Kyiv National Economic University named after Vadym Hetman

Vladyslav Horbov

Department:Department of Sociology
Position:Associate Professor
Teacher degree:associate professor
Degree:candidate of sociological sciences
Teaching Experience:13

Education:

2013–2015 — Postgraduate studies in the specialty 22.00.04 – Special and Sectoral Sociologies, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv.

2011–2012 — Donetsk State University of Management.
Master’s degree in Sociology (with honors).

2007–2011 — Donetsk State University of Management.
Bachelor’s degree in Sociology.

Academic DegreeCandidate of Sociological Sciences (equivalent to PhD in Sociology), specialty 22.00.04 – Special and Sectoral Sociologies.

Dissertation topic: “Social Audit as a Technology for Managing the Quality of Higher Education Services”.
PhD Diploma No. DK 040294, awarded on December 13, 2016.

Work Experience

Total professional experience in sociology: 15 years

  • 2024 – Analyst at the NGO Voice of Romni within the project "Strengthening the Capacity of Roma NGOs in Ukraine", supported by the "Capable and Strong" programme of the East Europe Foundation, funded by Switzerland.
    https://voiceofromni.com.ua/doslidzhennya/

  • 2023 – Present – Senior Research Fellow at the Research Institute for Economic Development, working on the project "Relocated Business in the Revitalization of Regional Ecosystems of Ukraine", Project No. 930.

  • 2023 – Present – Sociological data analyst in various projects conducted by the sociological company Active Group.

  • 2022 – Researcher in the complex sociological study "Psychological Condition of Internally Displaced Persons in Ukraine (media monitoring, quantitative and qualitative approaches)" in cooperation with Active Group.

  • 2022 – Present – Expert Consultant at the Institute for Sociological Research, Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University.

  • 2020–2021 – Analyst in the KNEU–HUAWEI research project "Digital Economy: The Impact of ICT on Human Capital and the Formation of Future Competencies."

  • 2019–2022 – Analyst / Project Manager at the Institute for Sociological Research, Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University.

  • 2019 – Participant in projects of LHI "Social Initiatives in Occupational Safety and Health": improving the effectiveness of the social assistance system for low-income families and researching tuberculosis-related issues.

  • 2019 – Analyst of the project "Women and Men in Ukraine’s Energy Sector", implemented by the Heinrich Böll Foundation Representation in Ukraine.

  • 2015 – Present – Freelance analyst in political research, political technologies, and public-oriented quantitative and focus group research.

  • 2015 – Present – Analyst and expert consultant at the NGO Center for Social Audit.

  • 2010–2012 – Project Manager / Analyst.


Training and Coaching Experience

  • Coach-trainer: "Sociology and Sociological Research in Project Design and Implementation", Kyiv Palace of Children and Youth.

  • 2019–2020 – Coach-trainer of the project "Responsible Leadership – The Path to Success."

  • 2018–2019 – Coach-trainer of the course "Quantitative Research in Sociology", marketing firm 4Service Group.


Awards and Honorary titles

  • 2025 – Certificate of Appreciation from the Kyiv Palace of Children and Youth for active participation in community development, creativity, initiative, and contribution to youth development in Kyiv.

  • 2024 – Certificate of Appreciation from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine for initiative, professionalism, and contributions to the development of education and science.

  • 2024 – Honorary Certificate from Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University for years of dedicated service, contribution to the training of qualified professionals, and academic work.

  • 2024 – Diploma of Recognition from Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University for scientific achievements and conscientious teaching on the occasion of Science Day.


Development Courses and Programmes

  • October 2024 – Certificate in "Traumatic Experience and PTSD: Tools for Psychotherapists", Prometheus online platform.

  • October 2024 – Certificate in "Media Literacy: How Not to Fall for Manipulations", Prometheus platform.

  • May 2024 – Certificate in "Accreditation Coaching", 180 hours (6 ECTS), Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University, Institute of Business Education. Certificate No. 18, May 31, 2024.

  • September 2022 – Certificate in "Practical Sociology for Media Professionals", Prometheus.

  • September 2020 – Certificate in "Critical Thinking for Educators", Prometheus.

  • September 2020 – Certificate in "Educational Tools for Critical Thinking", Prometheus.

  • April 2020 – Certificate in "Media Literacy: Practical Skills", Prometheus.

  • April 2020 – Certificate in "Media Literacy for Educators", Prometheus.


Additional Information

  • Member of the Kyiv branch of the Sociological Association of Ukraine.

  • Member of the NGO Center for Social Audit.

  • Experience conducting CATI, CAPI, and CAWI studies.

  • Author of over 40 academic publications.