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To make this special day even more memorable, every graduate received a personal congratulatory message from Andris Nātriņš, Acting Dean of the BA School of Business and Finance of the University of Latvia, together with their diploma and certificate of recognition:
“Today marks an important milestone in your educational and professional journey. It is the day when one significant chapter comes to an end and another begins, bringing new choices, opportunities, and responsibilities for how you will apply the knowledge, skills, and experience you have gained.
On behalf of the University of Latvia Business School, I would like to sincerely thank you for your trust, your respect, and for choosing to study with us. Choosing where to study is never merely a formal decision. It is a decision to invest in your future, your professional identity, and your ability to become an active, thoughtful, and responsible member of both your professional community and society.
I would especially like to acknowledge and appreciate the journey that has brought you to this day. Behind every diploma lies dedication, time, perseverance, moments of doubt, challenges overcome, and the determination to see your goals through to completion. This is an achievement of which you can be truly proud.”
The graduates also received congratulations and best wishes from the directors of their respective study programmes:
"Dear Graduates,
Congratulations on the successful completion of your double-degree Master's study program! This achievement is a testament to your knowledge, perseverance, and ability to thrive in an international environment. I would like to sincerely thank you for the time we have shared, for your contribution to the learning process, your active participation, and your commitment to continuous self-development. Each of you has enriched our study program and left a lasting mark on its development.
I wish that the experience, knowledge, and competencies you have gained will serve as a solid foundation for your future professional and personal achievements. May you always have the courage to set ambitious goals, embrace new opportunities, and shape your future with confidence. May success, growth, and a sense of fulfillment accompany you every step of the way!"
/ Tatjana Mavrenko,
director of study programmes “International finance” and “International finance and banking”
"Today, you are completing an important chapter of your life and taking your first step into a world where finance and technology converge. You have chosen a field that is evolving faster than almost any other, which is precisely why your knowledge, curiosity, and courage are more valuable than any algorithm.
The best financial technology solutions are not the most complex ones, but those that make people's lives simpler, safer, and fairer.
I wish you every success. May your ideas become solutions, your knowledge create value, and your work make a meaningful contribution to a better future."
/ Andris Fomins,
director of study programme “Finance Information Management Systems
“My warmest congratulations on earning your Master's degree! Your determination, curiosity, and willingness to step beyond your comfort zone are truly inspiring. Carry forward what you have achieved here, share it with others, and become leaders within your organizations, communities, and society as a whole! Wishing you every success in the journey ahead!”
/ Marta Kontina,
director of study programme “Business Administration”
"Wishing you a successful and confident career journey ahead. We look forward to meeting you at future industry events!”
/ Ilona Platonova,
director of study programme “Cybersecurity Management”
Special thanks to our distinguished guests of honour at the graduation ceremony:
- Professor Mārcis Auziņš, Chairman of the Council of the University of Latvia, who encouraged graduates to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and never be afraid to think beyond conventional boundaries, as this is what paves the way to success.
- Uldis Cērps, CEO of the Finance Latvia Association, who reminded graduates that the greatest value in the financial sector is trust, built on professionalism, responsibility, and ethical conduct.
- Mārtiņš Bičevskis, Chairman of the Advisory Board of the BA School of Business and Finance of the University of Latvia, who encouraged graduates to embrace challenges, keep an open mind, and confidently shape both their professional and personal journeys.
- Dr. Ardian Retkoceri, Head of Faculty of the SBS Swiss Business School, who warmly addressed the graduates with the following message: "I wish you success in your career, happiness in your life, and the courage to make every place better simply because you were there."
The graduation ceremony also continued the tradition of recognising the authors of the year's outstanding bachelor's and master's theses. Congratulations to the recipients of the BA School of Business and Finance Foundation Awards: Kristers Sils, Andis Jēkabsons, Sandra Polone, Adrija Elizabete Švēde-Grīnberga, Viktorija Zaviša, Mārtiņš Priedītis, Romualds Čerņavskis, Liāna Posmanika, Elīza Betija Ruskule, Valters Survilo, Kaspars Kociņš, Otto Krickis, Raimonds Udačs, Armands Rikmanis, Nikita Kholin, and Jānis Kristiāns Andersons.
We sincerely thank our graduates for the heartfelt words of appreciation and best wishes they expressed both in writing and in their graduation speeches to the academic staff, programme directors, study coordinators, the entire BA School of Business and Finance of the University of Latvia team, and, of course, their fellow students.
We wish every graduate to maintain a lifelong connection with the BA School of Business and Finance of the University of Latvia. You will always remain a valued member of our community, and we look forward to welcoming you back to our courses, events, and, of course, our master's programmes!
