On April 28, 2025, an International Cooperation Agreement was signed between the University "Privredna akademija" Brčko and the State University of Novi Pazar. The agreement was signed by Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić, Rector of the University "Privredna akademija" Brčko, and Prof. Dr. Zana Dolićanin, Rector of the State University of Novi Pazar.
This agreement lays the foundation for long-term and fruitful cooperation between the two institutions, which will be reflected in various areas of academic and scientific activity. The planned activities include the organization and implementation of teaching at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, which will allow students of both institutions to gain broader academic experience and expand their knowledge.
The cooperation will also include the exchange of professors and students, which will contribute to the development of mutual understanding and the strengthening of ties between the educational systems of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. Joint projects in the field of scientific research will also be developed, which will allow students and professors access to new resources, knowledge, and experiences, as well as creating opportunities for professional development and research in various fields.
Additionally, the agreement refers to the cooperation of students and student organizations of both institutions, as well as cooperation in publishing, which will facilitate easier access to scientific literature and journals. The organization of and participation in scientific and professional seminars, conferences, and other professional gatherings are also planned, which will provide an opportunity for the exchange of ideas, discussion of new trends in the academic and professional world, and the improvement of mutual ties.
The agreement also includes the exchange of information on academic activities, which will allow for better coordination between both institutions, direct joint efforts toward improving the quality of education and science, and allow students and teachers access to the latest findings and research.
This agreement represents a significant step in strengthening international cooperation in the field of higher education, which will contribute to the development of both institutions and the creation of new opportunities for academic growth and professional development of students and teaching staff.
