 %
would recommend it to a friend but 20% wouldn’t
Satisfied40%
Very satisfied0%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
40%
Dissatisfied 0%
Very dissatisfied0%
Extremely satisfied
20%
extremely dissatisfied
0%
disagree0%
Neither agree nor disagree
20%
agree40%
strongly agree0%
Very strongly agree20%
very strongly disagree
0%Strongly disagree
20%
Strengths: Weaknesses:
Interactive style Attractive and enthusiastic way of
presentation Information is easy to understand Information adopted to the local
market Tutor’s strong knowledge of
finance and financial analysis This course helped me to discover
a mistake in my companies balance sheet
Sometimes too fast introduction of equations without deep explanation
Sometimes too much time spent on discussion of unimportant topics
Game used should be more realistic
Trying to cover too much of the material
Too much reading form handouts No clear structure of provided
materials.
Managing Business Operations (Business Simulation)
87% of students are satisfied, 13 % gave neutral answers.
93 % would recommend the module to their friends.
Satisfied27%
Very satisfied47%
Dissatisfied 0%
Extremely satisfied
13%
Very dissatisfied0%
extremely dissatisfied
0%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
13%
strongly agree33%
Strongly disagree
0%
Very strongly agree33%
disagree0%
agree27%
very strongly disagree
0%Neither agree nor disagree
7%
Strengths: Weaknesses: Good atmosphere at the University
of Salford Very interactive module, good
faculty Working in a team Good organisation of the learning
process Close to real life Good team building Teaches to react to changing market Visit to a real car production plant
Students should be let to create their own teams in order to minimize conflict within teams
“What-if’ options in the programme should be limited
Too short course Too little time for preparation of
the presentation
Markets and Marketing
This module produced the widest range of students opinion – from extremely satisfied (8%) to extremely dissatisfied (4%). In general 58% of students were satisfied, 13% gave neutral answers and 29% were not satisfied
The results of the assessment show that the programme management should pay more attention to this course.
Satisfied29%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
13%
Dissatisfied 8%
Very dissatisfied
17%
extremely dissatisfied
4% Very satisfied21%
Extremely satisfied
8%
disagree5%
Neither agree nor disagree
18%agree31%
strongly agree27%
Very strongly agree0%
very strongly disagree
5%
Strongly disagree
14%
Strengths: Weaknesses
Good structure of the lecture Good response to the audience
questions Interesting exercise with
calculations Good presentation for
understanding of the subject Clear, precise, simple explanation
of theory followed by appropriate examples
Economic theory was not connected to the practical aspect
Too scientific, not so much ‘fun’ as other modules
The module should have contained more theory
Handouts with little explanation More time needed to cover the
material
Elective modules
Project Management
All students are satisfied with this module
Extremely satisfied
0%
Satisfied67%
Dissatisfied 0%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
0%
Very dissatisfied
0%
extremely dissatisfied
0%Very satisfied
33%
Very strongly agree0%
agree33%
disagree0%
Neither agree nor disagree
0% Strongly disagree
0%
very strongly disagree
0%
strongly agree67%
Strengths Weaknesses:
Obtained a new vision on project management as a process
New approaches were presented Possibility to learn Microsoft Project
software Practical implementation of theory Practical aspect of teaching process
was interesting and enabled fast perception of the subject
The style of lecturer was exciting and inspiring participation
More time needed to study the software in details
More information abut real projects and problems would be welcome
Deeper study of the subject would be welcome
Management for Financial Value Creation
Majority of students (66%) were dissatisfied with the course. Having analysed the students feedback, the programme management made a conclusion that the module was over saturated with information and case studies. Though the students appreciated the importance of the content of the teaching material, they felt it was too much for this particular module. Corrective measurers: The amount of the material presented to the students was re-considered by the lecturer. It was
recommended to the lecturer that the home assignment for students should be more “compatible” with the module structure.
Very dissatisf ied
17%
Dissatisfied 49%
Neither satisf ied nor dissatisf ied
17%
Satisf ied0%
Very satisf ied17%
Extremely satisf ied
0%
extremely dissatisf ied
0%
agree32%
Neither agree nor disagree
17%
disagree17%
Strongly disagree
17%
Very strongly agree0%
very strongly disagree
0%strongly agree
17%
Strengths: Weaknesses:
Tutor was open and helpful Very important topic The topics discussed needed for
decision making in business
Modules is too complicated for such short time. The assignment was too complex.
Too short time between lecturers to read all the necessary materials
Non-realistic expectations of in the assignment
Too complicated Too many case studies . It would be better to
less but to dedicate more time to their discussion.
Strategic Human Resource Management
All students are satisfied with this module. 50% would recommend it to a friend and 50% gave
neutral answers.
Very satisf ied0%
Extremely satisfied
0%Neither satisf ied nor dissatisf ied
0%
Dissatisf ied 0%
Satisf ied100%
Very dissatisf ied
0%
extremely dissatisf ied
0%
Very strongly agree0%
disagree0%
agree50%
Neither agree nor disagree
50%
very strongly disagree
0%
Strongly disagree
0%
strongly agree0%
Operations Management
All students are satisfied with the module and would recommend it to a friend.
Satisfied50%
Very satisfied50%
Extremely satisfied
0%
Dissatisfied 0%
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
0%
Very dissatisfied
0%extremely
dissatisfied0%
Very strongly agree0%
agree67%
strongly agree33%
Neither agree nor disagree
0%disagree
0%
Strongly disagree
0% very strongly
disagree0%
Strengths Weaknesses:
Good style of presentation: every lecturer starts with short overview of the material of the previous lecture
Many examples from tutors practical experience
Very interactive
Sometimes too much time spent on discussions with students
Not enough books in the library for every student to take home
Module Evaluative Questionnaire
Module Title Today’s Date
Degree/Diploma/Certificate Title Your current year of study (1, 2 or 3)
The University continually seeks to review and improve the quality of its teaching and learning. The purpose of this questionnaire is to enable staff to use student opinion in their review of this module. Your responses are highly valued and the questionnaire should only take a few minutes to complete.
Notes of guidance are available. No individual responses will be identified and your contribution will be aggregated with all others. Comments should be constructive and truthful. They might cover such aspects as the subject matter, the style and delivery of the lecturer, classes or any other part of the module. The aggregated responses will be considered by your School’s Staff-Student Committee, and other committees where necessary, and feedback will be given to you.
For questions 1 and 2, tick the box which best describes your response and for questions 3 and 4 please clearly write your responses.
1. Overall, how satisfied were you with this module?
m Extremely satisfied m Very satisfied m Satisfied m Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied m Dissatisfied
m Very dissatisfied m Extremely dissatisfied
2. In response to the statement: ‘I would recommend this module to a friend who was interested in the programme’ Do you:
m Very strongly agree m Strongly agree m Agree m Neither agree nor disagree m Disagree
m Strongly disagree m Very strongly disagree
3. Please comment on up to 3 aspects of the module which you LIKE:
Comment 1)
Comment 2)
Comment 3)
4. Please comment on up to 3 aspects of the module which you DISLIKE (suggestions for improvement would be welcomed):
Comment 1)
Comment 2)
Comment 3)
Thank you for your contribution!
Appendix 8
Schedule of the International Week
RISEBA Master of Business Administration
INTERNATIONAL WEEK at RISEBA,29-31 March, 2006
TIMETABLE
29.03.2006Wednesday
Study programme Lecture Lecturer Name, Surname, University
Room
09:00-09:50 RISEBA Presentation(for guests)
214(main building)
10:00-13:00 3rd Latvian+ Russian
English for Business Erja Karppinen Kajaani University of Applied Sciences(Finland)
* Thomas P.J. FeinenEuropean Business School (Germany)* Ron EmmerikInholland University (The Netherlands)*Dominique Prevost- Normandy Business School (France)*Kim Andreas Varelas LarsenUniversity of Life Sciences (Norway)*Ulla PlateFachhochschule Mainz (Germany)* Marko MakkiHAAGA- University of Applied Sciences (Finland)*Rastislav MikulašComenius University (Slovak Republic)
25(round building)
* Erja KarppinenKajaani University of Applied Sciences(Finland)
Total Customer Focus Thomas P.J. FeinenEuropean Business School (Germany)
13(round building)
13:40-16:50 2nd EBS Quality ManagementSix Sigma
Ron EmmerikInholland University (The Netherlands)
21(round building)
13:40-16:50 3rd LatvianElectronic commerce
European history and European Union
Herbert MaksInholland University (The Netherlands)
14(round building)
17:30-21:00 MBA Strategic Management Graham WoodThe University of Salford (United Kingdom)
31(round building)
30.03.2006Thursday
10:00-13:00 2nd RussianElectronic commerce
European history and European Union
Herbert MaksInholland University (The Netherlands)
12(round building)
10:00-13:00 3rd Latvian+ Russian
English for Business Erja KarppinenKajaani University of Applied Sciences(Finland)
25(round building)
10:00-13:00 1st EBS What blend of qualities will make me unique?
Arthur Van der HamInholland University (The Netherlands)
24(round building)
12:00-15:10 2nd EBS Doing Business in Finland Aarni JarankaHAAGA- University of Applied Sciences (Finland)
21(round building)
12:00-15:10 1stLatvian+ Russian
Total Customer Focus Thomas P.J. FeinenEuropean Business School (Germany)
306(main building)
13:00-15:10 3rd Latvian+ Russian
Relations management:Teams and networks
Gro LadegardUniversity of Life Sciences (Norway)
25(round building)
13:00-16:50 3EBS Introduction into Supply Chain Management
Volrad WollnyFachhochschule Mainz (Germany)
14(round building)
13:40-16:50 2nd+ 3rd Latvian Electronic commerce
Public Accountability and the future of democracy
Bram NissenInholland University (The Netherlands)
13(round building)
31.03.2006Friday
10:00-13:00 3rd Latvian+ Russian Relations management:Teams and networks
Gro LadegardUniversity of Life Sciences (Norway)
21(round building)
10:00-13:00 3rd EBS Doing Business in Finland Aarni JarankaHAAGA- University of Applied Sciences (Finland)
14(round building)
10:00-13:00 1st EBS Customer Service Management Marko MakiHAAGA- University of Applied Sciences (Finland)
24(round building)
12:00-15:10 1st Latvian+ Russian
Quality ManagementSix Sigma
Ron EmmerikInholland University (The Netherlands)
25(round building)
13:00-16:50 3rd EBS Managing disruptive innovations and stakeholder analysis
Frederic NlemvoGroupe ESC Troyes (France)
14(round building)
17:30-21:00 MBA Strategic Management Graham WoodThe University of Salford (United Kingdom)
31(round building)
Appendix 9
Research Activities in 2004/2005
Introduction
Year 2004/2005 has been remarkable with activization of scientific activities in RISEBA.
We have bn taking opportunities related to EU structural funds by participating in project proposal
competitions (5 project proposals were developed ).
A further step was coopeartion agreements with Latvia University of Agriculture and Ventspils
University College that include joint research work. Another cooperation agreement has been achieved
with Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) that has initiated international collaboration on
projects.
In 2004/2005 RISEBA started preparational and organizational work on international scientific
conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” that took place in Riga, Latvia in February 2006.
Refereed papers were published in conference Proceedings and selected papers in German Journal of
Business Economics and Management.
RISEBA academic staff has partcipated in more then 30 conferences and 10 seminars. More than
30 scientific papers were published in Latvian and foreign editions.
RISEBA Major strategic goals will be implemented in year 2005/2006. One of the tasks is to
concentrate RISEBA research topics on entrepreneurship management. Another important task is to atract
young teachers and students.
It is also important that RISEBA academic staff become renowned experts in their field of
expertise and at least part of them actively doing research work could earn income comparable (or even
higher) than that of pedagogical work.
Development, licensing and accreditation of PhD programme in Management is another important
strategic goal for RISEBA in year 2005/2006.efield
dREirectionsesearch field directions
RESEARCH FIELD DIRECTIONS
I. Development of scientific research infrastructure
II. Development and support of research environment
III. Participation in research projects’ comeptitions
IV. Development of RISEBA key scientific research directions
V. Development of cooperation with higher education and research institutions
VI. Licencing and accreditation of PhD programm in Managament
RESEARCH ACTITIVITES BY DEPARTAMENTS
Department of Economics and Finance
Impact of agricultural and rural policy on the development of Latvian agriculture industry Dr.oec. Danuta Jasjko
Entrepreneurship development trends in Latvia Latvian accounting within EU context International Starptautiskie accounting standards and international harmonization
Dr.oec. Irina Kuzmina
Entrepreneurship environment in Latvia/ Norway Dr.oec. Andrejs Limanskis
International and local energy markets, investments and taxes Mg. soc. Līga Leitāne
Managerial accounting issues and solutions in Latvian companies Development of efficient accounting policy in the organization Improvement of control systems in the organization
Dr.oec. Tatjana Ivanova
Long wave cycles, macroeconomic instability of longterm economic growth Study on new economy development problems, growth of cyclical and innovative economy business activities
Dr.oec. Tatjana Boikova
Stock excahnge market: further development perspectives Mg.soc. Vineta Šņepste
Joined RISEBA in year 2005/2006
Departmewnt of Management and Marketing
Problems in life standards and quality SMEs managementImprovement of professional and academic higher education system
Dr.oec. Boriss Kurovs
Problems of motivation, stereotypes, dependancy, innovations and creativity Mg. phil. Jūlija Bulatova
Department of IT and Mathematics
Automated education and evaluation systemsIT and its software Analysis and modeling of complex systems Documentation management systems Decisions-making systemsData safety and coding
Mg.ing. Aloizs Lešinskis
Intellectual computer technologies; decisions-making systems, decision trees
Mg.ing.Egmonts Treiguts
Math methods in economics Dr.math. Leonīds Grīnglazs
Department of Languages
Translation of scientific papers, publications Word order in scientific reading Zigrīda Fricberga
Development and application of quality systems to improve work of academia Use of case studies to optimize the study course Business Communications
Mg.Paed. Tatjana Zakutajeva
Daugavpils Branch
Contemporary gold market, its impact on EU economy Mg. Seļivanova Nataļja
Real estate market analysis and evaluation Mg.Jānis Radionovs
The impact of tex system on regional develpoment Mg.Kuzenko Marina
Other
Business macro environment: evaluation and analysis Dr.habil.oec. Vulfs Kozlinskis
Intellectual entrepreneurship in Latvia Mg.soc. Irina SenņikovaProject managementTransportation and logisticsExport strategic planning
Dr.sc.ing.Georgijs Burakovs
Marketing and management of business education programmesHuman resources management problemsQuality management systems in educational institutionsKnowledge managementEU labor market problemsIT development and administrationProject management
Dr.oec. Kalevs Kants
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
Field of Economics
1. T.Bikovskis. "Latvian car market: the paradox of 1995” // Conference „Problems of academic education” proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. Saule. 2000.
2. E. Jerockis. „Creation of coroprate networks. Integration problems in Baltic governments towards EU” // International scientific conference proceedings. 2000, pp. 140.-142.
3. I. Kuzmina. Co-author G. Oļevskis, J. Saulītis. „Entrepreneurship development strategy in Latvia” // Latvian Science Council: Key research directions in Economics and Law sciences. Nr.5. Riga, Latvia. 2000.g., pp.149-151.
4. I. Ostrovska. „Impact of education as a social institute on the development of a creative personality in Latgale region” // International scientific conference „Creative personality” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2000, pp. 246. – 250.
5. I. Ostrovska. „Role of education as a social institute in youth adaptation process” // International scientific conference “Cooperation and competence in education” proceedings. Jelgava, Latvia. 2000, pp. 234. –239.
6. J. Radionovs. „Real estat emarket: analysis and evaluation” // 8th International scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2000.
7. M. Rurāne. „German-Latvian entrepreneurship vocablary” // Book. Riga, Latvia. 2000.g., 150 p.
8. D. Sitnika. “Interrelation of inflation and interest rates in transition economies” // 8th
International scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2000.
9. O. Strognacka. „Crime in the area of economy” // 8th International scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2000.
10. Jasjko D. Co-athor Leoke E., Selickis E. „Quantitative evaluation of the Latvian agricultural production competitiveness” // Conference “Development problems and solutions in rural areas”. Jelgava. LLU. 2001.
11. E. Jerockis. CD-ROM “COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT”// 200112. L. Leitāne. „Energy and agriculture development problems in Latvia” // Latvia Banking
College International scientific conference „Qualitative interrelation of educated society and new economy” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp. 152-159.
13. L. Leitāne. „Taxes, development of state economy and the role of the society in this process” // II World lavian scientists congress. Proceedings. Riga., Latvja, 2001,pp. 150.
14. L. Leitāne. „Energy financing and the role of marketing communications” // II World lavian scientists congress. Proceedings. Riga., Latvja, 2001,pp. 176.
15. A.Nikolajevs. „Trade balance deficit and external debt: interrelation in transition economies” // 9th International scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2001.
16. A.Nikolajevs. „Economic development of Central and Eastern Europe: key trends and patterns” // 9th International scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2001.
17. A.Nikolajevs. „Unemployment in Latvia: macroeconomic aspect”// Conference: University academic education problems.Scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2001.
18. A.Nikolajevs. „Economic effectivness of education” // Latvia Banking College International scientific conference „Qualitative interrelation of educated society and new economy” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp. 195-200.
19. A.Nikolajevs. „Role of regional trade in the economy of Latvia” // Problems in economy, management, finance and IT. Conference proceedings. Ivanovo. 2001, pp. 65-68.
20. A.Nikolajevs. „Impact of education on income and employment levels” // Problems in economy, management, finance and IT. Conference proceedings. Ivanovo. 2001, pp. 127 – 129.
21. M. Rurāne.”Financial management” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2001, 294 p.22. I. Ostrovska. „Pupils’ socialization problems” // Conference: University academic education
problems.Scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2001,pp. 8 – 10.23. I. Ostrovska. „Youth attitute towards education: case of Latgale region” // International
24. I. Ostrovska. „Transformation of education as a social institute from the perspective of Latvian population” // International scientific conference “Transformation of economic and social relations: processes, trends, results” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp. 297 –302.
25. I. Ostrovska. „Stress factors in social conflict (from the perspective of Latgale population” // International scientific conference “Conflict theory and practice in multinational society”. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp. 254 –261.
26. I. Ostrovska. „Several aspects of Latgale youth’s adaptation process: from education towards employement” // International scientific conference ”IT century: youth and social changes” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp. 162.-169.
27. I. Ostrovska. „Socialization specifics of population in Latgale region in transition period (1994–1998)” // Proceedings “General didactics and education” Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp. 64 – 68.
28. J. Radionovs. „Computerization problems in departments of Latvian Land Book” // Daugavpils. Latvia. 2001.
29. N. Seļivanova. „Jewellery market”// 9th International scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2001.
30. D. Sitnika. „Globalization impact on Latvia”// 9th International scientific conference proceedings. DPU, Latvia. 2001.
31. D. Sitnika. „Development of Central and Eastern Europe economies in transition period” // Proceedings “Problems of regional economy: theory and practice.” Gomel.Russian Federation. 2001.
32. E. Jerockis. „Daugavpils University Information System as a Model of e-Management of City, District or Region” // 3rd International scientific conference “Person. Color. Nature. Music.” proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2002, pp.100. – 101.
33. E. Jerockis. „Creation of information service infrastructure in Daugavpils region” // International scientific conference “Competitiveness of the region” proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2002, chapter 2, pp. 6. - 11.
34. I. Kuzmina. „Evolution of the term „entrepreneur”. Entrepreneurship and its legal environment” // International scientific conference proceedings. Business school Turiba. Riga, Latvia. 2002, pp.158-163.
35. I. Kuzmina. Co-author G. Oļevskis, J. Saulītis and A. Zagurilo. „Competitiveness of Latvian production in external trade” // Latvian Science Council: Key research directions in Economics and Law sciences. Nr.7. Riga, Latvia, 2002, pp.78-81.
36. L. Leitāne. Co-author V. Šņepste. „Possibilities in use of Debt Securities to Finance Energetics” // International scientific conference „Traditional and innovative components in the and sustainable development of the society. Problems of competitiveness in the sustainable economic development.” Riga, Latvia, 2002, pp.168-175.
37. L. Leitāne. „Role of banks in financing of energy industry” // Latvian University Scientific papers, #627 „Finance and credits: problems, concepts and management”. Riga, Latvia, 2002, pp. 109-112.
38. A.Nikolajevs. „Latvia and European Union”// Scientific conference „Economy and entrepreneurship problems in Latvia” proceedings. RISEBA. Riga, Latvia, 2002.
39. A.Nikolajevs. „Impact of education on income and employment levels” // Scientific conference „Economy and entrepreneurship problems in Latvia” proceedings. RISEBA. Riga, Latvia, 2002.
40. A.Nikolajevs. „Intellectual capital and its role in contemporary economy” // Scientific conference „Contemporary economy and education problems” proceedings. Riga Technical University. Riga, Latvia, 2002.
41. I. Ostrovska. „The Role of Education as a Social Institution in the Development of the Latgale Region in the Transition Period” // Book „Humanities and Social Science Latvia. Regional identity of Latgale”. Riga, Latvia. 3(36)2002, pp. 81. – 89.
42. I. Ostrovska. „Several aspects of Latgale youth’s adaptation process: from education towards employment” // International scientific conference „Memory in the cultural historic context” proceedings. Daugavpils. Latvia. 2002, pp. 11. – 18.
43. I. Ostrovska. „Social stress factors from the view of Latgale region youth” // International scientific conference „Decade of Reform: Achievments, Challenges, Problems.” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. Latvian University. 2002, pp. 412. – 421.
44. I. Ostrovska. „Importance of education in the competitiveness of the region” // Book „Competitiveness of the region”. Daugavpils. Latvia. 2002, pp. 34. – 42.
45. I. Ostrovska. „Importnace of education in the regional context” // International scientific conference „Teacher education in XXI century: changing and perspectives” proceedings. Lithuania. 2002, pp. 311-316.
46. I. Ostrovska. „The role of education in rising of regions competitiveness (on Latvia’s example)” International scientific conference „Przedsiebiorczosc i innowacyjnosc jako czynniki rozwoju regionalnego i lokalnego” proceedings. Poland. 2002, pp. 469 – 474.
47. M. Rurāne.” Organization and planning of entrepreneurship” // Mācību Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2002, 330 p.
48. O. Strognacka. „Defining shadow economy and its components” // International scientific conference „21 century entrepreneurship and law: problems and further development challenges” proceedings. Baltic Russian Institute. Riga, Latvia. 2002.
49. O. Strognacka. „Crime and law-enforcement issues and economics” // Proceedings «Baltic Russian Institute scientific papers” Vol.6. Riga, Latvia. 2002.
50. V. Šņepste. „The necessity of state effective investment programme” // Latvian University scientific papers #627: „Finance and credits: problems, concepts and management”. Riga, Latvia, 2002, pp. 167-171.
51. V. Šņepste. „Stock exchange market development as a factor that stimulates entrepreneurship in globalizing environment” // 5th International scientific conference proceedings. Business school Turiba. Riga, Latvia. 2002, pp. 406-413.
52. V. Šņepste. Co-author L. Leitāne. „Possibilities in use of Debt Securities to Finance Energetics” // International scientific conference proceedings. Business school Turiba. „„Traditional and innovative components in the and sustainable development of the society. Problems of competitiveness in the sustainable economic development.” Riga, Latvia. 2002, pp. 168-175.
53. T. Boikova.”Innovative Development of Transition Economy and the Baltic Countries”// Seventh International Congress. Lille, France. Proceedings International I. 2003.g., lpp.1-22.
54. D. Jasjko. Co-author Frolova L., Jaunzeme I. “Russian trade liberalization effect on the Latvian agricultural and food product export development” // LU RAKSTU Vadības zinību sērija. 660.sēj. R: LU. 2003.g.,lpp. 185.- 203.
55. D. Jasjko. Co-author Miglavs A. “EU Enlargement and CAP Reform: Modelling and Information Availability”// Information Systems in Agriculture. Poland. CSO, 2003.g., lpp. 65 – 78.
56. I. Kuzmina. Co-author O. Šulca, I. Sproģe. „Analysis of the dynamic model of capital assets price formation” // Latvian Science Council: Key research directions in Economics and Law sciences. Nr.8. Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp.143-144.
57. I. Kuzmina. „Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development in Latvia”// Small Firms and Economic Development in Developed and Transition Economics. Edited by D.A. Kirby and A. Watson. Ashgate. ISBN 0754630609. London, UK. 2003, pp.153-164.
58. I. Kuzmina. Co-author G. Oļevskis, J. Saulītis, M. Dzelmīte. „Competitiveness or Latvian industries’ in foreign trade” // Latvian Science Council: Key research directions in Economics and Law sciences. Nr.8. Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp.100-103.
59. I. Kuzmina. „Grāmatvedība ES: teorija un prakse” // Magazine „Коммерсант Baltic”. 08.2003. Riga, Latvia.
60. I. Kuzmina.” Co-author G. Oļevskis, J. Saulītis, M. Dzelmīte. Latvijas rūpniecības konkurētspēja ārējā tirdzniecībā” // Latvian Science Council: Key research directions in Economics and Law sciences. Nr.9. Riga, Latvia. 2004, pp.118-122.
61. A. Limanskis. Co-author J.Burova. N.Shirkova, V. Suharevs. „New Developments in Financial Market of Latvia as an EU Accession Country” // International conference „Market economies within state’s integration environment: problems and perspectives”. Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp.57-66.
62. A. Limanskis. Co-author V. Krimane. „Appropriate Evaluation Methods of Functioning Enterprises in the Context of European Integration” // International conference „Market economies within state’s integration environment: problems and perspectives”. Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp.107-115.
63. A. Limanskis. Fundamentals of Socially Responsible Public Procurement in Latvia. Latvia Banking College 5th international conference „Sustainable development preconditions: new challenges and perspectives” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2003.
64. L. Leitāne. „Future tax changes and tax planning” // www.konsorts.lv. 26.11.2003.65. L. Leitāne. „Evaluation of organization’s activities and determination of the future
perspectives” // www.konsorts.lv. 26.11.2003.66. L. Leitāne. „Direct payments for land – do we use the opportunities?” // www.konsorts.lv.
26.11.2003.67. L. Leitāne. „Latvian stock exchange market: development perspectives in globalizing
economy” // www.konsorts.lv. 26.11.2003.68. L. Leitāne. „Energetic and National Developmental Problems of Economy in Latvia” //
Latvian University Scientific papers #644: Finance and credits: problems, concepts and management. Riga, Latvia. 2003., pp. 414-425.
69. L. Leitāne. „The Problems of Latvian Energy and Their Prospectives”// VI International Scientific Conference „Finance in EU Accession Countries: Experiences and Solutions”. Proceedings. Tartu, Estonia. 2003, pp. 141-151
70. L. Leitāne. „Problems of Development of Power Industry and National Economy in Latvia” // Selected proceedings of International Scientific Conference „Information Society and Modern Business”. Ventspils University College. Ventspils, Latvia. 2003, pp. 197-204.
71. L. Leitāne. „The Tendencies of Latvian Energy Balance and Structure”// International Scientific Conference „Financial Market and Management”. Proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp. 115-125.
72. V. Šņepste. „Opportunities for Improvement of Debt Securities Market in Latvia” // Selected proceedings of International Scientific Conference „Information Society and Modern Business”. Ventspils University College. Ventspils, Latvia. 2003, pp. 301-307.
73. V. Šņepste. „The Role of Debt Securities Market in the Borrowed Capital Formation in Enterprises” // International Scientific Conference „Financial Market and Management”. Proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp. 357-369.
74. V. Šņepste. „The use of stock market opportunities to stimulate economic development” // Latvia Banking College International Scientific Conference „Sustainable development preconditions: new challenges and perspectives” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp. 311-317.
75. V. Šņepste. „Securities Market Importance in National Economic Growth” // Latvian University Scientific papers #644: Finance and credits: problems, concepts and management. Riga, Latvia. 2003., pp. 653-664.
76. T. Boikova. „Fluctuations and Sustainability in the Economic System”// International Conference. Conditions of Sustainable Development: New Challenges and Prospects. Proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2004.
77. T. Boikova. „Innovations in New Economy and Investing in Latvia”// 5th International Conference on Corporate Governance. London, UK. Proceedings, 2004.
78. D. Jasjko. Co-author Salputra G. “Development of Latvian Agricultural Sector: Quantitative Assessment of the Accession Effects” //Possibilities for Rural Development in the Enlarged Europe. . International Scientific Conference proceedings #5. Jelgava: Latvia University of Agriculture. Latvia. 2004, pp. 35.- 44.
79. D. Jasjko. Co-author Miglavs, A., Feldmans D. “The Structural Changes in Latvian Agricultural Sector after Application of CAP Reform” // Possibilities for Rural Development in the Enlarged Europe. International Scientific Conference proceedings #5. Jelgava: Latvia University of Agriculture. Latvia. 2004, pp. 25.- 34.
80. D. Jasjko. Co-author Salputra G. “Agricultural Policy Development: Options and Opportunities for Quantitative Analysis” // Latvian University Scientific papers #674. 2004, pp. 33.- 47.
81. D. Jasjko. „EU CAP Reform: Assessment of Impact on Agrarian Sectors and rural areas in the Baltic States” // Analytical report.-Riga.:LSIAE, 2004 – pp.121;
82. I. Kuzmina. „SGS and 1. SGS fundamental concepts: preparation of financial reports”// Journal „Finansists”, Edition #1. Riga,Latvia. 2004.
83. I. Kuzmina. „The impact of currency changes (МСФО 21)”// Journal „Finansists”, Edition #2. Riga,Latvia. 2004.
84. I. Kuzmina. „Cash flow statement and SGS Nr.2”// Journal „Finansists”, Edition #3. Riga,Latvia. 2004.
85. A. Limanskis. „Latvian State Debt Servicing and Economic Security of People” // International Scientific Conference „Security and state development”. Riga,Latvia. 2004.
86. L. Leitāne. „Efficiency of innovations – do we calculate and analyse?”// www.konsorts.lv. 13.01.2004.
87. L. Leitāne. „Key elements of the innovative project” // www.konsorts.lv. 13.01.2004.88. L. Leitāne. „Threat to the economy of Latvia” // www.konsorts.lv. 07.06.2004.89. L. Leitāne. „Risk evaluation at workplace”// www.konsorts.lv. 20.01.2004.90. L. Leitāne. „VAT changes after 01.05.2004” // www.konsorts.lv. 11.02.2004.91. L. Leitāne. „Tax competition” // www.konsorts.lv. 12.02.2004.92. L. Leitāne. „Is income tax reduction viable for MVU?”// www.konsorts.lv. 16.02.2004.93. L. Leitāne. „Capital flow trends: implications // www.konsorts.lv. 04.03.2004.94. L. Leitāne. „Solar energy: opportunities for investments and utilisation” // 3rd International
Scientific Conference «World economy and business administration». Minsk, Byellorussia. 2004.95. L. Leitāne. „18. SGS „Revenues” // Journal „Finansists”, Edition #5. Riga,Latvia. 2004, pp. 22-
24.96. L. Leitāne. „Transit in Latvia” // Latvijas Grāmata. Jumava. Rīga, Latvija. 2004.g., lpp. 82-84.97. L. Leitāne.” Rūpniecības Attīstība” // Latvijas Grāmata. Jumava. Riga,Latvia. 2004, pp. 85-87.98. I. Ostrovska. Co-author Boroņenko V. „Youth on the way from education to work market”.
Daugavpils University. Daugavpils. Latvia. 2004,120p.99. I. Ostrovska. „Several youth problems in transition from education towards work market (case
of Latvia)” // International Scientific Conference „Chloviek a rynok” proceedings. Poland. 2004.100. L. Leitāne. „Pamatlīdzekļu uzskaite (16. SGS)”// Finansists, Nr. 1, 2005.g., Rīga,
Latvija. Lpp. 15-17.101. A. Nikolajevs. „Impact of education on state ecnomic stability and security//
International Scientific Conference „Security and economic development” proceedings. 2004, pp. 187.-191.
102. A.Nikolajevs. „Role of intellectual capital in contemporary economy” // International Scientific Conference „Chloviek a rynok” proceedings. Poland. 2004.
103. A. Nikolajevs.„Economical aspects of administrative-territorial reform in Latvia” // II Regional Scientific Conference proceedings. Russian Federation. 2004, pp.260-267.
104. Ļ.Nikolajeva. „Quantitative criteria for economic stability and security” // International Scientific Conference „Security and economic development” proceedings. 2004, pp. 167.-171.
105. N. SEĻIVANOVA. „WORLD GOLD MARKET AND ITS IMPACT ON THE STABILITY OF FOREIGN CURRENCY SYSTEM” // INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE „SECURITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT” PROCEEDINGS. 2004, PP. 282.-285.
106. D. Sitnika. Co-author S.Zelča. „Economy safety rankings of new EU candidate-countries” // International Scientific Conference „Security and economic development” proceedings. 2004, pp.8.
107. O. Strognacka. „Trade organization at Riga Stock Exchange” // Conference «Your career – stock market» St.Petersburg, Russian Federation. 2004.
108. O. Strognacka. „Application of economic theory to enhnace effectiveness of crime rate reduction”// International Scientific Conference „Security and economic development” proceedings. 2004.
109. O. Strognacka. „Latvian budget system and its leveling necessity” // International Scientific Conference «Problems in contemporary economicy science and practice ” proceedings. St.Petersburg, Russian Federation. 2004.
110. D. Jasjko. “The Reformed Common Agricultural Policy as a Synergy Factor of Rural Development in Latvia” //International Conference Influence of Agricultural and Rural Advisers Operation Synergy on the Rural Development Process. Proceedings of the conference. Latvia. 2005, pp. 23-34.
111. I. Kuzmina. Co-author Phillip Dann. „International financial reporting standards»// Textbook. Institute of professional financial managers. Riga, Latvia. 2005, 288 p.
112. I. Kuzmina.2005.g. „Key issues of IFRS application in practice of Latvian enterprises” // 3rd International conference on Accounting and finance in transition European and Asian experience and public policy considerations. Proceedings. Greenwich, UK. 2005.
113. J. Radionovs. „Contemporary construction industry” // International Conference proceedings. 2005.
114. M. Rurāne. 2005.g. „Finance Management” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2005, 384 p.115. A. Čirjevskis. „Latvian national competitive advantage of forest industry” // International
scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.70-79.
116. D. Jasjko. Co-author Fadejeva L. “The reform of Common Agricultural Policy in Latvia: opportunities and projections” // International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.47.- 56.
117. N. Konovalova. “New approaches to credit risk assessment and measurement” // International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.125-134.
118. V. Kozlinskis. Co-author K. Guseva. „Evaluation of some business macro environment forecasting methods” // International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.188-198.
119. V. Kozlinskis. Co-author K. Guseva. „Evaluation of some business macro environment forecasting methods” // Žurnāls „Journal of Business Economics and Management“. Lithuania.2006.g. 3.izd.
120. I. Kuzmina. Co-author T. Minajeva, S. Devjatkovska. „Self-employment as a type of economic activity: nature and definition” // International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.317-328.
121. A. Nikolajevs. Co-author Ļ. Nikolajeva. „Tertiary education and labour market” // International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.245-253.
Field of Law
1. G. Saule. „Darba līgums” // Brochure. Business school „Turība”. Riga, Latvia. 2000.2. F. Polis. „Labour Protection Law in Latvia” // Scientific papers „Economy and
entrepreneurship problems in Latvia”. RISEBA. Riga, Latvia. 2001/2002.3. J. Radionovs. „Prasījuma nodrošinājums lietu tiesībās-ķīla” // DU Zinātniskās konferences
„Reģiona finansu un ekonomiskais potenciāls” tēzes. 2002.g.4. F. Polis. „Kolektīvo interešu (ekonomisko) darba strīdu noregulējums Latvijas Republikas
normatīvajos aktos un tā atbilstība Eiropas Savienības standartiem” // Starptautiskā zinātniskā konference „Augstskolu kvalitatīva izaugsme un tās ietekme uz tautsaimniecības un zinātnes attīstību„. Banku augstskola. Rakstu krājums. Rīga, Latvija. 2002.g.
5. J. Radionovs. „Īpašums.Tā iegūšana, izbeigšanās” // DU Zinātniskās konferences „Reģiona finansu un ekonomiskais potenciāls” tēzes. 2003.g.
6. J. Radionovs. „Komercķīlas tiesības būtība un nozīme” // TSI Zinātniskās konferences tēzes. 2004.g.
7. J. Radionovs. „Problēmsituācijas „Latvijā dzīvojošo Lietuvas Republikas pilsoņu jaundzimošo bērnu tiesību neievērošana” analīze” // Daugavpils University.Conference proceedings. 2004.
8. F. Polis. „Introduction into Eropean Union labor rights” // Book. RISEBA. Riga, Latvia. 2005.
Field of Management
1. L. Bahmane. „Marketing methods to enhance competitiveness of Latvian companies based on European market requirements” // International scientific conference proceedings. Rezekne, Latvia.2000.
2. L. Bahmane. „Marketing Research of the Problem of Distribution of the State and Commercial Procurement in the Bandaging Material Market in Latvia”// International conference. Nordic-Baltic Sea Region on the Eve of 21st century. Riga, Latvia, 2000.
3. J. Bulatova. „Specifics of language learning motivation as an adaptation to changes in social environment in Latvia”” // International conference „Social pedagogy and psychological adaption of personality in changing social environment” proceedings. Riga teacher training and education academy. Riga, Latvia.2000, pp.259-265.
4. J. Bulatova. „Creativity: from disadaptation to adaptation in the changing social environment context” // International conference „Social pedagogy and psychological adaption of personality in changing social environment” proceedings. Riga teacher training and education academy. Riga, Latvia.2000, pp.266-270.
5. J. Bulatova. „About creative work motivation” // Scientific papers. Creative personality. . Riga, Latvia.2000, pp.93-96.
6. L. Gorbaceviča. „Object metamorphosis” // 8th International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils Pedagogical University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp. 43 – 48.
7. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Marketing” // Textbook. Business school „Turība”. Riga, Latvia. 2000, 240 p.8. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Interaction of Innovation Centres in Latvia and the Possibilities to Make it
More Active” // 6th Nordic –Baltic Conference in Regional Science. Proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2000, pp.66-79.
9. L. Pētersons. Co-author A. Kiščenko, O. Onževs ” Master of Business Administration studies in distance form – experience and problems” // Starptautiska konference „Distance education for lifelong learning in 21st century”. LU. Riga, Latvia. 2000.
10. L. Pētersons. Co-author A. Kiščenko, O. Onževs. „Business Administration studies for CEE countries via Internet”// Vilnius University International scientific conference proceedings. Lithuania. 2000.
11. L. Pētersons. Co-author A. Kiščenko, O. Onževs.”Business Administration studies via Internet”// 6th International conference on Technology Supported Learning & Training „Online Education, Berlin”. Germany. 2000.
12. L. Pētersons. Co-author J. Caune, A. Dzedons. „Stategic management”// Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2000.
13. A. Petrovs. „Management for Bankers” // Textbook. Latvian Business School. Riga, Latvia. 2000, 197 p.
14. A. Petrovs. „Economics and the Bank’s role in the Economy” // Textbook. Latvian Business School. Riga, Latvia. 2000, 146 p.
15. I. Senņikova. Co-author E. Kalniņa. Assessing Management Training Needs in Central and Eastern Europe. Survey of selected enterprises in Latvia, European Training Foundation. Latvia. 2000.
16. A. Vorobjovs. „Systemic – Processual Approach to Modeling the Content of Personality”// Association for Teacher Education in Europe Spring University: Today’s reforms for tomorrows school’s. Proceedings. Klaipedos Universitetas. Lithuania. 2000, pp.248 –255.
17. A. Vorobjovs. „Contents of personaluty development and socialization”// Latvian Science newsletter. 2000.
18. A. Vorobjovs. „Systemic-Processual approach to modeling the Content of Personality” // ATEE Spring university. Scientific papers., Lithuania. 2000, pp.54 – 58.
19. A. Vorobjovs. „Psychology fundamentals” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2000. 20. A. Vorobjovs. „Methodological Problems in the Systemic-Processual Paradigm of
Personality” // II International conference “Person, Color, Nature, Music” proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000 , pp. 54-58.
21. A. Vorobjovs. „General psychology” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2000. 22. L. Bahmane. Co-author V. Bahmane. „Commodity trade marketings system based on
marginal revenue analysis” //11th World Latvian scientists congress. Riga, Latvia. 2001. 23. L. Bahmane. „Marketing and marketing management fundamentals” // Textbook. Transport
and communication institute. Riga, Latvia. 2001, 130 p.
24. A.Čirjevskis. „McKinsey modeļa pielietošana uzņēmuma attīstības starptautiskās stratēģijas noteikšanai” // International scientific conference proceedings. St.Petersburg, Russian Federation. 2001, pp.25-32, ISBN5-7320-0630-3.
25. L. Gorbaceviča. „Why don’t we abandon philosophy? // scientific conference “University academic education problems” proceedings. Daugavpils University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2001, pp. 8 – 10.
26. L. Gorbaceviča. „Fundamental values of the 20th century” // XI scientific readings. Daugavpils University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2001, pp.19. – 24.
27. B.Kurovs. Co-author A.Limanskis. Scientific Report // 51st International Atlanic Conference „The Impact of Opening Up the Public Procurement Market to Domestic Production”. Athens, Greece. 2001.
28. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Marketing” // Textbook. Vol.2. Busness School „Turiba”. Riga, Latvia. 2001, 272 p.
29. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Employment and knowledge management”// international scientific conference „Transformation of economic and social relations”. Busness School „Turiba”. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp.282-285.
30. J. Ē. Niedrītis. Co-author V. Niedrīte. „Innovations and knowledge management” // international seminar «Management and marketing execution experiences and problems” Byellorussia state university of economics. Minsk, Byellorussia. 2001, pp.164-165.
31. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Contemporary labor market management” // international scientific conference „Qualitative interrelation of educated society and new economy”. Latvia Banking College. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp.184-187.
32. J. Ē. Niedrītis.” Innovative entrepreneurship and its stimulation// Riga Technical University Scientific papers „Economy and entrepreneurship”. Vol.3, edition2. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp.27-36.
33. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Innvative entrepreneurship development rationale and opportunities” // Latvian University Scientific papers #634 „Management science development: today and in future ”. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp.308-320.
34. J. Ē. Niedrītis. Co-author V. Niedrīte. „Innovation management development stimulation” // Latvian University Scientific papers #637, vol.3 „Economy and business management development problems”. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp.26-33.
35. L. Pētersons. „Distnace learning master study programme: experience of Business Chool Turiba” // international conference „Transformation of economic and social relations: processes, trends, results”. Riga, Latvia. 2001.
36. L. Pētersons. Co-author A. Dzedons. ”Execution of Western business management master studies in Latvia” // Second World Congress of Latvian Scientists. Riga, Latvia. 2001.
37. A. Petrovs. „Banking management” // Textbook. Academy of State Economy (Government of Russian Federation). Moscow, Russian Federation. 2001, 60 p.
38. I. Senņikova. “Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia” // Edition „Intellectual Product and Intellectual Capital”. Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management. Poland. 2001.
39. A. Vorobjovs. „Personality socialization ans education: conflict or unanimity” // international scientific conference “Conflict theory and practice in multicultural society” proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2001, pp. 82. – 89.
40. A. Vorobjovs. „Theoreticals fundamentals of social psychology” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2001.
41. A. Vorobjovs. „Educational potential of the Teacher’s personality” // ATEE Spring university. Proceedings. Klaipeda, Lithuania. 2001, pp.365 – 373.
42. A. Vorobjovs. „Principle of Dialectic conglomeration in the Problem of Measurements of Child’s Content of Personality” // international scientific conference “Primary School Entered 2000” proceedings. Klaipeda, Lithuania. 2001.
43. A. Vorobjovs. „Activity of Personality: Systemic-Processual Approach Principles and Contents” // international scientific conference “Nove možnosti vzdelavani a pedagogicky vyzkum” proceedings. Ostrava, Czech Republic. 2001.
44. L. Bahmane. „Marketing and marketing management fundamentals” // Textbook. Vol. 2. Transport and communication institute. Riga, Latvia. 2002,132 p.
45. L. Bahmane. „Marketing and marketing management fundamentals” // Textbook. Vol. 3. Transport and communication institute. Riga, Latvia. 2002, 150 p.
46. L. Bahmane. Co-author E. Maslovskaja. „Creative approach towards promotion of domestic coffee producers to Latvian market” // Scientific practical conference «Science and technology – step into future». Transport and communication institute. Riga, Latvia. 2002.
47. L. Gorbaceviča. „XX century changes”// international scientific conference „Finance sociology: problems and solutions” proceedings. Daugavpils University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2002, pp. 102. – 112.
48. L. Gorbaceviča. „Money philosophy”// RISEBA Scientific papers „Economy and entrepreneurship problems in Latvia”. Riga, Latvia. 2002, pp. 139. – 146.
49. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Creation of innovation systems and role of knowledge management” // RISEBA Scientific papers „Economy and entrepreneurship problems in Latvia”. Riga, Latvia. 2002, pp.25-40.
50. L. Pētersons. „Distance Education for MBA Program in RISEBA” // Conference „Continuing and Distance Education for Developing of Workforce”. Riga, Latvia. 2002.
51. I. Senņikova. “Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia”. Edition „The international Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation”. Volume 3, Number 1. 2002.
52. A. Vorobjovs. „Selectivity of Personality: Systemic – Processual approach Principles and Contents” // international scientific conference „Decade of Reform: Achievements. Challenges problems” proceedings. IV.ATEE. Spring university. Riga, Latvia. 2002, pp. 4 –15.
53. J. Bulatova. „The role of teacher in development of creative thinking” // Edition „Teacher” 2(38). Riga, Latvia. 2003, pp.22-28.
54. L.Bahmane. „Marginal profit as a method and tool for the marketing management of compay’s competitiveness” // international scientific conference proceedings. St.Petersburg, Russian Federation. 2003.
55. L. Gorbaceviča. „A human being is a choice”// international scientific conference „Existence and communication” proceedings. Latvian University, Denmark Institute of Culture. 2003, pp.18.-19.
56. L. Gorbaceviča. „„Contemporary human being. Contemporary values”// XIII scientific papers. Daugavpils University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2003.
57. J. Ē. Niedrītis. „Idea search methods in the process of innovation” // Textbook. RISEBA. Riga, Latvia. 2003, 14 p.
58. I. Senņikova. “Intellectual Entrepreneurship in Latvia”. Edition „Intellectual Product and Intellectual Capital”. Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management. Poland. 2003.
59. A. Vorobjovs. Co-auhtor A Ruža. „Adaptable non-adaptive personality activiety’s model: research theoretical and experimental approaches” // international scientific conference proceedings. ATEE Spring University. Riga, Latvia. 2003.
60. A. Vorobjovs. „Social psychology”// Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2003.
61. A. Vorobjovs. „The content of the time perception of theyoth and adults”// international scientific conference “Person. Color. Nature. Music.” proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2003, pp. 58 – 63.
62. J. Bulatova. Co-author David Dickerson. „Reconciling Cultural Differences: Baltic Strategy for High Growth” // The Baltic Times. Riga, Latvia. 13-19 May, 2004, p.19.
63. L. Gorbaceviča. Co-auhtor Boroņenko V. „Problems of efficient use of working time from the view of Latgale region working population” // Regional newsletter. Daugavpils University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2004, pp. 53.- 94.
64. L. Gorbaceviča. „Organizational culture and problems of efficiency” // international scientific conference «The man and the market» proceedings. Poland. 2004, pp. 64 – 69.
65. L. Gorbaceviča. „Contemporary human being. Contemporary values”// XIII scientific papers. Daugavpils University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2004, pp. 29.-36.
66. L. Gorbaceviča. „Globalization and hierarchy in contemporary world” // Globalization and culture. Daugavpils University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2004.
67. K. Kants. „Distribution channels and their development in Latvian market” // V international scientific conference “Theory and practice in management and marketing” proceedings. Minsk, Byellorussia. 2004, 325p.
68. B. Kurovs. Co-auhtor I.Senņikova. „Phenomenon of intellectual entrepreneurship and emerging patterns of intellectual entrepreneurship in Latvia” // Journal “Journal of Business Economics and Management”. Lithuania. 2006. 3rd edition.
69. A. Petrovs. „Development of management skills” // Developed course programme and textbook. Perfekta Consulting. Riga, Latvia. 2004, 166 p.
70. I. Senņikova. “Intellectual Entrepreneurship As a Possible Key to Success of Baltic Managers” // BMDA-Baltic Management Development Association. Conferences proceedings. 2004.
71. I. Senņikova. Co-auhtor P. Kidger. „The Contribution of Intellectual Entrepreneurship to the Economic Transformation of the Economy of Latvia” // Cardiff Business School 19th annual Employment Research conference „Management, Work and Organization in Postsocialist Societies”. Proceedings. Cardiff, UK. 2004.
72. I. Sennikova. // Conference proceedings “Cross- cultural Consequences of European Enlargement”. 12th CEEMAN conference “Enlargement of the EU and Its Impact on Management Development “. St.Petersburg, Russian Federation. 2004.
73. K. Kants. Co-auhtor B.Kurovs. „Buisness education programmes’ marketing” // VI international scientific conference "Management and marketing theory and practice". Byellorussia state university. Minsk, Byellorussia. 2005.
74. B.Kurovs. Co-auhtor K. Kants. „Buisness education programmes’ marketing” // VI international scientific conference "Management and marketing theory and practice". Byellorussia state university. Minsk, Byellorussia. 2005.
75. B.Kurovs. Līdzautors A.Limanskis. „Diagnostics of entrepreneurship in Latvia” // VI international scientific conference "Management and marketing theory and practice". Byellorussia state university. Minsk, Byellorussia. 2005.
76. I. Senņikova. „Intellectual Entrepreneurship and its Contribution in Development of the Economy of Latvia” // VI international scientific conference "Management and marketing theory and practice". Byellorussia state university. Minsk, Byellorussia. 2005.
77. I.Senņikova. Co-auhtor B. Kurovs. „Phenomenon of intellectual entrepreneurship and emerging patterns of intellectual entrepreneurship in Latvia” // Journal “Journal of Business Economics and Management”. Lithuania. 2006. 3rd edition.
78. E. Kalniņa. Co-auhtor E. Dorans. „Educating the entrepreneur”// International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.259-271.
79. T. Zakutajeva. „The feasibility of developing an effective measurement system for monitoring and improving the performance of academic staff” // International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.215-224.
Other
1. N. Bogdanova. „MS Excel laboratory practical tasks programme” // International scientific conference proceedings. Rezekne, Latvia.2000, pp. 112.-116.
2. N. Bogdanova. „Development of multimedia learning programmes” // International scientific conference proceedings. Rezekne, Latvia.2000, pp. 116.-120.
3. N. Bogdanova. Co-auhtor Ignatjeva S. „Problems of programming interfaces” // 2nd International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils Pedagogical University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp. 61.
4. N. Bogdanova. Co-auhtor Ignatjeva S. „Problems of programming interfaces” // 2nd International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp. 278.-283.
5. T. Dubrovska. „Reflection of English-Russian lingvistic contacts in the language of Russian mass media” // Conference „Paradigmatika, Sintagmatika ir Kalbos funkcijos” proceedings. Kaunas, Lithuania. 2000, pp. 273-277.
6. S. Ignatjeva. Co-auhtor Bogdanova N. „Problems of programming interfaces” // 2nd International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils Pedagogical University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp. 61.
7. S. Ignatjeva. Co-auhtor Bogdanova N. „Problems of programming interfaces” // 2nd International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp. 278.-283.
8. S. Ignatjeva. Co-auhtor Bogdanova N. „Security organization principles for JET database” // 8th International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils Pedagogical University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp. 130.-131.
9. M. Maslova. „Teaching Oral Translation at the DPU” // Conference „Paradigmatika, Sintagmatika ir Kalbos funkcijos” proceedings. Kaunas, Lithuania. 2000, pp. 119-121.
10. M. Maslova. „Tolerance and its Manifestations with the Secondary School Pupils in the Process of Intergroup Perception” // ATEE Spring University. Conference”Today’s reforms for Tomorrow’s School” proceedings. Klaipeda, Lithuania. 2000.g., pp.70-75.
11. M. Maslova. „Training Translators at the DPU: Teaching Interpreting. Integration Problems of the Baltic Region Countries on their Way to the European Union”. International conference proceedings. Rezekne, Latvia. 2000, pp.170-172.
12. L. Rumjanceva. „Developing Cultural Insights in the English Classroom” // Proceedings „Language – 2000 X scientific readings”. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp.120.-124.
13. L. Sardiko. „The EFL Teaching Traditions in Latvia in 1920 - 1940"// 8th International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils Pedagogical University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000.
14. L. Sardiko. „Mentoring: Pre-Service EFL Teacher Professional Development at De-Briefing
Sessions”// Edition "ELT Newsletter Latvia", Nr.7. Riga, Latvia. 2000.L. Sardiko. „Tasting the "PIE" // Edition "ELT Newsletter Latvia", Nr.9. Riga, Latvia. 2000.L. Sardiko. „There is Nothing like Learning from Colleagues” // Edition "ELT Newsletter Latvia", Nr.9. Riga, Latvia. 2000.
15. L. Sardiko. „Using Drama Techniques in Teaching Grammar to Primary School Pupils” // X Scientific readings "Language -1998". Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, pp. 128-129 .
16. J. Stole. „English Idioms Through Contrastive Linguistics Some Facts about Native Idioms” // Scientific papers. Daugavpils Pedagogical University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2000, p.54.-55.
17.N. Bogdanova. „Context-modular Approach to Designing and Developing Multimedia Educational Programs” // International DETECH Workshop “Using Technology in Open and Distance Learning” proceedings. Slovenia. 2001, pp.139-145.
18.N. Bogdanova. „User interface development principles” // 3rd International scientific conference proceedings. 2001, pp.245.-247.
19. L. Grīnglazs. Co-auhtor E. Kopitovs. „Advanced math for economists with examples for task solutions using PC”” //Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2001, 448 p.
20. S. Ignatjeva. Co-auhtor Bogdanova N. „ADO technology. Its application in Visual Basic and Delphi software” // 9th International scientific conference proceedings. Daugavpils Pedagogical University. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2001, p.163.-164.
21. L. Rumjanceva. „Developing Cultural Understanding Through Teaching Phonetics” // Scientific papers „Language – 2001. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2001, pp.120.-123.
22. L. Sardiko. „The TEYL Project Gathering Speed”// Edition "ELT Newsletter Latvia", Joint Issue N14. Riga, Latvia. 2001.
23. L. Sardiko. „Student Teacher Preparation for Teaching Practice: Real and Ideal”// Mentoring in the New Millenium. Second British Council Regional Mentor Conference. Proceedings. Romania, 2001.
24. L. Sardiko. „Drama Techniques in Storytelling for the Young Learners of English” // Edition "XI Scientific readings "Language -2001”. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2001, p.124.
25. L. Grīnglazs. Co-auhtor E. Kopitovs „Application of multilevel statsitical analysis methods in airports’ classification casestudies” // Transport and Telecomunication V.3. N2 2002. International conference “Reliability and statistics in Transportation and Communication (RelStat'03)”proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2002, pp. 81-87.
26. L. Grīnglazs. Co-auhtor Anna Kučkovska. „Application of multilevel classification methods in insurance” // Conference „Economy and entrepreneurship problems in Latvia” . RISEBA. Riga, Latvia. 2002.
27. L. Grīnglazs. Co-auhtor E. Kopitovs. „Inventory management basics” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2002, 92 p.
28. L. Krēmers. Co-auhtor O.Remeza. “Datorgrafika”. Fast learning album. Baltic Russian Institute. 2002.
29. M. Maslova. „Personality Correlates of Tolerance” // 5thInternational conference proceedings. Tartu, Estonia. 2002.
30. L. Rumjanceva. „Teacher Proficiency in the EFL Classroom” // Faculty of Humanities XIII scientific edition “Language 2003. Linguistics’ didactic problems”. Daugavpils University, Latvia. 2002, pp.36.-41.
31. L. Rumjanceva. „Training Teacher Talk in the First Year of the DU” // Faculty of Humanities XII scientific edition „Language 2002. Daugavpils University, Latvia. 2002, pp.17.-22.
32. L. Sardiko. „Assessment in Teaching English to Young Learners” // Edition "XII scientific readings "Language -2002". Daugavpils, Latvia. 2002.g., lpp. 23-28.
33.N. Bogdanova. „Context-modular Approach as the Hypertexts Construction Technology” // 3rd International conference “Person. Color. Nature. Music”. Proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2003, pp.210 – 216.
34.N. Bogdanova. „Didactic Basics of Contex-modular Approach”// International conference „eLearning and eCulture 2002” proceedings. Austria. 2003, pp. 21-26.
35.N. Bogdanova. „Context-modular Approach as the Hypertexts Construction Technology” // International conference “Person. Color. Nature. Music” proceedings. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2003, pp.97.
36. V. Gedroics. „Introduction to mathematical analysis”// Electronic textbook. 2003. http://www.de.dau.lv/matematika/ievmatanvit.pdf
37. L. Grīnglazs. Co-auhtor E. Kopitovs „Mathematical statistics with examples of PC application for case solutions” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2003, 310 p.
38. L. Grīnglazs. Co-auhtor E. Kopitovs. „Advanced math for economists” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia. 2003, 379 p.
39. L. Rumjanceva. „English Grammar. Morphology” // Daugavpils University. Latvia. 2003.g.40. L. Rumjanceva. „English Grammar. Practice” // Daugavpils University. Latvia. 2003.g.41. L. Sardiko. „Young Learner Trainer Training Course” //ELTECS Info British Council. London
British Council. 2003.42. L. Sardiko. „Classroom Research: Portfolio in a Young Learners' Classroom”// XIII Scientific
papers "Language - 2003": Linguistics didactics problems. Daugavpils University. Latvia. 2003.43. L. Sardiko. „Course on Intercultural Communication Problems in Daugavpils University”//
International conference „Language and society” proceedings. 2003, pp. 313-316.44. N. Bogdanova. „Designing of Academic Courses on Base the Technology of Designing of
Information Systems” // GENERATIVE ART 2004 7th International conference proceedings. Milan, Italy. 2004, pp. 45-50.
45.N. Bogdanova. Co-author Ilishko D., Kokina I.”Rationale for extending altruistic bonds towards the different other in a violent world” // 7th ATEE Spring University. Proceedings. Tartu, Estonia. 2004.
46.N. Bogdanova. „Designing of Academic Courses on Base the Technology of Designing of Information Systems” // International conference “GA2004” proceedings. Milan, Italy. 2004, pp.45-50.
47. L. Grīnglazs. Co-author E. Kopitovs, Fedor Tissen. „Inventory Control Model for the Typical Railways Company” // Proceedings “Transport and Telecommunication” , 2004. Conference “Reliability and Statistics in Transportation and Communication (RelStat'03)”. Riga, Latvia. 2004, pp. 39-45.
48. L. Grīnglazs. Co-author E. Kopitovs. „About a Task of Optimal Inventory Control” // 24th
international seminar „Stability Problems for Stochastic Models”. Jurmala, Latvia. 2004. 49. L. Grīnglazs. Co-author E. Kopitovs. „Inventory Control Model for the Chain ”Producer –
Wholesaler – Customer” // International symposium „Stochastic Models in Reliability, Security and Logistics”. Beer- sheva, Israel. 2004.
50. L. Grīnglazs. Co-author E. Kopitovs, A. Andronovs. „Mathematical statistics” // Textbook. S.Petersburg, Russian Federation. 2004, 450 p.
51. S. Ignatjeva. „Java Programming for Artists” // GENERATIVE ART 2004 7th International conference proceedings. Milan, Italy. 2004, pp. 25-30.
52. M. Maslova. „Svenska Dialekter och deras Stallning” // Proceedings „Language-2004”. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2004, pp. 380.-386.
53. I. Olehnoviča. „Classification of Phraseological Units in English, Latvian and Russian” // Proceedings „Contrastive linguistic problems”. Daugavpils, Latvia. 2004, pp. 9.-18.
54. L. Rumjanceva. „Pronunciation and Listening Comprehension Problems” // Daugavpils University. XIV conference. Scientific papers. 2004.
55. L. Rumjanceva. „The Necessity for Comparison of Languages How to Compare Two Sound Systems” // Scientific conference proceedings „Contrastive linquistic problems” . Daugavpils, Latvia. 2004, pp.25.-30.
56. L. Sardiko. „Guidelines on Writing a Term Paper, a Bachelor Paper, a Master Paper” // Daugavpils, Latvia. 2004.
57. L. Sardiko. „The Current Situation in TEYL in Latvia”// Scientific conference proceedings. Riga, Latvia. 2004.
58. L. Sardiko. „Testing, Testing.” // English Teaching Professional. Nr.31, 03.2004, pp.23 -2559. L. Grīnglazs. Co-author J. Kopitovs. „Inventory management basics” // Textbook. Riga, Latvia.
2006, 96 p.60. L. Sardiko. „Using Portfolio at Tertiary Level” // Proceedings "XV Scientific readings”. Daugavpils,
Latvia.2005.61. L. Grīnglazs. Co-author. J. Kopitovs. „Mathematical models as the tools for effective decision-
making” // Scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.280-287.
62. L. Krēmers. „Integration of study cources into the programeme „ E-commerce” // Scientific practical conference proceedings. Transport and communication institute. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.26-27.
63. L. Krēmers. „Development and study of intellectual transport system models” // Scientific papers „Research and technology: step into the future”. Transport and communication institute. Riga, Latvia. 2006, Nr.3, edition #1.
64. O. Remez. Co-author D. Osipovs. „Emerging trend of internet social networks” // International scientific conference „The Next Decade Challenges for Business” proceedings. RISEBA&CIDD. Riga, Latvia. 2006, pp.435-444.
Conferences and Seminars
Year 2000
Daugavpils UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
1st International conference „Person. Color. Nature. Music.”
Helsinki, Finland Nordic Youth Research SymposiumDaugavpils Pedagogical UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
X Scientific readings on Humanitarian sciences
Phare ProgrammaDenmark
Training Course „Export Skills Development Baltic”
III Forum of Lawyers Riga, Latvia
Forum “For the european legal environment in Latvia” and Conference on Intellectual property
CEEMANVilnius, Lithuania
Seminar „Business school management”
CEEMAN Seminar „Entrepreneurship in changing
Trieste, Italy environment: impact on management development”
Tampere, Finland Conference „Business education nd learning internationlization”
Riga, Latvia Conference „Nordic-Baltic Sea Region on Eve of 21st century”
Stockholm, Sweden 26th International congress on PsychologyBritish Council, Latvia ESP project ESPELLMunich, Germany 49th International Atlantic Economic
ConferenceRezekne, Latvia International kcnference „Integration Problems
of the Baltic region Countries on their Way to the European Union”
IEDC Management SchoolBled, Slovenia
IFDP – faculty development programme
Edinburg, Scotland International kcnference “Global citizenship”FolkuniversitetetGoteborg, Sweden
In-Service Training for English Teachers Teaching Adults
LZA Certification centre Study course “Audit of quality systems”
Year 2001Daugavpils Pedagogical UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
XI Scientific conference
Daugavpils Pedagogical UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
8th Scientific conference
Klaipeda, Lithuania International conference “Primary School Entered 2000”
Ostrava, Čehija International conference “Nove možnosti vzdelavani a pedagogicky vyzkum”
Daugavpils UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
Annual conference „Jewellery market”
Business school TuribaRiga, Latvia
Conference «Transformation of economical and social relations: processes, trends, results »
Riga, Latvia II World Congress of Latvian scientistsRiga Technical UniversityRiga, Latvia
42nd International conference
Latvian Technological centreRiga, Latvia
High-Tech Baltics // The Annual International Conference Baltic Dynamics 2001 - Innovation and SME Development
Banking institution of higher educationRiga, Latvia
Conference „Qyalitative interrelation of educated society and new economy”
CEEMAN Seminar „Teaching with case method”
Bled, SloveniaCEEMANDubrovnik, Croatia
Conference „ Emerging Economies Go International and Multinational: Implications for Management Development”
Neapole, Italy International entrepreneurship forum 1st conference „Entrepreneurship and learning”
CEEMAN Bled, Slovenia
Faculty development programme
Banking institution of higher educationRiga, Latvia
International conference „Qalitative Interaction of the Learned Society and New Economy”
Riga, Latvia International Conference on Innovation. Baltic Dynamics
SIA “John Moffat”Riga, Latvia
ACCA courses: Strategic business planning, Financial information for management, Information system
EFER (European Foundation for Entrepreneurial Research), Harvard Business SchoolCambridge, UK
Seminar for academics in entrepreneurship “Educating entrepreneurs”
Athens, Greece 51st International Atlantic Economic Conference
Philadelphia, USA 52nd International Atlantic Economic Conference
Year 2002
RISEBARiga, Latvia
Conference „Economy and entrepreneurship problems in Latvia”
Lithuanian Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Lithuanian Institute of culture Lithuanian
Conference „Eastern Lithuania: interrelation of society and social groups”
Daugavpils UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
International scientific conference “Competitiveness of the region”
Daugavpils UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
Conference “Emigration and culture”
Bratislava, Slovak Republic 1st International Conference APLIMATRezeknes higher education institutionRezekne, Latvia
Conference “Traditional and innovative in the sustainable development of the society”
IESEBarselona, Spain
Faculty development programme
CEEMAN Bled, Slovenia
International Conference “Leadership and Our Future Society: Contributions from CEE"
Global Forum of Management Education, Bangkok, Thailand
Forum „Breaking traditional boundaries”
Helsinki, Finland Socrates introduction conferenceDurham, UK International Conference „The Missing Middle”Ystad, Sweden 7th Nordic-Baltic Conference in Regional
Science Regional Intergration and Transition in the Baltic Rim
TEMPUS TACISMinsk, Byellorussia
International scientific conference: „Theory and practice in foreign language teaching”
Central European University (CEU) Summer UniversityBudapest, Hungary
Course „Language, Gender and Society”
Business school TuribaRiga, Latvia
International Conference "Entrepreneurship and its legal environment"
Riga Technical UniversityRiga, Latvia
43rd International scientific conference
Tartu, Estonia Conference “The European Common Agricultural policy and its Reform Needs and Impacts in the Region”
Riga, Latvia 56th conference „Latvia in Europe, Europe in Latvia. Latvian education system within European educational area”
Year 2003
Estonian Business SchoolOttepä, Estonia
Seminar "Business education quality"
NOU Banking Institute, Russian Federation Association of banks, Moscow, Russian Federation
Seminar "Finansial analysis of bank operations"
IAESVienna, Austria
55th International Atlantic Economics Conference
Heidelberg, Germany Conference "World United nations model” Society "Science"St. Petersburg, Russian Federation
Conference "Russia in the XXI century World economy”
EFMDParis, France
Seminar "What should know young manager while being a manager”
Bled Management SchoolBled, Slovenia
CEEMAN and IMTA Faculty development programme
IESE Business SchoolBarselona, Spain
International Faculty Development programme
International Management SchoolKaunas, Lithuania
Conference "Management development”
Ventspils University CollegeVentspils, Latvia
Conference "Language in crosscultural communication"
IESE Business School Study course for teachers
Barselona, SpainLille Management School Lille, France
ISINI 7. International Congress
Bocconi UniversityMilan, Italy
EFMD conference "Entrepreneurial and professional management within sme's field: combining creativity and techniques"
State Management UniversityMoscow, Russian Federation
EFMD conference "Undergraduate Management Education in Europe: Towards Transparent Diversity"
CEEMANSofia, Bulgaria
XIth annual conference "Business Cooperation and Business Schools Cooperation: New Opportunities within CEEMAN"
Bled Management SchoolBled, Slovenia
Seminar "Consultancy for Management Educators"
Riga French lyceeRiga, Latvia
Seminar for French language teachers
Daugavpils UniversityDaugavpils, Latvia
International scientific conference “Globalization and culture”.
Tartu, Estonia VIth International conference „Finance in EU Accession Countries: Experiences and Solutions”
International Management Institute of Saint Petersburg (IMISP)Russian Federation
Summer school
Riga, Latvia 57th conference „National development model of the Latvian economy and Latvia in the economic area of EU”
Year 2004
Harvard Business School London, UK
Seminar “Innovation and development of new markets”
Conference "New techniques in foreign language teaching as a tool for cross cultural and professional interrelations”
Moscow Academy of FinanceMoscow, Russian Federation
Conference „Development of interactive teaching forms for preparationof specialists in the area of finance and economics”
IAESPortugal, Spain
56th International Atlantic conference
International Management School (ISM)Kaunas, Lithuania
BMDA seminar "How to teach with the case method"
The Royal Horticultural HallsLondon, UK
5th International conference on corporate management
Naleczow, Poland 5th International conference "The man and the market"
Bled Management SchoolBled, Slovenia
CEEMAN and IMTA International Faculty Development programme
Jurmala, Latvia Conference "Baltic Forum"THENEXOMParis, France
Conference "EUROMA 2004"
Cardiff Business SchoolCardiff, UK
"EMPLOYMENT RESEARCH UNIT ANNUAL CONFERENCE"
Business education development Association , Russian Federation Goa, India
8th International conference "Informative society and perspectives for international cooperation”
Trento, Italy Seminar "Entrepreneurship and SME development”
Daugavpils, Latvia Conference „Secutiry and state economy development”
BMDARiga, Latvia
The second Annual BMDA Conference Enhancing Baltic Managerial Competitiveness
Business School TuribaRiga, Latvia
International conference „Entrepreneurship and its legal environment”
Latvian Academy of entrepreneurship and management Riga, Latvia
II Forum of Latvian accountants
Riga, Latvia Forum of Latvian education executives and academia” My school in European Union”
Riga, Latvia 58th conference „Secutiry problems for states and citizens in EU, NATO”
Riga, Latvia 6th International conference „Role of project management in the development of competitive society”
Riga, Latvia CIDD General Meeting RISEBA, LatviaRiga, Latvia World Bank Katvian Bureau and Latvian
Ministry of Economy seminar „Enhance competitiveness of Latvia in EU: innovations, technology transfer and commercialization”
Year 2005Bled Management SchoolBled, Slovenia
CEEMAN Seminar on management programmes
Beer Sheva, IsraelInternational Symposium "Stochastic Models in Reliability, Safety and Logistics" (SMRSSL '05)
COMENIUS UniversityZell am See, Austria
Seminar "The implications of Changing Environment for Business Education"
South Ural State University Chelabinsk, Russian Federation
Conference "Business and business education cooperation in regions of Russia: problems and solutions”
Bled Management SchoolBled, Slovenia
Seminar "Consultancy for Management Educators"
St. Petersburg Engineering Economics University St. Petersburg, Russian Federation
Conference „Contemporary problems in the management of region’s economy”
World Council for Corporate GovernanceLondon, UK
6th International conference „World Council for Corporate Governance”
Bled Management SchoolBled, Slovenia
International Management Teachers Academy 2005
Riga, Latvia Conference "Baltic Forum 2005"Byellorussia State university of EconomicsMinsk, Byellorussia
VI International conference "Theory and practice in management and marketing"
Research Ventspils University CollegeVentspils, Latvia
International conference „Information Society and Modern Business”
University of Greenwich Business SchoolLondon, UK
3rd International conference „Accounting and Finance in Transition”
Harvard Business SchoolBoston, USA
EUROPEAN ENTREPRENEURSHIP COLLOQUIUM ON PARTICIPANT-CENTERED LEARNING
Cape Town, South Africa 5th International Entrepreneurship Forum EFMDBarselona, Spain
35th International conference "Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Small Business Conference 2005: Sustaining the Entrepreneurial Spirit Over Time"
Latin American Council of Management SchoolsSantiago,Chile
GLOBAL FORUM ON MANAGEMENT EDUCATION
Vytautas Magnus UniversityKaunas, Lithuania
International conference „Humanities in New Europe”
Riga, Latvia Latvia Human Resurces management Congress 2005
Tallinn, Estonia 3rd Annual BMDA Conference „A Celebration of Variety Building on Differences”
Riga, Latvia 9th Human resources management conference Riga, Latvia 59th conference „Latviain Europe - what to
expect? New opportunities and new concerns for regions of Latvia”
RESEARCH PROJECTS
From 2004
Name Participants
Latvian Research Council project 04.1446 " Economic efficiency of education in Latvia. The impcat of education on income and employment levels."
Project manager: Andrejs Nikolajevs, RISEBA Daugavpils branch
Project duration: 2005 - 2007Project financing: 952 Ls annually
National partner, member of the project core group in EU Sixth Framework Research Programme Quality of Life and Management of Living Resources: STREP “Agricultural Member States Modelling for the EU and Eastern European Countries” (SSPE-CT-2005-021543)
Project coordinator: Danuta Jasjko, Head, Faculty of Economics and Finance, RISEBA
The Swedish Foundation for small business research (FSF) projektsCreating a systematic evaluation methods in the area of entrepreneurship and innovation policy.
NVA ESF project „Study of new employment possibilities in knowldege-based society in Kurzeme region from human resources and lifelong learning perspective”
RSEBAA – project partnerRSEBAA participants: V. Kozlinskis, B. Kurovs, K. GusevaOther participants: Ventspils University CollegeProject financing: 44 000 LsProject duration: 06.2006-06.2007
LR Ministry of Agriculture project „Agriculture and rural area support policy in Latvia and other EU member countries: potential for production development and growth of competitiveness”
RISEBA – project coordinator Participants: D. Jasjko, B. KurovsProject financing: 15 000 LsProject duration: 05.2006-11.2006
LR Ministry of Agriculture project „Latvian Rural Area development programme project for 2007-2013 Ex-ante evaluation”
RSEBAA – project manager Participants: D. Jasjko, V. Kozlinskis, I. Pilvere, K. Guseva, Ē. Pančenko, L.KettunenProject financing: 40 592 LsProject duration: 07.2006-08.2006.g
Submitted research project proposals
Name Participants
Tempus JEP project proposal„Improvement of education level (in Social Sciences) in the Republic of Georgia using the experience of EN new member-countries”
Project manager: Dr.habil.oec. Vulfs Kozlinskis, RISEBAPartnerr: Grigol Robakidze Universitty (Georgia)Latvia University of Agriculture Higher education quality evaluation centre (Latvia)
ESF and Latvian Welfare Ministry project proposal„Labor market specific problems in Latvia and regions”
Project manager: Dr.oec. Erika Panchenko, RISEBAPartners: RISEBA Daugavpils branchDaugavpils University
ESF and Latvian Welfare Ministry project proposal„Correspondance of professional and higher education programmes to labor market requirements”
Project manager: Dr.oec. Erika Panchenko, RISEBAPartners: RISEBA Daugavpils branchHigher education quality evaluation centre (Latvia)
ESF and Latvian Ministry of Economy project proposal„Entrepreneurship and self-eployment startup anaylsis”
Project manager: Dr.oec. Irina Kuzmina, RISEBAPartners: Latvijas Amatniecības Kamera
ESF and Agency of professional education development” project proposal„Research methods in economy and businessfor teachers in social sciences”
Project manager: Dr.habil.oec. Vulfs Kozlinskis, RISEBAPartners: Ventspils University CollegeBanking higher education institutionsLatvia University of Agriculture
ESF and Agency of professional education development project proposal„RISEBA Junior Business Academy
Project manager: Elita Uzulēna, RISEBA
ORGANISATIONAL SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES
1. V. Kozlinskis. Member, Latvian academy of agriculture and forestry sciences
2. V. Kozlinskis. Expert, Latvian Ministry of Education and Commission for evaluation of management study
programmes.
3. V. Kozlinskis. Member of Editorial Board, Latvia University of Agriculture and Ventspils University
College.
4. V. Kozlinskis. Member, Latvia University of Agriculture Economics and Management Board of Professors.
5. B. Kurovs. Member of Editorial Board, Journal “Journal of Business Economics and Management”. North-
German Academy of Informatology, Stralsund, 2003
6. I. Kuzmina. Finance Expert, Latvian Fund BAS programme 52.
7. I. Kuzmina. SGS editor, journal „Finansists”.
8. J. Maleško. Member, Association of Latvian English language teachers
9. J.Ē. Niedrītis. Member, International Association for Energy Economics.
10. J.Ē. Niedrītis. Member, Latvian education fund Board.
11. I. Senņikova. Member, EFMD strategic audit team.
12. I. Senņikova. Accreditation expert, CEEMAN.
13. I. Senņikova. Member, United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship - USASBE.
14. I. Senņikova. Board member, EQUAL.
15. I. Senņikova. Member, International Entrepreneurship Forum (University of Essex, OECD LEED
programme).
16. I. Senņikova. Partner, EU financed project „Intercultural Knowledge Management” (2000- 2005).
ORGANISATION OF INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES
Results overview of RISEBA & CIDD International Scientific Conference „The Next Decade
Challenges for Business” (Riga, Latvia. 2006)
On February 2-3, 2006 Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
(RISEBA) together with Consortium of International Double Degrees (CIDD) organized one of the most
wide scale international scientific events in recent years in Latvia. Participants from 15 countries
participated in identification and discussion of significant next decade business challenges and began to
strategize on the future directions and initiatives.
We tend to think about the future, however episodically. Major part of our efforts is devoted to
running day-to-day operations, rather than to strategic thinking. Therefore, future comes with unexpected
problems (especially frequently in business macro environment).
Recent research studies, including Noble Prize winners, assert that business currently is facing
many new challenges. These include the growing role of government in the development of business,
limited natural and human resources, ever growing significance of technological innovations, etc.
The participants of the Conference were provided with an opportunity to exchange experience and
knowledge in these issues and to discuss their impact on the development of business and economy.
The Conference plenary sessions were focused on identification of business challenges within
Latvian, as well as global frameworks.
Latvian representatives of plenary sessions concentrated on such issues as “A knowledge-based
human-centred growth model for Latvia” (Prof. Edvins Karnitis) and “Accessing knowledge society:
patterns, trends and impact on higher education” (Prof. Baiba Rivza).
Two renowned keynote speakers participated in identification of global business challenges:
Dr. Jean-Pierre Lehmann, professor of International political economy (IMD, Switzerland)
presented a paper on „The rise of Asia as a world economic power – what is in store for the global
economy?” . He stressed such changes in the global economy as a growth of „new economic powers”
India, Brazil and China versus demographically, culturally and economically declining Europe.
Dr. Jay Mitra, director of Entrepreneurship Research Center (University of Essex, United
Kingdom), in his paper „Changes in the global economic scenarios: patterns of and prospects for
international entrepreneurship” drew attention to the stregthening of links with financial centres,
growing role of urban areas in the development of business (incl. big business centres is where
innovative business ideas are generated today). Medicine and pharmaceutics, energetics, IT,
telecommunications and entertainment industries were identified by Prof. Mitra as most perspective in
the 21 century.
Conference was arranged into 5 sections:
1. The growing role of government policy in the development of business 2. Making organizations fit for the future 3. Entrepreneurship education and training and its role in fostering the entrepreneurship 4. Small and medium enterprise development 5. Business perspectives in different industries
Key ideas of the conference participants were:
- In most developed countries demographic changes are underway that will result in an ageing and a shrinking of the populations. To deal with this situation it is necessary to fall back on older employees and to increase the age of retirement. Consequently, age-structures in companies will changes notably towards older workforces (Margarete Laschalt, Austria).
- The fact that EU enlargement had a tremendous impact on businesses and labor markets in both the new and old Member States is so obvious as to be trivial (John R. Dobson, United Kingdom)
- There is a relationship observed among state institutional quality and FDI volume (Hea-Jung Hyun, USA).
- During the past two decades academia, industry and government have aimed more and more their attention to the phenomenon of a biobased economy providing society with non-food biobased products. The lead supplying role to the biobased economy is held by a sector of agriculture. In this manner an effective limitation of food surplus may occur in the EU market (Zdenek Wegscheider, Mojmir Sabolovic, Czech Republic).
- Growing amount of information and quick change of actual skills and knowledge makes necessary to find new ways for the education of specialists. Ability to make correct judgments, to find the right way in an increasingly complex world becomes more important and is based on attitudes, on emotions. It is necessary to revise the theoretical background of the education, to investigate more carefully attitudes and their links with skills and knowledge (Juris Dzelme, Latvia)
As a conclusion of the Conference there was a special 1 1/2-hour panel discussions dedicated to
academicians and entrepreneurs from such industries as production, banking (JSC SEB Latvijas
Unibanka, JSC Hansabanka) working collaboratively on identifying pertinent business issues, sharing and
discussing best practices within both Latvian and global perspectives.
The following key business problems were identified:
- labor markets – expected labor shortage; - doing business in and with Russia;- the quality of state institutions’ work.
What is important is that both entrepreneurs and foreign participants did not identify the inflation
