Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics

Information Systems Department

Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics (KhNUE) is a leading Ukrainian university recognized for its focus on entrepreneurship, digital innovation, inclusion, and global engagement. Serving 8,000 students with the support of 485 faculty members, KhNUE offers 61 programs and 12 PhD tracks across economics, IT, management, and education.

KhNUE is highly active internationally, engaging with networks such as the European University Association (EUA), the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF), ERCIS, AEBR, and OECD. Its participation in projects: Horizon 2020, Erasmus+, and Creative Spark underlines its commitment to research, innovation, and cross-border collaboration.

The university’s innovation ecosystem is a cornerstone of its mission. Facilities such as the Startup Center, FabLab, Media and STEM Labs, and the Social Entrepreneurship Hub provide students and faculty with hands-on opportunities to develop creative, technological, and socially impactful solutions. This practical approach ensures graduates are equipped to drive entrepreneurship and innovation in diverse sectors.

KhNUE also champions sustainability, inclusion, and social responsibility. Its activities promote the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), gender equality, and community-based cultural initiatives. Through research, teaching, and outreach, the university nurtures responsible, forward-thinking leaders who are capable of making a meaningful impact both locally and globally.

By combining high-quality academic programs, a vibrant innovation environment, and strong international partnerships, KhNUE has established itself as a hub of knowledge, creativity, and entrepreneurship in Ukraine. Its commitment to digital advancement, inclusive education, and societal impact positions the university as a key driver of economic, technological, and cultural development.

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Prof. Dr. Iryna Zolotaryova

Activities

Leveraging Information Technology for Modern Society

Research

The project outlines methodologies for utilizing digital technologies to analyze customer responses to marketing campaigns. A novel technology for designing web applications aimed at educating users about cyberstalking prevention techniques is proposed.

ERASMUS Jean Monnet 2024 – The EU cyber standardization strategy for connectivity and digital infrastructure: Experience for Ukraine

Research

The project focuses on connectivity and resilient digital infrastructure across various sectors of the digital society, encouraging the adaptation of IT services development, academia, and the management of IT companies to align with modern European standards.

ERASMUS 2023 DigiUni – Digital University – Open Ukrainian Initiative

Research

The project is initiated to create an inclusive digital educational ecosystem in Ukraine to ensure continuous, high-quality, inclusive, and transparent education, regardless of the student’s location, with the use of existing digital innovations in the field of education and the understandable paradigm of involving future innovations.

European University Alliance BAUHAUS4EU

Research

The European University Alliance BAUHAUS4EU builds on the New European Bauhaus (NEB) initiative, embracing its core values of sustainability, aesthetics, and participation. The project fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, connecting universities, researchers, and communities across Europe to co-create innovative solutions that are environmentally responsible, socially inclusive, and visually inspiring. By integrating research, education, and societal engagement, BAUHAUS4EU translates the NEB vision into tangible projects, promoting a future where sustainable development and cultural creativity go hand in hand.