Manoylo, A.V. Psychological operations in political and economical competition

Abstract: Psychological operations are just as widespread in business, as they are in international relations, and their organizational forms and tactical schemes are various, as well as the objects of influence. These operations are characterized by active use of modern technologies for the formation of public opinion, as well as the technologies of aimed influence on the leaders in the sphere of business – decision – makers. Keywords: psychology, national security, psychological operations, political conflicts, economic competition, raiders, non-friendly mergers, business, technologies of psychological influence, information warfare