Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nikolay Arabadzhiyski Author-Email: n_arabadjiiski@nbu.bg Author-Workplace-Name: New Bulgarian University Title: Sustainable Development Policies the Administration of the Executive Power in the Republic of Bulgaria, Under the First Progress Period of Membership in The EU Abstract: The purpose of the paper is to present the policies of the governments of the Republic of Bulgaria for the establishment, functioning and development of the administration of the executive power during the first programming period of membership in the European Union from 2007 to 2013. Analysis of strategic documents and normative documents the article reveals that the civil service model introduced in the pre-accession period in 1998 has not been changed, which is an indicator of the sustainable development of the administration. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: policies, executive bodies, administration, strategic documents. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 13-29 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-13-29.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:13-29 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ognyana Stoichkova Author-Email: ognsto@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Author-Name: Virginia Zhelyazkova Author-Email: vzhelyazkova@vuzf.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Author-Name: Yakim Kitanov Author-Email: qkitanov@vuzf.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: Principles of Sustainable Investing Abstract: Sustainable development is unthinkable without the idea of sustainable investing. The current paper aims at briefing on the definition of sustainable investing, its specificities, as well as the seven main strategies used by investors to date in the field. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: sustainable investing, sustainable investing strategies, negative screening, sin stocks. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 30-41 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-30-41.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:30-41 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lyudmil Naydenov Author-Email: lnaydenov@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Fiscal Rules and Sustainability of Bulgarian Public Finance - Legislative Aspects Abstract: This paper explores the issues related to the theoretical foundations, numerical measures and advantages of the fiscal rules defined in the Bulgarian Public Finance Act. It specifies that the budgetary rules can be systematized into five groups – Structural budget deficit rules; Budget balance rules; Debt Rules; Expenditure rules; Revenue rules. The content of each set of rules is outlined and the dynamics of the budget balance, government debt, budget expenditures and revenues respectively is analyzed, drawing conclusions on the compliance of the actual numerical values with the reference numerical values. The paper summarizes that the rules analyzed guarantee the stability of fiscal policy and the sustainability of the medium-term budgetary framework. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: fiscal rules, government debt, budget balance, budget deficit. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 42-53 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-42-53.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:42-53 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Elka Vasileva Author-Email: elvasileva@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Author-Name: Georgi Nikolov Author-Email: gnikolov@unwe.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: Adapting to Climate Change in the Focus of Regional Development Policy Abstract: Adaptation to the effects of climate change is a complex and integrated process in which regional and local authorities are entrusted with tasks important for the preservation of people's health and lives. The report presents the impact mechanisms at the regional level and analyzes the midterm results from the implementation of climate change targets and priorities in the regional development plans of the level 2 regions in Bulgaria for the period 2014-2020. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: regional development policy, climate change, regional development plans, monitoring and evaluation. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 54-66 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-54-66.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:54-66 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kiril Radev Author-Email: genrad@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: New Bulgarian University Title: Industry 4.0 - Challenges for Sustainable Development of the National Economy Abstract: The report presents the macroeconomic dimensions and characteristics of the dynamics in the national economy sustainability indicators related to the implementation of the objectives of Industry 4.0. The benefits and threats from the comprehensive introduction of digitization are outlined. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: Industry 4.0, digitalization, sustainable development, national economy. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 67-80 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-67-80.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:67-80 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Stoyan Kirov Author-Email: kirov@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Insurance Collaboration of Municipalities for Sustainable Development Abstract: The climate changes and the impact of human activity on natural resources predetermine the growth of catastrophic risks. Municipalities have been trying for years to cope with the damages caused by increased natural disasters, but their efforts are not very successful. They fail to ensure the sustainable development of the regional economy because they divert enormous resources to the recovery of losses and thus cannot invest in future projects. One of the possibilities for solving the problem is to attract insurers as strategic partners. The insurance cooperation should not only aim at financing losses, but also help municipalities to reduce catastrophic risk. Such public-private partnerships can benefit all stakeholders and, above all society, which will have the conditions for sustainable development. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: sustainability insurance, insurance collaboration, public-private partnership, catastrophic risks, socially responsible investment. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 81-89 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-81-89.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:81-89 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Valeria Dineva Author-Email: deval@mail.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: Control Systems in Support Sustainable Development Management Abstract: The establishment and effective operation of management and control systems is essential to ensure sustainable development at global, national and regional levels. Applying an integrated approach to system management and control is a key factor for their sustainable development. The use of integrated control frameworks helps manage sustainable development. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: control systems, sustainable development, internal control, integrated control frameworks. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 90-101 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-90-101.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:90-101 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Elena Konsulova-Atanasova Author-Email: konsulova@gmail.com Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Funding of the Public Higher Schools in Bulgaria – Condition and Future Opportunities in the Context of Sustainable Development Abstract: The author reviews the current situation of state funding of the higher schools. She recommends that they should be grouped and analyzed by types in order for the state to perform separate financial planning. A claim is made that the next step should be increasing the share of the performance-based funding as well as reviewing the driving factors for the main subsidy in medium and long term. The government should explore the option to set part of the primary funding formula depending on the number of graduates who meet predefined criteria instead of funding only by the number of enrolled students. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: higher education, funding, ranking, higher education reform, ratings. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 102-113 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-102-113.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:102-113 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ekaterina Arabska Author-Email: katya.arabska@gmail.com Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: The Mission of Farmers Markets - Clean Food and Sustainable Development Abstract: The paper examines the development of farmers markets in Bulgaria as a good practice for establishing a new type of relationships between producers and consumers of farm products and as a business model with the potential to contribute to achieving sustainable development. Issues about the nature of the farmers markets, the objectives and the way of functioning are discussed through key examples and initiatives organized in the country. The contemporary trends, challenges and problems in the consolidation of the farmers markets are presented, and main conclusions are summarized on the necessary support and actions for the promotion of the farmers markets. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: farmers markets, sustainable development, food, alternative food networks. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 114-128 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-114-128.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:114-128 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Damyan Kirechev Author-Email: dkirechev@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Study of the Environmental Competitiveness of Selected Types of Rural Areas in Bulgaria Abstract: The article examines the competitiveness of rural areas at territorial level, achieved through preservation and improvement of the environment by local players. The importance of environmental competitiveness and rural development are analyzed. On the basis of a survey of business and municipal administrations, the article is studies environmental competitiveness of the territories of five local action groups in Bulgaria. The role of the environment for the integrated development of rural areas in Bulgaria is proven. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: competitiveness, territorial competitiveness, environmental competitiveness, rural areas, environment, local action groups. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 129-148 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-129-148.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:129-148 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Nigohosyan Author-Email: nigohosyan@gmail.com Author-Workplace-Name: Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" Title: Assessment of the Expected Impact of Operational Programme "Regions In Growth" On the Energy Efficiency of Buildings Abstract: The report presents the results of an assessment of the expected impact of energy efficiency measures under the Operational Program "Regions for Growth" (OPRD) 2014-2020. Based on the application of a logic model and analysis of the unit costs of expected product/result, the report reveals weaknesses in OPRD programming as well as insufficient efficiency of the envisaged measures. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: energy efficiency, European funds, logic model, unit costs. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 149-163 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-149-163.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:149-163 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Tatyana Radeva Author-Email: tania_rr@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: Technical University of Sofia Title: Analysis of Existing Energy Efficiency Lighting Abstract: The article presents a comparative analysis of street lighting on the territory of a municipality (Chelopech municipality), assessing the state of existing street lighting and proposing specific energy saving measures to increase the energy efficiency of street lighting systems, reducing the electricity costs of the municipality (direct and indirect) and enhancing the security and performance of street lighting systems in the area. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: energy efficiency, street lighting, costs. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 164-174 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-164-174.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:164-174 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Katinka Mihova Author-Email: katinka.m@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Forestry Title: Sustainable Cities And Urban Agriculture Abstract: According to many authors urban agriculture is a sustainable future especially for the urban poor of the developing world. Defined as "an industry located within (intra-urban) or on the fringe (peri-urban) of a town, a city or a metropolis, which grows and raises, processes and distributes a diversity of food and non-food products" (Stewart et.al.) urban agriculture is a kind of informal food supply system. An attention to urban agriculture as a phenomenon in many countries arises. Analyses and attempts for systemizing of benefits and negatives of urban agriculture appears. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: sustainable cities, urban agriculture, city planning, urban sustainability. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 175-185 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-175-185.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:175-185 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Denitsa Koseva Author-Email: denitsakoseva@gmail.com Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Sustainable Cities Abstract: The sustainable development has led to improvement of the conditions in the urban areas. Sustainable cities are nature-safe, socially inclusive and economically productive. The concept requires balancing the goals for social, economic, environmental and governance factors. A sustainable city should allow long-term development without compromise for future generations to meet their own needs. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: sustainable, development, cities, environment, concepts. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 186-199 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-186-199.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:186-199 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nadya Mironova Author-Email: mironovaunss@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: The Policy To Promote Environmental Consumption - Social Responsibility Or Broad Business? Abstract: It is extremely difficult to build business models to combine socially responsible behavior with the market expansion policies. A successful approach in this direction is the targeted formation of specific consumer groups through policies to promote environmental consumption. Creating a market that you then use is a top flight in sales management because it goes through stimulating a purposeful change in the behavior of a sufficient number of users. Part of the reason lies in the fact that changing people's behavior in itself is difficult and dependent on many factors. Some of these factors directly affect behavior and choice. Others influence indirectly by shaping and constructing the social and institutional context in which this choice is made. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: social responsibility, sales management, consumer behavior, sustainability, eco-consumption, green products, environmental services. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 200-212 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-200-212.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:200-212 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Michal Stojanov Author-Email: michal.stojanov@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Electric Vehicles Headway Abstract: The discovery of electricity as a source of energy continually provokes innovations and the search for modern solutions of its application and ways of storage at personal and economic level. Over the years, automotive industry has been dominated with the internal combustion engine, but as time goes on in the context of fossil fuel exhaustion and human-induced climate change, the demand for more efficient and sustainable transport solutions determine the topicality of electric vehicles and places them on the agenda of human existence. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: electric vehicle (EV), electric car market, battery-electric (BEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 213-226 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-213-226.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:213-226 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Simeonka Petrova Author-Email: s.petrova@uni-svishtov.bg Author-Workplace-Name: "Dimitar A. Tsenov" Academy of Economics Title: Solutions for Sustainable Development of the Assortment of Commercial Enterprises Abstract: A number of issues stand out in the process of studying the essence and role of the solutions for sustainable development of retail assortment, representing not only a theoretical but also a practical problem. Sustainability is turned into an immediate measure of the dynamic changes that occur as a result of the application of modern concepts for creating market advantages. A source of some of these advantages is the innovative approaches used to form and secure the sustainability of retail assortment. The main purpose of the present paper is to examine and interpret the basic theoretical and methodological formulations of the formation and sustainable development of retail assortment. The versatility of the process thus outlined predetermines the researcher’s interest. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: process of retail assortment formation, sustainability of retail assortment. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 227-234 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-227-234.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:227-234 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mariya Georgieva Author-Email: m.georgieva@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Marketing Perspective of Sustainable Development Abstract: In the 21st century business and society demonstrate a stronger strive for achieving a stable balance between social, economic and ecological goals, the triad of which is the basis of the concept of sustainable development. The practical approach to achieve this development relies on the principles of "sustainable consumption and production". Companies that seek to produce and sell their products sustainably identify themselves as "corporate citizens"; their target market is the segment of the "sophisticated" clients for which the "sustainable consumption" is inherent. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: sustainability, sustainable consumption, sustainableproduction, CSR, corporate citizens, sophisticated clients. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 235-246 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-235-246.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:235-246 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Selvet Niyazieva Author-Email: selvet_niyazieva@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Conventional v.s. Sustainable Marketing Abstract: Nowadays, sustainable development is a world-class trend and one of the ways in which society can cope with the problems it faces today. This paper aims to briefly review the concept of sustainable marketing and clarify how it is better than traditional marketing. This publication is based on secondary data collected from various sources, including scientific papers, journals, conferences, periodicals, textbooks, and the Internet. We focus mainly on the concept of sustainable marketing and discuss the differences between traditional and sustainable marketing. We look at the challenges facing sustainable marketing and offer different ways to overcome them. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: sustainable marketing, conventional marketing, sustainable development, sustainability. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 247-262 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-247-262.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:247-262 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dora Kabakchieva Author-Email: dora_kabakchieva@shu.bg Author-Workplace-Name: "Constantine of Preslav" University of Shumen Title: Branding in Support of the Stable Development of the Region Abstract: The text considers branding in the discourse of the regional sociospatial identification and development of regions as a problem. The specificity of creating a territory brand and the key characteristics of the phenomenon is discussed. A conclusion is made that that branding supports the creation of the conditions necessary for revealing the potential of the regional development by providing for economically, politically and above all social effects. The necessity of institutionalizing that complex and multi-factor process as an important prerequisite for its successful government is highlighted. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: brand, territory brand, branding, regional branding, communication management. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 263-276 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-263-276.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:263-276 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Boryana Grancharova-Serbezova Author-Email: boryana_grancharova@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Meaning And Interpretation of the Notion "Sustainable Brand" Abstract: The present theoretical research focuses mainly on the "sustainable brand" notion. This term has a specific meaning and it combines different visions and interpretations depending on the context it has been mentioned in. The paper conveys the conclusion that the "sustainable brand" can be an intersection point of different semantic positions, encompassed in the main aspects both of the marketing concept for brand and the Sustainability concept. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: sustainability, sustainable development, brand, sustainable brand. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 277-285 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-277-285.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:277-285 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Radina Ruseva Author-Email: radina_ruseva@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Author-Name: Mihaela Hristova Author-Email: mihaela_hristova@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Sustainable Brand Positioning Abstract: Over the past few decades much attention has been paid to environmental issues, sustainable development and consumerism of resources and goods. After an overview of the main pillars regarding sustainability and brand positioning concept, a model of an actual versus perceived greenness has been discussed. On this basis, both authors propose good practices for "green brand" positioning to companies. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: positioning, sustainability, green brand, green marketing. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 286-297 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-286-297.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:286-297 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Svetlana Nencheva Author-Email: swnen4eva@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: The University of Veliko Tarnovo Title: The Chitalishta Brand – Problems and Prospects Abstract: The Chitalishte is a unique public institution that performs educational and enlightenment functions and activities in Bulgaria. The status of his business allows him to be represented as a trademark. The aim of this paper is to test the existence of a brand. The existing legal framework for the activities, development and maintenance of the Chitalishte provides an opportunity to make the present analysis and recommendations. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: brand, management, chitalishte, marketing, sustainable development. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 298-304 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-298-304.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:298-304 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Aleksandar Davchev Author-Email: davchev@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: Some Opportunities That Organic Agriculture Has Itself to Develop a Sustainable Regional Economy Abstract: The organic farming becomes more popular and economically significant nowadays. Тhe change in consumer expectations requires an adequate response from business organizations. It is obvious that the biggest part of the "organic customers" associates this production with the rural regions. This behavior, reflected through the prism of tourism, gives an opportunity for sustainable development of the regions. That state of the market must be used more actively by the stakeholders because this may be the way solving some of the socio-economical problems of our time. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: organic agriculture, tourism, sustainable regional economy. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 305-310 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-305-310.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:305-310 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kaloyan Dimitrov Author-Email: kdimittrov@unwe.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: The Need for Sustainable Leadership in Contemporary Enterprises Abstract: The report aims to create a clearer picture of the essence of "sustainable leadership" and how it can contribute to the sustainable development of modern business organizations. To achieve this goal, the economic aspect of "sustainability" has been considered, incl. environmental sustainability, business sustainability, enterprise sustainability and sustainability in human resource management, and linking to the need for leadership in the context of sustainable development goals. The concept of "sustainable leadership" is described, outlining its main characteristics and emphasizing the role of leaders in the realization of sustainability in the development of modern enterprises. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: leadership, sustainable leadership, sustainability, sustainable development, enterprise. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 311-324 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-311-324.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:311-324 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Evgeniy Stoyanov Author-Email: evg_stojanov@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: Determinants in Improvement of Financial Control Abstract: The paper focuses on the environment in which financial control is developed and perfected. This broad and stretch-like concept acquires logical specificity, and on this occasion a decomposition of the environment from the outside is realized. The analysis provides the opportunity to identify and recognize as key those specific characteristics that predetermine the formation and structuring of financial control in the familiar form and in form and content. The purpose of the exhibition is to present financial control as an element of the socio-economic system aimed at measurement and controlled management of changes in the process of social improvement. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: environment, conflict-generosity, organizational architectureleadership, sustainable leadership, sustainability, sustainable development, enterprise. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 327-341 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-327-341.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:327-341 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Georgi Georgiev Author-Email: ggeorgiev@uard.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Author-Name: Nikolina Mareva Author-Email: n.mareva@uard.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: Measuring Risk-Ajusted Return of Bulgarian Voluntuary Pension Funds Abstract: The purpose of presented manuscript is to evaluate and ranks the Bulgarian voluntary pension funds in the term risk-adjusted return. The segment of voluntary pension funds is chosen because exactly here financial managers make significant efforts in the management of their portfolios and the competition in the sector is realized to the greatest extent. Risk-adjusted returns are calculated using the indicators as: Sharp coefficient, Treynor coefficient, RAROC with VaR framework, Sortino coefficient and Omega. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: pension funds, portfolio evaluation, Sharpe ratio, Treynor ratio, Jensen ratio, RAROC with VaR Sortino ratio. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 342-355 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-342-355.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:342-355 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Plamen Iliev Author-Email: kaviplas@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: New Bulgarian University Title: Management and Control of the Funds of European Programs Abstract: The proposed topic is up-to-date in itself, as the management and control of EU funds in each Member State unfortunately takes place in a variety of different kinds of negative accompanying actions such as fraud, abuse, etc. Therefore, on the basis of reality and experience in the Republic of Bulgaria, I have attempted to present a point of view on the possible negative trends in this direction and their counter-action and struggle. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: European funds, EU Treaty, regulation, strategy, prevention and counteraction of irregularities. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 356-367 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-356-367.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:356-367 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Taner Ismailov Author-Email: t.ismailov@uni-svishtov.bg Author-Workplace-Name: "Dimitar A. Tsenov" Academy of Economics Title: Excise Duties in Bulgarian Tax Income Structure After The European Union Membership Abstract: The excise duties are a specific form of indirect taxation that provides a significant portion of the tax revenue of state budget. They are a peculiar variety of taxes over goods circulation and consumption. Since 2007 Bulgaria is a European Member state and implements its’ taxation policy in a compliance with the EU. That is why examining and analysing the excise duties in Bulgarian tax income structure after the European membership is the focus of this paper. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: excise, excise income, tax structure, Bulgaria. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 368-375 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-368-375.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:368-375 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Aleksandrina Pancheva Author-Email: al.pancheva@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: The Quotas and Gender Freedom of Banks Abstract: The meritocratic principal in the composition of banks boards is disrupted. And it is provoked, too. The years of false meritocracy caused the freedom to be transformed to quotas, that looked like suiting the gender with less presense there. The steps taken with the hard and soft law are oriented towards free choice - but in the future. Are the banks, pressed by the quotas, going to incorporate women as non-executive directors only, creating new stereotypes this way? Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: meritocracy, gender quotas, gender laws and codes, tokenism, banks. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 376-390 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-376-390.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:376-390 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Vladislava Georgieva Author-Email: vy.georgieva@yahoo.com Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: Determinants of Strategic Financial Planning Abstract: The report focuses on key milestones in the strategic financial planning process. External and internal factors from the point of view of a company have been identified and analyzed, which should be taken into account when preparing, implementing and implementing a long-term financial strategy. Updated issues related to evaluation and choice of financial strategy were discussed. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: strategic financial planning, financial strategy, financial evaluation, strategic risk. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 391-397 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-391-397.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:391-397 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pavlina Dimitrova Author-Email: pdimitrova@uard.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: Is the Policy of the Public Companies Useful on the Disclosure of Non-Financial Information on Their Web Sites? Abstract: All public companies are required to legally disclose financial and non-financial information. The ways of disclosing the information, the structure and the content of the information are reflected on the BSE website. In this report, the author will be clarified as far as the companies meet the requirements for setting up a own web-pages. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: public companies, non-financial information, best practices in information disclosure. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 398-410 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-398-410.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:398-410 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Radi Dimitrov Author-Email: r.dimitrov@uni-svishtov.bg Author-Workplace-Name: "Dimitar A. Tsenov" Academy of Economics Title: Improving the Accounting of Bank Accounts of Public Sector Organizations in The Banks Abstract: The object of this paper is the banking services of public sector organizations. The subject is the organization of the individual chart of accounts of commercial banks. The aim of the scientific research is: presentation of objective opportunities for improvement of the accounting of the funds of the budgetary organizations through restructuring of the individual bank chart of accounts. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: budgetary organizations, bank accounts, individual bank chart of accounts. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 411-421 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-411-421.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:411-421 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Krasimira Naydenova Author-Email: krassy_naydenova@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Value Added Tax for Investors Abstract: Investors on the Bulgarian capital market suffer serious problems with VAT enforcement by tax officials. This can lead to serious consequences as investors' transaction costs increase, and confidence and certainty as key factors for the attractiveness of the Bulgarian capital market are worsening. Obstacles to investors lead directly to their outflow, which is critical for the emerging Bulgarian market, which is still illiquid. The corrupted market worsens the financing of companies as it represents one of the only three sources of long-term venture capital and this hinders the sustainable development of the national economy. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: VAT, capital market, investors, institutional efficiency. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 422-429 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-422-429.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:422-429 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Zornitsa Stoyanova Author-Email: zstoyanova@unwe.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Author-Name: Borislav Atanasov Author-Email: atanasov.borislav@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: Barriers in the Implementation of Water Projects in Bulgaria Abstract: The project process is limited in time, require adequate management of a qualified, multidisciplinary team of people, use of significant financial resources. This implies the emergence of many and varied barriers related to change in legislation, delay of payments, inefficient communication, administrative problems, etc. The aim of the paper is to evaluate and analyze barriers in the implementation of projects in the water sector in Bulgaria and on this basis to make recommendations for overcoming them. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: barriers, water sector, project management. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 430-444 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-430-444.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:430-444 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Andrey Zahariev Author-Email: a.zahariev@uni-svishtov.bg Author-Workplace-Name: "Dimitar A. Tsenov" Academy of Economics Author-Name: Stoyan Prodanov Author-Email: prodanovs@gmail.com Author-Workplace-Name: "Dimitar A. Tsenov" Academy of Economics Author-Name: Ivaylo Marinov Author-Email: ivaylo.marinov81@gmail.com Author-Workplace-Name: "Dimitar A. Tsenov" Academy of Economics Title: Bridge "Danube South" (Svishtov-Zimnicea): Cross-Border Solutions for Transport Connectivity Abstract: Building bridges over the river Danube between Bulgaria and Romania leads to full integration of riparian areas in both countries and accelerated economic and social development. The favourable geographical location of the cross-border region of Svishtov – Zimnicea provides opportunities for the development of transit transport in the direction of two of the five Pan-European transport corridors crossing the country. Trafficking survey for the period 2000-2015 shows that the two destinations achieve a 31 km shorter mileage. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: transport connectivity, TEN-T, project "Bridge Danube South (Svishtov – Zimnichea)". Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 445-456 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-445-456.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:445-456 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Anton Marinov Author-Email: antonmarinow@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: Police Academy Title: Analysis of Standard of Living in Bulgaria for the Period from 2007 to 2016 Abstract: The objective of the present research is to define the level of standard of living in Bulgaria for the period from 2007 to 2016 on the grounds of analysis of macroeconomic indicators like: incomes, gross domestic goods, consumption expenditure, employment, total population and demographic characteristics and etc. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: standard of living, gross domestic product (GDP), incomes, consumption expenditure. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 457-469 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-457-469.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:457-469 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Cornelia Philipova Author-Email: k.filipova@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Poverty Among Vulnerable People in Bulgaria for the Period 2006-2016 Abstract: In spite of the overall wealth of the European Union (EU), poverty is still at a relatively high level. In the last years, according to Eurostat data, Bulgaria has had the highest share of persons being at risk of poverty or social exclusion before social transfers in the EU. The figures are even higher for some groups such as children and older people. However, the extent and seriousness of the problem is often not well understood either by policy makers or the general public. As a result sufficient urgency is not given to its eradication. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: age groups, Bulgaria, households, income inequality, poverty, social exclusion, vulnerability. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 470-481 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-470-481.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:470-481 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ervant Stepanyan Author-Email: estepanian@uard.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Author-Name: Kirilka Nenkova Author-Email: kirilkana@yahoo.com Author-Workplace-Name: University of Agribusiness and Rural Development Title: The Future of the Refugee Crisis and the Future of Bulgaria Abstract: Analyzing the attitude of the Bulgarian population towards the refugees and the challenges facing Bulgaria, the authors justify the need for an active policy to regulate migratory flows: conditions for keeping the younger generation in Bulgaria, attracting / returning Bulgarians from abroad, attracting migrants with appropriate educational, qualification socio-cultural and other characteristics. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: refugee crisis, migration, refugees, Bulgarian future. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 482-496 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-482-496.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:482-496 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Aleksandrina Aleksandrova Author-Email: a.alexandrova@uni-svishtov.bg Author-Workplace-Name: "Dimitar A. Tsenov" Academy of Economics Title: The "Education" Problem Within the European Union Abstract: Higher educational level among population leads to a better labor market realization and an unemployment reduction. On the other hand, the R&D Investments and more efficient resource exploitation increase European economy's competitiveness. That is why examining and analysing the "education" problem in the context of the Europe 2020 Strategy is the focus of this paper. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: education, "Europe 2020" strategy, R&D investments. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 497-506 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-497-506.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:497-506 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Hristina Blagoycheva Author-Email: hrblagoycheva@ue-varna.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Social Entrepreneurship and Social Business – the One Side of Two Coins Abstract: Modern society faces many new social problems - poverty, unemployment, aging, and so on. Local authorities are strongly committed to funding projects of social significance, but their capabilities are limited. Social entrepreneurship and social business offer innovative solutions that combine sustainable development goals with social integration at the regional level. Therefore, the aim of this report is to distinguish between the main features of the two types of business and to show the benefit of their functioning for the society. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: social business, social entrepreneurship, social values. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 507-518 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-507-518.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:507-518 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ivelina Dimitrova Author-Email: linadimitrova_91@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economics - Varna Title: Family Allowances for Children – Prevention of Poverty Abstract: Child poverty is one of the main social problems the modern world has to face. In order to solve and provide prevention against poverty, while at the same time break the intergenerational transmission of disadvantage, the member states of EU rely mostly on their social policies using the instruments of social protection – benefits and services. Key task is through these allowances to support the most disadvantaged and promote the well-being of all children which will lead to achieving the goals set by national and international documents. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: child poverty, deprivation, social protection, child allowances. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 519-532 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-519-532.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:519-532 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Tsvetelina Berberova-Valcheva Author-Email: berberova_valcheva@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: Challenges to Deinstitutionalization of Social Services for Children in Bulgaria Abstract: The deinstitutionalization is a process. The aim is for children to be removed from the institutions. Family care is essential for children. The aim is to provide for new opportunities to prevent abandonment. Adoption and foster care should be encouraged. Coordination between many different actors in the deinstitutionalization process is needed. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: deinstitutionalization, social care, children, prevention. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 533-545 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-533-545.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:533-545 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Petia Slavova Author-Email: p_fin@abv.bg Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: Enhancing Competitiveness by Implementation of Management Systems Abstract: In the development and implementation of company strategies, the competitive advantages of the organization and the knowledge of the senior management about the influential intra-company and external factors of the economic environment are of particular importance. One of the advantages of enhancing the competitiveness of the organization can be the introduction of management systems. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: process approach, information systems, management systems, efficiency factors, competitiveness, system deployment. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 546-560 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-546-560.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:546-560 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Marin Geshkov Author-Email: marin_geshkov@yahoo.com Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: Evaluation of the Personnel During the Period of Economic Crisis Abstract: The World Economic Crisis originated in the United States in 2008 and spread out across the Atlantic to strongly affect all the European countries by the beginning of 2009. The objective of this paper is to analyze the effect of the World Economic Crisis on personnel evaluation in an industrial firm and point out ways to mitigate the negative effects on personnel during period of economic crisis. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: evaluation of the personnel, economic crisis, decision making. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 561-568 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-561-568.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:561-568 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Veselka Radeva Author-Email: genradeva7@gmail.com Author-Workplace-Name: University of National and World Economy Title: Positions of the Employers in the Labor Conflicts: Labor, Legal and Managerial Conditions Abstract: The report presents the results of a scientific research on the positions of employers in labor conflicts in the organizations in Bulgaria. Opportunities for preventing and resolving labor disputes are presented on the basis of labor legislation and modern methods of management. Classification-JEL: A00 Keywords: labor conflicts, human resource management, labor law, organizational development. Journal: Regional Economy and Sustainable Development, Conference Proceedings 2017, Research Institute, University of Economics - Varna Pages: 569-577 Issue: 2 Year: 2018 Month: March File-URL: http://research.ue-varna.bg/admin/kcfinder/upload/files/TOM_II-569-577.pdf File-Format: Application/pdf Handle: RePEc:vra:pr1803:y:2018:i:2:p:569-577