Evgeny Ivanov has over 30 years of experience in high education teaching. He has taught undergraduate and postgraduate students at universities in Vietnam, Russia, France, and China. During this time, he has been a scientific supervisor for more than 100 bachelor’s and master’s students. Before the AUS he has been an Associate Professor of Management and Information Systems and an Associate Professor of Economics at Novosibirsk State University (QS World Rankings 2023: #260). Also, he has been a visiting professor at the University Pantheon-Assas (Paris, France), at Heilongjiang University (Harbin, China), and associate professor at over 15 Universities in Russia. Evgeny is creator and instructor for a popular MOOC on undergraduate topics in economics and information systems in management. He has published more than 40 papers, books, and textbooks. Additionally, he holds patents for computer programs and copyrights for over 20 online courses.

Evgeny completed his PhD at NovosibirskState Academy of Construction and his undergraduate studies at Novosibirsk State University. Also, he obtained a Docent diploma at Altai State University. His research interests lie in the areas of information theory of microeconomics; usage of information and knowledge in economy; mathematical and information models of economic processes; and general economic analyses of states and regions. He has actively collaborated with researchers in these and several related disciplines from Russia, Malaysia, France, Cameroon, and China.

Evgeny has served on more than 30 conference and workshop program committees, and as Program Co-Chair for two conferences. He has also served as Co-Chair of several educational programs. He was a second-round judge for the QS Reimagine Education Awards. His practical experience includes serving as Chair of the Project on the Implementation of a Blended-Learning System (LMS), as well as experience in the computer industry, banking, and the stock market.

Professional Statement

My academic career has been shaped by a long-standing interest in how data, information, knowledge, and economic information systems influence decision-making and institutional development. Trained as an economist-mathematician, I have spent more than thirty years teaching and conducting research in universities across Russia, Vietnam, France, China and India. Working in diverse academic environments has broadened my perspective on economic theory, information systems and higher education.

My research focuses on the informational dimension of economic processes, particularly how information and knowledge function as economic resources. Alongside academic work, I have gained practical experience in banking, information technology, and applied economic analysis, which has strengthened my interest in connecting economic theory with real-world problems.

Teaching has been the central element of my professional life. I have taught courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, business analytics, and information systems, and have supervised more than one hundred undergraduate and graduate students. I am also strongly interested in educational innovation and digital learning. A significant part of my work has involved designing online courses and implementing blended-learning environments using Learning Management Systems (LMS), which I see as an important way to expand access to high-quality education and improve learning outcomes.

International collaboration has also been an important part of my academic life. Through visiting appointments, joint programs, and research partnerships, I have worked with colleagues across Europe and Asia. These experiences have reinforced my belief that universities serve as bridges connecting ideas, cultures, and people.

Outside my formal academic work, I enjoy engaging with broader discussions about economic development, digital transformation, and the future of higher education. I remain curious about new ideas, emerging technologies, and the ways in which economic thinking can contribute to solving complex societal challenges. Ultimately, what motivates me most in my professional life is the opportunity to help build intellectual connections – between ideas, between people, and between different parts of the world.