The National Research University Higher School of Economics is a research university that carries out its mission through scientific, educational, project, expert-analytical and socio-cultural activities based on international scientific and organizational standards. We recognize ourselves as part of the global academic community, we consider international partnerships, involvement in global university interaction as key elements of our progress. As a Russian university, we work for the benefit of Russia and its citizens. Our university is a team of scientists, staff, graduate students and students who are distinguished by an internal commitment to maintaining high academic standards of their activities.