TNMU Students Mastered the Art of Strategy Together with a Professor from Innsbruck

On March 12, 2026, an open lecture by renowned European scholar, Professor Yevhen Bohodistov from the Austrian university MCI | The Entrepreneurial School (Innsbruck), was held at I. Horbachevsky Ternopil National Medical University. The event, held in a hybrid format, brought together master’s students in the “Healthcare Management” program and students from the Faculty of Medicine.

Professor Yevhen Bohodistov is a leading specialist at the Department of Strategic Management and Organizational Behavior at MCI. His research focuses on the intersection of process management, dynamic organizational capabilities, and the psychological aspects of decision-making. With a solid academic background obtained in Ukraine and Germany (European University Viadrina), Professor Bohodistov represents a modern European approach to management, combining academic depth with practical experience in implementing international projects.

The lecture topic was “Fundamentals of Strategy.” The speaker addressed key questions: what strategy means in an era of uncertainty, and why strategic planning is critically important for healthcare institutions. A distinctive feature of the lecture was the author’s method of live communication and interactive dialogue. Professor Bohodistov moved away from the traditional monologue format, engaging students in intensive interaction. This approach enabled students to better grasp complex management concepts, transforming them into practical tools.

Such interaction fosters the development of strategic intuition, allowing future managers not only to observe changes but also to proactively model the development of healthcare institutions in crisis conditions. This method helped participants not just memorize definitions but truly “experience” strategic scenarios, adapting them to the realities of the Ukrainian healthcare system.

The university administration, the guarantor of the “Healthcare Management” program, and all students expressed sincere gratitude to Professor Bohodistov for his professionalism and willingness to share his expertise. They emphasized that the knowledge gained will serve as a strong foundation for the professional development of future managers and doctors. At the same time, there is a shared expectation for deeper cooperation, implementation of new joint projects, and the creation of an educational environment that combines academic excellence, practical relevance, and international openness.