University “Privredna akademija” Brčko District BiH and the Faculty of Information Technology and Engineering in New Belgrade, Republic of Serbia have signed an Agreement on International Cooperation with the aim of improving academic cooperation, exchanging knowledge, and strengthening international relations in the field of higher education.
The signing ceremony was held in the presence of representatives from both institutions, and the agreement was signed by:
- Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić, Rector of the University “Privredna akademija”
- Prof. Dr. Maja Andjelković, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology and Engineering
This agreement establishes the foundations for long-term and fruitful cooperation in several areas that contribute to higher quality higher education, the development of scientific research work, and the strengthening of the competencies of students and teaching staff.
Key goals and areas of cooperation
The agreement provides for a wide range of joint activities, which include:
- Exchange of professors and students – Enables the acquisition of new knowledge, exchange of experiences, and mutual understanding of different educational systems. This type of cooperation provides students with the opportunity to develop international competencies, while professors can apply and exchange innovative methods in teaching and research work.
- Organizing and participating in joint scientific-research projects –
Joint projects enable the development of innovative ideas, the strengthening of research capacities, and the publication of results in renowned scientific journals. This cooperation contributes to the establishment of stable research networks and better integration into the international academic community. - Exchange of information on research results – The institutions will actively exchange information on achieved results, methodologies, and scientific-research practices, thereby promoting the standardization of good practice in teaching and research work.
- Development of scientific-research staff – The agreement provides for the organization of seminars, professional development, and mentoring programs, which will enable the improvement of the competencies of teaching and research staff, with a special focus on the development of young researchers.
- Cooperation in publishing activities – Both institutions will jointly publish scientific and professional papers, monographs, and collections of papers. This type of cooperation contributes to the dissemination of knowledge and the strengthening of academic visibility in the region and beyond.
- Cooperation between libraries and exchange of books – The libraries of both universities will exchange books, publications, and electronic resources, thereby enriching academic collections and enabling students and teachers to access a wide range of professional and scientific literature.
- Cooperation of students and student organizations – Students will be involved in the realization of joint projects, conferences, study visits, and cultural-educational activities. Such cooperation strengthens mutual connectivity, creativity, and the development of students’ practical skills.
Significance of the agreement for the academic community
The Rector of the University “Privredna akademija”, Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić, pointed out that the agreement represents an important step in strengthening the international recognition of the University and expanding opportunities for students and teachers.
“Our goal is to provide students and professors with access to modern trends in education and science. Cooperation with renowned higher education institutions from the region opens space for joint progress and the exchange of ideas that contribute to the modernization of teaching processes,” said Rector Petrić.
The Acting Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology and Engineering, Prof. Dr. Maja Andjelković, emphasized that the agreement will be the basis for the realization of concrete projects and activities that improve the quality of education, professional development, and the development of young people’s competencies.
Looking into the future
The agreement on international cooperation represents another in a series of steps that the University “Privredna akademija” is taking with the aim of strengthening its international reputation, academic mobility, and connecting with educational institutions in the region and Europe.
Through such forms of cooperation, the University confirms its commitment to the development of high-quality, modern, and open education, focused on practical knowledge, scientific research work, and international cooperation.