Year 2018, Issue 121
Date published20.12.2018
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Margarita Bogdanova
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Borislav Borisov
METHODS OF ASSESSING CAPACITY OF GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIONSummary: Explaining the essence and content of the concept of „administrative capacity“ is important in terms of choosing and applying appropriate methods for its assessment. As administrative capacity can be seen both as a result of the... Explaining the essence and content of the concept of „administrative capacity“ is important in terms of choosing and applying appropriate methods for its assessment. As administrative capacity can be seen both as a result of the action of forming factors and as a factor in achieving concrete results, its assessment can also be done through the use of formative and reflective indicators. Various methods for assessing the administrative capacity offered by individual authors and organizations are used in practice. The common one is that on the basis of the proclaimed principles of availability of administrative capacity, evaluation criteria and specific indicators for measuring the capacity for each criterion are set. Most of the methods for assessing administrative capacity have the principles, criteria, indicators and evaluation results in matrices, which characterize them as „matrix methods“. The object of this study is the administrative capacity of the state administration and the subject matter is the assessment of the administrative capacity. The aim of the study is to examine basic methods for assessing administrative capacity with its capabilities and features, areas of applicability, used criteria and indicators. The thesis advocated by the author is that modern management theory offers a number of methods for assessing the administrative capacity of various organizational structures, which could be successfully applied in the practice of public sector organizations, in particular the public administration.The study examines the methods of OCA (Organizational Capacity Assessment), IFA (Internal Factor Evaluation) Matrix, HACAI (Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability), TACAT (Tax Administration Diagnostic Assessment Tool) and CAF Assessment Framework), presenting their capacity for evaluation and self-assessment of entire organizations, as well as particular aspects of their administrative capacity -
Serghei Ohrimenco, Grigori Borta
THE SHADOW OF DIGITAL ECONOMICSSummary: A new direction of scientific research related to outlining a new segment of the shadow economics is discussed: the shadow economics in the domain of information and communication technologies or the shadow digital economics. The... A new direction of scientific research related to outlining a new segment of the shadow economics is discussed: the shadow economics in the domain of information and communication technologies or the shadow digital economics. The task is to form a scientific understanding of the main trends, directions and prospects of the development of the global market for criminal products and services in the context of globalization.The review and comparative analysis is based on reports and available statistical materials from well-known global research centers, whose activities are related to research on information security problems and struggling against cybercrime. An analysis of modern information threats to the individual, society and the state, which are included in the global risk rating, is carried out. A large amount of statistical data characterizing certain aspects of shadow digital economics such as activities of cybercriminals, regional distribution of cybercrime, and damage from known computer incidents have been analyzed. The steady growth of not only quantitative indicators, but also qualitative characteristics of cybercrime has been revealed. Great attention has been paid to the development and definition of the category of “shadow digital economics”, its structure and genesis, with the identification of such components as “shadow information technologies”, “shadow information systems” and “shadow digital economics”. A comprehensive analysis of the evolution of the term “shadow digital economics” has been carried out, with five main approaches: legal, mathematical, socio-psychological, organizational, managerial, economic and financial. Market structure is analyzed with the segmentation of products and services. The criminal factor of products and services industry is singled out. A new classification of software products and information services of a criminal nature is proposed. A selection of a group of “prospective” services that can cause irreparable and significant harm to the state and commercial information systems has been carried out. An analysis of measurement methods and approaches to assessing the level of the shadow digital economics is carried out, the main factors influencing them are determined. The level of support for the shadow digital economics by organized criminal groups has been determined, and a conclusion has been drawn about the stimulation of development and their excess of demand for relevant products and services. The results of this study can serve as a basis for predictions, effective struggle and confronting the manifestations of the shadow digital economy. -
Desislava Aleksieva
PUBLIC INTEREST IN ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONSSummary: The present scientific paper analyses the public interest in the context of administrative relations. Theories and concepts of the public interest in administration and management have been presented, and the reasons for public... The present scientific paper analyses the public interest in the context of administrative relations. Theories and concepts of the public interest in administration and management have been presented, and the reasons for public interest have been discussed in details. The essence and characteristics of administrative negotiation as administrative attitude have been justified. The role and importance of administrative contracting for the governance has been justified. The study aims to analyse “public interest” and to present its importance for the administrative relations. To achieve this objective the following tasks have been set: theoretical analysis of the scientific expressions of “public interest” in administration and management; considering administrative relations in management; practical research on public interest in administrative relations; summarising the results achieved, formulating conclusions and recommendations. The main research thesis is subordinated to the idea of the key role of public interest in administrative relations, and after an empirical study, it has been confirmed. The study concludes that public interest is the basis of public policies and public interest, it is a key prerequisite for developing administrative capacity and reducing administrative burdens. -
Venelin Terziev, Hristo Bonev
METHODOLOGY FOR ASSESSING THE PREVENTION SYSTEM OF PROSTITUTIONSummary: The article analyzes women’s sexual exploitation in order to obtain benefits and financial resources that support organized crime groups. The aim of the paper is to clarify the organizational management aspects of the prostitution... The article analyzes women’s sexual exploitation in order to obtain benefits and financial resources that support organized crime groups. The aim of the paper is to clarify the organizational management aspects of the prostitution prevention system and develop a methodology for assessing it. The authors' research thesis is that the effective implementation of the prevention system requires the existence of organizational capacity in the prevention authorities (not only in the form of competencies, but also in guidelines, rules, order of prevention), with a view to determining and converting monitoring and control in a manageable and effective way. The object of the survey is the system of prevention of prostitution and its subject - its organization and the methodology for its evaluation. In direct relation to the objective are the tasks of the study: to clarify the organizational and managerial aspects of the system for prevention of prostitution and to propose a methodology for assessing this system. The prevention effectiveness is determined by the quality of risk assessment, the definition of critical sites and activities, the purposefulness and consistency of measure implementation. -
Nadya Davidenko, Ivan Dimitrov, Adile Dimitrova
STUDY OF DETERMINANTS OF ENTREPRENEURIAL INTENTIONS OF STUDENTS IN THE BUSINESS MAJORS AT THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LIFE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES OF UKRAINEKeywords: entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial intentions of students, determinants of entrepreneurship intentionsSummary: Entrepreneurship is a leading economic force that drives the development of modern society. The well-being of nations depends largely on current and future entrepreneurial activities. Students can be seen as potential future... Entrepreneurship is a leading economic force that drives the development of modern society. The well-being of nations depends largely on current and future entrepreneurial activities. Students can be seen as potential future entrepreneurs. It is therefore very important to explore their intentions for entrepreneurial activity. In this respect, universities play a very important role in creating and developing entrepreneurial thinking among students. The research encompasses a sample of students trained in the business majors of the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine - Kiev. The objective of the study is to explore the factors that influence the entrepreneurial intentions of students in business studies at the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine - Kiev. The following research tasks are set to achieve the main objective: - to analyze the demographic data of the sample surveyed; - to analyze the students' intentions for career development; - to analyze the impact of primary determinants according to the Theory of Planned Be-haviour on entrepreneurial intentions of students; - to analyze the influence of the secondary determinants according to the Theory of Planned Behaviour on entrepreneurial intentions of students; The study is based on the Theory of Planned Behaviour. The main thesis of the study is as follows: Students' entrepreneurial intentions are the result of the impact of two sets of factors. The first group includes key career choice factors such as attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioural control. The second group covers context factors such as the university context, the family context, personal motives, and the social/cultural context. -
Darina Pavlova
APPLICABLE ASPECTS OF CUSTOMER-CENTERED BUSINESS MODELSSummary: The present study outlines contemporary customer-centered approach methods of business management. The nature, benefits and opportunities applying to the concepts Customer Lifetime Value, Customer Equity and Customer Engagement are... The present study outlines contemporary customer-centered approach methods of business management. The nature, benefits and opportunities applying to the concepts Customer Lifetime Value, Customer Equity and Customer Engagement are thoroughly examined. The purpose of this paper is on the basis of the review of the existing customer-centered business models, opportunities of their execution to be deduced. Based on the indicated strengths and weaknesses, an author’s customer-oriented model for maintenance of the relationship with the customers has been developed, the idea of which is to integrate and overcome the disadvantages of the models that have been reviewed. -
Trayan Yosifov
SPECIFICS OF BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT IN BULGARIA AND DISTINCTIVE STRATEGIES FOR ITS IMPROVEMENTKeywords: business environment, economic growthSummary: The economic development of Bulgaria is somewhat running behind compared to other European Union countries. This ongoing issue raises the necessity for an in-depth analysis of the causes which are impeding the dynamic growth of the... The economic development of Bulgaria is somewhat running behind compared to other European Union countries. This ongoing issue raises the necessity for an in-depth analysis of the causes which are impeding the dynamic growth of the country. In this regard, the paper has two objectives - first it aims at outlining the key economic features of business development in Bulgaria, which are strongly related to future exponential growth. The second and most important objective of the study is to offer practical solutions for improving the conditions for more efficient implementation of business processes. Achieving the goals that have been formulated requires the following task to be carried out, namely to analyze a set of indicators of the business environment that are a key factor for its development. The main thesis of the study is that identification the favourable opportunities for qualitative improvement of certain system indicators of the business environment creates prerequisites for stimulating the development of the Bulgarian economy. Based on the research, it can be concluded that in order to increase the overall competitiveness of Bulgarian enterprises, urgent measures are to be taken by the state to improve the conditions under which business entities operate. -
Tsanko Iliev Stefanov
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND THEIR ROLE IN COMMUNICATION POLICY OF ORGANISATIONSSummary: Theoreticians and practicians have been constantly trying to formulate the most precise definition, which explains and justifies the concept of “public relations”. It undoubtedly relates to communication management so that good... Theoreticians and practicians have been constantly trying to formulate the most precise definition, which explains and justifies the concept of “public relations”. It undoubtedly relates to communication management so that good interconnection and mutual understanding between an organisation and its audiences can be built. The establishment of the “PR” system is a complex process, through which optimal publicity of an organisation’s activities is achieved. It improves its prestige, which is the guarantee for maintaining a favourable image among the general public.The thesis that the author justifies, is that public relations help harmonize the interests between an organisation and various groups of the society in order to maintain a constant two-way connection with the consumers, choose the right response to crisis situations, to achieve transparency and publicity of their actions in business. The aim of the study is to analyze and interpret public opinion, attitude and any other issues related to the studied structures and to present marketing tools for approving their positioning to the public. The main tasks are focused on analyzing public relations; defining the practical aspects and main activities of public relations specialists; presenting the duties of PR specialists and the PR activities performed in an industrial enterprise and in a public institution; defining the main tools of the public relations marketing which are used in both studied structures.