PhD in Economics, foreign member of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, statesman, philanthropist, member of the Rome club.

By the decision of an Academic Council of the University as of November, 29, 2012 (protocol №8) was honored the title of an Honorable Professor for his public, political and scientific work, implementation and support of educational, cultural, and social projects, significant contribution to bringing up nationally conscious youth and formation of a new Ukrainian elite.