Successful PhD Thesis Defense at the Department of Project Management in IT
A significant academic event took place at the Department of Project Management in Information Technologies of NTU “KhPI”:
Postgraduate student Mykyta Rohovyi successfully defended his PhD thesis in the specialty 122 – Computer Science.
📅 Date of defense: September 5, 2025
🕒 Time: 14:00
📌 Thesis title:
“Models and Methods of Intelligent Team Planning in IT Projects Based on Agile Methodology”
Key Research Contributions
In his thesis, Mykyta Rohovyi proposed innovative approaches to planning team collaboration in the field of information technologies. The developed models and methods:
- enhance the efficiency of software development,
- optimize resource allocation within teams,
- reduce project-related risks.
The research has both scientific novelty and practical value, offering a solid foundation for implementation in IT companies.
Academic Supervision
👩🏫 Maryna Hrynchenko
PhD in Technical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Project Management in IT, NTU “KhPI”.
The academic guidance and professional mentorship provided by the supervisor played a crucial role in the successful execution of the research and the achievement of meaningful scientific results.
Composition of the Specialized Academic Council
The thesis defense was held by the one-time Specialized Academic Council DF 64.050.200, established in accordance with the Rector’s Order No. 203 OD dated June 30, 2025.
Chairperson:
👩⚖️ Nataliia Sharonova – Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor at the Department of Intelligent Computer Systems, NTU “KhPI”
Reviewers:
▪️ Ihor Kononenko – Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor at the Department of Project Management in IT, NTU “KhPI”
▪️ Olha Cherednichenko – Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor at the Department of Software Engineering and Intelligent Control Technologies, NTU “KhPI”
Official opponents:
▪️ Olha Maleieva – Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor at the Department of Computer Science and IT, National Aerospace University “KhAI”
▪️ Yuliia Huseva – Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor at the Department of Project Management in Urban Economy and Construction, O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy
Words of Gratitude and Best Wishes
We express our sincere gratitude to all members of the Specialized Academic Council for their professional discussion, objective evaluation, and support of the young researcher’s scientific journey.
The successful defense of the dissertation marks an important milestone in Mykyta Rohovyi’s academic career. We wish him continued professional growth, fruitful scientific work, ambitious projects, and inspiration to bring the boldest ideas to life!