FOR ENGLISH-SPEAKING GUESTS OF THE CONFERENCE
EVENTS SCHEDULE
November 13
Economics Track
Business Program of the Conference
09:30 - 13:00 Main Plenary Session — Russian Regions amid Economic Transformation
The plenary session will be streamed online. The access link will be provided soon.
Venue: Multifunctional Center, 7 Universiady St., А-509, Conference Hall
Working language: Russian with simultaneous English translation
Discussion Context:
The global economy is undergoing the most profound transformation in recent decades. Russia is adapting to new realities by building a renewed framework of relations with countries in the Global South. Key priorities include export expansions, independent transport corridors, and strategic import substitution. Yet these measures alone are not sufficient to secure sustainable growth. Today’s Russian economic agenda calls for a new quality of the investment climate – from advanced infrastructure and modern communications to effective mechanisms for supporting development projects. It also demands new technological and institutional value chains to enable large-scale adoption of AI and robotics across domestic industries. Equally important are targeted initiatives to train specialists in high-demand fields and boost productivity in key sectors.
Working language: Russian with simultaneous English translation
Discussion Context:
The global economy is undergoing the most profound transformation in recent decades. Russia is adapting to new realities by building a renewed framework of relations with countries in the Global South. Key priorities include export expansions, independent transport corridors, and strategic import substitution. Yet these measures alone are not sufficient to secure sustainable growth. Today’s Russian economic agenda calls for a new quality of the investment climate – from advanced infrastructure and modern communications to effective mechanisms for supporting development projects. It also demands new technological and institutional value chains to enable large-scale adoption of AI and robotics across domestic industries. Equally important are targeted initiatives to train specialists in high-demand fields and boost productivity in key sectors.
Key Topics for Discussion:
- Analyzing global macroeconomic trends and their impact on Russia’s economy
- Defining long-term challenges and priorities for regional development in Greater Ural 2050
- Creating the conditions for a technological breakthrough
- Addressing labor shortages and raising productivity
- Stimulating investment and ensuring a stable business environment
Experts:
- Gleb Arkhangelsky, Business Consultant, Founder of the Russian School of Time Management
- Maria Glukhova, Executive Vice President, Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP)
- Dmitry Kalinichenko, Owner, Ural TurboMechanic and Metal Structures Plant
- Andrey Klepach, Chief Economist, VEB.RF
- Li Zhonghai, Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (IEERCAS CASS); Chief Editor, TheStudiesonRussia,Eastern EuropeandCentral Asia
- Natalia Orlova, Chief Economist, Alfa-Bank
- Sergey Roshchin, Vice-Rector, HSE University
- Marsel Salikhov, President, Institute for Energy and Finance
- Vladimir Salnikov, Deputy General Director, Center for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting
- Artem Shadrin, Director, Institute for Socio-Economic Design, HSE University
- Dmitry Tolmachev, Director, Graduate School of Economics and Management (UrFU); Director, Analytical Center Expert
- Natalya Zubarevich, Professor, Moscow State University
16.30 – 17.30 Masterclass — Time Management for Bold Projects: Lessons from the 19th Century for Breakthroughs in the 21st
Working language: Russian with simultaneous English translation
Gleb Arkhangelsky is a leading Russian expert on time management and the founder of the national school of corporate time management.
In his new book, The Russian Industrial Revolution: Managerial Lessons from the First Half of the 19th Century, Arkhangelsky uncovers unique management mechanisms that enabled Russia, during its first wave of industrialization, to join the ranks of the world’s top five industrial powers.
This historical experience is highly relevant today, as Russia seeks technological sovereignty and global competitiveness. In this process, Arkhangelsky argues, it is essential to rediscover the nation’s managerial heritage – its unique “management DNA”.
In his new book, The Russian Industrial Revolution: Managerial Lessons from the First Half of the 19th Century, Arkhangelsky uncovers unique management mechanisms that enabled Russia, during its first wave of industrialization, to join the ranks of the world’s top five industrial powers.
This historical experience is highly relevant today, as Russia seeks technological sovereignty and global competitiveness. In this process, Arkhangelsky argues, it is essential to rediscover the nation’s managerial heritage – its unique “management DNA”.
Key Topics:
- Pioneering 19th-century managers who led Russia to industrial leadership, and why their names are little known today
- Major “managerial” case studies of that era, both successful and unsuccessful, and the lessons they hold for modern leaders
- Core insights and characteristics of the national management model that can be drawn from these historical cases
November 14
Education Track
10:00 – 12:00 Plenary Session — Friends or Foes for Business Education: Digitalisation and Corporate Education
The plenary session will be streamed online. The access link will be provided soon.
Venue: UrFU, 19 Mira St., Room T-212
Working language: English
Discussion Context:
Working language: English
Discussion Context:
The digital economy, the rise of artificial intelligence, and the globalization of business are transforming the way companies operate, creating both new challenges and new opportunities. To stay competitive, organizations need specialists with strong skills in digital technologies, risk management, and international collaboration. This, in turn, calls for fresh approaches to employee training and development that align with today’s labor market demands.
Business schools, especially those working with international partners, play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of leaders. They design programs that balance global best practices with the realities of the Russian market. Yet the key question remains: which competencies matter most today, and which learning formats will prove most relevant tomorrow?This plenary session explores evolving trends in the demand for business education in an era defined by digital transformation, sustainability goals, and new models of international cooperation. The discussion will highlight strategies for adapting programs to current needs, showcase effective practices in talent development, and outline priorities for the future of academic and corporate education.
Global research confirms that employers increasingly seek professionals who can analyze big data, manage change, and work effectively across borders. Against this backdrop, the role of business schools in developing these competencies – and in shaping the future of corporate learning – is more critical than ever.
Key Topics for Discussion:
- How is demand for business education evolving among Russian companies?
- Which competencies define effective leaders and managers in today’s environment?
- What can Russian and international business schools learn from each other in designing educational programs?
- What new opportunities are emerging for joint projects with leading global universities and corporations?
- How are business schools expanding their partnership offerings for corporate clients?
- Where can professionals gain the strongest expertise in digital leadership and international expansion?
- Which approaches best measure the effectiveness of corporate education programs?
- What lies ahead for corporate learning amid continuing economic and social change?
Experts:
- Dr. Soumaya Askri, Head of International Business and Marketing, Canadian University in Dubai (UAE)
- Prof. Sudhanshu Bhatt, Director of University Relations, Sanjivani University (India)
- Larisa Bogdanova, President, Association of Recruiting Agencies; Director, IBC HR Agency
- Marat Ismagulov, HR Director and Member of the Management Board, Alfa-Bank
- Sergey Myasoedov, Vice-Rector, RANEPA; Director, IBDA RANEPA
- Dr. (Ar.) Atul Kumar Singla, Principal Architect, IDEARCH; Chief Architect, Lovely Professional University; Executive Dean, Lovely School of Architecture & Design (India)
- Natalia Shumkova, Deputy Director, Graduate School of Business, HSE University
- Dmitry Tolmachev, Director, Graduate School of Economics and Management, Ural Federal University
- Andrey Tukh, Head of Educational Projects, SKB Kontur
November 12-15
Academic Track: Research Sessions
Nov 12, 10:40 — International Trade and Entrepreneurship in Multicrises Time
Chair: Sergey Polbitsyn
Working languages: Russian/English
On-site: 13B Lenina St., room 205
Working languages: Russian/English
On-site: 13B Lenina St., room 205
Nov 12, 13:00 — Government Support of Economic and Spatial Development
Chair: Irina Turgel
Working languages: Russian/English
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Working languages: Russian/English
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Nov 12, 14:00 — Structural Changes in the Global Economy: Instrumental Analysis Methods
Chairs: Svetlana Balashova, Galina Vasilyeva
Working languages: Russian/English
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Working languages: Russian/English
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Nov 14, 14:00 — Global Challenges of Regional Economic Development in an Era of Uncertainty, Fragmentation of International Trade and Mass Adoption of Artificial Intelligence
Chair: Irina Baskakova
Working languages: Russian/English
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On-site: 19 Mira St., room ГУК-110
Working languages: Russian/English
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On-site: 19 Mira St., room ГУК-110
Nov 14, 15:00 — Current Challenges of Economic Science
Chairs: Anna Dyachkova, Irina Shorokhova
Working languages: Russian/English
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On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-538
Working languages: Russian/English
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On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-538
Nov 15, 08:30 — Breakthrough Technologies in Human Resource Management
Chairs: Galina Ismagilova, Elena Lysenko
Working languages: Russian/English
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Working languages: Russian/English
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Nov 15, 10:00 — Global Challenges for Companies and Industries: From Constraints to Opportunities
Chair: Lyudmila Ruzhanskaya
Working languages: Russian/English
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On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-503
Working languages: Russian/English
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On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-503
Nov 15, 10:15 — Fiscal Regulators of Socio-Economic Development of Territories
Chair: Igor Mayburov
Working languages: Russian/English
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Working languages: Russian/English
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Nov 15, 11:00 — Global Economy: Sustainable Development and Digitalization of Foreign Economic Activity
Chair: Zhanna Belyaeva
Working languages: Russian/English
On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-502
Working languages: Russian/English
On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-502
Nov 15, 12:00 — Migration Processes and Intercultural Communications in Context of Global Challenges
Chairs: Elena Bedrina, Tamara Kuprina
Working languages: Russian/English
On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-527б
Working languages: Russian/English
On-site: 19 Mira St., room И-527б
Nov 15, 12:00 — Ensuring Social Reliability of Regions in Conditions of Geo-Economic Fragmentation: Social Policy and Human Capital Development Practices
Chairs: Ilya Chernenko, Veronika Zemzyulina
Working languages: Russian/English
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Working languages: Russian/English
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Session held within the framework of the Russian Science Foundation grant No. 23-78-10165 (https://rscf.ru/project/23-78-10165/)
Nov 15, 14:00 — Modeling Economic Processes Using Econometric and Statistical Methods
Chairs: Oleg Mariev, Azamat Valei
Working languages: Russian/English
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