[5] In 2005, the university was named in honor of Vadym Hetman, a prominent Ukrainian banker, economist, and the founder of the National Bank of Ukraine.

It is recognized in Ukraine and in the world as a training center for economists, managers and lawyers.

Classroom foundation includes audiences for lectures, rooms for seminars and workshops, computer classes and more.

The mission of the university is to make a significant contribution to social development through research, generation of new knowledge, their dissemination and training of competitive professionals and creative individuals.

Kyiv National Economic University is a member of the following international organizations and programs: