competitive environment

In the XXI century we re-evaluate the role of human capital, education, science and the knowledge factor in the development of enterprises, regions and countries, as well as the enhancement of the economy / country competitiveness. These factors actualize the problem of defining the concept of “competitiveness of the country”, taking into account all those new meaningful characteristics that it has acquired in recent years within the framework of modern economic science.

The social-cultural aspects of competition are highlighted as consistent pattern of its evolution. The role of social capital and social values in the competitive environment is emphasized. The accent is made on the refocusing of the key functions of the competition towards socialization. The importance of the development of fair competition, the emerging of the contemporary ethical competencies and culture of market behavior are stressed.

The approaches to determining the theoretical content of the integrated structures are considered. In this article the aim, objectives and role functioning economic structures integrated in the national economy of Ukraine are considered. The characteristic of the assets of the integrated structures, their share in various fields is showed. Directions of their functioning in the context of globalization and increased competition are determined. The main criteria for their classification and types of integrated companies are defined.