HSE Graduate School of Business held the 2025 Fall Career Week
Career Week at the HSE GSB traditionally attracts great interest from top employers who open unique opportunities for students’ professional growth. In 2025, the event brought together some of the best employers in Russia and leaders in their industries, including Axenix, Avito, Alfa-Bank, X5, 1C, EkoNiva Group, UniRus, T2, Ozon, Technologies of Trust (TeDo), Level Group, SberMobile, Kept, EkoPsi, and Rosselkhozbank.
The first day, dedicated to artificial intelligence, began with a series of company-led master classes discussing key topics such as human–AI interaction, the transformation of professions under the influence of technology, the economics of AI implementation, and opportunities for its monetization. The day concluded with a panel discussion titled “Careers in 5 Years: Which Professions Will Disappear, and Which Will Be Created by Artificial Intelligence?” Representatives from Avito, UniRus, Technologies of Trust (TeDo), and SberMobile explored AI’s impact on professional roles and shared their forecasts on the skills that will be in demand in the near future.
After the discussion about the future of work, participants focused on practical aspects of employment and career preparation. Students took part in one-on-one consultations and “hot seat” sessions, where HR professionals reviewed their resumes, conducted mock interviews, and analyzed test assignments. These sessions helped participants see themselves through employers’ eyes, identify their strengths and areas for improvement, and gain confidence before real interviews. As a result, many students were added to company talent pools, significantly improving their chances of successful employment.
The final day centered on direct interaction between students and company representatives. Partner companies hosted interactive booths, presented current job openings, shared their corporate values, and discussed career prospects. Participants received advice on developing professional skills and navigating selection processes effectively. The week concluded with a speed dating session, where students met recruiters and company representatives in short interview rounds. This format allowed participants to make direct connections, receive instant feedback, and take their first steps toward real career opportunities.
Career Week extended beyond the HSE GSB campus as well: students took part in company visits to Kept and UniRus, where they learned about internal processes, corporate culture, and career development opportunities.
Deputy Director, HSE Graduate School of Business
Career events are an integral part of life at any successful business school. The 2025 Fall Career Week was highly dynamic, bringing together leading companies and hundreds of our promising bachelor’s and master’s students. Employer interest in our students is one of the key indicators of the HSE GSB’s success in preparing qualified management professionals. We are proud that this event remains one of our flagship initiatives and continues to grow each year in scale and format.
Director, Career Center, HSE Graduate School of Business
The Fall Career Week is a strategic project for conscious career development that connects students and the business community. We create a space where students not only learn about professions but also gain real experience through direct communication with employers, self-assessment, and skill-building. Our special thanks go to our partners for their expertise and to the Career Hub student team for their invaluable contribution to organizing events that help their peers build successful careers.
Maria Odintsova
Head of Regional University Relations, 1C
We were delighted to take part in the 2025 Fall Career Week at HSE GSB. It was a wonderful opportunity to meet talented young people eager to grow and enter the IT industry. We enjoyed talking with students, answering their questions, and presenting collaboration opportunities with 1C and its partner companies. We were impressed by the broad range of interests among young professionals and their strong motivation to learn. We hope our participation will help students define their career paths. Thank you for the invitation — we look forward to future initiatives together!
Viktoria Popova
Senior Employer Brand Development Specialist, Axenix
The HSE GSB Fall Career Week once again allowed our company to showcase the full range of Axenix’s expertise and career opportunities. Thanks to the Career Center’s thoughtful organization and diverse event formats — from booth sessions to company tours, HR master classes, expert lectures, business games, networking sessions, and panel discussions — the interaction between employers and students was truly comprehensive. We particularly appreciate the Career Center’s client-oriented approach, which makes preparation and participation both pleasant and effective.
Lala Iritsyan
2nd-year Bachelor’s student, Marketing and Market Analytics, Career Week organizer
This year’s Fall Career Week was a wonderful experience where I participated both as a guest and as an organizer. It gave me a great opportunity to learn more about leading companies in different industries, discover internships, and get valuable information about current vacancies. The expert-led workshops were especially helpful in clarifying my next career steps. Overall, it was an inspiring and useful event — working with the Career Hub team was the best part for me as an organizer, while as a participant I really enjoyed the chance to connect with companies. I highly recommend this event to anyone thinking about their professional future.
Andrey Konko
4th-year Bachelor’s student, Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics, Career Hub Coordinator
Career Week is one of the most important events at HSE GSB as it brings together students and top companies in a professional setting. Many young talents find suitable opportunities here and connect with peers who share similar goals and ambitions. Personally, Career Week is a great chance to develop my organizational skills and take part in an engaging project alongside responsible and motivated people.
Andrey Khmaruk
2nd-year Bachelor’s student, Marketing and Market Analytics, the most active participant in the Career Week challenge
The Fall Career Week at HSE GSB was extremely rich and valuable. The detailed resume review sessions by company experts were intense but very helpful, and the final day’s booth session gave me a chance to network, learn about internships, and even win some company merchandise. The live networking opportunities with employers and peers were also invaluable. This event definitely deserves attention.
The 2025 Fall Career Week became a vibrant space for professional growth and meaningful interaction between students and employers. It is where ambitions turn into concrete goals, ideas are brought to life, and the first career steps are taken consciously — with the support of the country’s leading companies.