Research
Since 2018, BA School of Business and Finance has started a program of research grant projects, which is a great support in promoting the research work of lecturers. In total, 14 applications were submitted to the research grant program, of which 11 applications were supported. Research projects supported in 2020
| Nr. | Name | Manager | Participants |
| 1 | Using the idea management system for the development of innovative business | T.Volkova | T.Volkova, E.Miķelsone, A.Spilbergs, E.Lielā, M.Jansons, K.Karolis |
| 2 | Possibilities of improving the OCTA pricing methodology in Latvian non-life insurance companies. | A.Spilbergs | A.Spilbergs, A.Fomins, M.Krastiņš |
| 3 | Modern teaching methods for promoting the development of sustainable thinking of an entrepreneur | K.Lešinskis | K.Lešinskis, Dz.Atstāja, I.Mavļutova, J.Kuzmina, E.Miķelsone, I.Uvarova, I.Pilinieks, L.Karvalju, R.Susniene |
| 4 | Analysis and integration of interdisciplinary conceptual approaches in the process of effective financial literacy policy formation in the era of dynamic development of digital ecosystems | A.Nātriņš | A.Nātriņš, L.Peiseniece, E.Miķelsone, J.Kuzmina, A.Spilbergs |
Research grant projects supported in 2019
| Nr | Name | Manager | Participants |
| 1 | Management of circular economy business models and projects in the Latvian economy | Z.Rascevska | Dz.Atstaja, I.Uvarova, I.Pilinieks, A.Gegere-Zetterstroma, K.Dzerins, D.Roga, I.Cinina, L.Mazberzina, L.Luksevica |
| 2 | Assessment of competence management in the Latvian financial sector | I.Arefjevs | T.Volkova, I.Mavlutova, A.Spilbergs, A.Natrins, A.Verdenhofs |
| 3 | Application of modern teaching methods in business studies in higher education | I.Mavlutova | K.Lesinskis, J.Hermanis, M.Krastins, M.Liogys, J.S.Tirado |
| 4 | How to respond to cyber security incidents faster, cheaper and smarter! | S.Deruma | A.Vladimirova – Krjukova, S.Kamencenko, J.Kano |
Research grant projects supported in 2018
| Nr | Name | Manager | Participants |
| 1 | The impact of information and communication technologies on competence management in the financial sector in the Baltic States | A.Natrins | A.Sarnovics, I.Purins, E.Mikelsone, A.Nikitenko, M.Kirikova |
| 2 | Possibilities of creating a model for measuring, evaluating and managing the financial efficiency of higher education institutions | J.Kuzmina | A.Sarnovics, A.Natrins, A.Ziemele, E.Kivrina, S.Bondare, E.M.N.E.Abu Bakar |
| 3 | Perspectives of the circular economy in the Baltic States | D.Atstaja |
I.Pilinieks, I.Uvarova, I.Cinina, L.Orbidane, H.Siubra, N.Cudecka – Purina;
M.Kale, T.Tombovceva, L.Abele, M.Jarvis, R.Susniene |
Regulations of the BASBF Research Project Grant Program 2020/1 (Attached PDF documents)
| Researchers | Name of the research | Year |
| Doc. Lotars Dubkevics, Doc. Valentina Pavlovska, doktoranti Arturs Barbars un Viktors Turlais | “Intercultural Competency Research on the basis employees evaluation of themselves and managers evaluation” | 2015-2017 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | GREENT SYLLABUS “Green Entrepreneurship Syllabus” Part of the GREENT ProjectFunded by the ERASMUS+ Programme of the European Union | 2016 |
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Research Director Andris Natrins Doc. Kristaps Lesinskis Asoc. Prof. Andris Sarnovics |
“Attractiveness index of Central and Eastern European countries Basic principles of creation for assessing the potential of the wealthy client segment and financial services” |
2015 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | MM&A/Hill + Knowlton Strategies “Bigbank Auto Value Research” | 2015 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | “Application of the assessment approach of ecosystems and the services they provide in the protection and management of natural diversity” | 2014-2018 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | Cross-cultural quantitative research Project SREP „Social responsibility education across Europe” | 2014-2015 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | Nordplus Horizontal project “Business Startups at Baltic Region” | 2014-2015 |
| Prof. Inese Mavļutova | Comenius Project “ Financial Education – Levering the Implementation Efficiency in Schools” | 2014 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstāja | Informative promotion for the promotion of the protection of coastal natural values (Baltic coasts and Environmental Protection Fund) | 2013 |
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Research Director Andris Natrins Asoc. Prof. Andris Sarnovics |
“Riga as an international financial center compared to other financial centers – Luxembourg, Cyprus, Vienna, Tallinn; the impact of financial center strategy and support policy on the development of financial centers” | 2012 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | Economic assessment of deposit system implementation. Project executor: Green freedom, commissioned by VARAM, 2012. (Author’s contract 2012_06_31_1) | 2012 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | LLP/ ERASMUS- Intensive Programmes (IP) „Green Logistics: Trends and Applications for a Sustainable Life-Style- GREENLOG”, 2011-1-TR1-ERA10-27833. Project Partners: Yaşar University (Turkey); University of Macedonia (Greece), Banku Augstskola (Latvia); Politechnika Czestochowska (Poland); Instituto Politecnico de Coimbra (Portugal); Stenden University of Applied Science (The Netherlands) | 2011 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | “Participation in the evaluation of sustainable consumption and production”, the project is implemented within the Action Town project of the EU 7th framework program. | 2011 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | RTU research project no. L 7720 “Overview, expertise and analysis of the risk areas of the city of Jūrmala, in accordance with the interests of the city’s residents and the Development Plan 2011 – 2021.” | 2010-2011 |
| Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | Norway grants project LV0044 Development of environmental science study content and development of study materials | 2009-2011 |
| Prof. Inese Mavlutova | Latvian Science Council project no. 09.1614. “The level of population health, education, well-being and entrepreneurship development in Latvia’s progress towards a knowledge-based society” | 2010-norisinās |
| Tatjana Volkova | Business models and value chains in audiovisual media”, a study within the Baltic Sea region program FIRST MOTION: 2007 – 2013 | 2007-2013 |
Evelina Kalvane, Kristīne Cirule, Janis Kugenieks, Armands Jansons
Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja Evaluation and recommendations of the quality management system in the Emergency Medical Service 2016
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Andris Astahovskis, Iluta Krustina, Margarita Ceka, Sanita Filatova, Zita Romanova
In cooperation with the representative office of the European Commission in Latvia |
Doc. Ugis Zalitis | “Usage of European Union structural fund funding in the field of general education in Rezekne and Rezekne district” | 2016 |
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Davyd Andriyevsky, Marats Gazalijevs, Nina Zilabjana, Anastasija Pavlucenko
In cooperation with the representative office of the European Commission in Latvia |
Doc. Karlis Ketners | “European Union funds in the perception of different social groups in a seaside town” | 2016 |
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Elina Leijere, Ieva Curiska, Kitija Dadzite, Ilze Lapko
In cooperation with VAS “Latvijas Pasts” |
Dr.oec. Elita Liela | OJSC “Latvijas Pasts” opportunities to expand the range of services by using parcels and other non-traditional parcel transfer and delivery channels | 2016 |
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1. Group Sandra Maslobojeva, Linda Jekšēvica, Kristine Hila, Irina Letova, Anete Vitola, Anete Veide-Ivanova
2. Group Kristine Gala, Kristine Malmane, Edgars Vadzitis, Natalja Kurmahina, Dmitrijs Voronovs, Rita Paramonova
3. Group Ance Pukite, Kitija Paliepa, Arnis Bolsakovs, Gvido Sika, Janis Kalis
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Doc. Ugis Zalitis | “Perception of a bank card among Latvian residents” | 2016 |
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1 Zane Berziņa, Sandija Kalniņa, Davis Auksmuksts, Jurgis Smats, Kristaps Tilla
In cooperation with the representative office of the European Commission in Latvia |
Doc. Viktorija Rankevica | “European Union funds in the perception of different groups of society” |
2016 |
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2. Diana Kizlo, Sandra Slokenberga, Zane Laukaleja, Kristiana Keire, Ritvars Lacis
In cooperation with the representative office of the European Commission in Latvia |
Doc. Karlis Ketners | ||
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3. Alise Paegle, Ieva Sargune, Martins Misa, Vadims Korolenko, Sindija Zebulina
In cooperation with the representative office of the European Commission in Latvia |
Doc. Viktorija Ramkevica | ||
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Rihards Krevics, Edgars Cunskis, Andis Gvelzis, Didzis Kaulins, Jurgis Celmins
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Doc. Brigita Baltaca | “Consumers’ attitude towards discounts” | 2016 |
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1. Group Liene Krumiņa, Kristaps Usvils, Kristaps Zakulis, Rihards Sturis, Ritvars Karklins
2. Group Anete Balcere, Eliza Rusmane, Emils Adata, Janis Guogis, Una Prizavoite, Jolanta Zandersone
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Research Director Andris Natrins | “EARNING – Trends, problems and solutions” | 2016 |
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Gunta Cinovska, Inga Avgucevica, Laima Kruska, Kristine Jevmenova, Alise Zalite
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Prof. dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | “Student Budget: Saving Habits” | 2016 |
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Kristaps Ansons, Aiga Bunkše, Gunta Ķestere, Annija Ozoliņa, Monta Skruļe, Toms Vanags
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | “The impact of a healthy lifestyle on the student budget” | 2016 |
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Sanda Purina, Sabine Stradina, Lina Laucina
In cooperation with the Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking Industry Association |
Dr.oec. Biruta Pule | “Comparison of tax policy support instruments for machine building and metalworking industry companies in Latvia and abroad” | 2016 |
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Dace Buksa. Anastasija Skrebele, Aleksands Iljins,Vitalijs Urbanovics, Mihails Kuzmins
In cooperation with the Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking Industry Association |
Dr.oec. Biruta Pule | “Comparison of tax policy support instruments for companies in the mechanical engineering and metalworking industry in Latvia, Denmark and Finland” | 2016 |
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Julija Korzinina, Olga Surgutova, Marta Celmina, Linda Kipluka, Liene Irbe
In cooperation with the Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking Industry Association |
Dr.oec. Biruta Pule | “Comparison of tax policy support instruments for machine building and metalworking industry companies in Latvia and Poland” | 2016 |
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Antuzane Anna, Jurdza Diana, Kozlova Jelena, Melniece Karina, Saulevica Marina, Sipola Inita
In cooperation with the Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking Industry Association |
Dr.oec. Biruta Pule | “Comparison of tax policy support instruments for companies in the mechanical engineering and metalworking industry in Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia” | 2016 |
| Linda Knavina, Krista Berzina, Anna Soldatova, Rudolfs Rubenis | Doc. Kristaps Lešinskis | “Business development opportunities in the company “Sofijas laivas” | 2016 |
| Arlita Martinsone, Agnese Batenko, Alise Ozola, Karina Muhametova | Doc. Lotars Dubkevics | “Analysis of the relationship between leadership roles, management team and organizational culture in the company H&M Latvia” | 2016 |
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1. Group Arnis Kovalcuks, Arsenijs, Una Neija, Dobrovolskis, , Rodions Jurcenko
2. Group Beate Abramovica, Inese Cimode, Romans Belickis, Marina Sestakova, Kirils Zikovs
3. Group Anete Buksa, Anna Krivorotova, Ella Gavrilova, Jana Lapinska, Liva Klavina
In cooperation with the Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking Industry Association |
Associate Professor Inese Mavlutova | “Comprehensive analysis of the financial condition and performance of companies in the field of mechanical engineering and metalworking” | 2016 |
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1. Group Anete Solocka, Kritiana Karlovica, Zane Vitina, Ieva Purina, Zane Romanovska
2. Group Laura Kalnozola, Artis Koskins, Eriks Nasedkins, Kintija Valta, Janis Zalitis
In cooperation with the Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking Industry Association |
Doc. Andris Fomins | “Sources of financing and opportunities to attract financing for companies in the mechanical engineering and metalworking industry in Latvia” | 2016 |
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Krists Bruvelis, Agnija Karklina, Ilze Klavina, Arturs Lapins
In cooperation with the Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking Industry Association |
Doc. Anda Ziemele | “Comparison of the cost structure of machine-building metalworking industry companies in Latvia and Poland” | 2016 |
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Nadežda Izosina, Zane Grahoļska, Viktorija Stepašuka
In cooperation with JSC “Swedbank” |
Doc. Andris Fomins | Selection of price information for the purposes of creating the annual minimum living consumption basket for students (non-food items, fruits and vegetables) | 2015 |
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1. Group Janis Ludvigsons, Elina Baca, Raitis Rutks, Elina Bulava, Laima Vizule
2. Group Lelde Cirule, Santa Eglija, Aiva Sveicare, Lasma Roga, Janis Senkans
In cooperation with JSC “Swedbank” |
Doc. Andris Fomins | “Investigation of the creation of the student subsistence minimum budget index” | 2015 |
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Laura Pogule, Laura Groma, Vineta Gotharde, Monta Tirkovska,
In cooperation with VAS “Latvijas Pasts” |
Dr.oec. Elita Liela | “Competitiveness of VAS “Latvijas Pasts” in the sale of goods and services in the e-environment in the student segment in Latvia” | 2015 |
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Marta Cakule, Arturs Igavens, Elina Lubiane, Janis Kiziks, Mareks Knbergs, Santa Vasilevska,
In cooperation with VAS “Latvijas Pasts” |
Doc. Valentīna Pavlovska | ||
| Nauris Golers, Ralfs Jugans, Ivo Turks Marta Virza, Anna Vasileva, Evija Rinda | Lecturer Janis Hermanis | “Satisfaction of VAS “Passenger Train” customers with speed, accuracy and frequency of movement” | 2015 |
| Laura Bake, Jekaterina Belozerova, Ieva Benjava, Ieva Kuznecova, Sabine Tagijeva, Dace Vilcina | Asoc. Prof. Janis Strautmanis | “Satisfaction of VAS “Pazažieru vilciens” customers with types of tickets, purchase options and work of controllers” | 2015 |
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Guntis Bagants, Oksanab Sapelkina, Elfa Ezite, Tatjana Marsevska, Kristina Sautova, Ija Zvanere, Diana Opmane, Viktorija Popova, Anzela Peskova, Alina Kozlova, Julija Lebedeva, Marija Malahova, Ivars Zigurs, Jekaterina Trunova, Ilze Gintere, Julija Dudele, Anastasija Manzjuka, Dace Podniece Julija Kartamiseva, Ruslans Petrovs, Guntis Pastars
In cooperation with the Ministry of Welfare |
Dr.oec. Biruta Pule Mg.oec. Anda Ziemele |
Assessment of financial literacy of social workers in Latvia | 2015 |
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Valentina Andrejeva, Asnate Avotina, Egija Ciematniece, Liga Dege-Groskopa, Dana Kaktina
In cooperation with If P&C Insurance JSC Latvian branch |
Lecturer Maris Krastins | “Factors influencing the risk of motorists” | 2015 |
| Linda Strema, Jelena Lubina, Mikus Valpeters, Laura Liepiņa, Julija Zbarazska | Doc. Valentina Pavlovska | „LLC Statoil Fuel & Retail Latvia konkurētspēja Latvijas degvielas tirgū” | 2015 |
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Raivo Ginters, Darta Helena Pumpure, Julija Semcuka, Martins Puke
In cooperation with IJSC “Balta” |
Lecturer Maris Krastins | “Pet insurance potential in the Latvian insurance market” | 2015 |
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Evita Voitilovica, Martins Cudars, Martins Zemitis
In cooperation with IJSC “Balta” |
Lecturer Maris Krastins | “Payment Insurance” | 2015 |
| Sigita Gegere, Ilze Silberga, Olga Jufita | Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | “Economic efficiency of labour safety measures Tieto Latvia” | 2015 |
| Elizabete Varava | Doc. Innuse Gunta | Applied research in cooperation with Finnish and Belgian universities “Siemens risk management for Wind Park project” | 2015 |
| Zaneta Ailte | Doc. Kristaps Lesinskis | Operational efficiency analysis of electronic procurement systems | 2015 |
| Patricija Karsa, Eva Ievina, Laine Loca, Davis Priekulis | Doc. Kristaps Lesinskis | “Analysis of the operation of the electronic procurement system in Latvia” | 2015 |
| Alise Gēgerniece | Doc. Kristaps Lesinskis | “Creation, improvement of the electronic procurement system and analysis of performance indicators for 2009-2013” | 2015 |
| Elina Feldmane, Liga Jaunvalka, Didzis Kokars, Janis Zarins | Lecturer Inga Uvarova | “Financing of EU structural funds for the introduction of new products and technologies in production, as a tool for promoting the development of the company” | 2015 |
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Anna Sapale, Ansis Silenieks, Austra Jermacāne, Agnese Rancāne, Kristīne Urtāne, Kārlis Vēveris
In cooperation with the Emergency Medical Service |
Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | In cooperation with the Emergency Medical Service | 2014 |
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Edgars Dambrovskis, Andrejs Jonovs, Janis Liepins
In cooperation with the Emergency Medical Service |
Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | “Efficiency of personnel management processes in the Emergency Medical Service in the Zemgale region” | 2014 |
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Liene Baumane, Diana Bernota, Anna Bogdanova, Marina Gabarasvili, Matiss Leitis, Dace Vigupa
In cooperation with the Emergency Medical Service |
Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstāja | “Effectiveness of labour protection measures for the prevention of accidents in the Emergency Medical Service” | 2014 |
| Tīna Brize, Liene Dislere, Indra Romane, Vineta Kirilko, Sintija Kokorevica | Asoc. prof Aija Graudiņa | “Innovation in modern life insurance” | 2014 |
| Jelena Davidovica, Kristine Grzibovska, Stanislavs Jakovenko, Dana Lauska, Tatjana Kabanova, Atis Upenieks | |||
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1.Olegs Kacajevs, Anita Bekere, Ksenija Naumenko, Diana Jegorova, Rasa Sarnovica, Janis Dzalbe, Nadezda Kokina, Alina Markova, Svetlana Faleja, Dana Klestrova
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Doc. Andris Fomins | “Student Budget” | 2014 |
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2.Reinis Cinītis, Kārlis Pūpols, Dāvis Drengers , Rihards Brehmani, Alise Paškovska
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Prof. Dr.oec Dzintra Atstaja | ||
| Irina Karja | Prof.Inese Mavlutova | “The importance of EU funds in the development of Latvian business” ” | 2013 |
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Sintija Gegere, Aļona Nedbalska, Kristine Lepnane
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Doc. Stanislava Titova | “Financial literacy of Riga residents in the context of pension planning” | 2013 |
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Laine Degute, Edvīns Rinda, Marina Guda, Aleksandra Dvoiniha, Inese Ivanovska
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Lecturer Janis Hermanis | “Financial literacy in the context of pension planning in Latgale” | 2013 |
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Kitija Kairo, Justīne Meiere, Olga Solovjova, Laura Spreile, Madara Zviedre
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Lecturer Janis Hermanis | “Financial literacy in Kurzeme in the context of pension planning” | 2013 |
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Ronalds Abols, Oskars Biezais, Antons Nikiforovs, Aivis Putnins
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Asoc. Prof. Janis Strautmanis | “Financial literacy of residents of Vidzeme in the context of pension planning” | 2013 |
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1.Sintija Magazniece, Jana Saldaka, Sintija Kļaviņa, Kaspars Gabrāns, Jānis Mincāns
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Asoc. Prof. Janis Strautmanis | “Students’ level of financial knowledge and financial skills” | 2013 |
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2.Olga Solovjova, Madara Zviedre, Justīne Meiere, Laura Spreile, Kitija Kairo
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Lecturer Janis Hermanis | ||
| Ingars Gritāns, Elīna Lubiane | Lecturer Janis Hermanis | “Efficiency of information channels of LNR ” Latvian national roads “ | 2013 |
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1.Ksenija Kazeko, Pjotrs Ekonomovs, Ņikita Sidorovs, Jūlija Škoļņika, Sergejs Kurmeļovs
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Asoc. Prof. Janis Strautmanis | “Riga youth profile in the context of financial services” | 2012 |
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2.Martins Straume, Roberts Ginters, Davis Zeps, Alina Kravccova, Dmitrijs Bocarovs, Vladimirs Kolmakovs
In cooperation with SEB bank |
Lecturer Janis Hermanis | ||
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Sintija Patare, Ruta Kaudze, Aivars Reimanis
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Lecturer Janis Hermanis | “Zemgale youth profile in the context of financial services” | 2012 |
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Zaiga Gaile-Gailite, Ieva Jegere, Zane Jurevica, Edite Pinkule, Ieva Jokste
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Asoc. Prof. Janis Strautmanis | “Vidzeme youth profile in the context of financial services” | 2012 |
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Alesjko Jūlija, Barkane Agnese, Rakule Marita, Rogozova Julija
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Asoc. Prof. Janis Strautmanis | “Latgale youth profile in the context of financial services” | 2012 |
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Hmelnicka Endija , Namike Monta, Opelts Miks
In cooperation with Swedbank |
Lecturer Janis Hermanis | “Profile of Kurzeme youth in the context of financial services” | 2012 |
| Ieva Aleksandravica, Larisa Daukste, Linda Krievane | Doc.Stanislava Titova | “IP Aging in Europe” | 2012 |
| Evija Muizniece, Maris Vaivads | Asoc. Prof. Andris Sarnovics | Psychological aspects of management and their problems SLLC “Children’s Clinical University Hospital” | 2011 |
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Andris Abelem, Anda Rozite, Elina Burmeistere Marta Darzniece, Diana Bogrova, Artis Veldre, Ilze Riba, Alina Kricka, Irena Soņeca, Inga Apseniece, Kristine Muizniece In cooperation with Swedbank |
Lecturer Janis Hermanis | “JSC “Pazažieru vilciens” customers’ travel habits” | 2011 |
| Edgars Grincevics, Lauberts Martins, Alina Mola, Elza Opmane, Anzelika Soms | Stanislava Titova | “Investment of EU structural funds in stimulating the Latvian economy in 2009-2010.” | 2011 |
| Elmārs Jekabsons | Prof. Inese Mavlutova | “Investment opportunities of the company JSC “Grindeks” free funds” | 2011 |
| Maris Vaivads, Evija Muizniece, Janis Kurpnieks, Kristaps Drikis | Asoc. Prof. Andris Sarnovics | “Psychological aspects of leadership and their problems in SLLC “Children’s Clinical University Hospital” | 2011 |
| Kristine Rimsa, Ritvars Straume, Aiva Steinberga, Kristine Unte | Asoc. Prof. Andris Sarnovics | “Co-financing of EU structural funds as a tool for promoting company development” | 2011 |
| Aleksandrs Dmitrijevs, Iveta Kraukle, Sintija Narovska, Kristine Treide | Dr.oec. Elita Liela | 2011 |