Bi-annual meeting of ASE's Management team with students

On May 21, 2025, the Aula Magna hosted the bi-annual meeting of ASE's Management team with students, an event meant to facilitate open and constructive dialogue and feedback, as well as to gather students suggestions for the improvement of the academic and student life. This regular event is a token of ASE's commitment for transparency, cooperation and empowering students in decision making processes.

"The Energy of Knowledge" - a partnership between ASE and OMV Petrom

On May 19, 2025, ASE and OMV Petrom organized the third edition of the event entitled "The Energy of Knowledge", to highlight the results of a strategic partnership dedicated to applied education and sustainable development. The event was attended by over 100 students, teachers and representatives of OMV. ASE's Rector, PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, emphasized the role of OMV Petrom as a pioneer in developing a sustainable relationship between ASE and the economic and social environment. Among the key achievements of this partnership, we mention: the renovation of an amphitheater, supporting the international accreditation of ASE, organizing a summer school in Data science, and training teachers in the field of project management.

ASE Job & Internship Fair

On May 14, 2025, the 11th edition of ASE Job & Internship Fair was hosted in the "Ion N. Angelescu" Building. This year, the event was organized in partnership with the Embassy of the France in Romania, which brought an international dimension and more opportunities for ASE's students and graduates. The event benefited from the support of several Francophone organizations, such as CCIFER - Chambre Fran?se de Commerce, d'Industrie et d'Agriculture en Roumanie, AUF-Europe Centrale et Orientale si Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie, CCEF -Conseillers du Commerce Exterieur de la France.

FoodIntelForum 2025

On May 12-14, 2025, the 8th edition of the FoodIntelForum was organized, a leading event in agribusiness, food production, beverage production, retail and HoReCa. On May 14, ASE hosted the debates, opened by PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, Rector. The event benefited from the presence of managers of leading companies in Romania, international experts, representatives of central and local authorities, and academia, who tackled topics related to the automation of "from farm to fork" processes: AI and food product traceability; multiplying money in agribusiness, the impact of new investments for modernization, sustainability, protectionism, cross-border production; identifying business opportunities and effective solutions for the multiple challenges generated by the current economic and political context. The event also included an exhibition area in the monumental hall of ASE's Palace, where several companies presented their products and solutions. Participants also had the opportunity to taste traditional products from local producers.

ASE's Educational Caravan in the County of Hunedoara

On May 12-14, ASE's Educational Caravan visited the towns of Deva, Hunedoara and Simeria, in the County of Hunedoara, to offer high school pupils details on the University's Educational Offer for the 2025 Admission to Bachelor's programs, especially the study programs organized by the Faculty of Management, which has a Distance Learning Center in Deva. In this context, ASE shows its commitment to supporting young people in making informed decisions regarding their academic and professional future and to contributing to the development of a generation of well-trained specialists, adapted to the current demands of the labor market.

Admission exam simulation at the Faculty of Economic Cybernetics, Statistics and Informatics and the Faculty of Law

On May 10, 2025, ASE organized the admission exam simulation at the Faculty of Economic Cybernetics, Statistics and Informatics and the Faculty of Law. More than 1300 pupils chose to have their knowledge tested and become familiarized with exam procedures for the 2025 July Admission session. Dear pupils, we wish you all the best in the July exams!

ASE visited by winners of School Olympiads

On May 7, 2025, ASE's Faculty of Economic Cybernetics, Statistics and Informatics received the visit of 21 pupils, winners of School Olympiads, part of the educational-vocational program "The Olympian's Club of Alexandria - Intelligent Romania", initiated by Antena 3 CNN and the Town Hall of the Municipality of Alexandria. The pupils visited ASE's amphitheaters and AI labs, ASE's Museum and the Aula Magna, and were positively impressed by the University's architectural patrimony and the openness of the academic environment. The event was part of the activities dedicated to the Information Technology Day, as a major step towards bringing competitive youth closer to the economic and technological higher education.

ASE 112 - event organized by the Academy of Hope - Volunteering out of Love for Life

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, ASE's Charity Foundation, Academy of Hope - Volunteering out of Love for Life, organized a Basic First Aid Course for the academic community, in partnership with the Foundation for SMURD, and the Department for Emergency Situations. Responsibility towards the academic community is an essential pillar of ASE's values, and this course is an eloquent example of how the University is actively involved in training students, not only from a professional perspective but also as responsible citizens.

ASE 112 - Launch of study conducted ASE's Faculty of Business Administration in Foreign Languages and REWE Romania

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, ASE's Aula Magna hosted the launch of study conducted ASE's Faculty of Business Administration in Foreign Languages and REWE Romania, entitled "Assessing the economic and social impact of the retail sector in Romania". The event was opened by PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, Rector, who emphasized the value of partnerships between the academic and the business environments, towards sustainable development.

ASE 112 - Launch of the volume entitled "In memoriam Alexandru Puiu. Povestea unei vieti dedicate scolii superioare romanesti de economie si afaceri internationale" [In memoriam Alexandru Puiu. The Story of a Life Dedicated to the Romanian Higher School of International Business and Economics]

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, a book launch event was organized for the volume entitles "In memoriam Alexandru Puiu. Povestea unei vieti dedicate scolii superioare romanesti de economie si afaceri internationale" [In memoriam Alexandru Puiu. The Story of a Life Dedicated to the Romanian Higher School of International Business and Economics], editor: PhD Prof. Dumitru Miron, foreword: PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor.

ASE 112 - Festive Gathering

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, the University's Aula Magna hosted the Festive Gathering, aimed at the recognition of performance and remarkable contributions to the academic community. Several honorary titles were conferred: the "Virgil Madgearu" Academic Merit with Gold Medal, the "Virgil Madgearu" Diploma, and the Honorary Title of "Professor Emeritus"/ "Professor Emerita".

ASE 112 - Cultural events under the title of "Art: Concert. Exhibition. Recitatives"

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, ASE organized a series of cultural events, among which we mention: the launch of painting exhibitions with works by painters from the Republic of Moldova and Norway, student concerts and recitatives, which emphasized the necessary link between academic education and culture.

ASE 112 - Event entitled "Redefined male style - from theory to the catwalk in ASE's Aula Magna"

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, part of series of creative cultural events, ASE organized the event entitled "Redefined male style - from theory to the catwalk in ASE's Aula Magna", comprising a fashion sow and the launch of the volume entitled "Fashion Marketing", author PhD Teaching assistant David-Florin Ciocodeica.

ASE 112 - Book launch: "Portret cu suprasens. Profesorul Marin Dinu" [Portrait with a Meaning. Professor Marin Dinu]

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, a book launch event was organized for the volume entitled "Portret cu suprasens. Profesorul Marin Dinu" [Portrait with a Meaning. Professor Marin Dinu], coordinator PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, Editor: PhD Associate prof. Florina Mohanu, ASE's Publishing House. The volume pays homage to one of the emblematic professors of the University.

ASE 112 - Conference entitled "Strategic anchors for developing the banking sector in the new global context"

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, the National Bank of Romania hosted the fourth edition of the joint conference ASE-BNR, on the topic of "Strategic anchors for developing the banking sector in the new global context". The event provided a framework for dialogue between experts, academics and practitioners, contributing to the development of an applied and analytical perspective on current challenges in the financial system.

ASE 112 - Conference entitled "Sustainable development and waste management"

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, ASE organized the conference entitled "Sustainable development and waste management", in partnership with Supercom SA. The event was hosted by the Aula Magna and brought together academics, specialists and representatives of the private sector.

ASE 112 - Academic research in the spotlight

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, ASE organized a series of events aimed at recognizing scientific efforts and achievements of the academic community. Research teams presented the most important results obtained within the institutional projects carried out during 2024, highlighting their impact on the economic and social environment.

ASE 112 - Round table on "Trends and Challenges in ASE's Internationalization process"

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, the Round table on "Trends and Challenges in ASE's Internationalization process" was organized, during which PhD Prof. Constantin Marius Profiroiu, Vice-rector for International Relations, made an extensive presentation on the topic, with academics and students a sharing from their Erasmus+ and BIP experiences and highlighted the impact of international cooperation on education and research.

ASE 112 - Project entitled "Economic competition between EU member states and its effects on Union policies"

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, ASE's Faculty of International Business and Communication presented the final results of the 2024 institutional project entitled "Economic competition between EU member states and its effects on Union policies", project manager PhD Associate prof. Ioan-Radu Petrariu, Dean. The event benefited from the presence of representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the institution that proposed the research team, as well as representatives of the European Institute of Romania, academics and students.

ASE 112 - The Impact and Challenges of the NIS2 Directive on the academic environment

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, the University organized the conference entitled "The Impact and Challenges of the NIS2 Directive on the academic environment", in partnership with the National Directorate for Cyber Security (DNSC). Among the topics discussed we mention: the role of academic partnerships in strengthening cybersecurity; the implementation of the NIS2 Directive in the academic environment etc.

ASE 112 - Wreath laying ceremony at the tombs of great personalities in ASE's history

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, the academic community paid homage to the memory of our founding fathers and forerunners, during a Wreath -laying ceremony.

ASE 112 - The Interdisciplinary Economics Contest "Today's Pupils, Tomorrow's Professionals"

During the ASE 112 celebratory events week, ASE organized the 11th edition of the Interdisciplinary Economics Contest "Today's Pupils, Tomorrow's Professionals", in partnership with the "A.D. Xenopol" Economic College and the "Tudor Vianu" National College of Computer Science, Bucharest, to offer pupils the opportunity to test their knowledge and skills in an exceptional format.

ASE hosted the launch of the first motivational AI in the field of public education

On April 9, 2025, ASE's Aula Magna hosted the launch event for Saro - the first motivational AI in the field of public education. The event reunited 200 participants, among which we mention: the Minister of Education and Research, PhD Prof. Psych. Daniel David, PhD Prof. Dorel Paraschiv, ASE's Vice-rector for Liaison with the social and business environment and cooperation with students, Elisabeta Moraru, Country Director Google Romania, representatives of the academic and business environments. The initiative aims to reduce the university dropout rate, increase student satisfaction and provide personalized support, through artificial intelligence, for up to 1000 students.

ASE at the Eurasia Higher Education Summit - EURIE

On April 8-10, 2025, ASE's Delegation led by PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, Rector, participated in the Eurasia Higher Education Summit - EURIE, in Istanbul, Turkey. EURIE is an annual international conference and exhibition aimed at connecting the dynamic higher education sector from the Eurasia region to the entire world. ASE's Delegation also comprised PhD Prof. Constantin Marius Profiroiu, Vice-rector for International relations, PhD Prof. Georgiana Camelia Georgescu, Dean of the Faculty of Finance and Banking, and Corina Petrea, the International relations office. ASE's Delegation's program included visits to prestigious universities from Istanbul, including the Marmara University.

Reunion of the Universitaria Consortium

On April 3-5, 2025, ASE's Delegation led by PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, Rector, participated in the reunion of the Universitaria Consortium, hosted by the West University of Timisoara. The event brought together representatives of member universities, to discuss about educational and research cooperation and initiatives, so as to enhance academic partnerships and promote the development of higher education in Romania.

ASE and BRD inaugurated a new educational hub

On March 26, 2025, ASE and BRD Groupe Soci? G?rale inaugurated a new educational hub in the Virgil Madgearu Building, headquarters of the Faculty of Economic Cybernetics, Statistics and Informatics. This co-working and co-learning space is part of the BRD HUBs network, and is intended for students who want to participate in educational events or collaborate on topics such as career, technology, finance, sustainability or entrepreneurship. The hub, with a capacity of over 100 users, offers free wireless internet access. The project strengthens the partnership between ASE and BRD, supporting the professional development of young people.

Book launch in ASE

On March 26, 2025, ASE's Aula Magna hosted the book launch event for the autobiographical volume entitled "HAGI. DRUMUL MEU" [Hagi. My Way]. Renowned footballer Gheorghe Hagi, ASE Alumnus, was celebrated during this festive event dedicated to sports excellence and internationally recognized Romanian football players. The event benefited from the presence of ASE's Rector, PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, the President of the University's Senate, and other representatives of ASE's management team.

ASE's participation in the APAIE 2025 Conference in Delhi, India

On March 24-28, 2025, a Delegation from ASE participates in the APAIE 2025 Conference in Delhi, India, under the aegis of the Study in Romania program. This year's topic is "Cultivating Global Citizens for the Future: The Higher Education Imperative in the Asia Pacific and Beyond". The event aims to facilitate dialogue on internationalization, interculturalization, and the changing demands of education in the 21st century. ASE's Delegation comprises PhD Prof. Paul Pocatilu, Vice-rector for Development of the IT infrastructure and logistics, PhD Prof. Mirela Aceleanu, Head of the Council for Doctoral Studies, and PhD Associated prof. Oana Popovici, Deputy Dean at the Faculty of International Business and Economics.

Working visit to construction sites

On March 10, 2025, ASE's Aula Magna hosted an impactful drug awareness event. Speaker: PhD Prof. Radu Tincu, ICU physician and toxicologist, European expert in addictions. The event was opened by PhD Prof. Dorel Mihai Paraschiv, Vice-rector for Liaison with the social and business environment and cooperation with students, who emphasized the need for correct youth education in the field. Participants benefited from interactive discussions for essential clarifications about the long-term impact and lesser-known dangers of drug use.

Seminar entitled "Choose Consciously: Drug Myths and Facts"

On March 20, 2025, ASE's Rector, PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, and members of the administrative management of the University, went on a visit to the construction sites of the Mihai Eminescu Building and the Moxa Student Dorm, to check the progress of the works undertaken so that deadlines are met.

Launch of RO-SCUD Program

On March 5, 2025, the Carol I Reading Room of the Central University Library hosted the launch of the Romanian Program Science - Culture - Diplomacy RO-SCUD). The program is initiated by the Romanian Academy of Scientists, together with the Bucharest University of Economic Studies and the "I.L. Caragiale" National University of Theatre and Cinematography, and addresses Science, Culture and Diplomacy as factors of Romania's sustainable development, with the complex support of new technologies and cooperation in the European and international space.

Launch of study entitled "Money transparency in the Romanian medical system"

On March 5, 2025, ASE's Aula Magna hosted the launch of the study entitled "Money transparency in the Romanian medical system", undertaken by a team of academics and experts from the Bucharest University of Economic Studies, as part of a research project, at the initiative of the REGINA MARIA Private Healthcare Network. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the transparency of financial flows in the Romanian medical system and the structure of expenditures by service and provider categories.

AFER General Assembly

On February 28, 2025, the General Assembly of the Association of Faculties of Economics from Romania (AFER) was hosted by ASE at its "Ion Gh. Rosca" Training Center Complex in Predeal. The agenda included: discussions on and approval of the AFER Annual Report for January-December 2024, and various other reports, the membership application of the Faculty of Entrepreneurship, Business Engineering and Management from the Politehnica University. Moreover, the agenda also included the elections for AFER management positions for the 2025-2029 term of office - the Academic Council (17 members), and the Audit Committee (3 members). ASE's Rector - PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor was unanimously re-elected AFER President.

Official visit of Japanese students from the University of Hyogo to ASE

On February 24, 2025, PhD Prof. Constantin Marius Profiroiu, Vice-rector for International Relations, received the visit of a group of 14 students and accompanying academics from the University of Hyogo, Japan, with which ASE undertakes numerous joint programs and which has opened a satellite office in ASE. The program of the three-day visit includes various activities with ASE's students enrolled for Japanese language and culture classes, as well as students enrolled in the Bachelor's program on Applied Modern Languages organized by the Faculty of International Business and Economics.

Congratulations to all colleagues who passed the public recruitment exams for academic positions!

On February 24, 2025, PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, ASE's Rector, and other members of the Board of Trustees, congratulated the colleagues who passed the public recruitment exams at the end of the first semester of the 2024-2025 academic year. Out of them, 10 became Professors, 7 - Associate professors, 13 - Assistant professors and 13 - Teaching Assistants. ASE's management team expressed their congratulations and wishes for a successful and rewarding teaching and research career in ASE.

Digitalization of professional internships in ASE

On February 12, 2025, a working meeting was held dedicated to the presentation of ASE's professional internship platform, an innovative project aimed at digitalizing and streamlining the specialized professional practice for students. The event was attended by PhD Prof. Dorel Mihai Paraschiv - vice-rector for Liaison with the social and business environment and cooperation with students, PhD Prof. Paul Pocatilu - Vice-rector for the Development of IT infrastructure and logistics, the Deans of ASE's Faculties, the Deputy-deans in charge with Liaison with the social and business environment and cooperation with students, as well as Chess Coders - the development team for the application.

Visit of the Ambassador of the Republic of Philippine to Romania in ASE

On February 7, 2025, ASE's Rector, PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, received the visit of H.E. Mr. Noel Servigon, Ambassador of the Republic of Philippine to Romania, to discuss about academic cooperation opportunities between ASE and similar universities from Philippine, and the South East Asia (SEA) Network.

Launch of research study

On February 6, 2025, ASE's Aula Magna hosted the launch of the research study entitled "The Romanian tax system: prosperity, convergence and fiscal and budget sustainability", undertaken by a team of academics following the request of the Concordia Employers' Confederation. The study aims to evaluate the impact of the flat tax rate on the evolution of the Romanian economy, from its adoption to the present, and the need to develop several scenarios for adjusting this rate, in the context of public discussions about the reform of the tax system. The launch event was attended by over 200 guests from the academic, economic and social environments, as well as members of the press.

ASE's management team's visits to construction sites

In January 23, 2025, ASE's Rector, PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, PhD Associate prof. Florin Dobre, General Administrative Director, accompanied by representatives of administrative management structures, went on a visit to ASE's construction sites of the "Mihai Eminescu" Building and the Moxa Student Dorm, to check the progress of works undertaken.

Emerge Romania Workshop

On January 20, 2025, ASE's Virgil Madgearu Room hosted the workshop entitled "Developing energy communities in Romania", part of the project entitled EMpowering Communities for EneRGy Transition towards Carbon NEutrality in Romania EMERGE - Romania, launched in September 2024, when ASE initiated the first research endeavors in Romania dedicated to energy communities, as part of a joint Romanian-Norwegian consortium. The Project is undertaken with the support of EEA and Norway Grants, within the program for Funds for Bilateral Relations, EEA and Norway Grants for Romania. The event was opened by PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, ASE's Rector, and benefited from the participation of H.E. Ms. Hilde Svartdal Lunde - Ambassador of Norway in Bucharest, Sebastian Burduja - Minister of Energy, George Niculescu - President of the Romanian Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE), representatives of local authorities and members of ASE's academic community.

Project launch conference

On January 20, 2025, ASE hosted the launch conference of the project entitled ECO-SUCCES - Advanced internship program dedicated to future professionals in the economic field, code 317010, co-financed by the European Union's Education and Employment Operational program 2021-2027. The project aims to connect students with the current demands of the labor market, offering relevant hands on experiences and a vision of the green economy and sustainable entrepreneurship. The event was opened by PhD Prof. Nicolae Istudor, ASE's Rector, and PhD Prof. Razvan Catalin Dobrea - project manager, who referred to ASE's performance in attracting European funds for internships, as well as the objectives of the ECO-SUCCES project.

Guided tour of ASE

On January 16, 2025, 120 pupils from the "Mihai Eminescu" National College in Buzau, accompanied by 7 teachers, visited ASE to find out more about the University's Educational Offer. Representatives of the Marketing and Communication Office offered details on the 2025 Bachelor's Admission contest, study and professional opportunities. The visit ended with a guided tour of ASE's campus.