Uman National University | today: 05/23/2026
| Author(s) | Revutskaya A., Candidate of Ekonomikal Sciences, , Uman National University of Horticulture | ||
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| Category | Economics | ||
| year | 2026 | issue | Issue 108 part 2 |
| pages | 326-335 | index UDK | 338.242:330.14.01 | DOI | 10.32782/2415-8240-2026-108-2-326-335 (Link) |
| Abstract | This study investigates the burgeoning significance of the human element within the contemporary economic landscape, advocating for a strategic intensification of human capital investment. Such an imperative is driven by the escalating demand for highly specialized labor capable of navigating the complexities of long-term developmental objectives. In an era characterized by the "intellectualization" of labor, the necessity to internalize and apply cutting-edge knowledge in daily operations has rendered human capital investment a multifaceted and urgent priority. Global socio-economic transformations have fundamentally redefined the essence and internal structure of human capital. As the conditions for its formation evolve, the focus of academic and practical discourse has shifted toward the expediency and quantifiable efficiency of such expenditures. Within this framework, labor resources are conceptualized as "capital" only when human potential is successfully operationalized within organizational outcomes. Specifically, labor transitions into capital when it is actively engaged in social production, thereby generating tangible income and contributing to the accumulation of national wealth. The genesis of human capital is intrinsically linked to the acquisition of formal education, specialized vocational training, and the accumulation of professional experience. The temporal and financial resources allocated by individuals, enterprises, and the state constitute investments, the economic justification of which rests upon the anticipated incremental income derived from enhanced competencies. From a scientific perspective, the decision-making process regarding educational investment often utilizes a "returns to investment" model. This approach posits that education functions primarily as an investment vehicle rather than a mere consumer good, where the primary objective is the optimization of future income streams. Evaluating the efficacy of these investments requires a dual-pronged approach that aligns the interests of both the employer and the employee: Entrepreneurial Perspective: For business entities, efficiency is measured through value-oriented mechanisms. This involves rigorous cost-benefit analysis of personnel expenditures to identify and eliminate sub-optimal financing channels, risk-adjusted investment modeling, and the development of high-precision tools for assessing returns on human capital in a volatile market. Employee Perspective: For the individual, efficiency is defined by personal utility and the maximization of lifetime earnings relative to the opportunity costs of training. By bifurcating and then harmonizing the evaluative criteria for employers and employees, a synergistic foundation is established for the robust development of human capital. Such a convergence of interests serves as a critical driver for enhancing the competitiveness of the national economy and ensuring sustainable growth in a knowledge-driven global environment. | ||
| Key words | human capital, national economy, strategic orientations, investments, economic efficiency of investments, economics of human capital, investment mechanism, reproduction of human capital | ||