Scientific Seminar and Presentation of PhD Thesis on topic «The Foreign Trade Potential of the National Economy in the Context of Globalization Theoretical and Methodological Dimension»
On Мay 18, 2026, a scientific seminar of IEMSHD Department was held under the chairmanship of Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Volodymyr Bilоtserkivets. The seminar featured the public presentation of scientific findings from the doctoral dissertation of postgraduate student Vitalii Zhmurenko, prepared under the supervision of Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Olena Zavhorodnia.
The Thesis, titled "Foreign Trade Potential of National Economy in the context of Globalization: Theoretical and Methodological Dimension", submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Specialty 051 – Economics.
During the discussion, it was noted that the results obtained deepen scientific understanding of the reproduction, development and commercialization of the Foreign Trade Potential (FTP) of national economies; develop methodological and analytical tools for assessing the FTP of national economies and their positioning in the global network of trade relations; contribute to increasing the efficiency of management decisions regarding the implementation of foreign trade activities and trade policy. The focus of practical recommendations is the justification of priority directions of state policy regarding the development of the FTP of Ukraine and strengthening its competitive positions in world markets.
Following the results of the seminar, it was emphasized that the dissertation is a completed work performed individually, in which a relevant scientific and applied task is solved at a high scientific level. The participants of the meeting separately highlighted the logicality, structure, and terminological clarity of the report, as well as the ability to lead a discussion and defend one's own scientific position, which confirms the applicant's maturity as a established scientist.
The seminar concluded with a unanimous decision that the work fully complies with the requirements of CMU Resolution No. 44. Consequently, the dissertation was officially recommended for defense before a one-time specialized academic council.
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