Every successful university is built not only on visions, but also on the daily work, decisions, courage and responsibility of those who lead it not only at the faculty but also at the university-wide level. Faculty deans are the ones who translate academic strategy into practice, form professional teams, create conditions for students and teachers, and often bear responsibility for the direction of education, research and social engagement.

On the occasion of the 85th anniversary of its founding, Bratislava University of Economics and Business awarded one of the highest university awards – the Imrich Karvaš Medal. This prestigious award bears the name of the prominent economist, university professor and first governor of the Slovak National Bank, Imrich Karvaš, who, through his work and ideas, left an indelible mark of professionalism, responsibility and values ​​on the university like no other figure in its history.