Methodology of research of formation and development of the market of confessional services

Abstract

Purpose: this article contains information about the elements of the research methodology of formation and development of religious services market. Discussion: the religious affiliation of some participants in industrial markets is a fundamental factor. This factor influences economic behavior during the provision of services. This led to the emergence of a market for confessional services, which is growing rapidly throughout the world, and also in Russia in particular. However, there is still no methodology for researching this market. This is a deterrent force for the development of this market. Results: the author proposed and disclosed the fundamental elements of the methodology for researching the market for confessional services. This will allow to develop methodological tools for assessing the analyzed market and its participants, taking into account institutional confessional limitations, and to define the conceptual basis for its development.