Modern Management in the Era of Globalization – An Indicator for Dynamic Society

Author(s): Mirko Tripunoski,Fisnik Ferati,Borche Sibinovski / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

In a modern-global world, the role of the organization is performed by working in a business environment which is a complex structure made up of internal and external elements. Today the functioning and the performances of the organizations are determined by the modern business environment. The information about the trends and the characteristics of today's global business environment are the starting point in the process of decision-making and achieving goals. Through frequent and systematic exploration of the environment, organizations identify their internal strengths and weaknesses as well as external opportunities and threats. By using the information available, the organizations strive to activate their power effectively, thus eliminating the weaknesses and seizing the opportunities, avoiding the obstacles and the external threats. Modern business environment nowadays is changing constantly and rapidly by exposing the organizations to new challenges, such as global competition, rapid technological development, demographic changes, diversification of the workforce and many others. We are witnesses of today’s global economic crisis and the negative consequences it has on all national economies, as well as many organizations, both national and multinational. Within modern dynamic society, the organizations must adapt to the global changes and conditions in this turbulent business environment, because both their success and their existence are depending on it. It is therefore required to apply the modern management practices in the organizations and use the new organizational forms and structural solutions, which are flexible enough as well as adaptable. Modern organizations today are continuously exposed to changes and are increasingly losing the traditional pyramid structure at the expense of the horizontal one. Regardless of the constant changes and challenges, the main bearers of all activities in the business environment are still the humans. With their knowledge, skills and abilities they are an important factor for the implementation and development of the modern management practices.

Change Management, A Factor for Development of International Business in The Business Environment

Author(s): Aleksandar Nikolovski,Lazar Arsovski,Maia Tripunoska / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The existence of effective, professional and independent managers is of crucial importance for the development of modern change management, an appropriate response to the modern management challenges and implementation of the practices of modern management, thus creating the conditions for the development of the economy and the public sector. The managers are the ones who direct the functioning of their organization in accordance with the strategy and accomplishment of the company’s goals. Today’s environment is becoming more and more diverse and complex to govern, especially for the real global managers. As business is becoming more and more globalized, there is a necessity for more global managers, who act globally, that do not merely deal with the professional goals, but also with the cultural differences and the human interactions at the workplace; they need to keep under control the cultural differences. Managing i.e. governing the employees from different cultural backgrounds means that they should keep pace with the production. Managing the differences of the cultures in different environments in which they work requires a great deal of pressure over them which is why it is necessary to develop certain qualities in order to be a successful change manager. In order to be successful in today’s global economy, managers need to be prepared to do business all around the world. International businesses have activities, partners, alliances and senior managers which represent every global region.

Управление на рисковете, свързани със заинтересованите лица, в поделения на международни компании в България или местни компании с чуждо участие

Author(s): Zhelyazko Valchev / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The article reviews risk management conducted by stakeholders in affiliations of foreign companies in Bulgaria or local companies with foreign participation. Author defines what is risk and cites various factors determining the risk level for a company. The research aims at presenting good practices in risk mitigation and risk management related to the companies’ stakeholders. The second objective of the research is to review some specifics in the acquisition of affiliations in Bulgaria or involvement from international shareholders in the local companies – transition from socialism to capitalism, privatization and supranational factors such as the Bulgarian membership in the EU. The third goal of this research is to analyze the business activity of some of the prominent companies in Bulgaria owned by international groups or those who attracted foreign direct investments. In conclusion, author summarizes the data analyzed in the research and defines main trends and observations through the prism of the international business, international management and corporate governance.

Етапи на професионалната компетентност на туристическия екскурзовод

Author(s): Zachary Dechev / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

This paper presents the formal dimensions, criteria and possible construction stages in the development of the professional competence of a tourist guide. The first stage - primary professional competence, focuses on professional orientation and acquired professional training and education. The second stage - secondary professional competence, refers to the practical implementation of the tour guide profession, increasing the basic training and additional postgraduate qualification.

Дигиталната парадигма в обучението и новите медии

Author(s): Zheneta Karavasileva / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The ability to choose, find and use information in today's internet society learns early years of the young digital generation. For this family, school and society are responsible for education and culture of the younger generation in an electronic environment where the world is seen on the computer screen or other electronic device. Education must be adapted to their thinking and perception of knowledge. At the same time to build a thinking person in today's online environment needed clear criteria for e-learning and access to electronic information.

Колективното трудово договаряне - важен аспект на корпоративното управление за устойчиво образование и професионална квалификация

Author(s): Emiliya Markova / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The theme focuses on the social dialogue and his main forms – collective bargaining – as an opportunity to realize better education and professional qualification of the human resources. Based on the current review of the status, issues and good practices in the sector and existing sectoral and collective agreements, accept the necessary changes. Are suggested steps to promote the relations between business, education, social partners, etc., aimed at forming a modern corporate policies and strategies for education and qualification.

Държавна политика в областта на здравеопазването и мястото на фондовете на ЕС при нейното провеждане

Author(s): Stoyan Neytchev / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

This report performs a brief overview and analysis of the state policy of Bulgaria in the field of health and the place, role and contribution of the funds of the European Union (EU) in its implementation. For this purpose is prepared synthesized overview of the main problems in this area, short- and long-term measures that institutions take to overcome or minimize the negative manifestation having a direct and immediate impact on the social and health status of the population. In addition are displayed the main areas in health care being financed with EU funds. The report outlines the role of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) in Bulgaria in the healthcare sphere as part of the Structural Funds and the Cohesion Fund in the 2007-2013 programming period, as well as the European Structural and Investment Funds 2014-2020 as focus on both operational programs, namely "Regional Development" and "Regions in growth" in the respective programming periods financed by the ERDF.

Социално-икономическите ефекти за Северозападния регион от членството на България в Европейския съюз за периода 2007-2013 г.

Author(s): Silviya Todorova / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The report examines the status and prospects of the Northwestern Region (NWR) planning as a result of Bulgaria's membership in the European Union (EU). This is done by putting the results achieved by the utilization of funds under the EU operational programs for the period 2007-2013. and analysis of key socio-economic indicators for the same period. The objectives of the study are: to establish to what extent membership in community integration influences the development of NWR planning and what are the main problems to achieve better results and a more dynamic growth.

Сравнителен анализ на човешкото развитие на държавите от Икономическата и валутна общност на Централна Африка за периода 2000 – 2013 г.

Author(s): Borislava Galabova / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The object of this study is connected with the problems of human development in the countries from Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC). The report represents the parameters of this development, in statics and dynamics, for the period from the beginning of ХХI century to the present days. This turns to a base for summarizing the current status and standing of the social-economic progress in these six countries. A comparative analysis between the indicators of the studied countries for the period of the last thirteen years is made by usage of economy-analytical method of approach and descriptive statistics. As a result are determined some actual tendencies.

Влияние на организационната култура и връзката с балансираната система от показатели

Author(s): Borislav Ivanov / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

This study considers the organizational culture as a key factor for a particular organization. There is a strong relation between the culture and the application of the Balanced Scorecard methodology. The various aspects of how culture affects an organization, and in particular organizational performance, are reviewed. An overview was also made of the authors who studied issues related to the influence and measurement of the culture. The possible moderators of the culture in an organization are considered. The different types of culture identified by the mentioned authors and questions on how to manage the culture are described.

Предизвикателства пред мениджърите на индустриалните организации в България три години след присъединяването на страната към ЕС

Author(s): Kiril Dimitrov / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The current report analyses the challenges, confronting local industrial companies’ managers and their business decisions during the initial years of Bulgaria’s membership in the EU and under the conditions of the world financial and economic crisis.

Education Response to the World of Work in the Knowledge Society

Author(s): Aleksandra Pejatović,Miomir Despotović / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

We have placed our understanding of knowledge society between the conception of seeing it as a real existing society and the conception of the ideal society we strive for. In the context of knowledge society, the responses of education and training to the needs arising from the influence of contemporary characteristics of the world of work have been considered. The analysis shows that, in parallel with the changes in the world of work, there are also changes occurring in education, that is, the creation of education and training inherent in knowledge society occurs through the process of meeting the needs for learning and knowledge.

The European Capital of Culture Programme and Sustainable Development in a Cross-border Region Case Study

Author(s): Ilie Rădoi / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

For the first time since 1985, the title of ECoC for 2021 had been won by two cities being so close from a geographical point of view. It is a great opportunity for Timișoara and Novi Sad to shape together a region of culture and, meanwhile, to boost cooperation at European and international level. Sustainability is also about a cultural dimension, which has to do with cultural diversity, the cultural vibrancy of a place, cooperation and with preserving and promoting cultural heritage. The purpose of this paper is to identify cultural mechanisms, tools and models that support sustainability in a cross-border region, in the context of ECoC programme. The ultimate goal is to make the local population from Timișoara and Novi Sad surroundings aware of the cultural diversity in Europe and to increase cooperation between the two neighbouring countries.

THE ONTOLOGICAL LEVELS OF SCIENTIFIC THEORIES AND TECHNICAL, ETHICAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRESS

Author(s): Giuseppe Boscarino / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

What I discuss in my paper is the following: Does science deal only with facts? Does ethics deal only with values? It is shown as, in the science progressive working, what is, what has to be, what can be, and what ought to be are interconnected. The rationalistic and humanistic tradition about the way to make science and to teach it can establish a modern progressive education.

Силни и слаби страни на конкурентоспособността на българското стопанство

Author(s): Maria Marikina / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

Competitiveness is an actual and important issue of economic theory and practice. It is a challenge to highlight the current understanding of her, to present and analyze the spectrum of factors underlying her, and to reveal opportunities for implementing policies to manage. The report presents a survey at the macroeconomic level, and the object of the surveys is the competitiveness of the Bulgarian economy. The scientifi c community has an interest in such an understanding, but it would be a good study to explore the strengths and weaknesses of the competitiveness that is the subject of the study. The aim is to make them systematized and serve as a reference for the most appropriate policy. In order to achieve this, the following tasks are envisaged: 1) Identifying and analyzing the essence and basic concepts of the competitiveness ategory at macro level. 2) Analyzing the current competitiveness in Bulgaria. 3) Assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the competitiveness of the Bulgarian economy.4) To formulate conclusions and recommendations for our national competitiveness and possible policy decisions.

Концептуални и специфични измерения на виртуалните екипи

Author(s): Kristian Hadjiev / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

Fundamental factors related to the evolutionary development and functioning of virtual teams have been researched. The context, the prerequisites, the essential characteristics, the advantages and disadvantages of the virtual teams are analyzed in detail. Based on theoretical monitoring, different forms of virtuality, types of virtual teams and typology are defi ned. The reasons for the implementation of virtual teams in organizational practice are explored. Two fundamental factors are identifi ed: globalization and the development of new ICT. The result is the integration of virtual teams into the organizational infrastructure as a tool for managing change and achieving new levels of effi ciency and competitiveness in highly uncertain environments. This requires the development of competences (knowledge and skills) in the fi eld of social relations and communication, confi dence building, new behavior and adapted management leadership to coordinate technologies and processes in a multicultural business environment.

Възможен ли е свят без мечти?

Author(s): Iliana Getova / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

Моята мечта и сън за Сирия

Author(s): Basel Al-Garrui / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

Мечтаем ли правилно?

Author(s): Peter Getov / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

Effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on sport, video game, and tourism industry. Sentiment analysis of press, internet articles, and Twitter data

Author(s): Łukasz Bryl,Justyna Majewska,Szymon Truskolaski / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

Purpose: The chapter examines the extent and level of the pandemic impact on sport, video game, and tourism industry by analyzing the emotional narration of articles related to Covid-19 effects on these industries so as to assess and predict the situation of industries during the pandemic and in the following years, but also to explain sources of positive sentiment for a given industry. Design/methodology/approach: The study provides a sentiment analysis of the global disclosure of the Covid-19 pandemic in the press, online articles, and social media (Twitter) with the use of three independent R packages. The final sample consisted of 142 articles; the oldest was published on January 23, 2020, whereas the newest one on October 14, 2020. Findings: Sentiment analysis revealed that the emotional tinge of the articles is much more positive for video games and soccer than in the case of tourism. In the case of video games and soccer, positive emotions such as “trust” or “anticipation” prevailed over much more common emotions of “fear” and “sadness” used about tourism. The impact of the pandemic was similar for video games and soccer, which was a mixture of negative and positive events. Research limitations/implications: Further research should use other resources such as the mass media or other data sources in addition to social media information and include a long-term analysis divided into stages of the pandemic as reactions and moods have been changing over time. Moreover, the factors influencing the perception of situations in different sectors of the economy should be identified in future research. Practical implications: The use of sentiment analysis shows that such quantification may be performed for new social phenomena before any hard (e.g., financial) data are available. Social implications: An approximation was obtained for quantifying the societal “general feeling” with regards to specific sectors affected by the pandemic. Originality and value: The chapter compares the response to the pandemic crisis of different sectors that reveal the sentiment contributing to the growth or difficulties of a given industry. The use of sentiment analysis enabled us to assess and predict the situation of industries during the pandemic before the hard and comprehensive data will occur.