Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Development Trends of Socio-economic Processes, Business Management and Economics
Course Code
DN_195
Branch of Science
Economics and Business
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Business Management; Management Science; Marketing and Advertising
LQF
Level 8
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Santa Bormane
Structure Unit Manager
Dace Bandere
Structural Unit
Department of Doctoral Studies
Contacts
Riga, 16 Dzirciema Street, dn@rsu.lv, +371 67409120
About Study Course
Objective
To create an in-depth understanding of the problems of modern socio-economic processes in the world, strengthening the promotion of scientific excellence and research at RSU and Latvia in business management and economics.
Preliminary Knowledge
Current developments in microeconomics and macroeconomics; theory of necessity, methods of conducting business; foundations of entrepreneurship and marketing. Master’s level experience in research in social sciences.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Doctoral students at doctoral level of science know and understand the most up-to-date scientific theories and insights in business management and economics.
Individual work and tests
Draft design and methodology of a scientific Article/publication, for providing feedback
2.Doctoral students at doctoral level of science manage research methodology and modern research methods in business management and economics.
Individual work and tests
Draft design and methodology of a scientific Article/publication, for providing feedback
Skills
1.Doctoral students are able to independently evaluate and choose methods appropriate to scientific research.
Individual work and tests
Selection of data for quantitative data processing, calculation, interpretation
2.Doctoral students are able to independently identify, formulate and explain a scientifically unique research idea
Individual work and tests
Draft design and methodology of a scientific Article/publication, for providing feedback • Part of the conclusions for the draft version of the scientific Article (conclusions/future directions section)
Competences
1.Doctoral students are able to independently raise the idea of a study, create and justify new approaches.
Individual work and tests
Selection and submission of samples of scientific articles/publications for discussion on the formulation of research problems and tasks
2.Doctoral students, by critically analysing and synthesising, are able to innovatively address research tasks of the business management and economic sectors, including by taking care of the transfer and application of knowledge in practice in the business management and economic sectors.
Individual work and tests
Submission of scientific article draft
3.Doctoral students, through independent, critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation, are able to address significant research challenges, including in an interdisciplinary perspective.
Individual work and tests
Part of the conclusions for the draft version of the scientific Article (conclusions/future directions section)
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Selection and submission of samples of scientific articles/publications for discussion on the formulation of research problems and tasks |
5.00% from total grade
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Test
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2.
Selection of data for quantitative data processing, calculation, interpretation |
15.00% from total grade
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Test
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3.
Part of the conclusions for the draft version of the scientific Article (conclusions/future directions section) |
15.00% from total grade
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Test
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Draft design and methodology of a scientific Article/publication, for providing feedback |
30.00% from total grade
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10 points
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2.
Submission of scientific article draft |
35.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Course introduction. The current problem of socio-economic processes, including within the framework of theories. Research methodology, design.
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Auditorium
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Course introduction. The current problem of socio-economic processes, including within the framework of theories. Research methodology, design.
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Off site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Economic evaluation of health promotion initiatives: cost-benefit analysis in Latvia. Research problems and formulation of tasks.
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Auditorium
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Economic evaluation of health promotion initiatives: cost-benefit analysis in Latvia. Research problems and formulation of tasks.
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Off site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Social and environmental components of sustainable development, their interaction and influencing factors. Quantitative data analysis, interpretation of empirical data.
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Auditorium
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2
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Social and environmental components of sustainable development, their interaction and influencing factors. Quantitative data analysis, interpretation of empirical data.
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Auditorium
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Topics
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Presentation of practical work of doctoral students (design of scientific article/publication, methodology). Discussion.
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Auditorium
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Presentation of practical work of doctoral students (design of scientific article/publication, methodology). Discussion.
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Auditorium
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Guest lecture on research tools
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Auditorium
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Guest lecture on research tools
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Auditorium
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2
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Economic evaluation of new health technologies: Health Technology assessment (HTA) as support for decision-making
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Economic evaluation of new health technologies: Health Technology assessment (HTA) as support for decision-making
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Auditorium
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Economic and governance components of sustainable development, their interaction and influencing factors. Part of the conclusions of the scientific article, defining the future research direction.
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Off site
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Auditorium
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Topics
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Economic and governance components of sustainable development, their interaction and influencing factors. Part of the conclusions of the scientific article, defining the future research direction.
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Auditorium
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Presentation of the final version of scientific article/publication). Discussion.
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Presentation of the final version of scientific article/publication). Discussion.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Organizing Sustainable Development. Eds.: Aneta Kuzniarska, Karolina Mania, Monika Jedynak, 2024, Routledge Taylor & Francis Group, -270 p.Suitable for English stream
2.
Gurtina, P., & Bormane, S. (2024). Managing Social Responsibility for Health: Challenges in Using Digital Marketing for the Promotion of Paid Services of Healthcare Institutions. Eurasian Studies in Business and Economics; Vol. 28, pp. 95-108Suitable for English stream
3.
Strategic Management. From Theory to Practice. 2nd Edition. Allen C. Amason and Andrew Ward, 2020, Routledge, -342 p.Suitable for English stream
4.
Circular Economy. Challenges and Opportunities for Ethical and Sustainable Business. 1st Edition. Eds.: Helen Kopnina and Kim Poldner, 2021, Routledge, -254 p.Suitable for English stream
5.
Creating Business and Corporate Strategy. An Integrated Strategic System. 1st Edition. Adyl Aliekperov, 2021, Routledge, -132 p.Suitable for English stream
6.
Praktiskais LEAN / Sandis Babris, Henrijs Kaļķis, Mārtiņš Pikšs, Vladislavs Sorokins. 2021, Rīga: Biznesa efektivitātes asociācija, -325. lpp (latviešu plūsmai)
Additional Reading
1.
Bormane, S., & Tiunčika, L. (2024). MEASUREMENT OF SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP – BENEFITS IN A BREEZE: A REVIEW. In Annual 30th International Scientific Conference "Research for Rural Development 2024": Proceeding (Vol. 39, pp. 101-107). (RESEARCH FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT; Vol. 39). Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies. https://doi.org/10.22616/RRD.30.2024.017Suitable for English stream
2.
Bormane, S., Sloka, B., & Skiltere, D. (2023). Sustainable consumption and waste management. In L. Malinovska (Ed.), 22nd International Scientific Conference "Engineering for Rural Development" : Proceedings (Vol. 22, pp. 937-942). (Engineering for Rural Development). Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies. https://doi.org/10.22616/ERDev.2023.22.TF185Suitable for English stream
3.
Berke-Berga, A., Dovladbekova, I., Urbane, M. Analysis of Push and Pull Factors for Starting Business in Latvia. – European Studies, vol.8, no1, 2021, 148-160 p.Suitable for English stream
4.
Braslina, L., Batraga, A., Legzdina, A., Salkovska, J., Kalkis, H., Skiltere, D., & Bormane, S. (2020). Barriers to the Development of Regional Competitiveness in the Context of Regional Economies - EU, Latvia, Region Vidzeme Case Study. In J. I. Kantola, S. Nazir, & V. Salminen (Eds.), Advances in Human Factors, Business Management and Leadership - Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing; Vol. 1209 AISCSuitable for English stream
5.
Salkovska, J., et al. Four Conceptual Perspectives of Innovation Components. Published by Springer in the series of Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing (AISC), Vol.961, 2020, USA, 72-82 p.Suitable for English stream
6.
Cekuls, A. The impact of remote work on team and risk management/ A. Cekuls. (Environmental Economics) // 2020th International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference (SGEM 2020), Albena, Bulgaria. Conference Proceedings N 5.2. 2020, 587-594 p.Suitable for English stream
7.
Kalkis, H., et al. Advances in Physical, Social & Occupational Ergonomics. USA: Springer, Cham, 2021, XVII, -521 p.Suitable for English stream
8.
Muravska, T., Dyomkin, D. Proof positive? Testing the Universal Basic Income as a Post-Covid New Normal: The Cases of the Baltic and Canada, Journal Global Policy and Governance; 10(1):3-22, 2021. p. 3- 22.Suitable for English stream
Other Information Sources
1.
Health Policy and Planning, The journal of health policy and systems researchSuitable for English stream
2.
International institutions and Think Tanks. Building up resilience to cross-border health threats. Moving towards a European health Union, 2021, Think Tank, European ParliamentSuitable for English stream
3.
European Industrial Strategy. European CommissionSuitable for English stream
4.
Hedberg, A., Sipka, S. Building a Circular Economy: The Role of Information Transfer. The European Policy Centre (EPC), 2012Suitable for English stream