Aneta Marichova

Aneta Marichova is an Associate Professor at the University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (UACEG) in the Faculty of Transport Engineering, Department of Social Sciences. She maintains office hours on Mondays (5-6 p.m.) and Thursdays (2-3 p.m.) in Cabinet B8 and teaches across multiple economics and management disciplines.

Education:

• Master's degree in "Political Economy" from University of National and World Economy
• Fluent in English and Russian

Research Focus:

Professor Marichova specializes in economic research within the construction industry, applying the "Market Structure - Strategic Behavior - Competitive Advantages" framework. Her work examines dynamic capabilities of construction firms, sustainable business models, and market structures. She has developed expertise in bridging economic theory with practical construction management applications, particularly regarding sustainable development challenges.

Publication Trends:

Her recent scholarly output (2020-2024) reveals a clear trajectory toward sustainability and digital transformation in construction economics. Approximately 70% of her publications address sustainable development themes, with growing emphasis on digital business strategies, circular economy applications, and the impact of EU policies like the Green Deal. Her research consistently connects theoretical economic models with practical construction industry challenges, particularly regarding resource productivity and competitive advantage building.

Research Projects:

• Balkan Cluster Project (2016): EU-funded initiative developing SME and cluster models for sustainable economic development in the Bulgaria-Serbia region
• Sofia Urban Development Analysis (2012): Comprehensive economic study of Sofia's growth patterns and municipal fragmentation

Professional Activities:

Professor Marichova teaches across the educational spectrum, from bachelor's to postgraduate programs, in both traditional and distance learning formats. She has collaborated extensively with architecture students on projects analyzing architectural firms from client and competitor perspectives. Her international engagement includes numerous conference presentations at ARSA, EIIC, and HASSACC events, demonstrating her active participation in the global academic community.