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'Research on Post-Soviet Exchange Rate Policy': HSE University–St Petersburg Graduate Participates in Scientific Congress in Seoul

'Research on Post-Soviet Exchange Rate Policy': HSE University–St Petersburg Graduate Participates in Scientific Congress in Seoul
Mark Angelo Gajardo, graduate of the Master's programme 'Comparative Politics of Eurasia,' presented his research at the 28th World Congress of Political Science organised by the International Political Science Association (IPSA).

Asian and African Studies at HSE University–St Petersburg Open Doors to International Business

Asian and African Studies at HSE University–St Petersburg Open Doors to International Business
Marina Belyaeva, a graduate of the Bachelor's programme 'Asian and African Studies' at HSE University–St Petersburg, shared how Chinese language proficiency and an understanding of Asian business culture helped her to become a development manager at an international IT company, represent the business at the largest gaming exhibitions in Asia, and build a dream career at the junction of languages and technologies.

On Russian Students' Day, HSE University-St Petersburg Opens a New Educational Space in Historical Rope Shop Building

On Russian Students' Day, HSE University-St Petersburg Opens a New Educational Space in Historical Rope Shop Building
A famous monument of constructivism—the Rope Shop of the Red Nailer factory—became a new educational building of HSE University-St Petersburg. Approximately four thousand students will study in the building at 25 Liniya Street on Vasilyevsky Island.

'HSE Diploma is Always an Advantage': Yaroslav Samatov on His Career in Data Analytics and Work in 'T-Bank'

'HSE Diploma is Always an Advantage': Yaroslav Samatov on His Career in Data Analytics and Work in 'T-Bank'
Yaroslav Samatov is a 2023 graduate of the master's programme 'Data Analytics for Politics and Society'. He found his first internship thanks to HSE University, and then, his career took off. At the moment, Yaroslav is a product analyst at 'T-Bank'. Find out how studies at HSE University help graduates, what an analyst does at big tech companies and what is important to know to prepare for an interview in the article.

'Take Vacancies Seriously': Maksim Babikov on His Master's Studies, Internship at 'Gazprombank' and Work at Alfa-Bank

'Take Vacancies Seriously': Maksim Babikov on His Master's Studies, Internship at 'Gazprombank' and Work at Alfa-Bank
Maksim Babikov graduated from the programme 'International Business and Management' in 2024. When he was a student, Maksim started actively building his career: he undertook internships in product management and HR spheres and then took an interest in analytics. For a year, the graduate has been working as a risk analyst at 'Alfa-Bank' and continued his education in the Master's programme 'Data Analytics for Business and Economics'. Read about the importance of education and first career steps in the article.

Aleksandra Averyanova on Her Management Studies and Work at Ecom.Tech

Aleksandra Averyanova on Her Management Studies and Work at Ecom.Tech
Aleksandra Averyanova graduated from the Bachelor's programme 'International Business and Management' in 2024 but already now, she is working as a coordinator of internal training at the IT company 'ecom.tech'. The graduate started working on her career back at the university—when she joined the Career Centre and then was hired at 'Setters Education'. We talked to Aleksandra about her studies and career path in the sphere of online education.

'Today Was a Very Happy and Nostalgic Day': How the Main Celebration of HSE University-St Petersburg Graduates Went

'Today Was a Very Happy and Nostalgic Day': How the Main Celebration of HSE University-St Petersburg Graduates Went
On June 30, HSE University-St Petersburg gathered almost 5000 guests at KSK 'Arena' for the main event of this summer—graduation 2024. Bachelor's and master's students were congratulated by their friends and family, professors and faculty deans as well as HSE University-St Petersburg trustees. The diplomas of HSE University-St Petersburg were awarded to more than 1400 people, and 280 of them received the diplomas with honours. Find out what we will remember this festive day for in the article.

From Political Science to Gamedev Company: Daniil Kornev on His Studies of Game Analysis and Why Political Scientists Need Python

From Political Science to Gamedev Company: Daniil Kornev on His Studies of Game Analysis and Why Political Scientists Need Python
Daniil Kornev is a 2022 graduate of the Bachelor’s programme 'Political Science and World Politics'. Now, he is studying in the campus master's programme in UX-analytics and working at a gamedev company as a head of data analysis direction. We talked to Daniil about how programming helped political scientists, which thesis topic could help you find a career to your liking and how computer games were related to political science.

'It Was the Only Company I Applied for': Egor Akimov on His Work at 'Tinkoff' and Career Consultations for Students

'It Was the Only Company I Applied for': Egor Akimov on His Work at 'Tinkoff' and Career Consultations for Students
Egor Akimov, a graduate of the Bachelor's programme 'International Business and Management', made the start of his career already during his studentship. He was accepted for an internship at 'Ozon', started working in the company and then became a product manager at 'Tinkoff'. To make it easier for students to take first career steps, he created the project 'Alumni Advice' where one can get consultations about work with HSE University-St Petersburg graduates. Find out what Egor shared about his career and the advantages of 'Alumni Advice'.

From Ozon to Tinkoff: Graduate of the Bachelor's in Economics Talks about His Work as an Analyst

From Ozon to Tinkoff: Graduate of the Bachelor's in Economics Talks about His Work as an Analyst
Alexander Senatorov graduated from the Bachelor's in Economics in 2022. However, he already started his career as an analyst during his student years, first by winning an internship at Ozon Camp and then becoming a junior marketing analyst. After graduation, Alexander took an interest in product analytics. After six interviews, he joined the gamification team at Tinkoff. Find out about his career path in this article.