On February 12 and 13, 2019, YSU Ijevan branch hosted “Contemporary Issues of Education” and “How do people Learn?“ seminars, conducted by Serob Khachatryan, Education Expert, lecturer of YSU History of Philosophy Department.

The two-day seminars were attended by the representatives of YSUIB administrative and professorial staff.

During the first seminar on “Contemporary issues of education,” the participants got acquainted with the changes that took place in the world, the changes that affect students.

It was emphasized that we need to consider students life outside of the University, in order to effectively organize the learning process.

One of the factors influencing the students is the increase in the flow of information as a result of which there is a deficit of attention among students. The more information we have, the more we are distracted. This circumstance complicates the learning process.

According to the tutor today everything is adapted to a person. However, education is effective when a person adapts to the learning process.

 On February 7th, 2019, we had an interview with YSU Ijevan Branch, graduate of 2008 academic year, director of “Ijevan” branch of “Unibank” OJSC Julieta S. Tchagharyan.

– We would like to know your birth date and place.

– I was born in 1985, in Sevkar village.

– Tell us about your family (parents, husband, children).

– My father, Samvel Tchagharyann, (from the age of 23) was the director of the Sevkar secondary school, my mother, Anahit Davtyan, worked as a chief economist at the village administration. I am married, I have two children. My son is eight years old, my daughter is five, my husband is an insurance regulator.

– What was your childhood dream?

– Being exceedingly compassionate person, I dreamed to become a lawyer in order to help people who were in difficult situations.

– What education did you receive?

– 2002-2006, I studied at YSU Ijevan branch of “Theoretical Economics” bachelor’s degree. From 2006 to 2008, I studied at YSU Master Degree, “Money Circulation, Finance, Banking” specialization.

– What role did YSUIB education have in your life?

– YSUIB education has played a vital role in my life. My native university has given me a lot, not only high-quality education, but also spiritual and moral upbringing, and my university encouraged me a lot. For the first time, I demostrated my leadership qualities there. For the first time at YSUIB I was given a  certificate for exemplary behavior and progress, which excited me a lot. Although I studied at the Branch on a paid basis, but I was given a partly compensation of tuition fee for my high academic achievement, later on, I enrolled in a free system of education at YSU Master’s degree.

–What work experience do you have?

– Since the third year of my studies, I worked in the World Vision Armenia Organization (CBC) as a regional observer. Since 2008, I have been working in Ijevan branch of “Unibank” OJSC as a General Manager, Since 2017, March, I work as the bank director.

– What is your favorite book?

– Victor Hugo’s “Les Miserables” novel.

– What is the last book you read?

– Because of the shortage of time, I do not manage to read fiction books very often, mainly I read the professional literature, follow the legislative changes.

– What music do you prefer and what is your favorite song?

– I prefer  Russian chanson.

– What is your favorite movie?

– I love meaningful movies. I can not see the same film for the second time. I like, for example, “The Pirates”.

– Do you have a favorite sport?

– Swimming: I do not like powersports.

– What is your favorite place in Armenia and abroad?

– In Armenia, my favourite place is Ijevan, what refers to abroad, I adore the “City of Love”, Paris.

– What qualities do you value in people?

– Humanism, gratefulness, honesty. I do not like double-edged people.

– Do you have the quote or slogan you are guiding?

– Depending on the situation, I have some preferred quotes, such as “Those who do not risk, do not drink champagne”, “He who digs a pit for others, falls in himself”, “Do not throw a stone into the  water you drink”.

-What will you never do?

– I will not  violate anyone’s rights, I will not steal, I will not disappoint.

“What are you afraid of?”

– I am afraid of loneliness.

“Why are you sorry?”

– I’m sorry that i can not return what my parents have given me.

– What helps you make up your mind in difficult situations?

– Time. I do not make hasty decisions, I wait, think and then make a new decision. When making a decision, I attach importance to the factor of humanity.

– What do you think is the biggest achievement of your life?

– My family and my upbringing.

– What is your formula for success?

– Work, devotion to the work, high sense of responsibility.

– What is the most invaluable advice you have received?

– My dad always said, “Always put your hope in yourself. put your hand on your knees and stand up. “

– What is the main message that you would give to young people (in particular, YSUIB students)?

– I would advise YSUIB students, to be well-educated, because without education, they can not find their place in life, without their sense of responsibility (both in education and work). Every person must have ambitions and endeavour to achieve his/her goals.

– Thank you for an interesting interview.

Interviewed by YSUIB Public Relations and Press responsible Hasmik Vanyan.

 On February 5th, 2019, Ijevan Branch of  “Yerevan State University” Foundation hosted a training course on “Life Skills”, implemented by IAB International academy of Business, within the framework of Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company’s “Youth Empowered” three-year program.

20 young people from Tavush region  took part in the training.

The training was conducted by Hakob Makdis, a trainer at IAB International academy of Business and Slavik Alaverdyan, lecturer of YSUIB Department of General Mathematics and Natural Sciences.

1. Alaverdyan presented “Youth Empowered” program and then started the “Self-awareness and Self-Development” modules.

Hakob Makdis conducted the “Creating and Strengthening Professional Ties” module, focusing specifically on body language.

“Communication Skills”, “Job Search and Applying Skills” modules were implemented by the trainers jointly with the support of mentors Anush Saribekyan, Arpine Yeganyan, Alex Nersisyan, Zhanna Kocharyan and Arpi Tamrazyan.

With the help of experienced mentors, program participants acquire self-development and self-assessment skills, including online and offline networking, receiving and giving feedback, writing a cover letter and a CV and others. 

The next training on “Life and Business Skills” will be held in spring.

If you want to take part in the upcoming trainings, do not hesitate to register via the following link.

The photos of the training are available in the gallery.

 On January 29 and 30, 2019, a two-day training course on “Business Skills” was held at YSU Ijevan Branch, implemented by IAB International Academy of Business, within the framework of the “Youth Empowered” three-year program of Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company.

The training was attended by more than 25 young people from Tavush region including YSUIB students and graduates.

The training was conducted by the Executive-director of “Madatech” David Babayan and YSUIB employees, acting Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Associate Professor of the department of General Economics, Ph.D. Gayane Avetisyan, assistant of the same department Anzhela Alexanyan, lecturers Hripsime Hayrapetyan, Arpine Yeganyan and Marietta Atabekyan, lecturer of the department of General Mathematics and Natural Sciences Slavik Alaverdyan.

Slavik Alaverdyan made an opening speech. He presented  “Youth Empowered” three-year program, the activity of IAB International academy of Business, “Business Skills”  modules and trainers.

The training was accompanied by theoretical material, questions and discussions, tests and individual assignments and group work.

On the first day, “Time Management”, “Project Management” and “Business Plan” modules were implemented. The participants got acquainted with the principles of efficient use of time, Eisenhower Time Management Matrix, Project Specificity and Limitations, Lifecycle and Management Processes, WBS, Gantt Chart, SMART Business Purpose, Business Plan Design. The participants introduced with groups the events structure for their organization, compiled the Gantt chart, and completed Eisenhower matrix.

At the start of the second day, firstly, Business plan module was touched upon, followed by Financial Literacy, Negotiations, and Sales Skills Modules. The market and the internal market, organization’s economic cycle, key accounting concepts, evaluation of financial results, the functions of financial means, negotiation types, stages of the negotiation process, product, customers’ motives, and the role of competitors were presented. The groups negotiated and then prepared products from the given objects and presented their peculiarities and competitive advantages.

The meal break during the training was provided by “Marani” supermarket in Ijevan. During the training, Milena Hambardzumyan, a supermarket employee, presented the organization’s activities, also mentioning that they have vacancies.

At the end of the training, the trainers thanked the young people for their participation and called for a thorough study of the guidelines and the program’s activities for future business ideas.

The next training on “Life Skills” will take place on February 5.

The photos of the training are available in the gallery.