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  INTERNATIONALIZATION OF THE WINE INDUSTRY COMPANIES IN BULGARIA

  Internationalization is a key indicator of the modern economic system. Researchers are trying to cover and analyze the occurring dynamics, but they do not always give an accurate answer and explanation of the issues that arise. In the wine industry the internationalization problems are many and are not sufficiently studied. The aim of the study ... Internationalization is a key indicator of the modern economic system. Researchers are trying to cover and analyze the occurring dynamics, but they do not always give an accurate answer and explanation of the issues that arise. In the wine industry the internationalization problems are many and are not sufficiently studied. The aim of the study is to highlight the internationalization prospects for wine companies in our country. The research tasks are to study the practice of internationalization, its form of manifestation in companies of the wine industry in Bulgaria and evaluate the factors affecting the companies in the industry in the process of internationalization. The main research thesis is that internationalization in the wine industry can be seen as a historically formed process that is still evolving and that shows stability over time. It is imposed through various forms of manifestation, the knowledge of which leads to increased competitiveness and success based on gained experience and knowledge. The study reveals the importance of internationalization in the wine industry for the development of the Bulgarian economy. The theoretical formulations clarifying this process are studied and the results of an empirical study carried out in the wine industry are presented.

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  IMPROVING THE TRAINING IN STATISTICS BY USING MODERN INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

  The development of information and communication technologies (ICT) and introducing them into all spheres of life is a prerequisite for increasing the use of information technologies to enrich the course content and introduce innovative educational technologies and methods in the training process. The aim of the study is the improvement of ... The development of information and communication technologies (ICT) and introducing them into all spheres of life is a prerequisite for increasing the use of information technologies to enrich the course content and introduce innovative educational technologies and methods in the training process. The aim of the study is the improvement of training in statistics by improving computer and information provisions for students, using modern statistical software, and having access to the existing statistical information systems and databases. All these will result in improving the quality of theoretical knowledge and ongoing practical and applied research of students in ‘Statistics and Econometrics’. The characteristics of statistical information systems of the National Statistical Institute and other statistical institutions in Bulgaria are clarified. The trends in the development of statistical and econometric software are examined. Basic statistical and econometric software products, applied in the training process of students in ‘Statistics and Econometrics’ are presented. The research thesis relies on the belief that in today’s globalizing and dynamic society the use of the potential of ICT in training students in ‘Statistics and Econometrics’ is essential for improving the quality of education and achieving high standards of training, which are important conditions for their successful career

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  OPPORTUNITIES FOR CREATING PRACTICAL INNOVATION STRATEGIES IN BULGARIAN AGRARIAN BUSINESSES

  The study aims to evaluate the development opportunities of the strategic innovation potential of agrarian businesses, as a major factor in improving their competitiveness. In this context the following tasks are set: identifying barriers in the implementation of innovation as a means to increase competitiveness of Bulgarian agrarian businesses; ... The study aims to evaluate the development opportunities of the strategic innovation potential of agrarian businesses, as a major factor in improving their competitiveness. In this context the following tasks are set: identifying barriers in the implementation of innovation as a means to increase competitiveness of Bulgarian agrarian businesses; studying and evaluating the innovation potential in agrarian business on the example of the North Central Region; analyzing and assessing the readiness of agrarian businesses from the North Central Region to apply and develop innovations; outlining the possible strategies for developing the innovation potential of the respondents. The main thesis of the study is that because of the very specific nature of the agricultural sector production the competitiveness of agrarian businesses is highly dependent on the implemented innovation and innovation strategies. The study highlights the following conclusions/results: increasing the innovation potential of agrarian businesses is a factor to improve their competitiveness; in Bulgarian agribusinesses the focus is still inside the business structure and very rarely is directed outside to consumers and market demand; the prevailing sole proprietorships in agribusiness and reconciling the functions of owner and manager lead to underestimation of the need for a strategic approach to achieving long-term objectives; besides, a significant part of them do not set long-term goals.