Miranda Kavadze
Dean of the School of Management at Kutaisi International University
Miranda Kavadze holds a PhD in Economics (2017) with a doctoral dissertation on “The Main Directions of Enhancing the International Competitiveness of Georgia’s Economy.” She also earned a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance, Banking, and Insurance (2010).
Her professional background encompasses both academic and administrative activities. She has extensive experience in teaching and university management, having worked in various academic and administrative positions. She has also been actively engaged in international teaching and research initiatives both in Georgia and abroad.
Her research interests include international competitiveness, income inequality in a global perspective, the impact of digitalization on the service sector, the role of renewable energy in sustainable development, and regional economic processes. Miranda Kavadze is the author of a monograph and teaching resources, as well as numerous scholarly articles published in international peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. She has presented her research at international and local academic conferences.
Miranda Kavadze actively supervises student research projects at both bachelor’s and master’s levels, including within international exchange programs. Under her guidance, students have participated in academic conferences, international research activities, and the development of innovative ideas.
She has also been involved in international grant and educational initiatives. She contributed to the development of students’ entrepreneurial skills, the creation of innovative business ideas, and opportunities for international exposure. Within Erasmus+ projects, she facilitated the modernization of academic programs, improved credit recognition and academic mobility processes, and promoted student engagement and collaboration with international partners.
In addition to her academic and research work, Miranda Kavadze regularly participates in professional trainings and workshops. She is certified in entrepreneurship, leadership, innovative teaching methods, and training of trainers, which further strengthens her professional competencies.
