Representatives of the Department of Economics and Management at Azerbaijan University - Doctor of Economic Sciences Nahid Almasov, Doctor of Economic Sciences Elshan Orujov, and faculty members Amirkhan Pashayev and Emil Mirzayev - visited the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication to discuss academic programs in Economics and Management. The meeting was attended by Head of the Center’s Evaluation and Monitoring Department, Doctor of Economic Sciences Orkhan Sadigov, Deputy Head of Department, Doctor of Economic Sciences Abdulrahim Dadashov, Senior Strategic Planning Specialist Aygun Ahmadova, and Isa Gasimov, Head of the “Enterprise Azerbaijan” portal.

The discussions primarily focused on the future development of existing fields in the context of accelerating digitalization processes, particularly the integration of artificial intelligence-based approaches into educational programs. It was emphasized that the attention given by the country’s leadership to the field of artificial intelligence, along with the state programs adopted in this direction, especially the Presidential Decree approving the “Artificial Intelligence Strategy of the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2025-2028” and other regulatory documents, necessitates a corresponding transformation of the higher education system.

During the meeting, extensive discussions were held on the application of artificial intelligence technologies in project management, business project management, operational management, and economic governance processes at both macro and micro levels. Particular attention was also paid to the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the integration of AI tools into their operations, and enhancing their competitiveness. In parallel, participants highlighted emerging trends related to the establishment of artificial intelligence departments within both public and private institutions.

At the conclusion of the meeting, it was noted that, in order to further modernize the academic programs in economics, management, marketing, and business administration offered by the Department in line with contemporary challenges, it would be appropriate to incorporate courses focused on digitalization and artificial intelligence into elective course blocks.

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