From Plekhanov University to the World Stage: Meet the Alumni Making Their Mark
27 August 2026
Plekhanov University has a long history of preparing graduates who go on to build accomplished careers across business, finance, technology, and beyond. But what did some of these high-achieving professionals actually study before reaching where they are today?
Members of Plekhanov University’s Dubai Alumni Club offer a glimpse into the many paths a Plekhanov education can lead to.
Polina Bekova
Bachelor of Science in Economics, 2020
Today, Polina is a Product Manager, KYC, at Tabby, a leading Buy Now Pay Later FinTech app in the Middle East.
Alex Alimov
Bachelor of Science in Corporate Financial Management, 2019
Alex is a Senior Business Analyst at CooperVision’s Dubai branch, part of one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses.
Anna Popova
Master of Arts in International Economics & Trade, 1997
Anna is the CEO of Russian House Oman, a cultural and strategic partnership hub in Muscat.
Sergey Makeev
Master of Science in Financial Management, 2013
Sergey serves as Senior VP of LightEdge Asset Management, a global investment firm.
These are just a few of the many professionals who carry the Plekhanov legacy into their careers and communities around the world. We are immensely proud of what our alumni have achieved, and even more excited to see what the next generation of Plekhanovites will go on to achieve, lead, and become.