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Financial strategy of the company: the basics of corporate finance, modeling and analysis of financial statements
On September 26, 2024, the Higher School of Economics and Business held a seminar for students on the topic "Financial strategy of the company: the basics of corporate finance, modeling and analysis of financial statements."
The goal of the seminar was to provide students with practical knowledge of the basics of corporate finance, modeling business strategies and analysis of financial statements. The importance of sustainable business development in modern economic realities was also discussed during the event.
The main speakers of the event were Vadim Merkulov and Igor Klyushnev.
During the event, participants got acquainted with cases from an international company, Freedom Holding Corp., which applies sustainable development strategies in their activities and promotes the principles of responsible business (Freedom Ecosystem) (SDG No. 17).
The seminar touched upon Sustainable Development Goal - SDG 8 - decent work and economic growth. In particular, issues of enterprise development taking into account long-term sustainability, creating inclusive jobs and improving the financial literacy of future specialists were discussed.
Particular attention was paid to Sustainable Development Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns. The seminar discussed how companies can integrate sustainability principles into their financial strategies, reduce resource costs and minimize their environmental impact. Participation in such seminars helps develop the skills needed to build a career in a responsible and sustainable business environment, which is an important step towards future success in professional activities.