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February 28
- The New Urban Economy: Creative Capital and Effective Planning Clearly, for any modern city to enjoy sustainable growth and compete on the global stage, an innovative and creative sector is a prerequisite. A creative economy emerges following a post-industrial shift marking the transition from an economy prod...
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Clearly, for any modern city to enjoy sustainable growth and compete on the global stage, an innovative and creative sector is a prerequisite. A creative economy emerges following a post-industrial shift marking the transition from an economy producing goods to one producing information and knowledge.
Today, creative industries are leading the way when it comes to international trade. Statistically, it is a sector that displays impressive growth throughout the world, even at a time of economic crisis. In addition to unlocking a city’s economic potential, creative industries also facilitate growth in human capital. In turn, once the number of creative people with unique talents and skills reaches critical mass, an impetus is created that continues to feed economic and cultural progress. A pilot version of a creative capital index has been developed. This will reveal the features of the creative and innovative sector and the specific aspects of the institutional environment that influence the speed at which post-industrial economies emerge in the most dynamic regions of Russia. What impact does creative capital have on the development of a region’s culture, economy, and urban planning? What role will the innovative and creative sector play in the economy over the coming years? How will the growth of creative industries impact a city’s attractiveness to investors? How can creative companies based in the Russian regions become successful global players?
- Human Capital as a Factor in Economic Growth In partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Russian Federation Investment in human capital means, in particular, investment in the creation of a highly professional, mobile, motivated, and effective workforce that is able to have the greatest impact on the pace and quality of economic growth. New approaches t...
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Investment in human capital means, in particular, investment in the creation of a highly professional, mobile, motivated, and effective workforce that is able to have the greatest impact on the pace and quality of economic growth. New approaches to the continuing education system are focused on ways of ensuring that employees are able to obtain the new knowledge, skills, and competencies that are needed for a balanced employment market. What role does the state play in developing human capital? How can an independent qualification assessment system be implemented at the regional level? Who benefits from testing qualifications: workers or employers?
- Social Infrastructure in the Regions: Cost or Investment? In partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation The creation of social infrastructure is becoming an area of interest to entrepreneurs. Today, the practice of transferring the management of social infrastructure facilities to non-governmental organizations is gaining traction. A network of comm...
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The creation of social infrastructure is becoming an area of interest to entrepreneurs. Today, the practice of transferring the management of social infrastructure facilities to non-governmental organizations is gaining traction. A network of commercial healthcare facilities, schools, and kindergartens is developing within the country. How are successful businesses created in the social services sector, and is this a profitable area? What PPP tools are available at the regional level for the development of social infrastructure? How can social infrastructure be developed given the increasing demand for quality social services: should we rely on paid services or increase the role of the state?
- Universities: Hubs of Regional Development In partnership with the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation Creating university hubs of innovative, technological, and social development in the regions is the key focus of the ‘Universities as innovative centres’ priority project, which was approved by the Presidium of the Russian Presidential Council for...
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Creating university hubs of innovative, technological, and social development in the regions is the key focus of the ‘Universities as innovative centres’ priority project, which was approved by the Presidium of the Russian Presidential Council for Strategic Development and Priority Projects. In preparing to implement these objectives, stakeholders must discuss frameworks for cooperation between the business community, regional authorities, and universities; the involvement of the business community in setting goals and objectives for the development of these hubs; and the use of a professional public accreditation institute to accredit universities.
- The Film Industry: Promoting the Regions In partnership with the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation, and the Agency for Strategic Initiatives (ASI) The decision to introduce film commissions and grant rebates to film producers from around the world is an effective way to promote the regions as competitive locations for the production of films and television series as well as to attract invest...
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The decision to introduce film commissions and grant rebates to film producers from around the world is an effective way to promote the regions as competitive locations for the production of films and television series as well as to attract investment and create new jobs. To what extent will mechanisms to stimulate the film industry attract investment to the regions? What can the Russian film industry offer the regions? What other mechanisms are needed to develop the Russian film industry? What should be done to attract foreign filmmakers to Russia?
