At the introductory session, participants studied the basic principles of general management theory. They discussed how decisions are made, how feedback works, and why management is not just about power, but above all about responsibility. The lecturers were Yuriy Dumansky, Deputy Head of the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of Defenders of Ukraine, and Oleh Kasyan, First Deputy Head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Organization of the Trade Union.

“The modern world is rapidly changing, and for trade unions to remain an influential force, we must prepare leaders of a new generation — with a deep understanding of management theory and the ability to act effectively in conditions of uncertainty. This is just the beginning. Ahead lies even more practice, tools, and real-life examples,” commented the course organizer, First Deputy Head of the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of Defenders of Ukraine, David Zaharyan.