ETECH 2026 SUMMARY

On 22–23 April 2026, EKA University of Applied Sciences, in cooperation with Alberta College, Ferris State University, Sumy State University, the Baltic Circular Eco-System Association, the European Marketing and Management Association (EUMMAS), the European Digital Learning Network (Dlearn), the New Door Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator, and the Latvian Association of Economists, organised the International Scientific Conference “Emerging Trends in Economics, Culture and Humanities” (etECH2026). 

This was the 10th anniversary edition of the etECH conference, bringing together participants from Armenia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Georgia, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Turkey, Ukraine, and the USA, who presented their research results in twelve parallel sessions:

• Macroeconomics, International Economics, Public Economics and Financial Economics
• Sustainable Development and Circular Economy
• Economics and Sustainability (Online)
• Human Resource Management
• Business Administration, Management and Corporate Finance
• Business (Online)
• Law
• Education and Youth Studies
• Information Technologies and Digitalisation
• Culture Studies and International Culture Project Management
• Creative Industries, Arts and Design
• Digital Games, Gamification, Virtual Reality

Conference programme

Conference abstracts proceedings

Conference plenary session record on YouTube

Conference photo gallery
 

Dear friends, partners, and conference participants!

Thank you for your trust and for the great interest in our anniversary conference! We look forward to seeing you next year at etECH2027!

Best regards,
Prof. Jelena Titko
Coordinator of etECH2026
Vice-Rector for Science and International Cooperation, EKA University of Applied Sciences

Since 2019, EKA acts as a co-organizer of the International Economic Forum https://economicforum.lv/

The International Economic Forum (I.E.F) is an international platform for collaboration between scientists, entrepreneurs and politicians that organized by the Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences https://eilza.lv/ . The Forum emphasizes international cooperation and plays a key role in shaping global economic trends, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering science-based solutions for future prosperity.

Since 2023 EKA has been actively co-organizing and co-hosting various activities, such as satellite conferences, webinars, and other events with DLearn.

The European Digital Learning Network (Dlearn) is a non-profit organization addressing digital transformation challenges, skills gaps, and learning opportunities. It fosters sharing, networking, and advocacy to bridge local voices with EU policies. Through project labs, lobbying, and knowledge exchange, DLEARN enhances digital education and business opportunities. Its working groups monitor and promote the latest trends, supporting transnational initiatives to boost digital learning and skills at both local and European levels.

Conferences and other events:

• 2025.  September 17. DigitEdu 2025 conference “Bridging Digital Gaps: Empowering Learners through Green and Digital Skills”. Information is HERE.
• 2024. December 12. Webinar “Supporting the Green and Digital Transitions in Education and Training: Greening the Future”.
• 2023. November 8-9. "FuturEDU 2023" International Scientific and Educational Conference. Agenda HERE.

STUDENT RESEARCH ACTIVITIES: INVENTIO 2026

On 29 and 30 May 2026, the EKA University of Applied Sciences, in cooperation with Alberta College, organised the International Scientific Practical Student Conference “INVENTIO 2026”.

On 29 May, sections for international students and online sessions took place, while on 30 May the programme included keynote speeches, on-site sessions and creative workshops.

Best presentations:

29.05

FOREIGN STUDENTS’ SESSION I – IT

• Nino Barjadze. EKA University of Applied Sciences. Data Protection Training Information Systems. (sc. sup. Maksims Žigunovs)
• David Steban Sanabria Talero. EKA University of Applied Sciences. Development of a Responsive Website for “Café Friends” Coffee Shop (sc.sup. Andrejs Liepiņš)

FOREIGN STUDENTS SESSION II – Management and Economics

• Harshani Masimbula Vidanalage, Meepura Liyanage, Sandul Rehan Yasasvi Siriwardana and Munaf, Ashfaq Ahamed. EKA University of Applied Sciences. Exploring Awareness of Non-Communicable Disease Risks and Motivation in Healthy Life Style Practices Among Working Professionals in Colombo, Sri Lanka (sc. sup. Vita Zariņa)

FOREIGN STUDENTS SESSION III – Business Administration

• Ivane Aleksaia. EKA University of Applied Sciences. Impact of ESG Score on Company′s Performance in Fintech Industry (sc. sup. Kaspars Steinbergs)
• Abdunabi Tilovov. EKA University of Applied Sciences. The Role of Human Capital in Improving Service Quality in Telecom Companies in Uzbekistan  (sc. sup. Ksenija Ijevļeva)

FOREIGN STUDENTS SESSION IV – Cultural Management

• Abraham Edet Akpan. EKA University of Applied Sciences. Stakeholder Engagement in International Cultural Project Management: Latvian-Nordic Network (sc. sup. Kaspars Šteinbergs)

ONLINE SESSION I – Interior Design

• Sanija Ērgle, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Specific Features and Design of Smart Home Interiors. (sc. sup. Lauma Kokoreviča)

ONLINE SESSION II – Management, Entrepreneurship and Business Economics

• Marina Kuzminova, Alberta College. Development of Strategic Guidelines for a Clothing Printing Company. (sc. sup. Sandra Tetere)
• Beatrise Šumahere, Austra Peltmane, Natālija Ļistopada, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Demand for the Development and Tailoring of Specialised Tracksuits for Dancers in Latvia. (sc. sup.  Vita Zariņa)

ONLINE SESSION III – Law

• Anatolijs Seredickis, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Legal Framework for the Acceptance and Acquisition of Inheritance in Latvia. (sc. sup. Dace Ūdriņa)

30.05

SESSION I – Information Technologies

• Toms Trankalis, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Research on the Computer Network of a Financial Sector Company. (sc. sup. Roberts Glaudiņš)

SESSION II – Management Studies and Human Resource Management

• Laura Paskalova, Angelina Filipova, Gvido Miezis, EKA University of Applied Sciences. The Effectiveness of the Housing Assistance System in Latvian Municipalities: Governance Challenges and Proposals for Regulatory Improvement. (sc. sup. Ilona Lejniece)
• Linda Šilska, EKA University of Applied Sciences. The Role of a Quality Management System in Improving the Operations of Real Estate Management Companies. (sc. sup. Jānis Pildavs).

SESSION III – Accounting and Financial Management

• Indra Greitāne, Jolanta Klēviņa, Kristīne Ālmane, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Amendments to Article 41 of the Value Added Tax Law: Increasing the Standard VAT Rate of 21% by Two Percentage Points. (sc. sup. Tatjana Daudiša and Edgars Čerkovskis)

SESSION IV – Cultural Studies

• Sintija Ruskule, EKA University of Applied Sciences. The Active Minority: Concentration of Participation among Members of Youth Organisations. (sc. sup. Jeļena Budanceva)

SESSION V – Social and Well-Being Studies

• Kitija Čemme, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Perceptions of Different Age Groups Regarding the Most Important Values in Relationships. (sc. sup. Jeļena Budanceva)

SESSION VI – Marketing and Public Relations

• Annija Sāra Maļinovska, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Young People’s Choice of Perfume as an Element of Self-Expression and Social Identity. (sc. sup. Jeļena Budanceva)

SESSION VII – Law

• Jānis Dreimanis, EKA University of Applied Sciences. The Role of the State President’s 2025 Initiative in Promoting Voter Participation. (sc. sup. Elvis Dibaņins)

SESSION VIII - Interior Design

• Amanda Otto, EKA University of Applied Sciences. The Popularity and Aesthetic Interaction of Metal Furniture and Concrete Microcement in Contemporary Interiors. (sc. sup. Evija Skriba)

SESSION IX – Brand and Loyalty

• Emīlija Zobena, EKA University of Applied Sciences. A University Mascot Keychain with a QR Code as a Student Guide. (sc. sup. Ksenija Miļča)

SESSION X – Game-Based Solutions in Financial Literacy

• Vladislavs Malenkovs, Viktorija Koposova, EKA University of Applied Sciences. Game Prototype “Family Debt”. (sc. sup. Andris Aleksandrs Priedītis)

Student Conference 2026 Programme

Student Conference 2026 Photo Gallery

Organizational issues:

Dr.oec., assoc. prof. Jevgenija Dehtjare
EKA Scientific Institution
jevgenija.dehtjare@eka.edu.lv
   

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            STUDENTS′ CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

Collection of students scientific research papers consists of the EKA University of Applied Sciences (EKA) and Alberta College (AC) students and graduates′ state exam work fragments as well as articles submitted for the Students International Scientific Practical Conference. The articles provide results of research in the fields of economics, finance, accountancy, management, linguistics, public relations, marketing, information and communication technologies, law etc. .

Contacts:

Jeļena Titko, Vice-Rector for Science of the EKA University of Applied Sciences
E-mail: jelena.titko@eka.edu.lv

Natalya Soopa, Study Methodologist of the EKA University of Applied Sciences
E-mail: administracija@eka.edu.lv

Students article collection, 2025 (VIII)

Students article collection, 2025 (VII)

Students article collection, 2025 (VI)

Students article collection, 2025 (V)

Students article collection, 2025 (IV)

Students article collection, 2025 (III)

Students article collection, 2025 (II)

Students article collection, 2025 (I)

Students article collection, 2024 (VII)

Students article collection, 2024 (VI)

Students article collection, 2024 (V)

Students article collection, 2024 (IV)

Students article collection, 2024 (III)

Students article collection, 2024 (II)

Students article collection, 2024 (I)

Students article collection, 2023 (VI)

Students article collection, 2023 (V)

Students article collection, 2023 (IV)

Students article collection, 2023 (III)

Students article collection, 2023 (II)

Students article collection, 2023 (I)

Students article collection, 2022 (IV)

Students article collection, 2022 (III)

Students article collection, 2022 (II)

Students article collection, 2022 (I)

Students article collection, 2021 (VIII)

Students article collection, 2021 (VII)

Students article collection, 2021 (VI)

Students article collection, 2021 (V)

Students article collection, 2021 (IV)

Students article collection, 2021 (III)

Students article collection, 2021 (II)

Students article collection, 2021 (I)

Students article collection, 2020 (IV)

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Students article collection, 2020 (I)

Students article collection, 2019 (IV)

Students article collection, 2019 (III)

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Students article collection, 2019 (I)

Students article collection, 2018 (IV)

Students article collection, 2018 (III)

Students article collection, 2018 (II)

Students article collection, 2018 (I)

Students article collection, 2017 (III)

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Students article collection, 2016

Students article collection, 2015

            STUDENT CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS PROCEEDINGS

Abstracts proceedings of the Students’ international scientific conference „Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice” contains paper abstracts that were presented in the conference sections: FOREIGN STUDENTS’ SESSION ONLINE SESSION Information Technologies Management Studies and Human Resource Management Accounting and Financial Management Cultural Studies Social and Well-Being Studies Marketing and Public Relations Law Interior Design Brand and Loyalty Game-Based Solutions in Financial Literacy

Publishing:
EKA University of Applied Sciences
Alberta College

Managing editor:
Jelena Titko, jelena.titko@eka.edu.lv 

Contact information:
Natalya Soopa, administracija@eka.edu.lv 

 

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            COLLECTION OF DESCRIPTIONS OF ART AND CREATIVE WORKS

The special edition “Student Research and Creative Activity 2020: Description of Students′ Creative Projects and Works of Art” of the International Scientific-Practical Conference “Student Research Activity: Theory and Practice” includes descriptions of the creative works and computer games developed by EKA study programs "Brand Design", “Interior Design” and “Computer Game Design”.

Publishing:
EKA University of Applied Sciences

Responsible editor:
Jeļena Titko, Dr.oec., professor of the EKA University of Applied Sciences, Vice-Rector for Science

Editor:
Ksenija Miļča, Mg.art., director of EKA study programs “Interior design” and "Brand design"

Description of students′ creative projects and works of art. 2025

Description of students′ creative projects and works of art. 2024

Description of students′ creative projects and works of art. 2023

Description of students′ creative projects and works of art. 2020

            CONFERENCE ARCHIVE

Year 2025 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2025

Year 2024 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2024

Year 2023 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2023

Year 2022 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2022

Year 2021 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2021

Year 2020 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2020

Year 2019 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2019

Year 2018 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2018

Year 2017 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2017

Year 2016 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2016

Year 2015 - Student Research Activities: Theory and Practice 2015

Year 2014 - Research Work of Students: Theory and Practice 2014

Year 2013 - The Scientific Practical Conference Dedicated to Research Work of Students

Year 2012 - The Scientific Practical Conference of the Students’ Research Papers

EDUCATIONAL-METHODICAL CONFERENCE 2026

On 29 January 2026, the annual Teaching Methodology Conference took place, organised by Alberta College and the EKA University of Applied Sciences. This year’s conference focused on modern teaching methods and the use of artificial intelligence in the study process, while also emphasising the ethical and legal aspects of the academic environment.

Conference theme: Digitally and Ethically Enriched Education

Conference presentations

• Sexual harassment – recognition, prevention, and legal protection.
• Practical solutions implemented within the Erasmus+ Small-Scale Partnership Project No. 2024-2-LV01-KA210-VET-000280127, including the integration of digital and artificial intelligence tools into the design and implementation of study courses.
• Masterclass: How to transform your course into a multimodal learning experience; how to integrate CLIL elements without fully restructuring the course; using artificial intelligence tools for designing assignments and assessments; increasing student engagement in the online learning environment.

Speakers

• Gundega Bruņeniece, Prevention of Discrimination Unit, Office of the Ombudsman of the Republic of Latvia.
• Sandra Tetere, Mg.sc.oec., Director of the study programmes Business Administration and Human Resource Management, Alberta College.

Conference programme: available here

Contact information

Karina Zalcmane, Vice-Rector for Studies and Development, EKA University of Applied Sciences
karina.zalcmane@eka.edu.lv

Highlights from the conference: