On November 11, 2026, the North Caucasus Federal University hosted the educational event "Quiz: the Art of Intelligence", organized by Sbera specialists for students of the NCFU Institute of Economics and Management.

The event is dedicated to the 185th anniversary of the founding of Sberbank of Russia and the Day of the Economist in Russia. "Quiz: The Art of Intelligence" has become part of the NCFU's systematic interaction with employer representatives. Such meetings allow students to get to know more about the activities of large companies, learn about the competencies in demand and gain practical experience in an informal setting. For Sberbank, this is an opportunity to educate young people about their career prospects and attract talented graduates.

— The partnership between the North Caucasus Federal University and Sberbank was formed more than 30 years ago, and today it is a strategic one. The University trains personnel for the financial sector of the region, participates in joint projects and programs, and many of our graduates who hold senior positions are a special pride and example for the current generation of students," said Lev Ushvitsky, Director of the NCFU Institute of Economics and Management, Doctor of Economics, Professor.

The program included a lecture-discussion and an interactive game. The students were able not only to learn new things about artificial intelligence and modern financial technologies, but also to test their knowledge in a team competition format. The organizers also prepared a surprise for the participants – a neurofoto booth, where everyone could take a memorable photo using artificial intelligence technologies.

Holding a quiz at the university highlights the importance of partnership between the university and the real sector of the economy. Such formats help to better understand how theoretical knowledge is applied in practice and provide motivation for further studies.