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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Report on Research and Innovations
2013-2014
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL
AT VILNIUS UNIVERSITY
VILNIAUS UNIVERSITETO
TARPTAUTINIO VERLO MOKYKLA
2
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
CONTENTS
1 About VU IBS 3
2 Research and Innovations Committee 4
3 Congratulations - They are cited 5
4 Statistics of scientific publications 8
5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre 10
6 Conferences and other events 12
7 Scientific and applied research other projects 15
71 International projects 15
72 Projects of national programms 17
73 Commissioned and other research 22
8 Publications 24
81 Scientific monographs studies 24
811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition 26
82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific publications 27
83 Bookstextbooks 36
84 Conference Presentations 37
85 Popular science publications and scientific events 42
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
1 About VU IBS
Vision To become a university center of excellence in global business developing competitive professionals providing innovative education training and business consulting services
Mission To nurture motivated students to become socially responsible leaders by instilling in them an entrepreneurial spirit Values Professionalism democracy partnership and the continuation of university tradition
Baltic Management Development Association (BMDA)Baltijos vadybos
pletros asociacija
Central and East European Management Developement Association
(CEEMAN)Centrines ir Rytu Europos vadybos pletros asociacija
Consortium of International Double Degrees (CIDD)Tarptautiniu
dvigubu diplomu konsorciumas
GERA - Global Entrepreneurship Research Association
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor
International Chamber or Commerce (ICC) Lietuvos verslo
konfederacija ICC Lietuva
European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)Europos
vadybos pletros asociacija
Russian Association of Business Education (RABE)Rusijos verslo
švietimo asociacija
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2 Research and Innovations Committee
Name Affiliation E-mail Address
Assocprof
ROLANDAS
STRAZDAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Rolandasstrazdasvgtult Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairman of
the
Committee
Prof Dr hab
DOROTA
DOBIJA
Kozminski
University
(Poland)
dobijakozminskiedupl
ul
Jagiellońska
5759 03-301
Warsaw
Prof
HANS
RUEDIGER
KAUFMANN
University of
Nicosia Scool
of Business
(Cyprus)
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Kaufmannrunicaccy Apollon
Beach
Gardens II
House Nr 12
7560
Perivolia
Cyprus
Assocprof
EGIDIJUS
BIKAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
egidijusvlngmailcom Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Dr
JELENA
ANGELIS
Technopolis
Group
(International)
jelenaangelistechnopolis-
groupcom
ANDRIUS
BAGDONAS
Sauletekio
Valley
(Lithuania)
andriusbagdonassunrisevalleylt Sauletekio
ave 15 LT ndash
10224
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairperson of
VU IBS
Student
Representation
Office
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
pirmininkastvmsalt Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
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3 Congratulations - They are cited
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria evaluation of entrepreneurship development newly EU
countries Saarbrucken Lambert Academic Publishing 2012 74 p ISBN 9783659112119
Cited by 2 (Google Scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Multicriteria Evaluation of National Entrepreneurship in Newly EU Countries
International Journal of Economic Sciences and Applied Research 2011 Vol 4 No 1 ISSN 1791-5120 P 79-94
Quoted by 1 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria assessment of the countrys knowledge economy determinants
Transformations in business amp economics 2012 vol11 Nr3 (27) ISSN 1648-4460 P 124-137
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
Cited 2 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Jokšienė Izolda Measurement of Entrepreneurship Macro Surrounding Advantages Countryrsquos
Economic Competitiveness Approach Engineering economics 2012 vol23 (1) ISSN 1392-2785 P 5-13
Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
BEKERIS Rokas The impact of macroeconomy indicators upon SMElsquos profitability Ekonomika 2012 T 91 Nr 3
ISSN 1392-1258 P117-128
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The
Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82
ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach to
Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785 P
28-36
Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Dikčius Vytautas Medekšienė Elvita A Child Impact on Parents Purchasing Decision Ekonomika ir
vadyba aktualijos ir perspektyvos 2008 4 (13) ISSN 1648-9098 P 106-113
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
URBONAVIČIUS S DIKČIUS V PETRAUSKAS A Impact of ethnocentrism on buyerlsquos choise of
organic food products The 6th International Sientific conference Business and Management 2010 selected
papers Vol1 ISSN 2029-4441 P 511-517
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cited by 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D
Estimating the cost of equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The Emergence and
Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
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GUDAITIS Tadas bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų fondų sistemoje
galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds investment strategy to the
private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6 No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627 Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach
to Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785
P 28-36 Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Loureiro S MC [KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Explaining Love of Wine Brands Journal of
Promotion Management 2012 Vol 18 Iss 3 P 329- 343 Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Loureiro Sandra Maria Correia Basile Gianpaolo Vrontis Demetris The increasing
dynamics between consumers social groups and brands Qualitative Market Research An International Journal Vol 15
Iss 4 P 404 ndash 419
Cited by 6 (Google scholar
Le Bas Christian LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas Cooperation and Partnership in the Innovation Process the Case of the
Information Technology Sector in Lithuania Intellectual Economics 2010 Nr 1(7) ISSN 1822-8011 P 7ndash17
Cited by 4 Google scholar)
Le Bas Chr LAUŽIKAS M Determinants of innovation culture and major impacts on the innovation
strategy the case of the Information technology sector in Lithuania Societal studies 2010 4(8) P 125ndash
139 ISSN 2029ndash2236 Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation capabilities
Journal of security and sustainability issues ISSN 2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97 Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The role of creativity in sustainable business Entrepreneurship and
Sustainability Issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Cente ISSN 2345-0282 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 Cited by 3 (Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas] Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the economic
performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
Center 2013 vol1(2) ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91 Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio informavimo ir konsultavimo priemonių taikymas darbuotojų kaitai mažinti
[Application of measures for vocational guidance and counseling to reduce staff turnover] Vocational
Education Research and Current Issues 2010 No19 ISSN 13926241 P 116 ndash 130
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinis orientavimas švietimo ir verslo plėtros kontekste [Vocational guidance in the context of education and business development] Acta paedagogica vilnensia 2010 Vol 25 ISSN 1392-5016 P
100 ndash 109
Cited by 7 (Google scholar) NAZELSKIS Eugenijus The Challenge for Professional Guidance ndash new professions in the labour market Acta pedagogika Vilnensia 2011 No26 ISBN 1392-5016 P135-146
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys VidmantasEmergence and introduction of the new occupations and qualifications in the national
systems of occupations and qualifications ndash theoretical and practical issues Business research challenges in a turbulent era 4th annual
EuroMed conference of the EuroMed academy of business October 20th ndash 21th 2011 University of Nicosia conference readings book
proceedings Elounda EuroMed Press 2011 ISBN 9789963711017 P 1283 ndash 1308
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė
organizacijose [The involvement of business entities in vocational guidance activities is a secure measure of obtaining the necessary
employees in organisation] Vocational Education Research and Relevant Issue 2013 Nr24 ISSN 1392-6241 P86 ndash 99
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Jasienė Meilė PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas Lietuvos pinigų ir kapitalo rinkų tarpusavio sąveiką lemiančių veiksnių
analizė [Analysis of Lithuanias monetary and capital markets interaction and factors impacting this interaction] Business Theory and Practice 2010 N 11(2) P 107 ndash 115 ISSN 1648-0627
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas SAČILKA Ovidijus Structured securities and their development in Lithuania
Ekonomika 2010 t 89 (4) ISSN 1392-1258 P66-84
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D Estimating the cost of
equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cituoja 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Optimization of the Ratio of the Bank Payment Cards Price and Quality Engineering
Economics 2010 N 21(1) ISSN 1392 ndash 2785 P 12 ndash 18
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
Cited by 4 (ISI Web)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological and economic
development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
URBŠIENĖ Laima The Concept of Globalisation current approaches Business Theory and Practice 2011 12(3)
ISSN 1648-0627 P 203-214
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological
and economic development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar
Kavaliauskė Monika VAIGINIENĖ Erika Franchise Business Development Model Theoretical
Considerations Business Theory and Practice 2011 N 12(4) ISSN 1648-0627 P323-331
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander Bode
Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico Baldegger and Victor
Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in
Management Education Academy of Management Learning amp Education 2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-
435
Cited by 10 (Google scholar)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
9
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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CONTENTS
1 About VU IBS 3
2 Research and Innovations Committee 4
3 Congratulations - They are cited 5
4 Statistics of scientific publications 8
5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre 10
6 Conferences and other events 12
7 Scientific and applied research other projects 15
71 International projects 15
72 Projects of national programms 17
73 Commissioned and other research 22
8 Publications 24
81 Scientific monographs studies 24
811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition 26
82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific publications 27
83 Bookstextbooks 36
84 Conference Presentations 37
85 Popular science publications and scientific events 42
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1 About VU IBS
Vision To become a university center of excellence in global business developing competitive professionals providing innovative education training and business consulting services
Mission To nurture motivated students to become socially responsible leaders by instilling in them an entrepreneurial spirit Values Professionalism democracy partnership and the continuation of university tradition
Baltic Management Development Association (BMDA)Baltijos vadybos
pletros asociacija
Central and East European Management Developement Association
(CEEMAN)Centrines ir Rytu Europos vadybos pletros asociacija
Consortium of International Double Degrees (CIDD)Tarptautiniu
dvigubu diplomu konsorciumas
GERA - Global Entrepreneurship Research Association
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor
International Chamber or Commerce (ICC) Lietuvos verslo
konfederacija ICC Lietuva
European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)Europos
vadybos pletros asociacija
Russian Association of Business Education (RABE)Rusijos verslo
švietimo asociacija
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2 Research and Innovations Committee
Name Affiliation E-mail Address
Assocprof
ROLANDAS
STRAZDAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Rolandasstrazdasvgtult Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairman of
the
Committee
Prof Dr hab
DOROTA
DOBIJA
Kozminski
University
(Poland)
dobijakozminskiedupl
ul
Jagiellońska
5759 03-301
Warsaw
Prof
HANS
RUEDIGER
KAUFMANN
University of
Nicosia Scool
of Business
(Cyprus)
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Kaufmannrunicaccy Apollon
Beach
Gardens II
House Nr 12
7560
Perivolia
Cyprus
Assocprof
EGIDIJUS
BIKAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
egidijusvlngmailcom Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Dr
JELENA
ANGELIS
Technopolis
Group
(International)
jelenaangelistechnopolis-
groupcom
ANDRIUS
BAGDONAS
Sauletekio
Valley
(Lithuania)
andriusbagdonassunrisevalleylt Sauletekio
ave 15 LT ndash
10224
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairperson of
VU IBS
Student
Representation
Office
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
pirmininkastvmsalt Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
5
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3 Congratulations - They are cited
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria evaluation of entrepreneurship development newly EU
countries Saarbrucken Lambert Academic Publishing 2012 74 p ISBN 9783659112119
Cited by 2 (Google Scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Multicriteria Evaluation of National Entrepreneurship in Newly EU Countries
International Journal of Economic Sciences and Applied Research 2011 Vol 4 No 1 ISSN 1791-5120 P 79-94
Quoted by 1 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria assessment of the countrys knowledge economy determinants
Transformations in business amp economics 2012 vol11 Nr3 (27) ISSN 1648-4460 P 124-137
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
Cited 2 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Jokšienė Izolda Measurement of Entrepreneurship Macro Surrounding Advantages Countryrsquos
Economic Competitiveness Approach Engineering economics 2012 vol23 (1) ISSN 1392-2785 P 5-13
Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
BEKERIS Rokas The impact of macroeconomy indicators upon SMElsquos profitability Ekonomika 2012 T 91 Nr 3
ISSN 1392-1258 P117-128
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The
Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82
ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach to
Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785 P
28-36
Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Dikčius Vytautas Medekšienė Elvita A Child Impact on Parents Purchasing Decision Ekonomika ir
vadyba aktualijos ir perspektyvos 2008 4 (13) ISSN 1648-9098 P 106-113
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
URBONAVIČIUS S DIKČIUS V PETRAUSKAS A Impact of ethnocentrism on buyerlsquos choise of
organic food products The 6th International Sientific conference Business and Management 2010 selected
papers Vol1 ISSN 2029-4441 P 511-517
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cited by 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D
Estimating the cost of equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The Emergence and
Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
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GUDAITIS Tadas bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų fondų sistemoje
galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds investment strategy to the
private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6 No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627 Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach
to Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785
P 28-36 Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Loureiro S MC [KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Explaining Love of Wine Brands Journal of
Promotion Management 2012 Vol 18 Iss 3 P 329- 343 Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Loureiro Sandra Maria Correia Basile Gianpaolo Vrontis Demetris The increasing
dynamics between consumers social groups and brands Qualitative Market Research An International Journal Vol 15
Iss 4 P 404 ndash 419
Cited by 6 (Google scholar
Le Bas Christian LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas Cooperation and Partnership in the Innovation Process the Case of the
Information Technology Sector in Lithuania Intellectual Economics 2010 Nr 1(7) ISSN 1822-8011 P 7ndash17
Cited by 4 Google scholar)
Le Bas Chr LAUŽIKAS M Determinants of innovation culture and major impacts on the innovation
strategy the case of the Information technology sector in Lithuania Societal studies 2010 4(8) P 125ndash
139 ISSN 2029ndash2236 Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation capabilities
Journal of security and sustainability issues ISSN 2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97 Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The role of creativity in sustainable business Entrepreneurship and
Sustainability Issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Cente ISSN 2345-0282 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 Cited by 3 (Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas] Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the economic
performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
Center 2013 vol1(2) ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91 Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio informavimo ir konsultavimo priemonių taikymas darbuotojų kaitai mažinti
[Application of measures for vocational guidance and counseling to reduce staff turnover] Vocational
Education Research and Current Issues 2010 No19 ISSN 13926241 P 116 ndash 130
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinis orientavimas švietimo ir verslo plėtros kontekste [Vocational guidance in the context of education and business development] Acta paedagogica vilnensia 2010 Vol 25 ISSN 1392-5016 P
100 ndash 109
Cited by 7 (Google scholar) NAZELSKIS Eugenijus The Challenge for Professional Guidance ndash new professions in the labour market Acta pedagogika Vilnensia 2011 No26 ISBN 1392-5016 P135-146
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys VidmantasEmergence and introduction of the new occupations and qualifications in the national
systems of occupations and qualifications ndash theoretical and practical issues Business research challenges in a turbulent era 4th annual
EuroMed conference of the EuroMed academy of business October 20th ndash 21th 2011 University of Nicosia conference readings book
proceedings Elounda EuroMed Press 2011 ISBN 9789963711017 P 1283 ndash 1308
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė
organizacijose [The involvement of business entities in vocational guidance activities is a secure measure of obtaining the necessary
employees in organisation] Vocational Education Research and Relevant Issue 2013 Nr24 ISSN 1392-6241 P86 ndash 99
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
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Jasienė Meilė PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas Lietuvos pinigų ir kapitalo rinkų tarpusavio sąveiką lemiančių veiksnių
analizė [Analysis of Lithuanias monetary and capital markets interaction and factors impacting this interaction] Business Theory and Practice 2010 N 11(2) P 107 ndash 115 ISSN 1648-0627
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas SAČILKA Ovidijus Structured securities and their development in Lithuania
Ekonomika 2010 t 89 (4) ISSN 1392-1258 P66-84
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D Estimating the cost of
equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cituoja 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Optimization of the Ratio of the Bank Payment Cards Price and Quality Engineering
Economics 2010 N 21(1) ISSN 1392 ndash 2785 P 12 ndash 18
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
Cited by 4 (ISI Web)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological and economic
development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
URBŠIENĖ Laima The Concept of Globalisation current approaches Business Theory and Practice 2011 12(3)
ISSN 1648-0627 P 203-214
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological
and economic development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar
Kavaliauskė Monika VAIGINIENĖ Erika Franchise Business Development Model Theoretical
Considerations Business Theory and Practice 2011 N 12(4) ISSN 1648-0627 P323-331
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander Bode
Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico Baldegger and Victor
Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in
Management Education Academy of Management Learning amp Education 2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-
435
Cited by 10 (Google scholar)
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4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
9
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0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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1 About VU IBS
Vision To become a university center of excellence in global business developing competitive professionals providing innovative education training and business consulting services
Mission To nurture motivated students to become socially responsible leaders by instilling in them an entrepreneurial spirit Values Professionalism democracy partnership and the continuation of university tradition
Baltic Management Development Association (BMDA)Baltijos vadybos
pletros asociacija
Central and East European Management Developement Association
(CEEMAN)Centrines ir Rytu Europos vadybos pletros asociacija
Consortium of International Double Degrees (CIDD)Tarptautiniu
dvigubu diplomu konsorciumas
GERA - Global Entrepreneurship Research Association
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor
International Chamber or Commerce (ICC) Lietuvos verslo
konfederacija ICC Lietuva
European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)Europos
vadybos pletros asociacija
Russian Association of Business Education (RABE)Rusijos verslo
švietimo asociacija
4
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2 Research and Innovations Committee
Name Affiliation E-mail Address
Assocprof
ROLANDAS
STRAZDAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Rolandasstrazdasvgtult Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairman of
the
Committee
Prof Dr hab
DOROTA
DOBIJA
Kozminski
University
(Poland)
dobijakozminskiedupl
ul
Jagiellońska
5759 03-301
Warsaw
Prof
HANS
RUEDIGER
KAUFMANN
University of
Nicosia Scool
of Business
(Cyprus)
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Kaufmannrunicaccy Apollon
Beach
Gardens II
House Nr 12
7560
Perivolia
Cyprus
Assocprof
EGIDIJUS
BIKAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
egidijusvlngmailcom Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Dr
JELENA
ANGELIS
Technopolis
Group
(International)
jelenaangelistechnopolis-
groupcom
ANDRIUS
BAGDONAS
Sauletekio
Valley
(Lithuania)
andriusbagdonassunrisevalleylt Sauletekio
ave 15 LT ndash
10224
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairperson of
VU IBS
Student
Representation
Office
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
pirmininkastvmsalt Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
5
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3 Congratulations - They are cited
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria evaluation of entrepreneurship development newly EU
countries Saarbrucken Lambert Academic Publishing 2012 74 p ISBN 9783659112119
Cited by 2 (Google Scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Multicriteria Evaluation of National Entrepreneurship in Newly EU Countries
International Journal of Economic Sciences and Applied Research 2011 Vol 4 No 1 ISSN 1791-5120 P 79-94
Quoted by 1 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria assessment of the countrys knowledge economy determinants
Transformations in business amp economics 2012 vol11 Nr3 (27) ISSN 1648-4460 P 124-137
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
Cited 2 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Jokšienė Izolda Measurement of Entrepreneurship Macro Surrounding Advantages Countryrsquos
Economic Competitiveness Approach Engineering economics 2012 vol23 (1) ISSN 1392-2785 P 5-13
Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
BEKERIS Rokas The impact of macroeconomy indicators upon SMElsquos profitability Ekonomika 2012 T 91 Nr 3
ISSN 1392-1258 P117-128
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The
Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82
ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach to
Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785 P
28-36
Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Dikčius Vytautas Medekšienė Elvita A Child Impact on Parents Purchasing Decision Ekonomika ir
vadyba aktualijos ir perspektyvos 2008 4 (13) ISSN 1648-9098 P 106-113
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
URBONAVIČIUS S DIKČIUS V PETRAUSKAS A Impact of ethnocentrism on buyerlsquos choise of
organic food products The 6th International Sientific conference Business and Management 2010 selected
papers Vol1 ISSN 2029-4441 P 511-517
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cited by 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D
Estimating the cost of equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The Emergence and
Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
6
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GUDAITIS Tadas bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų fondų sistemoje
galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds investment strategy to the
private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6 No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627 Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach
to Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785
P 28-36 Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Loureiro S MC [KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Explaining Love of Wine Brands Journal of
Promotion Management 2012 Vol 18 Iss 3 P 329- 343 Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Loureiro Sandra Maria Correia Basile Gianpaolo Vrontis Demetris The increasing
dynamics between consumers social groups and brands Qualitative Market Research An International Journal Vol 15
Iss 4 P 404 ndash 419
Cited by 6 (Google scholar
Le Bas Christian LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas Cooperation and Partnership in the Innovation Process the Case of the
Information Technology Sector in Lithuania Intellectual Economics 2010 Nr 1(7) ISSN 1822-8011 P 7ndash17
Cited by 4 Google scholar)
Le Bas Chr LAUŽIKAS M Determinants of innovation culture and major impacts on the innovation
strategy the case of the Information technology sector in Lithuania Societal studies 2010 4(8) P 125ndash
139 ISSN 2029ndash2236 Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation capabilities
Journal of security and sustainability issues ISSN 2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97 Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The role of creativity in sustainable business Entrepreneurship and
Sustainability Issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Cente ISSN 2345-0282 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 Cited by 3 (Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas] Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the economic
performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
Center 2013 vol1(2) ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91 Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio informavimo ir konsultavimo priemonių taikymas darbuotojų kaitai mažinti
[Application of measures for vocational guidance and counseling to reduce staff turnover] Vocational
Education Research and Current Issues 2010 No19 ISSN 13926241 P 116 ndash 130
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinis orientavimas švietimo ir verslo plėtros kontekste [Vocational guidance in the context of education and business development] Acta paedagogica vilnensia 2010 Vol 25 ISSN 1392-5016 P
100 ndash 109
Cited by 7 (Google scholar) NAZELSKIS Eugenijus The Challenge for Professional Guidance ndash new professions in the labour market Acta pedagogika Vilnensia 2011 No26 ISBN 1392-5016 P135-146
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys VidmantasEmergence and introduction of the new occupations and qualifications in the national
systems of occupations and qualifications ndash theoretical and practical issues Business research challenges in a turbulent era 4th annual
EuroMed conference of the EuroMed academy of business October 20th ndash 21th 2011 University of Nicosia conference readings book
proceedings Elounda EuroMed Press 2011 ISBN 9789963711017 P 1283 ndash 1308
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė
organizacijose [The involvement of business entities in vocational guidance activities is a secure measure of obtaining the necessary
employees in organisation] Vocational Education Research and Relevant Issue 2013 Nr24 ISSN 1392-6241 P86 ndash 99
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
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Jasienė Meilė PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas Lietuvos pinigų ir kapitalo rinkų tarpusavio sąveiką lemiančių veiksnių
analizė [Analysis of Lithuanias monetary and capital markets interaction and factors impacting this interaction] Business Theory and Practice 2010 N 11(2) P 107 ndash 115 ISSN 1648-0627
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas SAČILKA Ovidijus Structured securities and their development in Lithuania
Ekonomika 2010 t 89 (4) ISSN 1392-1258 P66-84
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D Estimating the cost of
equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cituoja 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Optimization of the Ratio of the Bank Payment Cards Price and Quality Engineering
Economics 2010 N 21(1) ISSN 1392 ndash 2785 P 12 ndash 18
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
Cited by 4 (ISI Web)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological and economic
development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
URBŠIENĖ Laima The Concept of Globalisation current approaches Business Theory and Practice 2011 12(3)
ISSN 1648-0627 P 203-214
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological
and economic development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar
Kavaliauskė Monika VAIGINIENĖ Erika Franchise Business Development Model Theoretical
Considerations Business Theory and Practice 2011 N 12(4) ISSN 1648-0627 P323-331
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander Bode
Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico Baldegger and Victor
Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in
Management Education Academy of Management Learning amp Education 2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-
435
Cited by 10 (Google scholar)
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4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
9
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0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu_kompleksine_analizep
df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
41
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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2 Research and Innovations Committee
Name Affiliation E-mail Address
Assocprof
ROLANDAS
STRAZDAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Rolandasstrazdasvgtult Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairman of
the
Committee
Prof Dr hab
DOROTA
DOBIJA
Kozminski
University
(Poland)
dobijakozminskiedupl
ul
Jagiellońska
5759 03-301
Warsaw
Prof
HANS
RUEDIGER
KAUFMANN
University of
Nicosia Scool
of Business
(Cyprus)
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
Kaufmannrunicaccy Apollon
Beach
Gardens II
House Nr 12
7560
Perivolia
Cyprus
Assocprof
EGIDIJUS
BIKAS
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
egidijusvlngmailcom Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
Dr
JELENA
ANGELIS
Technopolis
Group
(International)
jelenaangelistechnopolis-
groupcom
ANDRIUS
BAGDONAS
Sauletekio
Valley
(Lithuania)
andriusbagdonassunrisevalleylt Sauletekio
ave 15 LT ndash
10224
Vilnius
Lithuania
Chairperson of
VU IBS
Student
Representation
Office
International
Business
School at
Vilnius
University
(Lithuania)
pirmininkastvmsalt Sauletekio
ave 22 LT ndash
10225
Vilnius
Lithuania
5
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3 Congratulations - They are cited
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria evaluation of entrepreneurship development newly EU
countries Saarbrucken Lambert Academic Publishing 2012 74 p ISBN 9783659112119
Cited by 2 (Google Scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Multicriteria Evaluation of National Entrepreneurship in Newly EU Countries
International Journal of Economic Sciences and Applied Research 2011 Vol 4 No 1 ISSN 1791-5120 P 79-94
Quoted by 1 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria assessment of the countrys knowledge economy determinants
Transformations in business amp economics 2012 vol11 Nr3 (27) ISSN 1648-4460 P 124-137
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
Cited 2 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Jokšienė Izolda Measurement of Entrepreneurship Macro Surrounding Advantages Countryrsquos
Economic Competitiveness Approach Engineering economics 2012 vol23 (1) ISSN 1392-2785 P 5-13
Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
BEKERIS Rokas The impact of macroeconomy indicators upon SMElsquos profitability Ekonomika 2012 T 91 Nr 3
ISSN 1392-1258 P117-128
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The
Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82
ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach to
Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785 P
28-36
Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Dikčius Vytautas Medekšienė Elvita A Child Impact on Parents Purchasing Decision Ekonomika ir
vadyba aktualijos ir perspektyvos 2008 4 (13) ISSN 1648-9098 P 106-113
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
URBONAVIČIUS S DIKČIUS V PETRAUSKAS A Impact of ethnocentrism on buyerlsquos choise of
organic food products The 6th International Sientific conference Business and Management 2010 selected
papers Vol1 ISSN 2029-4441 P 511-517
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cited by 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D
Estimating the cost of equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The Emergence and
Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
6
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GUDAITIS Tadas bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų fondų sistemoje
galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds investment strategy to the
private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6 No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627 Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach
to Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785
P 28-36 Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Loureiro S MC [KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Explaining Love of Wine Brands Journal of
Promotion Management 2012 Vol 18 Iss 3 P 329- 343 Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Loureiro Sandra Maria Correia Basile Gianpaolo Vrontis Demetris The increasing
dynamics between consumers social groups and brands Qualitative Market Research An International Journal Vol 15
Iss 4 P 404 ndash 419
Cited by 6 (Google scholar
Le Bas Christian LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas Cooperation and Partnership in the Innovation Process the Case of the
Information Technology Sector in Lithuania Intellectual Economics 2010 Nr 1(7) ISSN 1822-8011 P 7ndash17
Cited by 4 Google scholar)
Le Bas Chr LAUŽIKAS M Determinants of innovation culture and major impacts on the innovation
strategy the case of the Information technology sector in Lithuania Societal studies 2010 4(8) P 125ndash
139 ISSN 2029ndash2236 Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation capabilities
Journal of security and sustainability issues ISSN 2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97 Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The role of creativity in sustainable business Entrepreneurship and
Sustainability Issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Cente ISSN 2345-0282 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 Cited by 3 (Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas] Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the economic
performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
Center 2013 vol1(2) ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91 Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio informavimo ir konsultavimo priemonių taikymas darbuotojų kaitai mažinti
[Application of measures for vocational guidance and counseling to reduce staff turnover] Vocational
Education Research and Current Issues 2010 No19 ISSN 13926241 P 116 ndash 130
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinis orientavimas švietimo ir verslo plėtros kontekste [Vocational guidance in the context of education and business development] Acta paedagogica vilnensia 2010 Vol 25 ISSN 1392-5016 P
100 ndash 109
Cited by 7 (Google scholar) NAZELSKIS Eugenijus The Challenge for Professional Guidance ndash new professions in the labour market Acta pedagogika Vilnensia 2011 No26 ISBN 1392-5016 P135-146
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys VidmantasEmergence and introduction of the new occupations and qualifications in the national
systems of occupations and qualifications ndash theoretical and practical issues Business research challenges in a turbulent era 4th annual
EuroMed conference of the EuroMed academy of business October 20th ndash 21th 2011 University of Nicosia conference readings book
proceedings Elounda EuroMed Press 2011 ISBN 9789963711017 P 1283 ndash 1308
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė
organizacijose [The involvement of business entities in vocational guidance activities is a secure measure of obtaining the necessary
employees in organisation] Vocational Education Research and Relevant Issue 2013 Nr24 ISSN 1392-6241 P86 ndash 99
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
7
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Jasienė Meilė PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas Lietuvos pinigų ir kapitalo rinkų tarpusavio sąveiką lemiančių veiksnių
analizė [Analysis of Lithuanias monetary and capital markets interaction and factors impacting this interaction] Business Theory and Practice 2010 N 11(2) P 107 ndash 115 ISSN 1648-0627
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas SAČILKA Ovidijus Structured securities and their development in Lithuania
Ekonomika 2010 t 89 (4) ISSN 1392-1258 P66-84
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D Estimating the cost of
equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cituoja 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Optimization of the Ratio of the Bank Payment Cards Price and Quality Engineering
Economics 2010 N 21(1) ISSN 1392 ndash 2785 P 12 ndash 18
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
Cited by 4 (ISI Web)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological and economic
development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
URBŠIENĖ Laima The Concept of Globalisation current approaches Business Theory and Practice 2011 12(3)
ISSN 1648-0627 P 203-214
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological
and economic development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar
Kavaliauskė Monika VAIGINIENĖ Erika Franchise Business Development Model Theoretical
Considerations Business Theory and Practice 2011 N 12(4) ISSN 1648-0627 P323-331
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander Bode
Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico Baldegger and Victor
Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in
Management Education Academy of Management Learning amp Education 2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-
435
Cited by 10 (Google scholar)
8
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
9
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
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_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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3 Congratulations - They are cited
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria evaluation of entrepreneurship development newly EU
countries Saarbrucken Lambert Academic Publishing 2012 74 p ISBN 9783659112119
Cited by 2 (Google Scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Multicriteria Evaluation of National Entrepreneurship in Newly EU Countries
International Journal of Economic Sciences and Applied Research 2011 Vol 4 No 1 ISSN 1791-5120 P 79-94
Quoted by 1 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas ŽVIRBLIS Algis Multiple criteria assessment of the countrys knowledge economy determinants
Transformations in business amp economics 2012 vol11 Nr3 (27) ISSN 1648-4460 P 124-137
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
Cited 2 (Google scholar)
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Jokšienė Izolda Measurement of Entrepreneurship Macro Surrounding Advantages Countryrsquos
Economic Competitiveness Approach Engineering economics 2012 vol23 (1) ISSN 1392-2785 P 5-13
Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
Cited by 2 (ISI Web)
BEKERIS Rokas The impact of macroeconomy indicators upon SMElsquos profitability Ekonomika 2012 T 91 Nr 3
ISSN 1392-1258 P117-128
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The
Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82
ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach to
Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785 P
28-36
Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Dikčius Vytautas Medekšienė Elvita A Child Impact on Parents Purchasing Decision Ekonomika ir
vadyba aktualijos ir perspektyvos 2008 4 (13) ISSN 1648-9098 P 106-113
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
URBONAVIČIUS S DIKČIUS V PETRAUSKAS A Impact of ethnocentrism on buyerlsquos choise of
organic food products The 6th International Sientific conference Business and Management 2010 selected
papers Vol1 ISSN 2029-4441 P 511-517
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cited by 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D
Estimating the cost of equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
[BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural finance The Emergence and
Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
6
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GUDAITIS Tadas bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų fondų sistemoje
galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds investment strategy to the
private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6 No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627 Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach
to Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785
P 28-36 Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Loureiro S MC [KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Explaining Love of Wine Brands Journal of
Promotion Management 2012 Vol 18 Iss 3 P 329- 343 Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Loureiro Sandra Maria Correia Basile Gianpaolo Vrontis Demetris The increasing
dynamics between consumers social groups and brands Qualitative Market Research An International Journal Vol 15
Iss 4 P 404 ndash 419
Cited by 6 (Google scholar
Le Bas Christian LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas Cooperation and Partnership in the Innovation Process the Case of the
Information Technology Sector in Lithuania Intellectual Economics 2010 Nr 1(7) ISSN 1822-8011 P 7ndash17
Cited by 4 Google scholar)
Le Bas Chr LAUŽIKAS M Determinants of innovation culture and major impacts on the innovation
strategy the case of the Information technology sector in Lithuania Societal studies 2010 4(8) P 125ndash
139 ISSN 2029ndash2236 Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation capabilities
Journal of security and sustainability issues ISSN 2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97 Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The role of creativity in sustainable business Entrepreneurship and
Sustainability Issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Cente ISSN 2345-0282 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 Cited by 3 (Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas] Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the economic
performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
Center 2013 vol1(2) ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91 Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio informavimo ir konsultavimo priemonių taikymas darbuotojų kaitai mažinti
[Application of measures for vocational guidance and counseling to reduce staff turnover] Vocational
Education Research and Current Issues 2010 No19 ISSN 13926241 P 116 ndash 130
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinis orientavimas švietimo ir verslo plėtros kontekste [Vocational guidance in the context of education and business development] Acta paedagogica vilnensia 2010 Vol 25 ISSN 1392-5016 P
100 ndash 109
Cited by 7 (Google scholar) NAZELSKIS Eugenijus The Challenge for Professional Guidance ndash new professions in the labour market Acta pedagogika Vilnensia 2011 No26 ISBN 1392-5016 P135-146
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys VidmantasEmergence and introduction of the new occupations and qualifications in the national
systems of occupations and qualifications ndash theoretical and practical issues Business research challenges in a turbulent era 4th annual
EuroMed conference of the EuroMed academy of business October 20th ndash 21th 2011 University of Nicosia conference readings book
proceedings Elounda EuroMed Press 2011 ISBN 9789963711017 P 1283 ndash 1308
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė
organizacijose [The involvement of business entities in vocational guidance activities is a secure measure of obtaining the necessary
employees in organisation] Vocational Education Research and Relevant Issue 2013 Nr24 ISSN 1392-6241 P86 ndash 99
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
7
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Jasienė Meilė PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas Lietuvos pinigų ir kapitalo rinkų tarpusavio sąveiką lemiančių veiksnių
analizė [Analysis of Lithuanias monetary and capital markets interaction and factors impacting this interaction] Business Theory and Practice 2010 N 11(2) P 107 ndash 115 ISSN 1648-0627
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas SAČILKA Ovidijus Structured securities and their development in Lithuania
Ekonomika 2010 t 89 (4) ISSN 1392-1258 P66-84
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D Estimating the cost of
equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cituoja 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Optimization of the Ratio of the Bank Payment Cards Price and Quality Engineering
Economics 2010 N 21(1) ISSN 1392 ndash 2785 P 12 ndash 18
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
Cited by 4 (ISI Web)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological and economic
development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
URBŠIENĖ Laima The Concept of Globalisation current approaches Business Theory and Practice 2011 12(3)
ISSN 1648-0627 P 203-214
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological
and economic development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar
Kavaliauskė Monika VAIGINIENĖ Erika Franchise Business Development Model Theoretical
Considerations Business Theory and Practice 2011 N 12(4) ISSN 1648-0627 P323-331
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander Bode
Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico Baldegger and Victor
Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in
Management Education Academy of Management Learning amp Education 2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-
435
Cited by 10 (Google scholar)
8
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
9
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
12
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
13
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu
_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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GUDAITIS Tadas bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų fondų sistemoje
galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds investment strategy to the
private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6 No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627 Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
ČEKANAVIČIUS Linas KASNAUSKIENĖ Gindra Too High or Just Right Cost-Benefit Approach
to Emigration Question Inzinerine Ekonomika (Engineering Economics) 2009 N1 (61) ISSN 1392-2785
P 28-36 Cited by 7 (ISI Web)
Cited by 32 (Google scholar)
Loureiro S MC [KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Explaining Love of Wine Brands Journal of
Promotion Management 2012 Vol 18 Iss 3 P 329- 343 Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Loureiro Sandra Maria Correia Basile Gianpaolo Vrontis Demetris The increasing
dynamics between consumers social groups and brands Qualitative Market Research An International Journal Vol 15
Iss 4 P 404 ndash 419
Cited by 6 (Google scholar
Le Bas Christian LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas Cooperation and Partnership in the Innovation Process the Case of the
Information Technology Sector in Lithuania Intellectual Economics 2010 Nr 1(7) ISSN 1822-8011 P 7ndash17
Cited by 4 Google scholar)
Le Bas Chr LAUŽIKAS M Determinants of innovation culture and major impacts on the innovation
strategy the case of the Information technology sector in Lithuania Societal studies 2010 4(8) P 125ndash
139 ISSN 2029ndash2236 Cited by 4 (Google scholar)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation capabilities
Journal of security and sustainability issues ISSN 2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97 Cited by 3(Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The role of creativity in sustainable business Entrepreneurship and
Sustainability Issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Cente ISSN 2345-0282 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 Cited by 3 (Google scholar)
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas] Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the economic
performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues Vilnius Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
Center 2013 vol1(2) ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91 Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio informavimo ir konsultavimo priemonių taikymas darbuotojų kaitai mažinti
[Application of measures for vocational guidance and counseling to reduce staff turnover] Vocational
Education Research and Current Issues 2010 No19 ISSN 13926241 P 116 ndash 130
Cited by 3(Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinis orientavimas švietimo ir verslo plėtros kontekste [Vocational guidance in the context of education and business development] Acta paedagogica vilnensia 2010 Vol 25 ISSN 1392-5016 P
100 ndash 109
Cited by 7 (Google scholar) NAZELSKIS Eugenijus The Challenge for Professional Guidance ndash new professions in the labour market Acta pedagogika Vilnensia 2011 No26 ISBN 1392-5016 P135-146
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys VidmantasEmergence and introduction of the new occupations and qualifications in the national
systems of occupations and qualifications ndash theoretical and practical issues Business research challenges in a turbulent era 4th annual
EuroMed conference of the EuroMed academy of business October 20th ndash 21th 2011 University of Nicosia conference readings book
proceedings Elounda EuroMed Press 2011 ISBN 9789963711017 P 1283 ndash 1308
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė
organizacijose [The involvement of business entities in vocational guidance activities is a secure measure of obtaining the necessary
employees in organisation] Vocational Education Research and Relevant Issue 2013 Nr24 ISSN 1392-6241 P86 ndash 99
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
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Jasienė Meilė PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas Lietuvos pinigų ir kapitalo rinkų tarpusavio sąveiką lemiančių veiksnių
analizė [Analysis of Lithuanias monetary and capital markets interaction and factors impacting this interaction] Business Theory and Practice 2010 N 11(2) P 107 ndash 115 ISSN 1648-0627
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas SAČILKA Ovidijus Structured securities and their development in Lithuania
Ekonomika 2010 t 89 (4) ISSN 1392-1258 P66-84
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D Estimating the cost of
equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cituoja 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Optimization of the Ratio of the Bank Payment Cards Price and Quality Engineering
Economics 2010 N 21(1) ISSN 1392 ndash 2785 P 12 ndash 18
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
Cited by 4 (ISI Web)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological and economic
development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
URBŠIENĖ Laima The Concept of Globalisation current approaches Business Theory and Practice 2011 12(3)
ISSN 1648-0627 P 203-214
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological
and economic development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar
Kavaliauskė Monika VAIGINIENĖ Erika Franchise Business Development Model Theoretical
Considerations Business Theory and Practice 2011 N 12(4) ISSN 1648-0627 P323-331
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander Bode
Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico Baldegger and Victor
Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in
Management Education Academy of Management Learning amp Education 2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-
435
Cited by 10 (Google scholar)
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4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
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0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu_kompleksine_analizep
df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Jasienė Meilė PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas Lietuvos pinigų ir kapitalo rinkų tarpusavio sąveiką lemiančių veiksnių
analizė [Analysis of Lithuanias monetary and capital markets interaction and factors impacting this interaction] Business Theory and Practice 2010 N 11(2) P 107 ndash 115 ISSN 1648-0627
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas SAČILKA Ovidijus Structured securities and their development in Lithuania
Ekonomika 2010 t 89 (4) ISSN 1392-1258 P66-84
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
Mongrut S PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas DUBINSKAS Petras KOVALEVSKAJA Renata Fuenzalida D Estimating the cost of
equity in the Baltic Region Ekonomika 2010 N89 (3) ISSN 1392-1258 P 40-54
Cited by 5 (Google scholar)
DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Alterations in the financial markets of the Baltic countries and
Russia in the period of economic downturn Technological and economic development of economy 2010 Nr16(3)
ISSN 2029-4913 P 502-515
Cituoja 3(ISI Web)
Cited by 9 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Optimization of the Ratio of the Bank Payment Cards Price and Quality Engineering
Economics 2010 N 21(1) ISSN 1392 ndash 2785 P 12 ndash 18
Cited by 6 (Google scholar)
Cited by 4 (ISI Web)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological and economic
development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar)
URBŠIENĖ Laima The Concept of Globalisation current approaches Business Theory and Practice 2011 12(3)
ISSN 1648-0627 P 203-214
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBŠIENĖ Laima Assesment of construction object financing solutions Technological
and economic development of economy 2011 vol1 nr4 ISSN 2029-4913 P579-594
Cited by 1 (ISI Web)
Cited by 1 (Google scholar
Kavaliauskė Monika VAIGINIENĖ Erika Franchise Business Development Model Theoretical
Considerations Business Theory and Practice 2011 N 12(4) ISSN 1648-0627 P323-331
Cited by 2 (Google scholar)
Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander Bode
Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico Baldegger and Victor
Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in
Management Education Academy of Management Learning amp Education 2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-
435
Cited by 10 (Google scholar)
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4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
9
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0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu
_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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4 Statistics of scientific publications
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of publications 17 14 56 44 33 35 40
Number of publications in data bases
approved by the Research Council of
Lithuania and in publications with
scientific apparatus 9 13 54 43 34 34
40
Number of publications referred to on ISI
web data base 0 2 4 2 3 6
9
Number of books published by prestigious
foreign publishing houses 0 0 0 0 2 1
2
Number of authors of VU IBS 13 9 20 22 27 26 37
Of them - students 4 1 5 4 7 4 10
Points 2017 29 22966 11754 19082 24044 32699
Number of publication titles 10 8 30 22 22 25 26
17 14
5644
34 35 40
201729
22966
11754
19082
24044
327
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of scientific output grouth (2008-
2014)
Number of publications Number of points
17 14
54
44
28 27222017
29
122811754
6455
11835
104
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Dynamics of publication of scientific
articles (2008-2014)
Number of publications Number of points
2353
647
1176
4286
4286
714
714
1786
661
1071
536
3182
6136
682
12
21
1
31
6006
858
30
6215
255
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Publications ratio accordint to fields (proc)
2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
248
653
99
50
414
5234
106
712
152
3
381
542
77
1624
8279
079
6365
2732
896
4885
4841
092183
0
20
40
60
80
100
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Ratio of points for publication according
fields (proc) 2008 - 2013
Economics Management Law Psychology
9
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0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu
_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
25
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
27
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
29
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
31
3
8
15
31
4
27
10
31
4
23
4
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Foreign Institutions for 2010-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
Funding of scientific activities and innovations in 2011 ndash2014 (Eur)
Source of funding 2011 2012 2013 2014
International projects of scientific
research 19723 23312 65630 17150
Commissioned applied research 17493 109234 197810 101604
Funds allocated by The Lithuanian
Research Council 22330 55327 105162 65300
Financing by the EU structural funds 29778 106158 274952 59310
In total 89324 294030 643553 243364
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
64
15 1513 13
15
52
14 15 15
31
27
2 2
9 810
26
16
Growth Rate of Co-authoring Publications with Other Institutions for 2008-2014
Co-authoring publications Co-authors number
Number of Institutions
10
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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5 Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Staff
Rima Aušra Jūra Daiva
Rubčinskaitė Diliautaitė Žilytė Mažeikaitė Director of Deputy Director - Project manager Junior researcher
the Centre Lawyer
Goals of Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Carry out activities which will contribute to the international competitiveness of Lithuanian
business innovation and long-term economic growth
To muster researchers to conduct scientific research that meets the needs of the economy (the
market) and society
Activity areas of The Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre
Cooperation between businesses the Government and researchers in applied research areas
Studies that meet the demands of the market and society
Nurture and career development of researchers
Assistance in finding funding for scientific research activities
Initiation of thematic research programs networks
Participation in thematic research networks
Transfer of technology knowledge to the market
Implementation of innovative activities in all VU IBS processes
Organisation of science and popular science events
Implementation and coordination of business acceleration processes
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Actors in VU IBS science and innovations activities
Ieva AdomaitytėmdashSubačienė
Nikolaj Ambrusevič
Prof Jelena Angelis
Prof Antanas Apynis
Dr Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
Dr Florian Berger
Assoc Prof Dr Egidijus Bikas
Assoc Prof Dr Tatjana Bulajeva
Academician Antanas Buračas
Prof Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Miglė Černikovaitė
Petras Dubinskas
Assoc Prof Dr Vytautas Gavelis
Dr Tadas Gudaitis
Prof Thomas Heimer
Žilvinas Jančoras
dr Andrius Jaržemskis
Dr Daiva Jurevičienė
Andrius Juškys
Prof Dr Hans Ruediger
Kaufmann
Greta Keliuotytė
Prof Dr Stasys Kropas
Assoc Prof Dr Mindaugas
Laužikas
Dr Liudvika Leišytė
Dr Daiva Lepaitė
Dr Saulė MačiukaitėmdashŽvinienė
Dr Renata Matkevičienė
Dr Goumlran Melin
Aistė Miliūtė
Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė
Prof Dr Eugenijus Nazelskis
Dr Lina Novickytė
Prof Arvydas Paškevičius
Rasa Paulienė
Dr Dolores Sanchez Bengoa
Assoc Prof Dr Dalius Serafinas
Prof Dr Marija Stonkienė
Assoc Prof Dr Rolandas Strazdas
Prof Dr Stanislava Stungurienė
Dr Laima Urbšienė
Eigirdas Žemaitis
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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6 Conferences and other events
A cycle of Lectures and Seminars
ldquoDevelopment of Retail Electricity and Smart
Networksldquo
May 2014
The purpose of the cycle of seminars was to familiarise
students with the electricity market and the features of its
liberalisation development of the retail electricity market
and the smart grids renewable energy and electricity
market
The cycle of seminars was conducted by Assoc Prof Dr Rimvydas Baltaduonis The
lecturer has gained extensive experience in the area of energy economics and management Also he
has conducted research in universities of Australia Guatemala and Lithuania He currently teaches
experimental economics and conducts research in the field of the energy economy at Gettysburg
College in the United States of America and at the same time follows the ongoing processes in the
Lithuanian energy sector provides observations and comments on the ongoing reforms in this area
The lecturer is recognised as one of the most prominent experts in the field of energy economics and
management
A Seminar
ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent
Development in Enterprises of Information
and Communication Technologyldquo
May 2014
The seminar was attended by the participants of
the project ldquoInnovation Creativity and Talent E-training Program for ICT SMErsquos (ICT4SMEs)ldquo who
had an opportunity to test the distance learning program developed during the course of the project
This workshop was constituent part of training
The seminar was conducted by Roger Camras (UK) and Dr Mindaugas Laužikas (VU
IBS)
Roger Camras has a great experience in IT technology and management areas has been
influencing the most significant IT developments and discoveries since the 7th decade (one of the
pioneers of the global IP network cloud computing developers etc) He has discovered and ldquogrownrdquo
a number of start-ups which have been successfully operating until now I encourage using every
opportunity to get to know him to take the opportunity to analyse specific situations in practice based
on his experience and knowledge
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Associate Professor at VU IBS has gained experience in ICT sector
companies in London as a financial analyst contributed to the development of derivative financial
instruments platforms business conducts scientific activities in the field of innovation creativity
knowledge-based economy human resources high-tech fields is the Head of the Global Enterprise
Monitor GEM study (httpwwwgemconsortiumorg ) in Lithuania
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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The Series of Events ldquoScience Cafeldquo
Moments from the events
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 13 May 2014
The event was aimed at familiarising the community of VU IBS with the 2012-2013 Report on
Scientific Activities celebrating the achievements and sharing further business plans and expectations
On 13 May 2014 a
Presentation - Discussion was held on
A Scientific study MANAGEMENT OF THE BANKlsquoS FINANCE THE LESSONS LEARNT
AND THE EFFECTS OF REGULATORY MECHANISMSldquo
The authors of the study Stasys Kropas Linas Čiapas Giedrius Šidlauskas Danas
Vengraitis During the event the individuals who were interested in financial crisis had the opportunity
to have their questions answered by Dr Stasys Kropas a co-author of the study Professor at VU
IBS the President of the Lithuanian Banking Association
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 8 October 2014
The event involved the following Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of the Faculty Performance
and Development familiarised the community of VU IBS with the results of the assessment of the
performance of academic staff of VU IBS highlighted the main activities carried out by the faculty of
VU IBS thanked the most deserved lecturers presented the evaluation criteria
This event also involved the presentation of
A Scientific Monograph
ldquoCREATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT OF PROCESSESldquo
(Presentation of the manuscript)
Prof Dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė head of the project financed by the Research Council of
Lithuania together with other participants and co-authors of the project namely Assoc Prof Dr
Rolandas Strazdas and Žilvinas Jančoras presented the final outcomes obtained in devising the
methodology for the improvement of creative business enterprises ie a manuscript of the monograph
ldquoCreative Business Management Improvement of Processesldquo shared their insights and answered the
questions
ldquoScience Cafeldquo of 18 December 2014
During the event Prof Arvydas Paškevičius head of the project ldquoA Study of Investment Attraction in
the Lithuanian Capital Marketrdquo financed by the Research Council of Lithuania presented the findings of the
investigation Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė Coordinator of Faculty Performance and Development presented the
core concepts of her dissertation ldquoEducational empowerment of students by cooperating in university studiesrdquo
shared insights on how these results can be adapted to the educational process
During the event gratitude was extended to the most prominent colleagues in the research activities of
VU IBS The the following nominations were announced ldquoInternational citation of the year 2014rdquo (Petras
Dubinskas) ldquoMagnet of the Yearrdquo (prof Stanislava Stungurienė for active involvement of students in VU IBS
science activities) ldquoSocial Responsibility of the Yearrdquo (Dr Jurgita Vizgirdaitė for the active promotion of
students and involvement in social projects) ldquoDrive of the Yearrdquo (Daiva Mažeikaitė for the implementation of
two complicated projects) ldquoStudent of the Yearrdquo (Lina Vaitkūnaitė for her maximum contribution during the
interpship period while working with clients of the Innovations and Entrepreneurship Centre)
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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7 Scientific and applied research other
projects 71 International projects
E-government services to SMEs in the rural areas in the Baltic Sea region Goal The application of the E-governments solutions for the public sector in providing services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized business (SMB) in the Baltic Sea region Objectives
To improve the adaptation of public sector services to meet the needs of businesses
To promote the regional integration of skilled labour force
To create virtual meeting places for SMEs Partners 4 partners from Germany Finland and Denmark 3 partners from Latvia and Estonia respectively 1 partner from Sweden and 1 partner from Belarus The representatives of the working group in Lithuania Rokas Bekeris Aistė Miliūtė Duration 20090917 ndash 20130316
bdquoInnovation Creativity and Talent e-training program for ICT SMErsquos
(ICT4SMEs)
The aim of the project
To develop implement and evaluate the individualised training programmes targeted at
the development of creativity innovation and talent and coaching skills
Results The outcome of the project ldquoICT4SMEsrdquo was the development and testing of a 7 ECTS-
credit distance-learning programme targeted at one of the most promising business
sectors ie the information and communication (ICT) companies Thirty Lithuanian
small and medium business representatives working in the field of ICT were given the opportunity to try out a
designed programme for free and to apply the obtained knowledge into their businesses The individuals who
successfully completed the training were awarded certificates
Partners ESADE Business School (Spain) Office of the Marshal of the Pomorskie Voivodeship (Poland) Octrium (Holland) Camrass amp Company Ltd (the United Kingdom) Gdansk University of Technology (Poland)
Working group members in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Technical staff Daiva Mažeikaitė
Duration
October 2012 ndash September 2014
Project financed by Lifelong Learning Programme
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Public Engagement Innovations for Horizon 2020
The implementation of the PE2020 involves identifying analysing and
developing new and innovative measures of public engagement in science
(research projects education programmes) seeking to ensure the dynamic state
management
The aim and objectives of the project (1) to create a new policy evaluation
instrument for the science policy actors which will enable to identify evaluate
and successfully transfer innovative public engagement experience between
European countries (2) to create 2-6 theoretical practices for public engagement
in the decision-making processes
PE2020 will expand the possibilities of the European and national science policy actors to involve the public in
decision-making by providing new instruments for open access public engagement that will be included in the
Horizon 2020 programmersquos requirements and implementation process
Results
Inventory of PE procedures and practices in 37 European countries
Catalogue of 50 PE case descriptions
A refined typology of PE tools and instruments
A conceptual model of PE across the dynamically governed research policy cycle and related participatory
performance factors
Project partners National Consumer Research Centre (Finland) University of Helsinki (Finland) University of Aarhus
(Denmark) Labaratotorio di Scienze della cittadinanza (Italy) Vilnius University International Business School
(Lithuania)
Project duration February 2014 - February 2016
VU IBS research group Head of the research group Dr Saulė Mačiukaitė-Žvinienė
Chief researcher Dr Vytautas Dikčius
Researcher Dr Loreta Tauginienė
The project is funded by the European Commission under the 7th Framework programme
New model of teaching business start up knowledge
for adults citizens (NORDPLUS)
Results
The outcome of the project was the training module developed for adults whointend to start their own
business or acquire new skills and competences required for the search of job vacacies The module depending
on the content taught was developed using the latest teaching methods for adult teaching
Partners
Daugavpils University (Latvia) Economics and Management Institute (Estonia)
The working grouprsquos representatives in Lithuania Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginiene
Project executor Andrius Juškys
Expert Gediminas Varnas
Duration
May 2014 ndash December 2014
The project was funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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72 Projects of national programms
ldquoThe dynamics of Entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania 2012 ndash
2014rdquo The project team
Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Mindaugas Laužikas
Senior researcher Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Senior researcher Dr Vykinta Rosinaitė
Researcher Aistė Miliūtė
Junior Researcher Skaistė Batulevičiūtė
The project in brief This study aims to analyse the dynamics of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania within a
period of three years to identify the main macroeconomic factors which influence entrepreneurial and
entrepreneurial activities and to compare Lithuanian and world experience The three-year research cycle will
be based on a conceptual model which integrates entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship research methodologies
The created conceptual model will make it possible compare entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship activities in
Lithuania and in other countries around the world The entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship problems and
potential opportunities for the Lithuanian population will acquire a greater clarity in the global context whereas
the review of the processes of globalisation will make it possible to position the Lithuanian individuals involved
in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship processes on a global scale Based on the findings of the research
recommendations will be provided to promote entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship in Lithuania
The project results
1 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Jakimavičius Tomas Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2012 Studija [Lithuanian
Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University International Business
School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p
2 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The role of creativity in sustainable business
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) P 10-22 ISSN 2345-0282
3 Laužikas Mindaugas Mokšeckienė Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Social Research 2013 Nr 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
4 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė Rosinaitė Vikinta Intraprenership as a precondition for entrepreneurship conceptual considerations Building New
Business Models For Success Through Competitiveness and Responsibility 5th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2012 ISBN 978-9963-711-07-9 P 1797-1799
5 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Rosinaitė Vikinta Miliūtė Aistė Batulevičiūtė Skaistė
Dailydaitė Simona The role of cultural and social norms on intrapreneurship in Lithuania
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th EMRBI
Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
6 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Jakimavičius Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in CEEC belonging to the EU since
2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2014 ISBN 978-
9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
7 Laužikas Mindaugas Dailydaitė Simona Impacts of social capital on transformation from
efficiency to innovation-driven business Journal of Business Economics and Management 2015
Volume 16(1) p 37ndash51
8 Laužikas Mindaugas Vaiginienė Erika Miliūtė Aistė Varnienė Skaistė Dailydaitė Simona
Grybauskienė Milita Užkuraitė Austėja Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai 2013
Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2013 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2014 ISSN 2335-2051 89 p
Duration March 2012 ndash December 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0092012)
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ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
43
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
18
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
ldquoResearch of attracting investments into Lithuanian capital marketrdquo
The project team
Project manager and Chief researcher Dr Arvydas Paškevičius Chief researcher Academician Habil Dr Antanas Buračas Chief researcher Dr Stanislava Stungurienė Researcher drLaimutėUrbšienė Researcher Rima Rubčinskaitė
The project in brief
Over the last decade the global financial and capital markets have undergone very significant
changes Scientists all over the world find that the modern advances have resulted primarily from rapid
development of computer technologies and advances in the area of communications In the conditions of
severe competition for investors funds both the developed countries and those which only begin to create
their capital markets began to rapidly liberalise the legal regulation of securities trade and its supervision
Instead of isolated closed national capital markets a single highly integrated capital market has emerged
The project aims to explore the factors which determine the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
capital market in Lithuania The final stage of the project will result in a complex of legal economic and
organisational recommendations that will enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of the
Lithuanian capital market
The project results
1 [URBŠIENĖ Laima MATVEJEVA Aliona STASKEVIČIŪTĖ Jovita] The effect of financial
system development on economic growth evidence for Lithuania Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos
psichologija ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla ISSN 2029-5774 2012 T 3 Nr 2(5)
P70-92
2 Jasienė Meilutė [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Astrauskaitė Ieva Bond Market Analysis the Main
Constraints in the Research of 21st Century Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir
studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 224-240
3 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
4 [BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization Saarbruumlcken
LAP Lambert Academic publishing ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
5 [POCIUS Viktoras STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] The Factors of the
Attractiveness of the Capital Market of Lithuania Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV ISSN 1877-0428 2014 vol 110 P 1052-1062 ISSN 1877-0428
6 Astrauskaitė Ieva [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] COMPETITION BETWEEN BANKS AND BOND
MARKETS HARDLY IMPACTED OR SOFTLY COMPLEMENTED 5th International Conference bdquoThe
Economies of Balkan and Eastern Europe Countries in the changed worldldquo EBEEC 2013 Istanbul Turkey
May 9-12 2013 113 psl
7 [PAŠKEVIČIUS Arvydas] Strengthening of Lithuanian capital market competitiveness The 21st Global
Finance Conference March 31-April 2 2014 JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai UAE
Duration
May 2012 ndash April 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0082012)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
20
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
21
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
22
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu
_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
23
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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ldquoPreparation of Methodology for Improvement of Creative Business Enterprisesldquo The project working group
The project manager and senior researcher prof dr Jūratė Černevičiūtė
Senior researcher assoc prof dr Rolandas Strazdas
Junior researcher Žilvinas Jančoras
The project in brief
Creative industries are considered to be the core of the service economy and are important not only for
developing services but also in the processes of innovation In accordance with the overall innovation performance
indicators in 2012 Lithuania ranked as 62nd That means the inefficient use of resources not only for knowledge
and technology but also for the development of creative products The enhancement of the creation process
efficiency is an acute problem not only for Lithuaniarsquos but also for other countriesrsquo enterprises of creative
industries
Process analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (TPS LEAN TOC 6 Sigma etc) have been created
and widely used in manufacturing companies These methodologies enable manufacturing companies to reduce
costs and increase efficiency These techniques are being adapted also successfully applied to service companies
but the sector of creative industries has its own specifics the direct application of these techniques can adversely
affect the medium needed for creation processes and the quality of creative products
The project involves having conducting research to develop methodology for improvement of creative business
enterprises which can be applied to both Lithuanian and foreign companies of the creative industries seeking to
increase their efficiency and competitiveness
The project results
1 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The
XXV ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June
2014 P 1-13
2 [CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference proceedings
Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-6054303342
3 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance] [Business process identification in the context
of improvement of creative industries corporate performance 2014 t 5 Nr1(8) p14-26
4 [STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė JANČORAS Žilvinas] Kūrybinio verslo
valdymas procesų tobulinimas monografija [Creative business management process improvement
monograph] Kaunas Technologija 2014 176 p
Duration July 2013 ndash September 2014
The project is funded by The Lithuanian Research Council Agreement No MIP-0922013
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ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
ldquoDimension of Individuals and Companies Behavioural Financesrdquo
The project team Project manager and Senior researcher Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher Dr Daiva Jurevičienė Researcher Petras Dubinskas Researcher Lina Novickytė (doctoral student at VU) Researcher Greta Keliuolytė ndash Staniulėnienė
The project in brief
This study seeks to evaluate non-professional investors financial behaviour to reveal the cognitive and
emotional factors which influence market movements focusing on the investors limited rationality and to explain
the impact of psychology on investment activities The research focuses on Lithuanian companies and private
individuals in order to identify the types of non-professional investors which would effectively explain investors
financial decisions The results will be useful to governmental institutions that make decisions on the appropriate
fiscal and monetary policy measures The results will enable governmental institutions to more effectively
coordinate the borrowing policy of the state
The project results
1 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Behavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences Amsterdam
Elsevier BV 2013 vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
2 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta] Personality
types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference AIIC 2013
24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific
Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
3 [JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS
Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania Business management
and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491 2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-
349
4 [BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash STANIULĖNIENĖ
Greta DUBINSKAS Petras] Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų rinkose mokslo studija [Non-
professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets study] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p ISBN
9786090210154
Duration April 2012 ndash December 2013
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania (Nr MIP-0072012)
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu
_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Postdoctoral sabbatical
Supervisor Dr Teodoras Medaiskis
Researcher Dr Tadas Gudaitis The theme ldquoThe creation of a simulation model ldquoLife Cyclerdquo funds system
Results
1 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Gyvenimo cikloldquo ir bdquogyvenimo stiliausldquo fondų sistemų investavimo strategijų
vertinimas privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų sistemos kontekste [Assessment of ldquoLife Cyclerdquo and
ldquoLife Stylerdquo funds investment strategies in the context of private 2nd pillar pension funds system]
Practice and research in private and public sector - 2012 international scientific conference
conference proceedings Vilnius April 26-27 2012 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio universiteto Leidybos
centras 2012 ISSN 2029-7378 p 406-416
2 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų investavimo strategijos pritaikymo privačių pensijų
fondų sistemoje galimybių vertinimas [The assessment of possibilities to apply ldquoLife-cyclerdquo funds
investment strategy to the private pension system] Applied Economics systemic research 2012 Vol6
No 1 ISSN 1822ndash7996 P115-127
3 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės -
praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d
Vilnius[Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania
Economic Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held
in faculty of Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN
978-609-436-019-0 p65-82
4 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos
rezultatų analizė Practice and research in private and public sector ndash 2013 3rd international
scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas Romeris University April 11-12 2013
ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
5 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful in
Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-16
6 [GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old
age pension in Lithuania Ekonomika 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P 54-72
7 [GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio sukūrimas ir
pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas
Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys 2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
8 Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second Pillar
Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
9 Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice Verslas Teorija ir Praktika
Vilnius Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40 ISSN 1648-0627
Duration
March 2012 ndash February 2014
Funded by the Research Council of Lithuania( in accordance with VP1-31-ŠMM-01)
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
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_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
24
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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73 Commissioned and other research
Commissioned RampD study ldquoProspective application of the research methodology
of the policy of higher educationrdquo
The goal of the RampD study was to test the research methodology (hereinafter ndash Methodology) and to prepare recommendations for its application in the strategic management of the system of studies Objectives
- To carry out the analysis of changes in the studies policy in Lithuania in 2009-2011 in the areas of study quality socio-economic environment and the management of the study system
- To conduct the comparative analysis of the Lithuanian studies policy and the European Higher Education Area (hereinafter ndash EHEA) as well as the EU strategic provisions to substantiate the recommendations concerning the instruments of the study policy and the improvement of its implementation
- To substantiate the recommendations of the Methodology application in the strategic management of the studies system
The project team
Senior researcher and Project manager Dr Erika Vaiginienė Researcher ndash expert Rima Rubčinskaitė (Masterrsquos degree) Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Marija Stonkienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Renata Matkevičienė Researcher ndash expert Dr Inga Milišiūnaitė Chief researcher ndash expert Dr Juozas Ruževičius Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Dalius Serafinas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Daiva Lepaitė Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Tatjana Bulajeva Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Vikinta Rosinaitė Researcher ndash expert Dr Andrius Jaržemskis Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Egidijus Bikas Senior researcher ndash expert Dr Mindaugas Laužikas Researcher ndash expert Petras Dubinskas Researcher ndash expert Aistė Miliūtė (Masterrsquos degree) Expert Dr Goumlran Melin (Technopolis Group) Expert Prof Thomas Heimer (Technopolis Group) Expert Dr Florian Berger (Technopolis Group) Expert Liudvika Leišytė PhD (University of Twente ndash CHEPS)
Project results [VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija [JARŽEMSKIS Andrius] et al Lietuvos studijų politikos
2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė [monografija] [A complex analysis of the changes in the
Lithuanian policy on studies from 2009 through 2011 a monograph] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu
_kompleksine_analizepdf
[VAIGINIENĖ Erika] Stonkienė Marija Leišytė Liudvika et al Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei
Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [A report on benchmarking the
Lithuanian policy on studies and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union a study]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu
_lyginamosios_analizes_ataskaitapdf Duration June 2012 ndash December 2013
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu_lyginamosios_analizes_
ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu_kompleksine_analizep
df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Commissioned research in accordance with the instrument ldquoInno-vouchers LTldquo
The services provided
Brand strategy creation evaluation
Innovation Management
A study on the efficiency of leadership and managerial competences of the directors of
enterprises
Employee motivation research and intervention
Customer service survey problem formulation and mathematical modeling of decisions
The services as listed above were commissioned by SMEs from different business sectors
Information and Communication Technology
Accounting and Finance
Food industry
Advertising services
Logistics
Medical Services
Wholesale retail trade
Chemical Industry
Vehicle repair
Over the period of 2012 ndash 2014 the services were provided to 12 business entities
PI ldquoVersli Lietuvaldquo customer service satisfaction survey
Export programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Entrepreneurship programme participantsrsquo satisfaction survey
Project group
Dr Erika Vaiginienė
Prof Vytautas Dikčius
Daiva Mažeikaitė
Jūra Žilytė
Aušra Diliautaitė
Project duration
December 2012 ndash February 2013
A two-year project ldquoUpgrade of the VU IBS quality management
model and international accreditationrdquo (2011-2013) Upgrade of VU IBS internal quality system
The introduction of ISO 14001
IQA CEEMAN accreditation
The introduction of ldquoFull Pricingrdquo system
The introduction of theldquoKnowledge Transferrdquo process
The introduction of business acceleration
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu_lyginamosios_analizes_
ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_2009E280932011_m_pokyciu_kompleksine_analizep
df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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8 Publications
81 Scientific monographs studies
Beresnevičius Gediminas BERESNEVIČIENĖ Danguolė Parameters of the creative product and
factors that determine it International Business Innovation Psychology Economics 2013 T 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P21-53 The article reviews scientific literature and determines essential criteria for describing a creative product It also analyzes factors
that determine creating a product and presents a model of the factors that determine a creative product
The novelty and originality parameters are applied to the definition of a creative product Also additional criteria such as the value appropriateness usefulness applicability etc are introduced
Creativity can be considered as the most important factor of a creative product However the systematic approach shows that there
are more factors that determine both the creativity and creative activity outcome We have found the outcome of creation to be determined by the creative potential (skills experience knowledge imagination intuition) the management of the creative process (goals specific skills emotions will disposition
self-esteem methods) personal characteristics of the creator the exuberance ldquoweightrdquo and other parameters of a problem the environment and operating
conditions A structural model of creative product determinants is compiled according to the above factors There are eight main groups of various factors creative potential management of creative process personal characteristics human exuberance different parameters of the problem
environment and creating conditions The level and quality (novelty value suitability etc) of a creative outcome depend on the influence the factors
mentioned in the model has on the creator
Key words creative product creativity factors that determine creative product
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina KELIUOTYTĖ ndash
STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta DUBINSKAS Petras Neprofesionalių investuotojų elgsena finansų
rinkose [Non-professional investorsrsquo behavior in financial markets] Kaunas Technologija 2013 109 p
ISBN 9786090210154
The scientific study examines the theoretical aspects of the behavior of financial investors provides an overview of recent studies
on financial behavioral the theories examined in detail are presented to explain the peculiarities of financial behavior of investors (prospect theory heuristics and deviations) The main focus is on corporate financial behavior (arbitration the efficient market
hypothesis behavior of irrational investors) analysis The research allowed identification of investment trends in population and
companies while the results obtained enabled to identify the typology of investors (population) in Lithuania portfolio results depending on the types of performance corporate investment behavior
[KROPAS Stasys ČIAPAS Linas ŠIDLAUSKAS Giedrius VENGRAITIS Danas] Krizės
pamokos ir reguliavimo priemonių poveikis [Lessons learnt from the crisis and the impact of regulatory
measures] Vilnius Vilniaus universiteto leidykla 2013 ndash 352 p ISBN 978-609-459-274-4 Abstract In 2008 the global financial crisis was the largest and most widespread triggering losses that were the highest after the
world was shaken by the economic depression of 1930 In an effort to control the crisis the governments and central banks took
various vigorous measures The lessons learned from the crisis and a fundamentally new banking regulation and supervision policy are fundamentally changing the traditional banking activities and pose higher requirements for banking financial management Not
only the monetary and banking business concept is changing but also the knowledge and the studies on banking and banking
financial management its nature and importance The core of this problem is well illustrated by the fact that the European Unionrsquos leaders decided to strengthen the economy and integration ie by creation of a European banking union Being associated with banking activities and directly experienced
the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008 the authors of the study evaluate the changes introduced in the banking sector and the financial
management of banks from both theoretical and empirical aspect The study examines the content of a change in the bankrsquos performance the regulatory environment and supervision system as well as various bank management issues We believe that this study will be interesting and useful not only for
students involved in the activities of banks and employees of credit and financial institutions but also for public sector policy makers We also hope that
it will be helpful for businesses and households increasingly having to deal with banks and use their services
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
DAILYDAITĖ Simona JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas] Lietuvos verslumo stebėsenos tyrimo rezultatai
2012 Studija [Lithuanian Entrepreneurship Monitor survey 2012 Study] Vilnius Vilnius University
International Business School 2013 ISSN 2335-2051 69 p This study is focusing on data obtained during the annual Lithuanian Enterprise Monitor survey which is conducted through the
Global Entrepreneurship Research Association by means of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) methodology Vilnius
University International Business School research group joined the Association in 2011 and in Lithuania in 2012 this study was conducted for the second time Lithuanian adult population survey and expert interviews were carried out in May and June of 2012
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
httpwwwmostaltimagesdocumentsanalizelietuvos_studiju_politikos_ir_eame_bei_es_strateginiu_nuostatu_lyginamosios_analizes_
ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio orientavimo koncepcijos naudojimas profesinio orientavimo
sistemai tobulinti Lietuvoje [Using the concept of vocational guidance to improve vocational guidance
systems in Lithuania ] Leonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos link [from pedagogics towards
education] mokslo studija[scientific study] Vilnius Vilnius University Publishing House 2013 ISBN
9786094591822 P 232-283
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Profesinio veiklinimo būtinybė Lietuvoje formuojant karininko profesijos
pasirinkimo motyvaciją Globalizacijos iššūkiai ugdymo procesui visuomenė ir kariuomenė mokslo
studija = [Necessity for vocational guidance in Lithuania in shaping the officerrsquos career choices for
motivation The Challenges of Globalisation in the educational process the public and the army a
scientific study Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania] 2013 ISBN
9786098074161 P 113-127
STARKEVIČIŪTĖ Margarita Augimas ir iššūkiai Lietuvos ekonomika 1990-2012 m
monografija[Growth and Challenges The Lithuanian Economy in 1990-2012 monography]Kaunas
Technologija 2013 151 p ISBN 9786090209974 The monograph analyzes the conception and factors of economic growth provides an overview of the models of economic growth in shaping the attitudes to the national economic policies The author seeks to further discuss how economic policy determines the
characteristics of the development of national economies examines the results of the economic transformation and describes the impact of reforms on growth The process of economic reforms is being assessed as well as macroeconomic stabilization measures
their occurrence characteristics in Lithuania are highlighted the EU member statersquos economic policy implementation issues are
revealed and recommendations provided The author examines the global governance framework and provides a macro-economic policy coordination paradigm that includes methodological institutional and socio-cultural factors
The monograph is designed to those who research and study the process of economic growth its factors and sources in the context of the global economy
to those who are eager to familiarize with the Lithuanian economic transformation development and lessons that had to be learnt as well as to anyone interested in the Lithuanian economic policy
VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos ir EAME bei Europos Sąjungos strateginių nuostatų
lyginamosios analizės ataskaita studija [Report on Benchmarking the Lithuanian policy of studies and
the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union] Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir
analizės centras 2013 373 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-1-0
Abstract The study consists of three parts In the first part the author reviews the higher education reform in the European Union
identifies the participants in European higher education policy discusses the strategy for enhancing the competitive advantage of the European Unionrsquos system of higher education as well as the Bologna process analyses the constitutional provisions on principles of
autonomy in European Union countries examines the situation in the higher education system of the EHEA and the European
Union from the perspective of management quality in higher education and the social dimension (access to higher education) The second part deals with
the benchmarking of the Lithuanian higher education policy and the strategic provisions of the EHEA and the European Union examines the
implementation of Lithuanian higher education policy over the period of 2009-2011
In the third part on the basis of the review of the strategic provisions and the analysis of the implementation of higher education policy measures the assessment of future priorities listed in the strategic documents of the European Union and Lithuania the author provides recommendations for the
improvement of the Lithuanian higher education policy measures and their implementation processes
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ataskaitapdf
[VAIGINIENĖ E et al] Lietuvos studijų politikos 2009ndash2011 m pokyčių kompleksinė analizė
[monografija] [A comprehensive analysis of the Lithuanian study policy of 2009-2011 a monograph]
Vilnius Mokslo ir studijų stebėsenos ir analizės centras 2013 465 p ISBN 978-9955-9334-0-3 Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate Lithuanian higher education policy changes that took place over the period of 2009-
2011 and impacted the creatio of the environment that fosters the competitiveness of the Lithuanian higher education system
Competitiveness is defined as the competitiveness of a national higher education system ie the capacity of the higher education system to establish maintain and develop an environment that would create preconditions for the higher education system to
compete not only at national but also at global level as well as to raise public and state welfare The examination of the Lithuanian
higher education policy changes over the period of 2009-2011involved the analysis of the national higher education policy the discussion of the study quality strategic provisions for the social and economic environment (accessibility of studies) of studies the higher education management policy and its
implementation The study was conducted using the systerm of Methodology (2012) indicators The study involved the analysis of the primary and
secondary documents and a structured interview of higher education experts In the context of competitiveness the political environment dimensions were assessed through the application of Porterrsquos Diamond model The investigation revealed that the main role is played by the deployment of a market-
oriented higher education systemrsquos governance model assurance of the compliance with the international higher education standards and the international
practice and the diversity The diversity must be ensured by promoting a wide range of higher education schools and study programmes (academic and vocational) in terms of didactics and form (traditional and IT-based technologies) the diversity of higher education funding sources and the diversity of
students (representing different social groups) Another factor is professional development The study showed that a synergistic effect could be achieved if
the higher education systemrsquos managing personnel and university management would undergo professional training in the field of the strategic planning and management skills development It is also necessary to develop the professional educational communication practical and training competences of
the academic community Much attention should be given to cooperation with various stakeholders to ensure the compliance of the learning outcomes of
the higher education system with the public and market needs
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df
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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811 Scientific monographs studies published in public house of International
recognition
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger et al Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage
Industry Hershey PA IGI Global 2013 414 p ISBN 978-1-4666-2857-1 Although studies indicate the assumption of one single European market other research emphasizes European countries have
distinct market identities Meanwhile as individual countries begin to have a more widespread understanding of culture global
culture still remains unshared between countries Consumption Culture in Europe Insight into the Beverage Industry brings the most relevant theories about culture and European
market segmentation as well as providing updated data for the evaluation and analyses of the European consumption patterns in the
beverage market This comprehensive collection is an essential tool for policy-makers and those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs
BURAČAS Antanas MATVEJEVA Aliona URBŠIENĖ Laima ZABINSKAS Paulius] Formation and evaluation of financial investments impact on growth and optimization
Saarbruumlcken LAP Lambert Academic publishing 2014 ISBN 9783848494408 172 p
Abstract The study is dedicated to the analytical approaches and application of the instruments
recommended for the formation of finance instruments and evaluation of their feasibility (sample of NASDAQ OMX Baltic securities) The financial sector as a gene rator of sustainable development is at the
same time an important instability determinant influencing the risk of adverse economic recession The first part (Laima Urbš ienė
Aliona Matvejeva) is investigating the relationship amp trends in variables that may capture the impact of stock market develop ment on economic growth by employing Granger causality test and OLS regression to test hypothesis In the second part (Paulius Zabinskas
Antanas Buracas) the portfolio optimization management is analyzed with account of different risk levels management strateg ies
The five types of portfolios for the 2007 ndash 2012 were analyzed what revealed that there is more important to minimi ze investment risks instead of trying to find the best expected return versus risk ratio point during instable periods in the market
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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82 Scientific articles in journals and other quoted scientific
publications
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Public ndash Private Partnership Developing Sector of High Technology in
Lithuania International journal of business and management studies 2014 Nr 3(1) P 337-346 ISSSN
2158-1479
Abstract The author of the presented paper aims at discovering the main patterns for evaluation of the process of development of the sector of high technology in the context of social economic and technological progress The author develops and suggests a
methodology necessary to assess the importance of publicndashprivate partnership in the process of the development of the sector of high
technology Main theories dedicated for the development of the sector of high technology are analysed here Theoretical assumption to use human development index for the measurement of countriesrsquo ability to develop the sector of high technology on example of
EU is also discussed and examined here too As a result the author determines main aspects defining the assessment of importance of governmental
sector as one of the main element of publicndashprivate partnership on industrial business national and international levels in the process of high technology development in Lithuania
Keywords High technology sector Publicndashprivate partnership Governmental sector Data bases ProQuest Ulrichrsquos Periodicals Directory IBSS
BIKAS Egidijus JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ LinaBehavioural
finance The Emergence and Development Trends Procedia social and behavioral sciences
Amsterdam Elsevier BV 2013 Vol 82 ISSN 1877-0428 P870-876
Global financial markets are influenced by many factors the economic processes which take place in the country and the world institutional and political constraints information dissemination and accessibility and so on However one of the most important
factors is the peoples reaction and perception For each investor regardless of financial instruments business is a constant decision-
making process The article aims to analyse the research of non-professional investorsrsquo financial behaviour in a historical-theoretical perspective This article reveals the aims of recognition and emotional factors on market movements focusing on a limited number
of investor rationality and explains the psychological effects of investing activities The methods of analysis and synthesis description and comparison
were applied in the article Graphical visualization is used for demonstration of results
Keywords Behavioural Finance Behavioural Biases Investment Decission Making of Individuals Data bases PubMed ScienceDirect Conference Proceedings Citation Index
[DIKČIUS Vytautas KATKUVIENĖ Kristina] Perception of odd prices in a Post-Soviet country an
impact of the ideology of planned economy Journal of Business Economics and Management Vilnius
Vilniaus Gedimino technikos universitetas Volume 15 Issue 2 2014 P 356-368
Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze how European integration and especially changes in ownership has affected banking
efficiency in Central and Eastern European countries which have recently experimented this process more intensely Using a
stochastic frontier approach applied to panel data we have estimated bank efficiency levels in a sample of 189 banks from 12 countries during the period 2000 to 2008 and we have analyzed the influence of some bank characteristics on these efficiency levels
The results show that European integration has significantly improved the cost efficiency of banks in these countries but profit
efficiency has significantly decreased We have found very small differences between different ownership types and only a very small impact of foreign ownership on cost efficiency showing that the entry of foreign ownership is not enough to explain the significant variations in banking efficiency after the
accession
Data bases Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science) Business Source Complete Iconda Scopus
GUDAITIS Tadas] Medaiskis Teodoras Assessing the impact of second pillar component on old age
pension in Lithuania Ekonomika Vilnius Vilniaus universitetas 2013 t 92 nr 4 ISSN 1392-1258 P
54-72
Abstract The aim of the study was is to evaluate the impact of a privately accumulated second pillar component on old-age
pension This evaluation is based on quantitative statistical data and qualitative analysis of pension accumulation results in second
pillar during the years 2004ndash2012 Three groups of different monthly wage size (low medium and high) earners are analyzed by
calculating the accumulated amounts and old-age pension values of persons who joined and who did not join the second pillar pension funds in 2004 and who retired in the beginning of 2013 The pension reform success (or failure) is evaluated from the point
of view of old age pension beneficiaries by comparison of gain or loss of all three groups of participants due to participation in second pillar pension
funds The results show that due to the longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in the second pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in the pay-as-you-go system The comparison of ldquoofficialrdquo annuities exposes a more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds but is not confirmed by commercial annuities
Keywords old-age pension private second pillar pension funds pension reform
Data bases ProQuest Econlit (EBSCO) IBSS
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Maccioni Fiori A [GUDAITIS Tadas] Optimal Individual Choice of Contribution to Second
Pillar Pension System in Lithuania CRENoS Working Papers Cagliari Crenos 2014 N2 P 1-17
Abstract The 2013 pension reform in Lithuania forced workers to choose their level of participation to the second pillar
system Three options were given a lower contribution rate a higher contribution rate with governmental subsidy and to exit from the second pillar
system The aim of this article is to evaluate the best rational choice for individuals of different gender and age depending on the expected financial returns of their second pillar accounts Results reveal that the participation in the second pillar system is always more convenient than the abandonment
even under the conservative hypothesis of zero real rate of return Because of the governmental subsidy the higher contribution rate can be the best choice
for young and middle-aged workers and its convenience increases with higher expected returns
Keywords Lithuanian pension system private pension funds rational choice second pillar
[GUDAITIS Tadas] bdquoGyvenimo cikloldquo fondų sistemos simuliacinio modelio
sukūrimas ir pritaikymas Lietuvos pensijų kaupimo sistemoje Projekto
bdquoPodoktorantūros stažuočių įgyvendinimas Lietuvojeldquo mokslinių straipsnių rinkinys
2014 ISBN 978-609- 417-079-9 p18-22
Abstract Considering negative consequences of financial crisis when values of 2nd pillar pension fundsrsquo
assets significantly decreased it was proposed mandatory transformation of existing fully funded 2nd pillar pension (P2P) system from bdquoLife Styleldquo
investment funds to bdquoLife Cycleldquo investment funds system ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system consists of investment funds which assets allocation is diversified according investment risk level of financial asset classes and fundrsquos investment strategy based on permanent reduce of investment risk level closer to the
beginning of participantrsquos retirement age Such transformation would resolve the main current problem - the participants of P2P funds will not need to
switch to lower investment risk pension fund closer to retirement age Main advantages of ldquo Life Cycle fundsrsquo system are firstly professional investor is
responsible for managing investment risk during accumulation period In addition the investment risk is spread over the entire accumulation period it
might ensure higher investment returns when P2P fund participant is younger and automatically reduces impact of investment risk closer to retirement
age Prior transformation to ldquoLife Cycleldquo fundsrsquo system the following potential threats must be solved high management costs ldquoGlide pathldquo in long term period Moreover investment performance measurement and benchmarking system must be created
Navickas M [GUDAITIS Tadas] Krajnakova E Influence of Financial Literacy on Management of
Personal Finances in a Young Household Business Theory and Practice 2014 vol 15(1) P 32-40
ISSN 1648-0627 Abstract The article focuses on the importance of financial literacy to management of personal finances in a young household Responsible management of personal finances should be fostered since early stages of life as financial mistakes made during the
years of youth can be costly and difficult to correct in the future Moreover a high level of financial literacy has a positive impact on
day-to-day decision making and leads to higher saving rates which improves the quality of life in the long run The paper deals with main factors affecting the low level of financial literacy in Lithuania and other countries Results of the survey of Lithuanian
residents are compared to results of similar foreign researches
Data bases Academic Search Complete Business Source Complete ICONDA IndexCopernicus Scopus SummonTM Ulrichrsquos
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta NOVICKYTĖ
Lina DUBINSKAS Petras] Assessment of Corporate Behavioural Finance Procedia - Social and
Behavioral Sciences Amsterdam Elsevier 2014 Vol140 (22) P 432-439 ISSN 1877-0428
Abstract Behavioural finance is important at the individual as well as corporate levels A lot of researches analysing corporate
behavioural finance have been made in recent decades However all are related to solutions of capital or debt financing problems finding the best possible source of capital increase or the cheapest debt possibility This article aims to evaluate corporate financial
investment decisions made via expertsrsquo survey trying to assess the main players in financial markets between non-financial
companies taking into consideration portfolio formation motivation of investments risk-return relationship etc The results show that Lithuanian non-financial companies are not very active in the financial market they choose less risky (less profitable) short-term investments keep a
considerable amount in cash or time deposits and strive to accumulate funds from financial investments for implementation of various projects related to
their main company activities Generally service companies operating for more than five years and with sales volume exceeding 145 million Euros per year are the main players in the financial market among non-financial companies
Keywords Behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance corporate investments decisions experts survey Data bases Web of Science MEDLINE Science Direct Scopus
[JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva BIKAS Egidijus KELIUOTYTĖ - STANIULĖNIENĖ Greta
DUBINSKAS Petras NOVICKYTĖ Lina] Corporate behavioural finance ndash the case of Lithuania
Business management and education = Verslas vadyba ir studijos Vilnius Technika ISSN 2029-7491
2013 vol 11 no 2 p 333-349 Abstract Behavioural finances became especially important in recent years Majority of studies covers individual investor decision making factors while corporate customersrsquo investment behaviour as a rule encompass liability side (capital expenses financing and
structure dividend policy assessment of potential investment projects etc) This paper aims to establish investment possibilities of
non-financial corporate investors in financial markets basing on accomplished survey of companies managers and strives to determine enterprise investment in financial assets assumptions Though the results of the survey sample not fully meets the requirements of
representativeness but satisfy the minimum margin error ndash up to 10 percent ndash acceptable level
Keyword(s) behavioural finance behavioural corporate finance non-financial corporate investments in financial markets non-financial companiesrsquo
survey
Data bases Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) CEEOL
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Loureiro Sandra Maria KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Intentions towards Sustainability of Young
Adults a Cross Cultural Comparison World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable
Development Geneva Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract Education for sustainable development in higher education is becoming increasingly important for success of universities
and other institutions where students will exercise their professions The main goal of this study is to apply the theory of planned
behaviour to analyse sustainability attitudes behaviours and intentions among students in higher education institutions across five countries USA Portugal Cyprus Serbia and South Korea The results suggest that individualism masculinity and power distance moderate the effects
of attitude and behaviour on sustainable intentions Individuals in more individualistic and masculine societies tend to be more pro-active and assertive in
their attitudes decisions and reactions towards sustainability In universities located in societies that score high in power distance professors and senior managers must be very clear when defining and practicing sustainability issues in courses classes and on campus
Keywords sustainable development higher education theory of planned behaviour TPB cross-cultural studies young adults
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 No 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the
creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion
designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas
Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing houses (CEEOL)
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ RasaThe role of creativity in sustainable
businessEntrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues 2013 Vol 1(1) ISSN 2345-0282 P 10-22
The present article aims to examine a set of creativity-related concepts dimensions patterns different ways and techniques of generating ideas developing talents funding opportunities as well as protecting intellectual property rights and in particular how
all these factors affect the economy and sustainable business To continue there is the importance of intercultural dialogue analysed
while opening co-operation and partnership opportunities in various regions mobility opportunities among artists as well as
developing skills creativity innovations and entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship emerges as an important factor in a rapidly
changing world of business and transforming creative ideas into a value-added There is a significant number of university studies
creative businesses and or entrepreneurship programs tackled via presenting programs at universities while the symbiosis lsquoBusiness-Artsrsquo brings new colours to the image of creativity investments in human resources trainings researches lifelong learning and entrepreneurship open up new opportunities
of merging arts and business and concentrating a wide range of artistic and business talents in one area (incubators and or clusters of arts) where arts and
business complement each other Thus the research question how does the creativity affect a sustainable business performance in Lithuania A solid Global Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology and data mainly for the year of 2011 (including some newest trends for 2012) were used in order to light
up the main problems and trends of enhancing the creativity in Lithuanian companies while creating a higher value-added and competitive advantage
Keywords Creativity Culture Arts Sustainability Business Development Entrepreneurship European Union
Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The symbiosis of art and business in the fashion
design industry Intellectuall economics 2013 Vol 7 Nr 1(15) ISSN 1822-8011 P 101-120
Creativity exists in economies that are promoting open dialogue and cultural and gender equality with sufficient investment in the creative industries and their knowledge-based economy is flourishing While the significance of the creative industries in the field of
education is being recognised only a small number of Lithuanialsquos study programmes combines artistic and business aspects The
results obtained on the basis of qualitative study justify the importance of such interdisciplinary study programmes The fashion designers who were surveyed in the study are not able and fail to research the market entrusting the task to professionals Designers
recognize the significance of marketing and strategic planning in the fashion design and claim that innovation is associated with
materials technology communication facilities computer graphics and dozens of other issues However the specific aspects of the business-related knowledge and skills (marketing legal tax management economics finance entrepreneurship business creation and development negotiating and
technology) are lacked by fashion design professionals The work of art and the role of innovation are stressed as a competitive factor that allows not only
to successfully compete but also to participate in lifelong studies Consultation in the field of business is necessary for creativity and entrepreneurial skills to contribute to the economic and social well-being The favorable tax and financial assistance system is relevant for free creation business development
and introduction of artists businessmen works in the market Savings in terms of creativity and innovation in the short-term can be costly in the long turn
as it is the art and business alignment that helps to ensure the sustainable development satisfaction of all stakeholders organizational competitive advantages and commercialization of innovative ideas Keywords arts business symbiosis fashion design
Data bases Central and Eastern European academic publications (EBSCO) the International Copernicus Index the Economic Literature Classification
System journal EconLit Ulrich and Central and Eastern European Internet publishing (CEEOL)
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas DAILYDAITĖ Simona Benefits of social capital for sustainable Innovation
capabilities Journal of security and sustainability issues Vilnius Generolo J Žemaičio LKA ISSN
2029-7017 2013 Vol 2(3) P 85-97
Social capital in the modern business world is the driving force of sustainable innovation The article aims to explore the benefits of
social capital for innovation capacity in the modern world Social capital is an important factor in the dissemination of knowledge in society and business while entrepreneurship affects the sustainable economic development The interaction of different elements
of social capital acts as a catalyst for the development and strengthening competitive advantage Social capital can facilitate the
accumulation of human capital financial investment sustainable development processes creativity and effectiveness This article analyzes the elements of social capital (trust relationships and norms) and contribute significantly to Lithuanian business companies More than three-
quarters of respondents agree that the relationship between humans opens up many business opportunities Trust and networks include key issues such as
co-operation with employers recruitment of former or current colleagues social image entrepreneurs perception of innovation and creativity accumulation of the companys experience While 57 per cent of the respondents regularly organize and carry out the ideas rather than just generating
them 71 percent of the respondents-owners do not describe their products and services as innovative whereas 67 per cent of the respondents feel a strong
competition in the market Risk aversion and the social and cultural norms according to experts tend to discourage the creativity and innovation of the Lithuanian nation
Keywords Social capital social norms social networks sustainable economic growth innovations entrepreneurship intellectual capital Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas KRASAUSKAS Antanas Impacts of sustainable structural growth on the
economic performance of listed companies Entrepreneurship and sustainability issues 2013 vol1(2)
ISSN 2345-0282 P 80-91
The purpose of the present publication is to measure the impacts of structural growth on the economic sustainability of listed companies Scientific literature overview secondary data analysis and semi-structured qualitative interviews were combined in
order to examine the effects of structural growth The research question is how structural changes of listed companies affect their
sustainable growth Scrutinizing various cases makes it possible to tackle the patterns of sustainable structural growth based on a type of structural change Many researchers (such as Huang and Kleiner 2004 Deal and Kennedy 1982 or Pritchett and Gilbreath
1996 and etc) and business analysts (such as KPMG consulting company 1999) have not found a common answer what are the key success factors of
structural growth It is related to strategic targets due diligence activities expenses (the transactional decision-making phase) or integration planning the organizational culture assimilation or dissimilation (the integration phase) Franks and Harris (1989) emphasize the increase in shareholdersrsquo value as the
main motive for structural changes Boucher (1980) argues that the two most common reasons of structural changes are either attempts of taking
opportunities present in the market or increasing the growth The present research which combines the analysis of secondary data and semi-structured qualitative interviews aims to verify various researchersrsquo statements Based on the scientific literature analysis two conceptual models are designed and
verified This should serve as the background for the further examination of the role of structural changes on a sustainable companiesrsquo growth and new
publications in the same series
Keywords Mergers takeovers business formation business management performance evaluation performance indicators financial markets financial
management sustainability Data bases Business Source Complete (EBSCO) Sustainability Reference Center International Security amp Counter Terrorism Reference Center
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa The Role of Culture on Entrepreneurship in
Lithuania Social Research 2013 No 2 (31) ISSN 1392-3110 P 55-69
Culture in the processes of globalization is often identified as an expression of the evolution of mankind and civilization essence
just as there is no society that can exist without culture culture is impossible without public While culture is often perceived as the arts literature music and painting and more generally include the public lifestyle religion leisure and many other aspects the
role of culture for business and market dynamics is not sufficiently investigated All culture is guided by the values that give
meaning and direction to people (eg family religion business climate) and not those which occur within the rules of conduct (eg the Ten Commandments or the Code of Business Ethics) By identifying the factors that influence the development of
enterprises the authors often deny the role of culture Therefore the question of how culture influences the entrepreneurial dynamics of Lithuania is a
relevant and innovative The article consists of three parts the first part presents the key concepts of the cultural economy patterns and trends creativity and an entrepreneurial dimension harmonisation of art and business in the context of competitive advantages The second part is devoted to the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor methodology while the third one presents a study on the results of cultural effects on Lithuanialsquos entrepreneurial dynamics
Keywords Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Business Development
Data bases Index Copernicus SocINDEX (EBSCO) CEEOL Current Abstracts (EBSCO) TOC Premier
[LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas MOKŠECKIENĖ Rasa] The development of creative industries the case
of Lithuanian fashion design companies Societal studies 2014 Nr6 P34-66 Abstract The analysis of creative industries and in particular the specificity of managing creative companies require not only
understanding of concepts such as the creativity arts and business but also understanding of creative industries in a broader sense
which varies from one country to another thus to get a comprehensive image of creative industries various classifications activities and further development possibilities should be examined There should be the international trade in creative goods and
services and its added-value scrutinized A proportionally large part of this publication is oriented to the analysis of data regarding
the demand for arts in global markets and the international trade as well as the evaluation of contributions of arts to economy its profitability regional growth trends employment and increasing competition among local companies The research question of the
present article is as follows are development and management of companies that belong to creative industries efficient and what Societal Studies 2014
6(1) 34ndash66 35 specific management characteristics could be identified among Lithuanian fashion design companies To get pertinent research results a descriptive qualitative study was selected with semi-structured interviews in use to better understand respondents and to obtain more and deeper
information on management-related questions
Keywords development creative industries fashion design companies
Data bases Index Copernicus CEEOL ULRICHlsquoS
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Profesinių standartų diegimo reikšmė Lietuvos ūkio
subjektų žmogiškojo potencialo didinimui [The significance of deployment of professional standards in
enhancing the human potential in legal entities of Lithuania] Organisation management systematic
research 2013 nr 68 P71-91 ISSN 1392-1142
Abstract This paper analyses the significance of the deployment of professional standards for human resources management and
harmony A survey of the business associations and enterprises revealed the shortcomings common to business structures and enterprises and their challenges in developing and introducing the professional standards and other instruments necessary for the
qualifications management and regulation The article also assesses the potential benefits of professional standards to corporate
human resources management
Keywords professional standards Lithuanian Qualifications Framework professional training standards business associations human resources management Data bases Business Source Complete CEEOL ProQuest
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Tūtlys Vidmantas Application of the principle of Open Initiatives in
developing Trakai tourism infrastructure African Journal of Hospitality Tourism and Leisure
Helderkruin 2013 Vol 2 (3) ISSN 2223-814X P 1- 10
This article aims to identify the principle of open initiatives launched by Trakai resort municipality which is focused on
infrastructure development in order to open the way for widespread participation of natural and legal persons in infrastructure projects and to define the strategic directions in tourism development and infrastructure projects that apply this principle In
addition it aims to assess the effectiveness of this principle as well as its practical benefits to the expansion of tourism infrastructure
and the development of new tourism products
Key words infrastructure development tourism
NAZELSKIS Eugenijus Ūkio subjektų dalyvavimas profesinio orientavimo veikloje ndash reikiamų
darbuotojų užsitikrinimo priemonė organizacijose [Business entitiesrsquoinvolvement in vocational
guidance activities - means of ensuring the necessary staff for organisations Vocational Education
Research and Issues 2013 No24 ISSN 1392-6241 P 86 ndash 99 This paper examines the interaction between education and business in the field of vocational guidance The justification for the
improvement and development of the vocational guidance system is provided in terms of assessing the development of Lithuanian
business abroad and the emergence of new challenges for professional orientation The analysis of the extension of theoretical limits for vocational guidance and professional advice is provided to ensure the smooth development of the Lithuanian business
abroad Suggestions are given with regard to balancing the supply and demand of specialists the need for specialists monitoring The justification is
provided in terms of the expediency of extending the participants list for the development of the national programme of vocational guidance the inclusion of the social partners ie the associated business organisations into the process
Keywords vocational guidance vocational information counseling international business Lithuanian economic development National Vocational Guidance Programme Vocational Guidance strategy
Data bases CEEOL IndexCopernicus EBSCOEducation Research Complete EBSCOCurrent Abstracts EBSCOEducation Research Index EBSCOTOC Premier
NOVIKOVAS Martynas Evaluation of Berry ratio reliability determing transfer pricing
Przedsiębiorstwo amp Finanse 2013 Nr 3 ISSN 2084-1361 P141-151
This paper reveals the transfer pricing methodology to be used setting the armrsquos length prices between related parties applying the Berry ratio The author provides cases when the Berry ratio is not reliable profit level indicator for transfer pricing purposes The
theoretical propositions are supported by the results of authorrsquos research performed
The multinational companies have the incentive to increase its after-tax profits by shifting taxable income from high tax countries to low tax countries by altering transfer prices thus the transfer pricing is significant for both taxpayers and tax administration
purposes because they determine in large part the income and expenses and therefore taxable profits of associated enterprises in
different tax jurisdictions Setting transfer prices not under the armrsquos length principle may lead to the transfer pricing adjustments and additional payable taxes and penalties Thus the proper transfer pricing determination is one of the most important tax issues for multinational companies
ROSINAITĖ Vikinta LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ SkaistėIndividual and Organizational Career Attitudes Cases of Entrepreneur and
Intrapreneur Careers International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 Nr
2(7) ISSN 2029-5774 P110-119
This study aims to analyse Lithuaniansrsquo career preferences measured by the attitude towards the individual and organizational career pointing out entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as professional career examples stimulating economic growth job
creation innovation and competitiveness on the national and international levels The concept of individual and organizational
career provides the possible dimensions for the empirical Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data analysis in terms of attitudes towards the mentioned career choices
Key words career individual and organizational career concepts entrepreneurship intrapreneurship
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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RUŽEVIČIUS JuozasChangements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute International
Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013 Vol 4 No 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P33-44
La globalisation de lrsquoeacuteconomie mondiale de concert avec lrsquoextension du commerce international a meneacute agrave une acceacuteleacuteration rapide
du concept de qualiteacute sur le plan international en tant qursquoeacuteleacutement primordial de la compeacutetitiviteacute des entreprises On retrouve ce processus en utilisant drsquoune maniegravere plus large ces mecircmes meacutethodes principes et critegraveres lors de la deacutetermination des politiques
de qualiteacute Alors que les expressions Management de la qualiteacute Gestion de la qualiteacute Maicirctrise de la qualiteacute Management de la
qualiteacute totale Management de la qualiteacute globale Excellence Qualiteacute de lrsquoenvironnement Durabiliteacute ou Deacuteveloppement durable Qualiteacute de vie eacutevoquent souvent pour le public lrsquoideacutee de qualiteacute dans sa connotation la plus eacuteloigneacutee des reacutealiteacutes eacuteconomiques
ceux qui pratiquent cette speacutecialiteacute dans lrsquoindustrie et le commerce attachent au contraire une tregraves grande importance au concept de gestion Le management de la qualiteacute fait inteacutegralement partie de la gestion de lrsquoorganisation Le but de cette eacutetude est de mettre en exergue les
changements de paradigme du management de la qualiteacute moderne et de la globaliteacute de management de la qualiteacute contemporaine de geacuteneacuteraliser des bonnes
pratiques en ce domaine des organisations diverses Meacutethodologie cet article a eacuteteacute reacutedigeacute en utilisant la litteacuterature scientifique normative et leacutegale en systeacutematisant et repeacuterant les pratiques qui favorisent les
activiteacutes de management de la qualiteacute Ce papier est baseacute aussi sur les autres recherches de lrsquoauteur Les modegraveles drsquointeraction du systegraveme laquoTechnologiesndash
Qualiteacutendash SciencesndashEacuteconomiendashGestionraquo de la qualiteacute inteacutegreacute et des diffeacuterentes eacutetapes et changements contextuels de deacuteveloppement du management de la qualiteacute sont preacutesenteacutes dans cet article
Mots cleacutes qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute management de la qualiteacute totale management de la qualiteacute globale durabiliteacute orientations des valeurs communication de la qualiteacute excellence
SAMULEVIČIUS Jurgis Speeding up of Lithuanialsquos economy via globalization European Integration
Studies Research and Topicalities 2013 no 7 p 132-142 ISSN 1822-8402
Lithuania after two decades of the post-communist transformation and large scale experimentation with the European integration
needs to dynamize and modernize the economy to arrive at viable 21st Century global models Lithuania also needs to adopt very bold and innovative ways to ldquosellrdquo to the world its extreme austerity sacrifices during the continuing period of global Great
Recession and its earlier periods of bold systemic transformations as well
By 2013 we have arrived at the critical amount of experiential knowledge and it is a high time to manage this knowledge for a much more realistic new understanding and more efficient governance of new risks and evidence-based policies in market economies fit
for the 21st Century
The big problem is that so far Lithuaniarsquos changing economic models could not fully deploy its human resources in the modern wayThe economy is still beset by the Soviet legacies and this constitutes the barrier to effectively employing human resources that are increasingly educated in modern ways at
home or abroadSo the dual problem is that Lithuania badly needs modern human resources for its further rapid and modern development but at the same
time there is not enough effective demand for them due to the outdated political-economic and financial structures and other still lingering Soviet legacies The big challenge before the country therefore is how to target the entire globe as Lithuaniarsquos(current or potential)market in order to induce entirely new
perspectives and actually create many more advanced opportunities for the youngnewly educated peopleIf this problem is not solved in timemany will
emigrate and thus condemn Lithuania to further transitional periods in its development on Europersquos periphery The new methods of strategic management and competitiveness-boosting networking based on knowledge management are presented in the article The
article shows how Lithuania can benefit integrating education research and business fostering innovations which catalyze the creation of added valueTwo
key aspects of todaylsquos knowledge-based economy knowledge creation and knowledge transfer to businesses are presented in the article Lithuaniarsquos long term goals are to develop higher education and higher added-value market niches that will precisely call upon the new human resource capabilities to
create an entrepreneurial economy that is integrated continentally and globally The paper attempts to make more specific proposals for generating and
effective use of synergy effects through the establishment of transport hubs and innovation research centers attached to universities which sponsor and help to spread an innovative culture amongst economic actors in Lithuania The main strategy is the strenghthening of Lithuan iarsquos knowledge economy
and higher education that can sposor Lithuania to compete globallyIt is being developed in the form of therdquoStrategy Lithuania 2030rdquo where new
challenges of dynamism and leadership were called for the problems of higher education were on the agenda at the Vilnius conferencerdquoEuropean Higher Education in the Worldrdquo which was held on 5-6 September 2013during the Lithuanian Presidency in the European Union(EU2013LT)
Keywords competitiveness dynamization growth economic driven pillars knowledge economy index Data Bases EBSCO (Central amp Eastern European Academic Source Database Coverage List) EBSCO (Business Source Complete) and DOAJ
(Directory of Open Access Journals)
[SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Kaufmann Hans Ruediger Questioning Western Knowledge
Transfer Methodologies Towards a Reciprocal and Intercultural Transfer of Knowledge Thunderbird
International Business Review John Wiley amp Sons 2014 Vol 56 Issue 1 P11-16
Abstract The rapid development of western European knowledge-based societies has a drastic effect on the development of eastern European societies Special attention should be paid to the past three years of economic crisis where a shift of existing
economic paradigms has occurred In order to navigate through these turbulent times many companies as an option to survive or
expand have formed cross-border alliances and cooperations Due to these cross-border initiatives the geographic movement of employees and implicitly the flow of intellectual capital play an important role Paradoxically however the process of
knowledge transfer has been affected by several shortcomings for example the knowledge receivers lack of absorptive capacity or cognitive learning a
knowledge applicability gap or the rise of knowledge sharing barriers The reason for this situation lies in the flawed knowledge transfer process This approach is characterized by a unidirectional flow of knowledge from the
West reflecting an ethnocentric approach inappropriate attitudes on behalf of the knowledge transmitter and the knowledge receiver by knowledge not
being culturally embedded which leads to an alienation of knowledge and finally to a lack of cultural awareness and preparedness on behalf of the westerners
This article applies a phenomenological approach By using grounded theory it contributes to a better understanding of the complexity of the problems
and its implications on management from a multidisciplinary perspective It provides solutions to improve the knowledge transfer process between eastern and western European cooperations based on an intercultural and reciprocal methodology and a new conducive learning environment
Data bases ABIINFORM Database (ProQuest) Business Periodicals IndexAbstracts (EBSCO Publishing) Current Contents Arts amp Humanities (Thomson Reuters) Emerald Management Reviews (Emerald) PAIS Public Affairs Information Service (ProQuest) SCOPUS (Elsevier)
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
33
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SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Neuhauser Andreas Multicultural large construction projects the
key role of trust World Review of Entrepreneurship Management and Sustainable Development Geneva
Inderscience Enterprises LTD 2014 Vol10 No23 P247 ndash 266
Abstract This paper aims to explain why trust is regarded as the cornerstone for successfully leading a large multicultural
construction project and to understand the interdependency of developing trust on different levels interpersonal intergroup and
inter-organizational level Issues like increasing employees self-esteem publicly acknowledge partners contribution professional skills caring attitudes and emotional intelligence helps in developing interpersonal and institutional trust during the construction
project execution The methodology applies a qualitative research It is based on an Austrian case study which objective was to build
an electricity storage power plant over five years The research technique uses in-depth interviews with engineers who have been working in different fields of the project and participant observation The research provides recommendations that can be taken by companies to prepare their employees in
advance before the actual work begins helping them to save project costs time facilitate knowledge transfer and the overall project quality
Keywords international construction construction projects institutional trust interpersonal trust inter-organisational trust culture multicultural
projects large projects Austria case study electricity storage power plants project management project costs project time knowledge transfer project quality
Data bases Scopus (Elsevier) Academic OneFile (Gale)
[STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Verslo procesų identifikavimas kūrybinių
industrijų įmonių veiklos tobulinimo kontekste [Business process identification in the context of
improvement of creative industries corporate performance Tarptautinis verslas Vilnius Vilniaus
universiteto leidykla 2014 vol 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) p 14ndash26
Abstract Todayrsquos creative industries form the core of the service economy in addition to knowledge-based and creative economy The assessment of the importance of creative industries in the whole economic development shows that the improvement of the
creative industries business processes is an important problem from both scientific and practical points of view As creative
industries business is dominated by the creative processes which are often chaotic and difficult to specify the improvement of creative industries business development is a complex task and poorly examined from a scientific point of view One of the primary
and most important tasks of improving processes is their identification A proper identification of processes definition of their boundaries setting links
with other processes is an important corporate performance improvement phase which determines the performance improvement effectiveness The article deals with a procedural approach to the performance of creative industries enterprises The analysis is carried out in the field of modern
improvement methods (PDCA DMAIC DMADV and TOC) and solutions for the identification of processes applicable by these methods Based on this
analysis a collective model for the identification of business processes necessary of improvement was devised and presented in detail in the article
Keywords improvement of processes creative industries process approach process identification continuous improvement collective identification Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras A study of the possibilities to apply technical
analysis in the practice of investing International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2013
T 4 Nr 1(6) ISSN 2029-5774 P55-67
The distribution and management of investments is an important aspect of a proprietorrsquos or institutionrsquos activities which is targeted
towards the maximization of the return of present investments to the self-established level of risks The present article discusses technical analysis as a possibility of investment management means to forecast the movements of stock prices and consequently to
acquire more efficiency in managing the portfolio as opposing to passive investing The research has been performed by applying
the methods of technical analysis in the stock trading of developed and developing markets in comparison to the strategy of passive investing The obtained results didnrsquot prove technical analysis methods to be more superior than the buy-and-hold strategy in all periods but they
showed that technical analysis methods applied in the time of recession were much more effective than passive investing This research is new in a few
aspects the effectiveness of technical analysis was tested not only in markets with different levels of development but also in different periods of economic cycles using three different methods of technical analysis Data used to conduct the research were collected from official stock exchange sites
Key words technical analysis investments developed markets emerging markets passive investing
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel Practice and problems of the use of electronic
invoices International Business Innovations Psychology Economics 2014 Vol 5 No 1 (8) P111ndash
126 ISSN 2029-5774
Rapid advance of information technologies creates more possibilities for enterprises to achieve greater efficiency reduce energy
consumption and environmental pollution The incorporation of the new 2010 European Union directive on the regulation of electronic invoices into local legislature enables to accelerate the process of applying electronic invoices to practice
The issue of electronic invoices is new to Lithuania there are no scientific researches on this topic except for a few informational
reports on the 2013 legal amendments No information is publicly available on how to apply laws of electronic invoices into the practice of Lithuanian enterprises The present article discusses the possibilities of practicing electronic invoices from technological and legal aspects the
attention is drawn to the regulation and use of electronic invoices practiced in the European Union and its member countries The article analyzes
regulations of electronic invoices in the legislation of Lithuania and other European countries as well as the advantages of the use of electronic invoices and its influence on the results of enterprise activities The research has shown an insufficient use of electronic invoices in Lithuania only 14 percent of
enterprises use electronic invoices and only 2 percent of all invoices are electronic
Key words electronic invoice legal regulation use in Lithuania
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
37
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo specialistų
kompetencijų Lietuvoje tyrimas Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir
perspektyvos [A study of rural tourism project management specialist competences in Lithuania The role
of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects] Alytus Alytaus
kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 230-236 Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural
Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism homesteads their
approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was
investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the experience in project management
revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that
appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of
the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also found that the majority of rural tourism
hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava NARMONTAS Viktoras] Fundamentaliosios ir techninės analizės
sintezės tinkamumo akcijų kainų pokyčiams prognozuoti vertinimas [The evaluation of the fundamental
and technical analysis synthesisrsquo suitability to predict share price movements] Tarptautinis verslas
inovacijos psichologija ekonomika 2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P145ndash163 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract In order to more accurately predict stock price changes approaches should be used to deal with the widest possible
range of factors affecting the share price movements This work developed model of the synthesis of fundamental and technical
analysis methods which permits a more accurate forecast of changes in stock prices The identification of the strengths weaknesses threats and opportunities of the fundamental and technical analysis allowed the combination of both the concepts of the analysis in
order to eliminate the disadvantages of the concept of each analysis by replacing them with the advantages of other analytical concept After this merger
the synthesis of the theoretical fundamental and technical analysis methods was opbtained with the assumption that the use of two analytical concepts in the same model should generate more accurate results of the prediction of future market prices The data under the analysis is based on the popular US
stock market index S amp P 500 monthly price changes The model assesses the future market price of one month through networking with changes in the
capital market indices changes in the economic indicators and the signals generated by the technical analysis This work found that the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis by using the data selected in the study is not suitable for predicting changes in stock prices However it was also found that
the use of the fundamental and technical analysisrsquo synthesis shows more accurate forecasting results rather than the use of technical and fundamental
analysis alone
Keywords the fundamental and technical analysis their synthesis changes in share prices
Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava STAKĖNIENĖ Jurgita] Kaimo turizmo projektų valdymo problemos
[Rural tourism project management problems] Tarptautinis verslas inovacijos psichologija ekonomika
2014 t 5 Nr 1 (8) P124ndash144 ISSN 2029-5774
Abstract This paper presents the findings of the survey carried out on the rural project management and competences of the
project initiators and promoters of rural tourism projects in Lithuania supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (hereinafter - EAFRD) The focus was laid on tourism projects developed by the newly created and the existing rural
households financed by EAFRD A questionnaire study investigated project management experience of the hosts of 37 rural tourism
homesteads their approach to various aspects of project management and competence in project management The planning quality of the rural tourism projects was investigated taking into account the following aspects market analysis project structure work duration sequence
dependence project budget quality organisation and personnel selection A summary of the responses of all the subjects ie those with and without the
experience in project management revealed that the most the most important elements in planning were considered to be not always the most difficult The respondents point out that appropriate planning of the resources is of primary importance for them as well as budgeting work order and their
interdependence objectives the duration of works and the value of the project while the respondents point out the following aspects to be the most difficult to perform ie the duration of the works foreseeing the start and end of works the resources cost control predict risk factors The study also
found that the majority of rural tourism hosts lack knowledge related to the project management so many of them wish to gain knowledge in project
management or deepen it in particular by foreseeing the risk factors and their impact on the implementation of the project by setting quality standards and their control as werll as the project value
Keywords rural tourism projects project management project planning project implementation competence Lithuania Data bases BusinessSourceCorporatePlus (EBSCO)
STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava Operacijų valdymo studijos taikant informacines technologijas Role of
higher education institutions in society challenges tendencies and perspectives academic papers =
Aukštųjų mokyklų vaidmuo visuomenėje iššūkiai tendencijos ir perspektyvos mokslo darbai 2013 no
1(2) Alytus Alytaus kolegija ISSN 2029-9311 P 255-261
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava URBANOVIČ Pavel] Informacinių technologijų taikymo Lietuvos
versle teisiniai aspektai [Legal aspects of applying Information technology in business in Lithuania] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311
2014 Nr 1 P 237-243
Abstract Thanks to Information technology the companies have more opportunities to achieve greater efficiency lower energy
use and pollution One of the areas of the application of information technologies in business is the use of electronic invoices
Electronic invoicing is a new theme for Lithuania no scientific studies were found on the subject except for only a few brief descriptions on developments in the laws made in 2013 There is no publicly available information on the applicability of laws on electronic invoicing in
Lithuanian companies
Keywords Invoice information technology legal environment
Data bases Index Copernicus
STUNGURIENE Stanislava Christauskas Ceslovas Benefits of Applying Different Depreciation
Methods of Long- term Tangible Assets in a Company Social Sciences 2013 Vol 82 No 4 P 38-47
ISSN 1392-0758
Abstract Long-term tangible assets comprise the major part of the available asset and depreciation amounts compose a greater part
of expenses Therefore it is very important to account these assets correctly because this influences the results of company activity The topics of long-term assets depreciation have been investigated by different authors on theoretic and practical levels considering
the peculiarities of a certain country The authors of this article have aimed at investigating the influence of depreciation methods
application on fee and profit accounting indices as well as at summarizing the necessity of accounting policy at a national level The dependence of the calculated company profit on the depreciation method of long-term tangible assets is analyzed in the article
Keywords long-term tangible assets depreciation method accounting of long term tangible assets Data bases CSA Sociological Abstracts SocINDEX with Full Text
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Pridedamosios vertės kūrimas kiekybinių verslo sprendimų dalykų
dėstymo procese [Creating value-added quantitative business solutions subjects teaching process] The
role of higher education institutions in the society challenges trends and prospects 2014 Nr 1 P 217-
222 ISSN 2029-9311
Abstract Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of
quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of
mathematical methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study
reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Keywords Quantitative business solutions information technology the added value the teaching process
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava] Verslo matematikos dėstymo metodiniai aspektai [Methodological
aspects of teaching Business Mathematics [The role of higher education institutions in the society
challenges trends and prospects] The role of higher education institutions in the society challenges
trends and prospects ISSN 2029-9311 2014 Nr 1 P 223-229
Abstract Thanks to information technology the teaching process can also create an added value The subjects of quantitative business solutions that are based on opportunities of the applicability of mathematical methods in real management processes are
being delivered in most university and non-university educational institutions The paper presents the insight of mathematical
methods techniques using computer models in the learning process One example of simulation delpoyed in the study reveals the essence of the teaching process innovation
Data bases IndexCopernicus
[URBŠIENĖ Laimutė MONKEVIČIŪTĖ Rūta NAVIKAITĖ Urtė] Analysis of the attractiveness
and competitiveness of the securities market in Lithuania Ekonomika 2014 Vol 93(3) ISSN 1392-
1258 P 116-140
Abstract The importance of attractiveness and competitiveness of the Lithuanian stock market has significantly increased in the recent years due to its influence on the capital market as well as on its participants and the economy of the whole country This
article aims to evaluate the attractiveness and competitiveness of Lithuaniarsquos securities market by using a quantitative analysis It
has aimed to define the statistically significant relationship between market attractiveness and competitiveness and the number of listed companies cross listing liquidity and trade volumes The quantitative analysis has provided arguments to conclude that
securities market in Lithuania currently is not attractive either from the point of capital supply or from the point of capital demand In addition the
securities market in Lithuania lacks competitiveness among other markets
Keywords attractiveness competitiveness security market stock exchange
36
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
39
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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Vas Taras Dan V Caprar Daniel Rottig Riikka M Sarala Norhayati Zakaria Fang Zhao Alfredo
Jimeacutenez Charles Wankel Weng Si Lei Michael S Minor Paweł Bryła Xavier Ordentildeana Alexander
Bode Anja Schuster [VAIGINIENE Erika] Fabian Jintae Froese Hanoku Bathula Nilay Yajnik Rico
Baldegger and Victor Zengyu Huang A Global Classroom Evaluating the Effectiveness of Global
Virtual Collaboration as a Teaching Tool in Management Education Academy of Management Learning
amp Education2013 Vol 12 No 3 ISSN 1537-260X P 415-435 This study evaluates the effectiveness of global virtual student collaboration projects in international management (IM) education
Over 6000 students from nearly 80 universities in 43 countries worked in global virtual teams (GVTs) for two months as part of their IM courses Multi-source longitudinal data were collected including student and instructor feedback course evaluations assessment of changes in knowledge attitudes and
behaviors following the experiential project and various indicators of individual and team performance Drawing on experiential learning social learning
and intergroup contact theories the effectiveness of the experiential GVT-based approach in IM education was evaluated at the levels of reactions learning attitudes behaviors and performance The findings show positive outcomes at each level but also reveal challenges and limitations of using
GVT projects for learning and education Implications for IM education and suggestions for future research are discussed
83 Bookstextbooks
Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance ed [Hans-
Ruediger Kaufmann] Mohammad Fateh Ali Khan Panni Hershey Business Science Reference 2013
- 643 p ISBN 9781466625242
As customer orientation continues to gain importance in the marketing field there has been a growing concern for organizations to
implement effective customer centric policies Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies Tools for Building Organizational Performance provides a more conceptual understanding
on customer-centric marketing strategies as well as revealing the success factors of these concepts This book will discuss how to improve the organizationrsquos financial and marketing performance
URBŠIENĖ Laima DUBINSKAS Petras STUNGURIENĖ StanislavaFinansinių sprendimų
modeliavimas kompiuterizuoti skaičiavimai [Financial modeling solutions computerized
calculations]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 - 256 p ISBN 9786099540412
The book combines the methodology of developing computer models with examples of specific financial solutions a lot of practical
examples of solutions are provided The students of financial field of study programmes may benefit from familiarising themselves
with specificity of financial functions of electronic calculator Excel further deepening of the financial debt-related knowledge and tasks of optimal allocation of resources which are solved using a supplementary solution Solver
The book is intended for students of different cycles Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in
searching for financial solutions using a variety of mathematical methods (linear nonlinear integer and stochastic programming Monte Carlo simulation) The book combines computer models of the methodology to specific financial solutions such as a lot of practical examples of solutions The financial
study programs students benefit from access to excel spreadsheet financial functions utilization of further deepening of the financial debt-related
knowledge and optimal allocation of resources to tasks which are solved using additive solution solver The book is intended for students of different stages Some sections may be useful for business practitioners who are interested in financial decisions using
a variety of search methods matemetinius (linear nonlinear and stochastic programming sveikaskaitį Monte Carlo simulation) issues
Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior edt [Hans Ruediger
Kauffman] IGI Global 2014 - ISBN 9781466665477 In recent years all types of businesses have increasingly focused on the importance of the relationship with the customer Customer
knowledge management has become a well-known term used in the business and academic worlds for understanding how to
control consumer behavior The Handbook of Research on Managing and Influencing Consumer Behavior discusses the importance of understanding and
implementing customer knowledge management and customer relationship management into everyday business workflows This
comprehensive reference work highlights the changes that the Internet and social media have brought to consumer behavior and is of great use to marketers businesses academics students researchers and professionals
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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84 Conference Presentations
AMBRUSEVIČ Nikolaj Comparative analysis of funding structure of the sector of high
technology in the Baltic States Values in shock The role of contrasting management
economic and religious paradigms in the workplace Riga ISSWOV International society
for the workamp organizational values 2014 P 315-346 ISBN 978-0-09817997-3-5
Abstract The present study represents a test of a conceptual model predicting how the structure of funding might influence countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology Using the framework provided by Triple helix theory and Eurostat suggested methodology this model assesses
whether aspects of the funding structure may have a positive effect on countryrsquos performance developing sector of high technology through their influence on sectorrsquos business national and international levels of evaluation number of patents number of innovative enterprises turnover of high technology
trade and share of high technology in national export The result indicates that the theoretical framework can identify specific leverage points that can
increase efficiency of funding structure and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology and therefore productivity of the sector of high technology
BURAČAS Antanas Žvirblis Algis Examination of the Entrepreneurship Advantage Determinants Affecting Strategic
Decisions (Baltic case) Management Horizons in Changing Economic Environment Visions and Challenges
Proceedings of the 11th International Scientific Conference Kaunas Lithuania September 22-24 2011 ISSN 2029-8072
P31-38
CERNEVICIŪTE Jūrate STRAZDAS Rolandas] Collective creativity management model for
creative enterprises IEC 2014 The international conference on entrepreurship conference
proceedings Istanbul May 15-16 2014 Istanbul Istanbul Aydin University p 317-326 ISBN 978-
6054303342
Abstract The first concept use of the term ldquoentrepreneurshiprdquo relates to the seventeenth century in Francewhile the research on
it has its beginnings with Schumpeter linking it with the innovativeness of business organizations Entrepreneurial orientation as a
concept is related with business organizations performing entrepreneurial actions and activities Nowadays importance of entrepreneurial orientation research has increased due to its recognition as a critical success factor of business organizations This study aims to provide a
literature review on the relations between entrepreneurial orientation and business organizations and the impact that this orientation has as a performance promoter
Keywords Entrepreneurial Orientation Business Organizations Performance
GUDAITIS Tadas Privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės veiklos rezultatų Lietuvoje
vertinimas [Evaluation of private second pillar pension fund investment performance in Lithuania]
Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės
konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013 mkovo 20 d [Economic
Development Trends and Processes 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of
Economics of Vilnius College on 20 March 2013 Vilnius] Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonasldquo 2013 ISBN 978-
609-436-019-0 p65-82
With an aging population and declining birth rates and increasing old-age pension alongside with decreasing contributions to the social security budget
most governments have been forced to look for solutions on how to balance the social security budget The purpose of the article is to analyse the social
and economic reasons of the Lithuanian pension system reform to evaluate the results achieved in the reform and to provide possible solutions for further development of the pension system reform The analysis of the results of the first half of the period of 2003 - 2008 showed that the first results of the
reform due to the activity of the participants are more successful that the forecast of the developers The second pillar pension funds are used by a third
more of the employees than expected under the optimistic scenario The reform was successfully started due to a selected model of the existing financial market institutions the national supervision system of administrative and financial market authorities active marketing and sales strategy of pension
companies The evaluation of the investment performance of the second pillar pension funds and the comparison with the widely used indices in the global
financial market show that the results are consistent with expectations In order to further evaluate the investment performance of the second-pillar pension funds it is necessary to wait for returns of 5-7 years of investment Although the first results of the pension system are successful yet there is
much room for improvement in certain aspects of the reform
Keywords second-pillar pension funds investment management investment risk Data bases Lituanistika
GUDAITIS Tadas Lietuvoje veikiančių privačių antros pakopos pensijų fondų investicinės
veiklos rezultatų analizė [Analysis of investment performance of private second pillar
pension funds operating in Lithuania] Practice and research in private and public sector ndash
2013 3rd international scientific conference conference proceedings Vilnius Mykolas
Romeris University April 11-12 2013 ISSN 2029-7378 p 203-2015
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
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85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
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GUDAITIS Tadas Medaiskis Teodoras Was the Participation in Second Pillar Successful
in Lithuania Athens 2013 ATINERS Conference Paper Series No ECO2013-0605 P5-
16
The evaluation of participation in Lithuanian private second pillar is analysed in the paper The analysis is based on
qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of pension accumulation results during the 9 years period starting from 2004
The average monthly wage receiverrsquos scenario is analyzed by calculating the accumulated amount in fully funded
private second pillar pension funds and comparing it with the reduced values of first pillar pension based on pay-as-you-go principle The results of participation in second pillar are compared with the values of old age pension of person who had not joined the fully funded system The results disclose
that fully funded private second pillar pension funds investment management in general shall be assessed as positive and effective However due to the
longer life expectancy the capital accumulated by women in fully funded second pension pillar does not exceed the present value of loss in first pension pillar based on pay-as-you-go principle The comparison of basic annuities exposes more optimistic result for both genders of participants of fully funded
private second pillar pension funds
Keywords Old-age pay-as-you-go pension Private fully funded second pillar pension funds Pension reform
JUREVIČIENĖ Daiva NOVICKYTĖ Lina DUBINSKAS Petras KELIUOTYTĖ Greta Personality types of Lithuanian individual investors 1st Annual International Interdisciplinary
Conference AIIC 2013 24-26 April 2013 Azores Islands Portugal conference proceedings
Vol 1 Kocani European Scientific Institute Publishing 2013 ISBN 9786084642039 P 31-40
Abstract The article discusses behavioural finance theories in householdsrsquo decision-making process Classical finance
theories based on financial markets rational behaviour assumption are analysed the subjective factors influenced on households decision-making were identified Behavioural theories and behavioural anomalies in the decision-making process are classified the opportunities of their application in the
financial market are described Behavioural finance theoriesrsquo influence on the households financial decisions were researched to allocate investorsrsquo types
based on their behavioural characteristics Investorsrsquo type classification could help minimize households` mistakes in the personal finance management Taking into account households` weaknesses in the personal finance management they could choose more effective strategy for better personal finance
management
Keywords behavioural finance cognitive bias theory homo economicus models of behavioural finance prospect theory traditional finance theories
types of investors
[KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger] Strata Sonny Domenighini Cecilia Novak Magdalena Kessler
Kathleen Losing quality on the way from the meadow to the consumerrsquos plate Confronting
Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed
Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1
P 2673-2678
Abstract Since its origin the cooperative organisation of economic activity has been analysed on the basis of alternative
scientific paradigms The different approaches are due to the multiple perspectives suggested by a phenomenon multi-faceted in itself and that can be
observed starting from different premises and purposes Starting from these considerations it seemed us appropriate to analyse the cooperative forms of
enterprise focussing on the economic aspects of the production of goods and services carried out in enterprises in which the management is entrusted to
bodies different from those allocating the financial capital Taking this into account the first part of this work will focus on the definition of the
cooperative forms of enterprise in general economic theory and in business theory On the basis of the theoreticalconceptual profiles of reference this study proposes an interpretation of the cooperative enterprise representing a reference model of the economic production that can at the same time
increase both the economic development and the wealth of a whole community With specific regard to this latter aspect the second part of this work will
focus on two cooperatives from Puglia structured as community-based cooperatives which tend to associate the pursuit of economic goals with the social and economic development of the local communities in which they operate Through the illustration of two case studies (the community-based
cooperatives Melpignano and Jemma) this paper aims to highlight the potential of community-based cooperatives for the support and the economic and
social development of local area and its residents
Keywords cooperative community-based cooperative local economic and social development
Data bases Web of Science
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave
stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values
revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of
Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos (2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a
comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
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KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
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[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
41
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Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
42
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
43
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Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
39
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
KAUFMANN Hans Ruediger Polycarpou Marina Auphan Aude-Marie Social enterprises
panacea for crisis situations and change Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2678-2681
Abstract Emerging trends such as an increasing ageing population (eceuropaeu wwwtelegraphcouk) and in its wave stressed public budgets for health care systems or a structural change in the workforce created by an increasing ageing
population calls according to Murray (2008) for paradigmatic shifts towards more anticipatory responsive and agile business
models this paper contributes to the debate if social enterprises might be regarded as the business paradigm of the future and as their corporate values revolve around social responsibility to what extent employment of ageing population could be a viable HR strategy for them The aims of the paper are
threefold first to validate conceptual frameworks on elements of successful business models for social entrepreneurship and societal impact of social
enterprises- the conceptualization is based in particular on the theories provided by Kaufmann Davies and Schmidt (1994) on Identity Development of Eastern German entrepreneurs Grossmann (2008) on across-the-sectors- partnerships Murray (2008) on social knowledge entrepreneurship Rablrsquos
(2010) research on ageing employees as outlined before and Paerensonrsquos call (2011) for impact evaluation of social entrepreneurs second to investigate
the conditions and perceptions for employment of the increasing ageing population in social enterprises and third to suggest a research methodology for a comprehensive comparative cross-cultural research study to contribute to newly triangulated knowledge in the field
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika MILIŪTĖ Aistė VARNIENĖ Skaistė
JAKIMAVIČIUS Tomas Impacts of the fair of failure on the Dynamics of entrepreneurship in
CEEC belonging to the EU since 2004 The Future of Entrepreneurship 7th EMRBI Conference
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-27-7 P 867-887
Executive summary With this report the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has completed fifteen annual cycles GEM
generates relevant primary information on entrepreneurship providing harmonized measures about the attitudes activities and characteristics of individuals who participate in various phases of entrepreneurship GEM also analyzes aspirations that these entrepreneurs hold for their
businesses along with other key features of their ventures In 2013 more than 197000 individuals have been surveyed and approximately 38 00 national
experts on entrepreneurship participated in the study across 70 economies collectively representing all global regions of the world and a broad range of economic development levels The samples in the GEM 2013 study represent an estimated 75 of the worldrsquos population and 90 of the worldrsquos total
GDP In addition to its annual measures of entrepreneurship dynamics GEM analyzed well-being as a special topic in 2013 With an increasing number of
economies participating in the project GEM groups them into geographic regions sub-Saharan Africa the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Latin America and the Caribbean Asia Pacific South Asia Europe (distinguishing economies that are part of the European Union from those outside the EU)
and North America GEM additionally considers the World Economic Forumrsquos Global Competitiveness Report classification into three levels factor-
driven efficiencydriven and innovation-driven By using both groupings GEM can compare economies across similar development levels and geographic locations The table below shows the economies involved in the GEM 2013 assessment by these two dimensions
Data bases Web of Science
LAUŽIKAS Mindaugas VAIGINIENĖ Erika ROSINAITĖ Vikinta MILIŪTĖ Aistė
BATULEVIČIŪTĖ Skaistė DAILYDAITĖ Simona The role of cultural and social norms on
intrapreneurship in Lithuania Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management
Innovation 6th EMRBI Conference EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 1359-1380
Abstract The present paper aims at examining the effects of culture on the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania via such
factors as education creativeness innovativeness or social and cultural norms The paper consists of 3 parts the first part focuses
on the main concepts patterns and trends of the economy of culture the interaction between arts and business the dimensions of creativity as well as entrepreneurship the second part presents the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor-based methodology and the last part reveals research results In the light
of the rapid globalization process culture is often considered the evolution of mankind and the essence of civilization It is perceived as arts literature
music painting lifestyle of society customs rules religion leisure and many other aspects however its role in business and organizations has been insufficiently examined While identifying factors that influence the development of companies and or entrepreneurial activities authors often neglect the
role of culture but without using a creative potential of human resources in the context of their unique cultural or intercultural backgrounds it is unlikely to efficiently manage innovation processes and entrepreneurial activities As stated by such global organizations as the United Nations or the European
Union while promoting the economy of culture and creativity countries also promote economic development social inclusion and improvements in social
areas Without knowing the impacts of national culture on business some financial support measures could vanish Therefore the research question how
culture affects the dynamics of entrepreneurship in Lithuania is of significant importance As the results of the paper various interpretations of the concept
of culture and its added value to the economy presented followed by the specificity of the symbiosis between arts and business explained and possible
mutual synergies identified within the conceptual model of the symbiosis of arts and business are provided Having many cases of countries in terms of the development of the creative economy and arguments why it is important to encourage creativity in economy and business presented it is continued to
focus on entrepreneurship enhancement initiatives in the European Union The role of culture for competitive advantage of organizations emerges as a
holistic approach which links literature and statistics review with the methodology of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the main effects of culture on entrepreneurship in Lithuania
Keywords culture creativity entrepreneurship business development Data bases Web of Science
40
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
41
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
42
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
43
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
40
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
[NAZELSKIS Eugenijus] Tūtlys Vidmantas Involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy
in the designing and implementation of the national qualifications framework experience of Lithuania
EuroMed the 6th annual EuroMed conference Confronting contemporary business challenges
through management innovation Estoril Portugal 23rd-24th September 2013 conference readings
book proceedings Bradford EuroMed Press ISBN 9789963711161 p 1649-1683
The goal of this paper is to disclose the systemic institutional pattern of the involvement and participation of the enterprises and sectoral stakeholders in
the designing and implementation of the Lithuanian Qualifications Framework (further named as LTQF) and national occupational standards This goal is achieved by outlining the main groups of factors that define involvement of enterprises and sectors of economy in the designing and implementation of the
LTQF and the analysis of the cases of the involvement of the two sectoral stakeholders (Association of the Chemical Industry and the Association of the Engineering Industries of Lithuania) in these processes The research is based on the meta-analysis of the previously executed researches on the skills
development in the enterprises literature review documentary analysis and interviews with representatives of the two associations of enterprises and
policy makersFrom the point of view of theoretical novelty and significance this paper provides new systemic and holistic insight to the institutional patterns of the involvement and participation of business in the development of the national system of qualifications The practical importance of this
paper is defined by the provision of useful policy learning materials for the development and facilitation of business involvement in the implementation of
the National Qualifications Framewroks occupational standards and related instruments
Keywords National qualifications framework Lithuanian Qualifications Framework occupational standards sectors of economy human resource
management human resource development Data bases Web of Science
[RUBČINSKAITĖ Rima] Regional dimension of Baltic countries clustersrsquo impact on economy
first insights Practice and research in private and public sector - 2014 4th international scientific
conference conference proceedings Vilnius May 14-15 2014 Vilnius Mykolo Romerio
universiteto Leidybos centras 2014 ISSN 2029-7378 p 272-285
Abstract The international role of Euro advantages and disadvantages of Euro adoption for the countries economy is
analyzed The experience of Germany and Slovenia adopting Euro and consequence of adopting for Estonia is considered The rezults of investigates of
German Statistical Department and Deutsche Bank about the impact of the adoption of Euro on the dynamics of price level in Germany are presented in the article Although this effect was not significant however adoption of Euro influenced the rise of prices in Germany On the other hand the inflation
process was strengthened by psychological factors The paper presents the Euro adoption strategy of Lithuania evaluating the experience of foreign
countries that have adopted Euro The present problems and the perspectives of the European Monetary Union and the Euro are discussed
Keywords Euro European Union European Monetary Union strategy of adoption of Euro
SANCHEZ BENGOA Dolores Does National Culture Affect Intercultural Knowledge Transfer ECIC 2013 5th
European Conference on Intellectual Capital University of the Basque Country Bilbao Spain 11-12 April 2013
conference proceedings ISBN 978-1-909507-15-9 P 487-494
From international construction projects to multicultural research networks or foreign manufacturing plants more than ever international
cooperations are the pillars for many economies Due to these co‐operations the constant flow of employees and their intellectual capital require specific intercultural skills to successfully manage the transfer of knowledge across different cultures The unlimited potential for innovation derived from this new
intercultural knowledge based economic culture should be carefully treated because is the key to economic progress This knowledgersquos value is identified by many companies and therefore treasured and protected to a great extent This protective attitude represents a considerable obstacle for international
business co‐operations The paper explores how elements of culture eg values attitudes ways of communication learning or even leadership styles amongst others influence positively or negatively the transfer of knowledge between Eastern and Western European cooperations Additionally the
research highlights how managerrsquos intellectual capital sharing and employeesrsquo absorptive capacity and willingness to learn are impacted by culture The qualitative research applies a phenomenological approach because it tries to understand social and cultural realities which are based on peoplersquos
experiences and the meanings attached to them The data collection was conducted by in‐depth interviews (23) needed to reach theoretical saturation
non‐participant and participant observation (7) focus groups (4) and fieldtrips notes in Russia and Austria During the data collection the grounded theory method of constant comparative analysis was used for the analysis
The researcher applied a fundamental shift from a mere comparative study of cross‐cultural differences (nodal level) to the study of intercultural interactions (dyadic level) The research findings provide an awareness for academics (due to the lack of existing literature in the field at a
dyadic level)about how own self‐reference criteria ethnocentric behaviours competitiveness hierarchies knowledge alienation cognitive understanding risk taking or learning culture could limit or encourage knowledge transfer and its acceptance For practitioners understanding and integrating cultural
diversity exponentially enlarge managersrsquo intellectual capital and facilitate its transfer It provides higher levels of competitive advantage by utilizing diversity sharing knowledge and reciprocal learning eg for innovation (product process or social) and for the choice of standardization andor
adaptation strategies in international markets (degree of localization of product and communication strategies) and finally quicker and more successful
market entry
Keywords knowledge transfer culture international co‐operation Eastern Western Europe
41
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
42
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
43
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
41
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Swetlik Ralf [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring organizationrsquos change capability
Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through Management Innovation 6th Annual
EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-
711-16-1 P 2237-2252
Abstract In the speed of how business are operating currently key terms like transformation and change are not a new
phenomena The elements of change and change management are widespread and multifaceted Change management is a well established concept in academic literature but in order to implement it suitable measuring instruments have to be in placed An
organizationlsquos capability to change is very closely linked to the capability to change of its employees The behaviour of people is in turn closely dependent amongst others on their motivation leading to issues like how does motivation influence change Here aspect like a) communication b) leadership
emotional intelligence and factual intelligence c) change management as an on-going and lasting challenge and d) Focus on processes play a remarkable
role This is a work on process paper where the researchers explore several measuring models in order to answer those questions being the EFQM model one of them The objective of this paper is to explore the organizational change capability and identified strengths and weakeness of current exitsing
models This paper will be used as a stepping stone for the final research which aim is to create an extension of the EFQM model by adding a new
component which is suitable to measure the change capability The research will apply a qualitative methodology using a combination of methods for an optimal possibility to answer the research question The action research gives the framework with the intention of helping to develop practice and in this
case specifically to create an extension of the EFQM Model The case study will provide a detail understanding of what is happening at the work place by
conducting in-depth interviews in the real situation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Change management change capability EFQM model and measurement Data bases Web of Science
Zhou Jiangfan [SANCHES BENGOA Dolores] Exploring the role of trust in business relationship
within the Chinese shipbuilding industry Confronting Contemporary Business Challenges through
Management Innovation 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business
EuroMed Press 2013 ISBN 978-9963-711-16-1 P 2520-2531
Abstract Chinarsquos rising shipbuilding industry offers an extensive market opportunity to the worldrsquos shipbuilding industry The
Chinese shipbuilding industry is characterised by being mainly state-owned enterprises (SOE) and has a legacy of a previous planned economy These state-owned enterprises operate under governmental control as well as receive governmental support European co-operations
with Chinese state-owned enterprises face major roadblocks in terms of pattern of agreements understanding with shippers or coping with governmentrsquos
policies and requirements The research will discuss the role and influence of trust affecting the business relationship between European suppliers and Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry It will provide suggestions on how to build up trust for a solid business partnership The interestrsquos trilogy
(government relationship and trust) should be taken into account in order to avoid tension between the supplierrsquos interest statersquos interest and SOErsquos
interest The methodology applied in this research will be of qualitative nature using a case study with in-depth interviews It conducts exploratory and descriptive methods to get a deep understanding of how trust and relationship are developed in a market entry strategy with Chinese SOE The outcome of
the qualitative research will reveal the role that trust plays in Chinese SOE shipbuilding industry leading to the development of a new model which is
based on trust and relationships being regarded as the success factors for European shipbuilding industry when entering in the Chinese market being under governmental supervision 6th Annual EuroMed Conference of the EuroMed Academy of Business 2521 Confronting Contemporary Business ISBN 978-
9963-711-16-1 Challenges Through Management Innovation
Keywords Trust and relationship market entry strategy China culture Chinarsquos shipbuilding market shipbuilding Industry
Data bases Web of Science
STRAZDAS Rolandas ČERNEVIČIŪTĖ Jūratė] Increasing efficiency in collective creativity The XXV
ISPIM Conference ndash Innovation for Sustainable Economy amp Society Dublin Ireland on 8-11 June 2014 P 1-13
Abstract The process of new product development often requires diverse knowledge and skills The
organisations are becoming increasingly team based In many cases working in teams and collective creativity skills are becoming more important than job-related knowledge There are not many studies on how to
increase the efficiency in collective creativity The study presented in the article was conducted in two phases
The first phase of the study was aimed on the identification factors most important for the efficiency of collective creativity The survey of 38 teams was performed The second phase of the study is aimed at identification possible solutionsprinciples on how to increase the efficiency of collective creativity
process The analysis of three existing collective creativity models is conducted Based on the findings the Simultaneous Collective Creativity (SCC) model
was developed Each step of the model is described in detail in the article
Keywords collective creativity stage-gate oobeya simultaneous creativity model efficiency in creativity system innovation
Filipavičienė Nijolė STUNGURIENĖ Stanislava POCIUS Viktoras Ilgalaikio materialaus turto
nusidėvėjimo metodų taikymo ypatumai Ekonomikos vystymasis procesai ir tendencijos II-osios
tarptautinės mokslinės - praktinės konferencijos įvykusios Vilniaus kolegijos ekonomikos fakultete 2013
m kovo 20 d [Peculiarities of applying tangible asset depreciation methods Economic Development
Processes and Trends 2nd international scientific - practical conference held in faculty of Economics of
Vilnius College on 20 March 2013]Vilnius UAB bdquoCiklonas 2013 ISBN 978-609-436-019-0 p373-385
42
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
43
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
42
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
85 Popular science publications and scientific events
Dr Mindaugas Laužikas paskaita bdquoIdealaus verslininko charakteristikaldquo[Lecture
onldquoIdeal Businessmanlsquos Characteristicsldquo]
Renginių ciklas Verslas veža (2013 spalis)[Series of events ldquoBusiness
Drivesldquo(October 2013)]
Dr Tado Gudaičio pasisakymas apie podoktorantūros studijas VU TVM radijo laidoje bdquoSprendimų
metasldquo[Dr Tadas Gudaitislsquo speech on post-doctoral studies on VU IBS Radio show
ldquoTime for Solutionsldquo] (2013-04-23 httpwwwlaisvojibangaltsprendimu-metas-2013-
04-23
Prof Nazelskis Eugenijus Dimisijos pulkininką Stasį Knezį prisimenant Kariūnas Vilnius
Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija [Memories of a retired colonel Stasys
Knezys Cadet Vilnius The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania]
2013 No 1(116)
2013 No 2 (117) ndash Part 2
Prof Eugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoKarių išleistų į atsargą svarbus integracinis veiksnys į darbo
rinką ndash užsienio kalbų mokėjimasldquo Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademijos Universitetinių studijų instituto
Užsienio kalbų katedros organizuojamoje konferencijoje bdquoUgdymo veiksniai mokymo(si) kontekste globalizacijos
sąlygomisldquo [Presentation of prof Eugenijus Nazelskis ldquoProficiency of foreign languages of demobilized
soldiers is an important integrating factor in the labour marketrdquo delivered at the conference
ldquoEducational factors for learning in the context of globalizationrdquo organized by Graduate Institute of
Foreign Languages Department at General Jonas Zemaitis Lithuanian Military Academy]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio parengta knygos bdquoLeonas Jovaiša nuo pedagogikos edukologijos linkldquo
apžvalga informacinio leidinio bdquoŠvietimo naujienosldquo priede bdquoŠvietimo panoramaldquo (2013 m Nr 6 (328)
[Review of the book ldquo Leonas Jovaiša from Pedagogics to Educationldquo prepared by prof
Eugenijus Nazelskis annex ldquoPanorama of Educationldquo to Newsletter ldquoEducation Newsldquo
(2013 No 6 (328)]
ProfEugenijaus Nazelskio pranešimas bdquoProfesinės tarnybos ir atsargos karių
efektyvaus žmogiškojo kapitalo panaudojimas ndash neatsiejama valstybės ekonominės
ir socialinės politikos dalisldquo konferencijojo -apskritojo stalo diskusijoje bdquoLietuvos
krašto apsaugos sistemos 1989-1993 metais atkūrimas ir svarba tolimesnei krašto
apsaugos sistemos raidaildquo skirtoje krašto apsaugos sistemos atkūrimo 23 metinėms paminėti (203-04-26) [Presentation
by Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis on ldquoEffective utilization of human capital of professional service and
reserve troops is an integral part of economic and social policyrdquo at conference-round-table discussion
ldquoRestoration of the Lithuanian National Defence System in 1989-1993 and its importance for further
development of the national defence systemrdquo dedicated to the 23rd
anniversary of restoring the
national defence system (203-04-26)]
43
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe
43
International Business School at Vilnius University 2013-2014
Rimos Rubčinskaitės pranešimas bdquoPamokos išmoktos iš 2007ndash2013 m ESF
stebėsenos rodiklių aukštojo mokslo atvejisldquo tarptautinėje vertinimo konferencijoje
bdquoSanglaudos politika 2014ndash2020 m įrodymais grįsto programavimo ir vertinimo
link (2013-07-05 Vilnius LR Finansų ministerija)
[Rima Rubčinskaitėrsquos presentation on ldquoLessons learned from the
period of 2007-2013 in accordance with EUF monitoring indicators case study of higher educationrdquo in
the international conference on the assessment of ldquoCohesion Policy for the Period of 2014-2020
toward evidence-based programming and evaluation (5 July 2013 Vilnius Ministry of Finance)]
Diana Nausėdienė LDK dvaras lenkė kitas Europos šalis (2013-08-17) [Estates
of Grand Dutchy of Lithuania competed with other countries 17
August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-dvaras-lenke-kitas-
europos-salisdid=62060669
Diana Nausėdienė Manierų istorija ndash būti ar nebūti lietuviu (2013-08-03) [History of Manners ndash to be or not to
be a Lithuanian 3 August 2013] httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-manieru-istorija-buti-ar-nebuti-
lietuviudid=61997267ixzz2hKmB644I
Diana Nausėdienė LDK didikai nekeliaklupsčiavo prieš Europos dvarus (2013-08-10) [The noblemen of Grand
Dutchy of Lithuania did not feel inferior to those of the European estates 10 August 2013]
httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-ldk-didikai-nekeliaklupsciavo-pries-europos-
dvarusdid=62034623ixzz2hKn3yJM1
Diana Nausėdienė Nepaklyskime tarp trijų propagandos pušų [Letrsquos not get lost among the three propaganda
pines (7 November 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsringaslitd-nausediene-nepaklyskime-tarp-triju-propagandos-
pusudid=66324386ixzz3INbpRCt5
Prof Eugenijus Nazelskis bdquoKarybos specialistas rusai nesustosldquo [A military specialist ldquoRussians will not
stopldquo] (15 March 2014) httpwwwdelfiltnewsdailylithuaniakarybos-specialistas-rusai-nesustosdid=64279338ixzz2w3mulnZe