For the first time in the domestic educational literature, the processes associated with knowledge management, as well as the features of the knowledge-based economy, are considered. Methods for identifying, preserving and effectively using knowledge are revealed, a classification of knowledge is given, and its economic properties are analyzed. Topics such as the intellectual capital of the organization are covered in detail; organizational culture focused on knowledge sharing; information and communication management; formation of a learning organization. The chapters of the textbook are supplemented with practical cases that reflect the picture of modern knowledge management practice both abroad and in our country. For students of MBA programs, teachers, graduate students, students of economics, as well as for those who are interested in the problems of modern business and the development of a knowledge-based economy. The “Full MBA Course” series was prepared by the Eksmo publishing house together with the Moscow International Higher School of Business “MIRBIS” (Institute)