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JOBS TO BE DONE methodology: the customer buys not what you are selling

JOBS TO BE DONE methodology: the customer buys not what you are selling
On April 18, Darina Starshinova, Director of Strategic Marketing at "Lenta," gave a guest lecture for students of the Educational Program "International Bachelor's in Business and Economics". With a decade of experience in FMCG and retail, Darina is a top-notch specialist in identifying customer needs and in the ability to make customers fall in love with brand products. How others do it and how Darina does it – you may read next in our article.

Bank Management in Practice: Guest Lecture by Alexander Vyalkov for International Bachelor’s Students

Bank Management in Practice: Guest Lecture by Alexander Vyalkov for International Bachelor’s Students
On April 18, students of the International Bachelor’s Programme in Business and Economics at HSE University – St. Petersburg had the opportunity to attend a guest lecture by Alexander Vyalkov, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board at Bank Saint Petersburg. The event was held as part of the Finance Theory course and focused on contemporary approaches to bank management.

DODO´s success insights from first-hand accounts

DODO´s success insights from first-hand accounts
Success stories inspire ambitious goals and actions. When entrepreneurs, businessmen and top managers share their stories, you live their journey with them. Academic Director Natalia Khazieva invited Yuri Kostin, Partner-Franchisee of DODO BRANDS, to give a master class for students of the International Bachelor in Business and Economics program on April 12 and talk about his space development in the company, approaches to team building and employee motivation, as well as what importance psychology and thinking have in a career.

‘Turning Creativity into Business' Masterclass to Support Young Creative Entrepreneurs at HSE University–St Petersburg

‘Turning Creativity into Business' Masterclass to Support Young Creative Entrepreneurs at HSE University–St Petersburg
Anastasiia Isakova, Creative Director of Beyond Taylor, will conduct a masterclass for the 'Turning Creativity into Business' project on April 14, 2025. The event aims to serve as a launchpad for young creative entrepreneurs at HSE University–St Petersburg.

From general to specific: from general management theory to real company cases

From general to specific: from general management theory to real company cases
Guest lecture on the topic “Supply chain management and Operational production planning of enterprises" was successfully held as part of the discipline “General Management” at the Higher School of Economics in Saint Petersburg for the 1st-year students of the International Bachelor's Degree in Business and Economics. 

Global Classrooms: Continuing Collaboration between HSE – St. Petersburg and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)

Global Classrooms: Continuing Collaboration between HSE – St. Petersburg and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
In February and March, the Institute of Continuing Professional Education, the School of Economics and Management, HSE St. Petersburg, and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University Polytechnic University (PolyU) participated in international project the Global Classroom, which aims to conduct joint classes for various universities in online format, which allows them to gain experience in communicating with representatives of different countries, as well as to find out which issues in business and society are currently most relevant for different countries and how they are being resolved.

A Real Case, Real Investments, and a Global Professor: Guest Lecture by Professor Mikhail Munenzon

A Real Case, Real Investments, and a Global Professor: Guest Lecture by Professor Mikhail Munenzon
On Monday, March 31, students of the Master’s in Finance program had the chance to attend a dynamic guest lecture by Professor Mikhail Munenzon from Illinois Wesleyan University (USA). But this was more than just a lecture — it was a hands-on workshop where finance theory met real-world practice, and investment decisions felt strikingly real.

Career Center Involvement in Mentorship Seminar for First-year Students

Career Center Involvement in Mentorship Seminar for First-year Students
A meeting with representatives of the Career Development Center at HSE University in St. Petersburg was conducted in March 2025 via mentorship seminars. The session provided valuable insights into the career opportunities available for students and how the university supports professional growth.

International Workshop "AI in Finance" with Symbiosis School of Economics (India)

International Workshop "AI in Finance" with Symbiosis School of Economics (India)
On March 17, 2025, HSE University – St. Petersburg hosted the international workshop "AI in Finance". We described how it was held in the article.

‘Trend Tetris’: HSE University-St Petersburg and Alexandrinsky Theatre Hold Fifth CIBA Conference

‘Trend Tetris’: HSE University-St Petersburg and Alexandrinsky Theatre Hold Fifth CIBA Conference
The New Stage of the Alexandrinsky Theatre hosted the fifth annual CIBA conference, organised by professors and students of the Master's programme 'Arts and Culture Management' at HSE University-St Petersburg. More than 300 participants, including students, creative experts, entrepreneurs, and representatives of cultural institutions, attended the event.