Economics (Sustainable economics and regional development) Latvian University of Life Sciences and Technologies (2+2)

The Economics (Sustainable Economy and Regional Development) joint study program is a higher education program aimed at studying the principles of sustainable economic development, taking into account regional characteristics. The program includes theories and models of sustainable development, methods of analysis of economic processes at the regional level, as well as tools for regional development planning and management.

Bachelor's training in Economics (Sustainable Economy and Regional Development) is carried out in full-time education in the form of 2+2 (2 years in Uzbekistan and 2 years in Latvia). Training is organized on the basis of the credit-module system.

Academic profile

This program aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become economists ready and competitive in national and international labor markets. The curriculum consists of compulsory courses, elective courses and practical training, and provides students with the following knowledge:

• analytical skills and knowledge to understand economic conditions at the micro and macro level;
• the ability to analyze and critically evaluate the interrelationships of processes and factors in the management of agrarian and environmental economics or business processes;
• understand decision-making and rational and sustainable management of resources;
• an interest in research activities and an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning

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Career opportunities

This joint program opens various professional opportunities for the student. By acquiring knowledge of agricultural economics, environmental economics, and business process management, the student will have a broad outlook on business processes in various fields and will be able to assess market situations, organize and manage comprehensive entrepreneurship, and implement innovative management ideas in rural and urban areas. will have the opportunity to increase.

A bachelor's degree entitles graduates to continue their studies at relevant master's degrees at universities in Latvia or abroad.

Graduates of this program can work in various fields that require knowledge and skills in the field of sustainable development and regional economy. Some of the possible jobs for graduates include:

• State bodies and municipalities involved in regional development planning and management.
• Research institutes and think tanks engaged in the analysis and evaluation of economic processes on a regional scale.
• Companies and organizations working in the field of sustainable development and regional development consulting.
• Non-profit organizations and foundations participating in projects of sustainable development of regions and socio-economic development.
• Educational institutions and centers implementing educational programs and projects in the field of sustainable development.

Graduates are employed in agricultural enterprises, banking and financial sector companies, state institutions, scientific and research organizations, and private companies in the Republic of Latvia.

Salaries for graduates are average, depending on their level of experience, specialization, size and type of organization, the salary level for specialists in this field can be from 2,500 to 3,000 euros per month.

A bachelor's degree entitles graduates to continue their studies at relevant master's degrees at universities in Latvia, Uzbekistan or other countries abroad.