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Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of Environment, Technology and IT 

Prof. Mihone Kerolli Mustafa obtained her B.Sc. (Chemistry) and M.A. (Environmental Engineering) from the University of Prishtina and her PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology at the University of Zagreb, Croatia. She has been working in the fields of natural sciences, environment, EU policy, education, business innovation, and knowledge exchange with several institutions in Europe and the US. This has involved work on scientific work and projects, some of which have been funded by the EU and other EU universities. She contributed as an environmental expert in the field of waste management, the cycling economy, and strategy
reforms in Kosovo and Croatia. Prof. Kerolli Mustafa has several years of experience teaching and participating in other academic activities in Kosovo, Croatia, and Europe. She served as a professor and Principal at the Public International Business College Mitrovica, University of Business and Technology, Rochester Institute of Technology and as a PhD mentor at the University of Zagreb Doctoral School. She possesses teaching and research experience in a variety of environmental and business innovation fields in various universities in Europe. Participant in numerous national and international scientific conferences; Chair of the international scientific conference; Registered and presented in numerous international exhibitions of innovations and inventions; Winner of several awards and recognitions; Chief Editor, Editor, and reviewer in
leading international journals; Mentor and member of commissions for application and defense of doctoral dissertations, master in science research, master projects (Croatia, North Macedonia, and Kosovo). With the support of the EU, she founded 6 theory to practice innovation labs in the region, the Coordinator of Jean Monnet Modules, as well as from 2022 she is a Coordinator for ERA/EU Forum for Kosovo. She specialized in environmental management, green transition, and technology implementation processes, as well as the analysis of cost impact on the total life cycle of a product, SEA, and EIA. Currently, prof Kerolli holds the position of Secretary of National Science Kosovo and is a member of the European Associations for International Education (EAIE), the Balkan Environmental Association (B.EN.A.), the Croatian Chemical Society, the Croatian Chemical Engineer and Technology Society, and Kosovo Chemical Society.

Currently prof Kerolli serves as Rector of the Public International Business College Mitrovica.

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Mihone Kerolli Mustafa Publication List

m.kerolli@ibcmitrovica.eu

Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of Environment, Technology and IT 

Dr. Ekrem Gjokaj is a distinguished expert specializing in the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and agribusiness. As a full professor at the International Business College Mitrovica, his research focuses on EU agricultural frameworks and their implications for agribusiness development. His work provides comprehensive analyses of agricultural policy reforms and the EU approximation process in the Western Balkans, identifying both structural challenges and strategic opportunities for alignment with EU standards. Dr. Gjokaj has co-authored reports for the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre and published extensively on sustainable rural development, agri-SME performance, and agricultural market dynamics. He has held key positions in national and international organizations, contributing to the formulation of policies on sustainable agriculture, agribusiness development, and rural economic growth. With a strong foundation in economic analysis and strategic planning, Dr. Gjokaj has played a pivotal role in shaping evidence-based agricultural policies and supporting rural enterprises. His expertise extends to project management, where he has successfully led and participated in various EU-funded initiatives focused on capacity building, agribusiness innovation, and economic development in transitioning economies.

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Email: e.gjokaj@ibcmitrovica.eu

Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of Social Science

Dr. Bujar Gallopeni is a distinguished academic, consultant, and researcher specializing in behavioral sciences, organizational psychology, social protection and education development. With a PhD in Psychology from the University of Sheffield, an MSc in Work and Organizational Psychology from Maastricht University, and extensive training in research and education policy, he has built a diverse career spanning academia, consultancy, and policy development.

Currently serving as Vice-Rector for Academic, Quality, and Student Affairs at the International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM), Dr. Gallopeni also lectures on organizational behavior, research methods, and management studies. His teaching approach integrates project-based, problem-based and research-driven learning.

Beyond academia, Dr. Gallopeni has extensive experience as a consultant, contributing to EU-funded, international agencies, and NGO-led projects in Kosovo and the wider region. His consultancy work covers areas such as education reform, labor market analysis, social inclusion, and research capacity building. Notable engagements include projects with ADA, UNDP, UNICEF, OSCE, USAID, Council of Europe, British Council, Caritas Kosova, Save the Children, Terre des Hommes, and Helvetas, where he has led strategic planning, needs assessments, and policy evaluations, research and capacity building projects.

In the field of research, he has authored numerous studies, policy reports, and academic papers on higher education reform, labor markets, and social development. His leadership in Erasmus+ projects, including numerous projects in higher education capacity building, has significantly shaped Kosovo’s higher education and research landscape, strengthening university research culture, development and innovation strategies.

Dr. Gallopeni is also a recognized external expert for accreditation and validation at the National Qualifications Authority of Kosovo, assessing vocational education programs and aligning them with European standards.

Fluent in Albanian and English, he is an active participant in international conferences and research collaborations. His work continues to shape policy, academia, and development programs, making a lasting impact on education and research in Kosovo and beyond.

Publications & presentations in conferences

• Gallopeni, B. (2023). Kosovo’s integration into the new European Research Area. Policy Answers: https://wbc-rti.info/object/document/24665
• Alija, A., Gallopeni, B., and Kerolli-Mustafa, M. (2020). Assessment Report on the University Autonomy Scorecard in Kosovo. Assessment supported through the Erasmus + project “Strengthening university autonomy and increasing accountability and transparency of Western Balkans Universities (STAND)”. https://www.stand-project.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/STAND_Scorecard-Report_Kosovo_English.pdf
• Gallopeni, B., Shehu, A., Lataj, A., and Gashi, D. (2022). Book of Abstracts – International Conference on New Achievements in Science, Technology and Arts” – ICNA-STA. International Business College Mitrovica, ISBN: 978-9951-9090-0-6. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/361536306_Book_of_Abstracts_-_International_Conference_on_New_Achievements_in_Science_Technology_and_Arts_-_ICNA-STA
• Babović, M., Kijevčanin, J., Gallopeni, B., and Tomovska Misoska, A. (2021). Engagement of voulnerable Children. British Council: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/359472058_Evaluation_Report_PROGRAMME_21ST_CENTURY_SCHOOLS_ENGAGEMENT_OF_VULNERABLE_CHILDREN_FINAL_REPORT
• Gallopeni, F., Hysenaj, A., Gallopeni, B., and Edipi, L. (2021). Assessment of Research Capacities in Kosovo Universities. Assessment supported through the Erasmus + project “Enhancing Research Culture in Higher Education in Kosovo (ResearchCult)”. https://researchcult.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Assessment-of-Research-Capacities-in-Kosovo-universities_EN-SQ-SRB_FINAL-1.pdf
• Gallopeni, B. (2020). Regional Research on Violence Against Children in Schools in Southeast Europe: Kosovo case. Published in partnership with the International Institute for Child Rights and Development, and Child Hub. https://childhub.org/sites/default/files/library/attachments/Kosovo_Report_Final_3.pdf
• Kerolli-Mustafa, M., and Gallopeni, B. (2020). Book of Case Studies: Promoting Student Learning From Theory to Practice Through Problem Based Approach. Publishing house: Magjia e Librit, Prishtine. https://t2p-centers.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Book_of_case_studies_120_cases_BG_300.pdf
• Qeriqi, H., and Gallopeni, B. (2019). Mapping of Research and Innovation System in Kosovo. https://www.heraskosovo.org/publications/Concept_document_Mapping_of_the_Research_and_Innovation_System_in_Kosovo.pdf
• Gallopeni, B. (2019). Inter-Community Dialogue in Kosovo: Challenges and opportunities. Publication edition realized by UNDP under the project “Inter-community Dialogue through inclusive Cultural Heritage Preservation (IDCHP)”.
• Gallopeni, B., and Duli, M. (2019). Assessment of Employment Services in Kosovo and Albania. Publication edition realized under the EU funded project “Skilled workforce for Economic Integration – SWEI)” (https://www.researchgate.net/publication/340386035_SHQYRTIMI_I_SHERBIMEVE_PUBLIKE_TE_PUNESIMIT_NE_SHQIPERI_DHE_KOSOVE ).
• Bytyqi, A., & Gallopeni, B. (2018). The Examination of the Profile of Leadership and Management in Healthcare Institutions in Kosova. European Journal of Natural Sciences and Medicine, Volume 1, Issue 2, p. 36-51. Doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.26417/ejnm.v1i2.p36-51
• Gallopeni, B. Organizational change and welfare of employees: A case study in public sector. Presented at the 5th International Conference on Business, Technology and Innovation, on 28-30 of October 2016, Durres, Albania.
• Gallopeni, B., & Llapi, G. (2016). Adapting new approaches in quality assurance measurement from the beneficiary perspective in Kosovo higher education. European Journal of Economics and Business Studies Articles, European Center for Science Education and Research, vol. 3, EJES Sept.  https://ideas.repec.org/a/eur/ejesjr/182.html
• Gallopeni, B., Nicolson, R., & Ypsilanti, A. (2015). Identifying factors that influence work-related performance in individuals over 55 years. Presented in the 10th Annual South East European Doctoral Student Conference (DSC 2015). Thessaloniki, Greece.
• Gallopeni, B., Nicolson, R., & Ypsilanti, A. (2014). Investigating executive control and attention in relation to workload in younger and older employees. In Proceedings of the 9th Annual South East European Doctoral Student Conference (DSC 2014). Thessaloniki, Greece.
• Emerllahu, F., Gallopeni, B., Elshani, A., and Zagragja, Z. (2014). Relationship between job burnout, job motivation and job satisfactions among nurses in Kosova. In proceedings of the international conference “Week of Science 2014”, Prishtinë, Kosovo.
• Ejupi, E. & Gallopeni, B. (2014). Work-Life conflict: A study with nurses in Kosovo. Presented at International Symposium for Health Sciences 2014, Prishtinë, Kosovo.
• Gallopeni, B., Mustafa, F., Uka, F., Salihu, G., Bardheci, M. & Lushaj, Sh. (2013). The role of psycho-social and economic environment on the development of early communication skills. Presented at international conference “Week of Sciencen 2013”, Prishtinë, Kosovo.
• Gallopeni, B. (2013) The (Mis)Match between supply and demand labor systems in Kosovo on employability skills: The moderating effects of personal attributes in transition to employment. Business and Economic Horizons, Volume 9 (2), pp. 34-52. https://ideas.repec.org/a/pdc/jrnbeh/v9y2013i2p34-52.html
• Gollopeni, B. & Gallopeni, B. (2009), Youth interests and attitudes for developing future professional careers in agriculture areas. Report published under the project: Employment Promotion through Business and Skills Development (DANIDA, 2008-2013).

Key Projects

Experienced in development and implementation of projects in IPA, Tempus, Erasmus Mundus, Erasmus +, USAID, ILO, DANIDA, UNICEF, UNDP, and other donor funded projects, during 2006-2019. Some of key projects in different capacities:

• Mitigating Migration Challenges in the Western Balkans: Bridging the Skills Gap for Social Care Providers via Curricula Enhancement and Micro Credential Development (WB-Edu4Migration). European Commission (Erasmus +, CBHE) funded project (2023-2025). (Position: Project coordinator). https://wbedu4mig.com/
• Bridging the Digital Humanities & Educational Media in the West Balkans (HOMO DIGITALIS). European Commission (Erasmus +, CBHE) funded project (2023-2025). (Position: Project coordinator). https://homodigitalis.ba/
• Strengthening university autonomy and increasing accountability and transparency of Western Balkan universities (STAND). European Commission (Erasmus +, CBHE) funded project (2020-2024). https://www.stand-project.org/ (Position: Task leader). https://www.stand-project.org/
• Enhancing Research Culture in Higher Education in Kosovo (ResearchCult). European Commission (Erasmus +, CBHE) funded project (2019-2022). https://researchcult.net/ (Position: Project leader).
• Creating Theory to Practice Centres for Innovation and Employment/ CTPCIE (in higher education), European Commission (Erasmus +) funded project (2018-2021). https://t2p-centers.com/ (Position: Task leader).
• Developing Social Rehabilitation through Education (SOCRE), European Commission (Erasmus +) funded project (2016-2019). http://www.socre.fisiotic.org/ (Position: local expert for qualification framework and standards).
• Development of Higher Education Management Information System (HEMIS), UNDP/Swiss Government supported project (2015-2017). (Position: Expert in creating the HEMIS design, and developing legal basis for its implementation).
• Support to the Internationalization of Kosova Higher Education System through establishment of the Kosova Students’ Union (SIHEKSU), European Commission (TEMPUS) funded project (2014-2017). http://siheksu-tempus.net/ (Project coordinator from Ministry of Education as one of project partners).
• Increasing the Financial Autonomy and accountability at public Higher education institutions in Kosova (FAITH), European Commission (TEMPUS) funded project (2014-2016). http://www.tempus-faith.eu/ (Project coordinator from Ministry of Education as one of project partners).
• Interdisciplinary structure reformation and innovative higher education for new professions (INSTEAP), European Commission (TEMPUS) funded project (2012-2016). https://www.insteap.com/ (Task leader: Development of new master curricula).
• Employment Promotion of Youth through Business and Skills Development 2008-2012, Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA). (Project Secretary for administrative and development issues).
• Prevention/Withdrawal of Children at Risk and those Involved in Worst Forms of Child Labour in street and agriculture, an International Labour Organization (ILO) funded project (2008). (Project officer from an NGO as one of the project partners).
• Partnership Against Trafficking in Human Beings (PATH), a USAID funded project (2006-2008). (Project coordinator from an NGO as one of project partners).

Email: b.gallopeni@ibcmitrovica.eu 

Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of International Business Management

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jelena Stanojevic is a Vice-Rector for Budget, Finance, Infrastructure and Administration, and Dean of the Faculty of International Business Management within the International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM). She has been teaching for more than thirteen years economic- related courses in all IBCM departments, but her teaching experience also spreads to educational institutions in the region. As a guest lecturer, Dr. Stanojevic has participated in lecturing at universities in Portugal, Denmark, Finland, Bulgaria and Lithuania, developing a wide network in many academic and research institutions and exchanging knowledge and experience with colleagues from different European universities. She has extensive research experience by working on several research projects which resulted in more than 60 published scientific articles in the field of macroeconomics, agricultural economics, financial management, etc., and participation in numerous international scientific and business conferences. She has been a member of the organizing committee of several projects and conferences, a member of an editorial and publishing council of the monographs and journals, as well as a reviewer in international journals. Dr. Stanojevic has been engaged in several Erasmus+ projects and she is one of four Jean Monnet professors in the module “Best European Practices in Environment and Agriculture – ENACT”. She has wide experience in coordinating organizational change and developing innovative study programs and curricula.

• [2024] The Role of Circular Economy in Driving Economic Growth_Evidence from EU Countries. V. Radivojevic, T. Radenovic, J. Dimovski in SAGE Open Journal
• [2023] Managing financial performance toward achievements in sustainability prospects: comparative analysis of the e-commerce and hospitality industries. G. Velickovic, J. Stanojevic, M. Veselinovic in Journal of Risk and Financial Management
• [2023] Quantifying the financial impact of COVID-19 on the largest global companies in the hotel industry. V. Radivojevic, J. Stanojevic Dimovski, G. Velickovic in Journal Hotel and Tourism Management
• [2023] Dynamics and intensity of structural changes in agricultural output: The case study of the Republic of Serbia. J. Dimovski, V. Radivojevic, T. Radenovic in Journal Economics of Agriculture
• [2023] Ensuring the improvement of agricultural competitiveness through human capital development/ J. Dimovski, B. Krstic, V. Radivojevic in Journal Economics of Agriculture
• [2023] The complexity of gas procurement in the EU caused by the war in Ukraine. M. Veselinovic, J. Dimovski, J. Jankovic, in Journal Economics[2023] Inflation and unemployment interdependence: Evidence of the Western Balkan countries. J. Dimovski, G. Mitic, M. Veselinovic in Journal Economic Themes
• [2022] “Magic diamond” in a macroeconomic performance_an empirical assessment of selected EU countries. G. Velickovic, J. Stanojevic in Journal Economic Alternatives
• [2022] Trade Openess Functioning to Promote Economic Prospects_An Analysis of the New EU Member States. J. Dimovski, V. Radivojevic, G. Velickovic in Journal Teme
• [2022] Interdependence of tourism competitiveness and development of Southern European countries. T. Stanisic, V. Radivojevic, J. Stanojevic in Journal Economics
• [2021] Forecasting the main structural changes in agriculture of the Republic of Serbia. J. Stanojevic, V. Radivojevic, T. Stanisic in Journal Economics of Agriculture
• [2021] Economic impact of COVID 19 on the European airline industry. J. Stanojevic, G. Mitic, V. Radivojevic in Journal Teme
• [2021] Analysis of Health Security Conditions in the Western Balkans_an Economic Perspective. V. Radivojevic, J. Stanojevic in IGI Global Journal
• [2021] Performance assessment of the Balkan countries in the information and communication technologies. V. Radivojevic, B. Krstic, J. Stanojevic in Annals of Spiru Haret University: Economic Series
• [2021] Assessing the International Competitiveness and its Role Towards the Economic Prosperity Within EU Integration. J. Stanojevic, G. Velickovic in Journal of Contemporary Management Issues
• [2019] Balancing national security and competitiveness in the age of information. J. Stanojevic, M. Pavlovic in Journal Teme
• [2019] The role of EU accession in economic development from the international trade perspective. J. Stanojevic, G. Velickovic in Journal Economic Alternatives
• [2019] Structural changes in agriculture implications for the economy of the Republic of Serbia. B. Krstic, J. Stanojevic in Agroknowledge Journal
• [2019] Intersectoral linkages and their contribution to economic growth in the Republic of Serbia. J. Stanojevic, B. Krstic in Journal Facta Universitatis–Economics and Organization,
• [2018] The impact of corruption on national competitiveness. J. Stanojevic, D. Dimovski, I. Milic in Collection of Papers, University of Nis, Faculty of Law
• [2018] Human capital as the determinant of development of the EU rural areas. M. Jovanovic, T. Radenovic, J. Stanojevic in Journal Economic Challenges
• [2016] Innovations as a determinant of competitiveness of Serbia: a comparative analysis with Western Balkans and the European Union B. Krstic, J. Stanojevic, T. Stanisic in Journal Teme
• [2016] Political cycles influence on inflation and unemployment. B. Rakic, J. Stanojevic, T. Radjenovic in Journal Industry
• [2015] Analysis of the labour productivity of the agricultural sector in the Republic of Serbia. J. Stanojevic, B. Krstic, S. Djekic in Journal Economic Themes
• [2015] Protection of competition in the oil and oil derivatives market in the Republic of Serbia. M. Veselinovic, S. Radukic, J. Stanojevic in Journal Facta Universitatis–Economics and Organization
• [2015] Benchmarking Analysis of the Balkan Countries According to the Corruption Perception Index. J. Stanojevic, D. Dimovski in Journal Facta Universitatis–Law and Politics
• [2015] Education as one of the core indicators of sustainable development – a comparative analysis for the Western
• Balkan countries. B. Krstic, J. Stanojevic, T. Stanisic in Research Journal of Economics, Business and ICT – RJEBI
• [2015]Sustainability of the foreign assistance in agriculture – Macedonian experience. D. Pavloska Gjorgjieska, J. Stanojevic in Journal Economics
• [2014] Analysis of efficiency of investment in the EU agricultural funds. B. Krstic, T. Stanisic, J. Stanojevic in Hyperion Economic Journal
• [2014] Political Corruption on the Example of the United States. D. Dimovski, J. Stanojevic in Facta Universitatis–Law and Politics

Email: j.stanojevic@ibcmitrovica.eu

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Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of Social Science

Flamur Abazajis a lecturer and the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the Public Administration and Welfare department at the International Business College Mitrovica where he teaches a variety of classes including communications, and public sector and education related classes, and a PhD Candidate at the University of Ljubljana. He has extensive knowledge on the higher education sector in Kosovo, with his engagement in the Quality Assurance and Accreditation field. Throughout his experience he has been involved in a variety of local and international projects and programmes, in several different roles. He holds his Bachelor Degree in Environmental and Agricultural Management from the International Business College Mitrovica, and his Master degree at the Anglia Ruskin University in Education with a focus on Quality Assurance in Higher Education and Educational Attainment. He also has experience from Accreditation and Quality Assurance Systems in several countries.

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Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of Environment, Technology and IT

Afete Musliu – Born in Mitrovica, Kosovo, where she attended secondary school,  as well as bachelor studies in the field of Material sciences and master studies in the field of Environmental protection engineering at the University of Prishtina, Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy in Mitrovica.

PhD studies attended from 2011-2015 at Agricultural University of Tirana, in Tirana, Albania, to obtain title of Doctor of Environmental Sciences. Her PhD thesis was focused on environmental impact of Heavy metals in the environment and food products in the industrial zone of Mitrovica, KOSOVO.’

Until present, she has published 36 Scientific publications in different international and national journals, out of which, 20 as a first author and, 16 as a co-author. Since 2015 working as a professor at higher education institution, initially at Higher Education Institution “Globus”, aftermath at HEI UBT in Prishtina, holding academic title of Assistant Professor in 2015 and academic title of Associate Professor in 2021, mentoring dozen of student’s thesis in bachelor as well as master studies, being also participant in many different higher education projects.

Since 2023 onward, joined Public International Business College Mitrovica as a Professor Assistant in the field of environmental and agricultural management programme.

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Email: a.musliu@ibcmitrovica.eu

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Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of International Business Management

Prof.Asst. Vjosë Latifi is an accomplished academic and professional in the Economic field. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from South East European University, North Macedonia, and completed both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Management and Informatics at the University of Pristina, Kosovo. Dr. Latifi has a diverse range of professional experiences in academia and industry. She currently holds the position of Vice-Dean of the Faculty of International Business Management at the Public International Business College Mitrovica, where she supports strategic management and academic development. She is also an Assistant Professor at IBCM, teaching courses related with management while engaging in curriculum development and student mentorship. Furthermore, Dr. Latifi is a member of the Academic Council and the Commission for Studies and Quality Assurance at IBCM. In addition to her academic roles, Dr. Latifi has accumulated practical experience in financial management, project assistance, and human resources. Her extensive research involvement has resulted in publications in prestigious international journals, and she has actively participated in numerous global and local conferences. She is committed to the continuous improvement of business education and research, fostering collaboration across academia, industry, and governmental institutions. Dr. Latifi is a reviewer for prestigious journals, actively contributing to the
advancement of business education and practices internationally.

• Latifi, V., Hajdari, A., Rexhepi, G., Radoniqi, U., Krasniqi, B. A., & Kallmuenzer, A. (2025). Beyond business: unravelling the well-being and happiness threads of entrepreneurship.Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places in the Global Economy. https://doi.org/10.1108/JEC-05-2024-0098
• Latifi, V., Rexhepi, G., Ramadani, V., Hajdari, A.,Miftari, I.,(2025). The effects of perceived organizational justice on ethical behavior in work environments. Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business.
https://doi.org/10.1504/IJESB.2025.144768.
• Hajdari, A., Miftari, I., Ramadani, V., Rexhepi, G., & Latifi, V. (2025). Impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and knowledge transfer on business development: moderating effect of time living abroad. Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places in the Global Economy. https://doi.org/10.1108/JEC-02-2023-0028
• Latifi, V., Ramadani, V., & Rexhepi, G. (2022). Women minority entrepreneurs: Motivational factors and challenges published in Strategic Change,31(2),219- 225 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/jsc.2491 ;

Email: v.latifi@ibcmitrovica.eu

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• Corresponding author: Latifi, V., Hajdari, A., Rexhepi, G., Radoniqi, U., Krasniqi, B. A., & Kallmuenzer, A. (2025). Beyond business: unravelling the well-being and happiness threads of entrepreneurship. Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places in the Global Economy.
• Corresponding author: Latifi, V., Rexhepi, G., Ramadani, V., Hajdari, A., & Miftari, I. (2025). The effects of perceived organisational justice on ethical behaviour in work environments. International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business, 54(4), 559- 571.
• Co-author: Istrefi, A., Zeqiri, J., Hajdari, A., & Ibrahimi, S. (2024). Digital dynamics: a comprehensive analysis of entrepreneurial marketing’s influence on women’s entrepreneurial intentions in Kosovo and Albania. International Journal of Technoentrepreneurship, 5(2), 178-203.
• Author: Hajdari, A., Miftari, I., Ramadani, V., Rexhepi, G., & Latifi, V. (2023). Impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and knowledge transfer on business development: moderating effect of time living abroad. Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places in the Global Economy.
• Author: Hajdari, A., & Fetai, B. (2022). The Effect of the Level of Education on Employment: Evidence from Western Balkans. Economic Alternatives, (2), 364-375.
• Author:Agron Hajdari, Veland Ramadani. Fostering entrepreneurship to repatriated persons: Integration and effects on economy. 5th International Conference on Business and Information Technologies (ISCBIT 2022), https://conf.seeu.edu.mk/iscbit22/
• Author:Agron Hajdari. Returnee entrepreneurship, the benefits and the institutional role. 12th international Istanbul congress on humanities and social, i s b n : 9 7 8 – 9 7 5 – 0 0 5 4 4 – 1, 432-437, 432-437, www.internationalistanbulcongress.com
• Co-author: Vjosë Latifi, Gadaf Rexhepi, Iliriana Miftari, Veland Ramadani and Agron Hajdari. The effects of perceived organizational justice on ethical behaviour in work environments. 6th International Scientific Conference on Business and Economics (ISCBE) https://conf.seeu.edu.mk/iscbe23/
• Co-author:Arta Istrefi, Vjosë Latifi, Agron Hajdari. Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: A Digital Transformation Approach In Marketing Perspective. International Turkic world congress on social, humanities, administrative and educational sciences, ISBN: 978-625- 6879-43-0, DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.10476207, https://www.turkicworldcongress.com/
• Key expert for VET and Adult Education for Developing the Kosovo Education Strategy 2022-2026.
• Co-author: Occupational Standard for Collection, cultivation and processing of Forest Grown Fruits, 2019, Kosovo and Albania
• Co-author: Occupational Standard for Collection, cultivation and processing of Medical Herbs 2019, Kosovo and Albania

Email: a.hajdari@ibcmitrovica.eu

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Damir Gashi is a PhD candidate at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb, specializing in Horizon Scanning and Foresight methodologies. His research primarily focuses on identifying emerging trends and potential threats within agricultural systems and environmental sustainability. He currently coordinates the Qendra për Transferim të Dijes dhe Inovacion (Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Center), an NGO operating under the umbrella of Public International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM) on research and innovation projects, project development and their implementation. His responsibilities include overseeing diverse initiatives that connect academia, businesses, and local communities through the management of local and internationally funded grants.

Damir has successfully developed several educational and entrepreneurial programs aimed at developing strong relationships between students, businesses, and community stakeholders. Among his notable projects is the establishment of a real-time environmental air-quality monitoring system designed to measure particulate matter and gaseous pollutants in Mitrovica. He is also actively involved in research initiatives at QTDI and IBCM focused on sustainable water, soil, and waste resource management.

With extensive experience collaborating with numerous international organizations, Damir possesses in-depth knowledge of European Union–Western Balkans relations, particularly in areas related to environmental policy, environmental management, agricultural innovation and sustainable development.

• Gashi, D., Ferri, G., Kerolli Mustafa, M., & Djokic, J. (2023). Assessing environmental sustainability in Kosovo using Multilevel Perspective (MLP) approach. Book of abstracts. IBC-M. ISBN-978-9951-9090-0-6.
• Ferri, G., Gashi, D., Kerolli Mustafa, M., & Djokic, J. (2023). Assessing the implication of the Global Mega Trends in the Kosovo Integrated Water Management. Book of abstracts. IBC-M. ISBN-978-9951-9090-0-6.
• Kerolli Mustafa, M., & Ferri, G. (2021). Kosovo Agricultural Policy Development – Approximation to the EU policy. Book of Case Studies. Magjia e Librit.
• Kerolli, M., & Gashi, D. (2021). Analysis of the agri-food sector: the case of Kosovo. Book of Case Studies. Magjia e Librit.
• Istrefi, R., Kerolli, M., Gashi, D., & Ferri, G. (2020). Environmental Consequences of Armed Conflicts: Challenges Ahead. Book. Blendi.
• Gashi, D., & Ferri, G. (2020). Theory to practice as a cognitive, educational and social challenge. Proceedings. IBC-M. ISSN 2671-3586.
• Zivkovic, B., Djokic, J., & Gashi, D. (n.d.). Analysis of the impact of sodium hypochlorite on the river Ibar during the COVID-19 pandemic. Conference proceedings. T2P International Scientific Conference. https://t2p-conference.org/.

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• Gashi, D., Ferri, G., Kerolli Mustafa, M., & Djokic, J. (2023). Assessing environmental sustainability in Kosovo using Multilevel Perspective (MLP) approach. Book of abstracts. IBC-M. ISBN-978-9951-9090-0-6.
• Ferri, G., Gashi, D., Kerolli Mustafa, M., & Djokic, J. (2023). Assessing the implication of the Global Mega Trends in the Kosovo Integrated Water Management. Book of abstracts. IBC-M. ISBN-978-9951-9090-0-6.
• Kerolli Mustafa, M., & Ferri, G. (2021). Kosovo Agricultural Policy Development – Approximation to the EU policy. Book of Case Studies. Magjia e Librit.
• Istrefi, R., Kerolli, M., Gashi, D., & Ferri, G. (2020). Environmental Consequences of Armed Conflicts: Challenges Ahead. Book. Blendi.
• Gashi, D., & Ferri, G. (2020). Theory to practice as a cognitive, educational and social challenge. Proceedings. IBC-M. ISSN 2671-3586.

Hajdin completed part of his education at Hayfield and Rossington High school in the United Kingdom. In 2006 he pursued his university degree in Kuala Lumpur where he graduated in 2010 with an Honours degree. In 2010, he continued his MBA programme which he completed in 2011. From September 2011 to 2012 he pursued his second postgraduate degree at University of Aberdeen in the UK and in 2021 earned his PhD from Marmara University. From 2013 to 2018 he lectured at the University of Staffordshire and until 2022 at RIINVEST College as a full-time staff member. Since September 2024 he has been appointed as Professor assistant at IBCM. He is active in research and development projects and his research interests and expertise include both management and education. Much of his work has been on improving corporate governance and marketing, organizational structures, and corporate strategy.

• Berisha, H., Hoxha, A. & Ismail, Y. (2024). An Analysis of the Recognition of Prior Learning System in Vocational Education and Training Sector. Journal of Educational and Social Research, 14 (1), pp. 173-182- Doi: https://doi.org/10.36941/jesr-2024-0014
• Berisha, H., Ramosaj, B. & Krasniqi, B. (2023). Determinants of board membership in Publicly-Owned Enterprises: Contemporary trends and issues. Management Journal of Contemporary Management Issues, 28 (2), pp.199-215. https://doi.org/10.30924/mjcmi.28.2.14
• Berisha, H. & Ekmekci, A. (2023). Determinants of Effective Corporate Governance in Publicly-Owned Enterprises (POEs): An empirical study among Central POEs in Kosovo. in press: International Journal of Public Sector Performance Management. Doi:10.1504/IJPSPM.2023.10048250.
• Berisha, H. & Gashi, M. (2023). Rethinking organizational strategies and policies for employee retention in the wake of the migration crisis. Corporate & Business Strategy Review, 4 (3), pp. 111–117. Doi: https://doi.org/10.22495/cbsrv4i3art11
• Berisha, H. Ismail, Y. & Hoxha, A. (2022). The Role of University Programmes in the Development of Future Board Members. Corporate Governance and Organizational Behaviour Review, 6 (4), pp. 141-149. Doi: 10.22495/cgobrv6i4p13.
• Rexha, D., Bexheti, A. & Berisha, H. (2019). The impact of direct and indirect taxes on economic growth: an analytical approach from the Republic of Kosovo. International Journal of Public Sector Performance Management, 7 (1), pp. 74-86. Doi: 10.1504/IJPSPM.2021.111968.
• Berisha, H., Mustafa, S., & Yusof, I. (2018). Strategy as Practice: An Organizational Culture Approach in a Higher Education Institution in Kosovo. Journal of Educational and Social Research, 8 (3), pp. 37-50. Doi: 10.2478/jesr-2018-0029.
  Mustafa, S. Berani, F. & Berisha, H. (2019). Managing Organizational Conflicts: A study among Organizations in Kosovo. Journal of Educational and Social Research. 9 (1), pp. 29- 35. Doi: 10.2478/jesr-2019-0003

Prof. Hyrmet Mydyti joined the IBC-Mitrovica College as assistant of professor of the department of applied IT. In addition, she is an independent consultant and chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Enterprise ‘Posta e Kosovës’ and she helps the enterprise along the road of digitalization. She holds a 5-year degree in Telecommunications and Computer Sciences from the Public University of Prishtina and a Master’s degree in Software and Application Development from the South East European University (SEEU). She completed her doctoral studies at SEEU with area of study is Computer Sciences. Moreover, she has teaching experience and as an engineer, manager and director with over 18 years’ experience in process digitization, system modernization and project delivery. She brings to the auditorium of IBC-Mitrovica College experience in corporations such as Sigma Vienna Inter. Ins. Group, USAID, Kosovo Energy Corporation , Ipko Telec., WYG, GelsenWasser.

Furthermore, she is proficient and experienced in software engineering with a wide range of technology skills, database development, research and data analytics to deliver insights and implement solutions to complex business/project problems. Interest in scientific research is mainly concentrated in the areas of digital transformation, data mining, artificial intelligence, etc. Most of the scientific papers have been published in international scientific journals and have been presented and published at scientific conferences in several countries.

• Mydyti, H., Ware, A. (2025). Integrating Intelligent Web Scraping Techniques in Internship Management Systems: Enhancing Internship Matching. Annals of Emerging Technologies in Computing (AETiC), 9(1).
• Mydyti, H., Kadriu, A., & Pejić Bach, M. (2023). Using data mining to improve decision-making: Case study of a recommendation system development. Organizacija.
• Mydyti, H., & Kadriu, A. (2021). The impact of chatbots in driving digital transformation. International Journal of E-Services and Mobile Applications (IJESMA), 13(4).
• Mydyti, H., & Kadriu, A. (2021). The data mining approach: A case study – Clustering algorithms for after sale service. In 2021 10th Mediterranean Conference on Embedded Computing (MECO) (pp. 1-6).
• Mydyti, H. (2021). Data mining approach improving decision-making competency along the business digital transformation journey: A case study – Home appliances after sales service. SEEU Review, 16(1), 45-65.
• Mydyti, H., & Kadriu, (2021). A. Data mining approach improving decision-making competency along the business digital transformation journey: A literature review. In Emerging technologies in computing, iCETiC 2021. Springer, Cham.
• Mydyti, H., & Kadriu, A. (2020). Using internship management system to improve the relationship between internship seekers, employers, and educational institutions. In Proceedings of the ENTRENOVA Conference (Vol. 6, pp. 97-104).
• Mydyti, H., Ajdari, J., & Zenuni, X. (2020). Cloud-based services approach as accelerator in empowering digital transformation. In 2020 43rd MIPRO (pp. 1390-1396). IEEE.

Faculty at IBCM: Faculty of Environment, Technology and IT

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Gabrijela Velickovic is an Associate professor in Economics at Public International Business College Mitrovica. She holds a Ph.D. degree from “Tor Vergata” University of Rome and has an extensive teaching experience in regional and international high education institutions in the field of Economics and Finance. Throughout her professional academic engagements, she has been participating in several EU funded projects being related to enhancing the competitiveness of a national economy in the EU integration process, implementation of e-learning concept and strengthening the synergy between the high education and business sector through “theory to practice” research centers. This has involved capacity building, project management, research and financial management activities. She was a member of international conference review committees and has been an author of numerous research papers in the field of Economics and Finance. Gabrijela has been a winner of a number of awards and recognitions for the academic success and dedication to social community development.

• Velickovic G., (2023), MANAGING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE TOWARD ACHIEVEMENTS IN SUSTAINABILITY PROSPECTS: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE E-COMMERCE AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRIES, Journal of Risk and Financial Management, Vol. 16(9), 365. (https://www.mdpi.com/1911-8074/16/9/395/pdf)
• Velickovic G., (2022), “MAGIC DIAMOND” IN A MACROECONOMIC PERFORMANCE: AN EMPIRICAL ASSESSMENT OF SELECTED EU COUNTRIES, Economic Alternatives, University of National and World Economy, Issue 4, 587-605. (https://www.unwe.bg/eajournal/en/journalissues/article/25297)
• Velickovic G., (2021), ASSESSING INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVENESS AND ITS ROLE TOWARDS THE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY WITHIN EU INTEGRATION FRAMEWORK, Management – Journal of Contemporary Management Issues, No. 26, special issue, 1-119, 45-61. (https://doi.org/10.30924/mjcmi.26.si.3)
• Velickovic G., (2019), THE ROLE OF EU ACESSION IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FROM THE INTERNATIONAL TRADE PERSPECTIVE, Economic Alternatives, University of National and World Economy, No 3, 412-428. (https://ideas.repec.org/a/nwe/eajour/y2019i3p412-428.html)
• Velickovic Mitic G., (2021), ECONOMIC IMPACT OF COVID 19 ON THE EUROPEAN AIRLINE INDUSTRY, TEME, Journal of Social Sciences, Faculty of Economics, University of Nis, Issue 4, 1181-1195. (http://teme2.junis.ni.ac.rs/index.php/TEME/article/view/1587)
• Velickovic Mitic G., (2022), TRADE OPENESS FUNCTIONING TO PROMOTE ECONOMIC PROSPECTS: AN ANALYSIS OF THE NEW MEMBER STATES, TEME, Journal of Social Sciences, Faculty of Economics, University of Nis, Issue 4, pp. 887-902. (http://teme2.junis.ni.ac.rs/index.php/TEME/article/view/1541)
• Velickovic Mitic G., (2022), QUANTIFYING THE FINANCIAL IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE LARGEST GLOBAL COMPANIES IN THE HOTEL INDUSTRY, Hotel and Tourism Management,Vol. 11(1). (http://www.htmanagementvb.com/index.php/HITM/article/view/268)
• Velickovic Mitic G., (2022), THE PROBLEM OF OIL AND OIL GAS PROCUREMENT IN POST-COVID CIRCUMSTANCES AND DURING THE RUSSIAN-UKRAINIAN CONFLICT, International Scientific Conference “Post-Pandemic Economic Challenges”, University of Nis, Faculty of Economics, Nis, Proceedings, Issue53, 69-79. (http://www.eknfak.ni.ac.rs/ISC2022/dl/Program.pdf)
• Velickovic G., (2022), REFORM OF THE EUROPEAN UNION REFERENCE RATE EURIBOR AND EONIA – International Conference on New Achievements in Science, Technology and Arts – ICNA-STA, University of Pristina and consortium of 14 RESEARCH CULT partners, Pristina,.
• Velickovic G., (2022), ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON EMPLOYMENT CURVE – International scientific conference “New Achievements in Science, Technology and Art,ICNA-STA, University Haxhi Zeka Peja and consortium of 14 RESEARCHCULT partners, Peja, Book of Abstracts, р. 56. (http://researchcult.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Book-of-
  Abstracts_ICNA_STA_final.pdf)
• Velickovic G., (2020), МАCROECONOMIC PERFOPRMANCE AND INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVNESS OF THE EU COUNTRIES IN THE CONTEXT OF EU INTEGRATION, International Conference “Тheory to Practice as a Cognitive, Educational and Social Challenge”, International Business College Mitrovica, Book of Abstracts, р. 128. (https://t2p-conference.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Book-of-abstracts_T2P-Scientific- Conference.pdf)
• Velickovic G., (2020), TRADE LIBERALIZATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NEW EU MEMBER COUNTRIES: PERSPECTIVES AND CHALLENGES, International Conference “Тheory to Practice as a Cognitive, Educational and Social Challenge”, International Business College Mitrovica, Book of Abstracts, р. 126. (https://t2p- conference.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Book-of-abstracts_T2P-Scientific-Conference.pdf)
• Velickovic G., (2009), MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF SERBIA, International Scientific Conference “Regional Development and Demographic Trends of the South-East Europe Countries”, Faculty of Economics, University of Nis, No 9, 231-246. (available in printed form only, on request)
• Velickovic G., (2021), DEVELOPING A MARKETING AND INNOVATION STRATEGY FOR LAUNCHING A GLUTEN-FREE PRODUCT INTO THE MARKET – CASE OF LIRI
  COMPANY, International Business College Mitrovica, CTPCIE-T2P center, Magjia e Librit (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/BujarGallopeni/publication/349105589_Book_of_Case_Studies_Promoting_Student_Learning_From_Theory_to_Practice_Through_Problem_Based_Approach/links/60
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• Velickovic G., (2021), ASSESSING POTENTIAL FOR RURAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN KOSOVO – CASE OF ETHNO VILLAGE ZAVICAJ, International Business College Mitrovica, CTPCIE-T2P center, Magjia e Librit (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/BujarGallopeni/publication/349105589_Book_of_Case_Studies_
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• Psychological, Social and Political Correlates of Youth Civic Engagement in Kosovo (2020) https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3755&context=all_dissertations
• Abazi-Morina, L. (2024). Treating survivors of wartime sexual violence in Ukraine: insights from the Balkan wars on improving social welfare programs. Kontakt. 26/2: 101–103. DOI: 10.32725/kont.2024.025
• Abazi-Morina, L. (2023). Human rights education in Kosovo high schools. Journal of Contemporary Educational Studies, 74 (140), 183–198
• Family Functioning among Rural Teens and Caregivers: Interactive Influence on Teen Dating Violence (2019). With Natalia Sianko and Merita Mece. Journal of Family Process. https://doi.org/10.1111/famp.12489
• Gender, rural livelihoods and forestry: Assessment of gender issues In Kosovo’s forestry (2017). Conducted for FAO. http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7421e.pdf
• Women’s inactivity in the labor market – Factors hindering women’s participation in the labor market (2017). Conducted for D4D. https://d4d-ks.org/wp- content/uploads/2017/12/D4D_PI_12_W4D_ENG_WEB.pdf
• Gender Project Assessment (2020). Conducted for IADK. https://iadk.org/Uploads/Documents/Pdf/AL/1008/Analiza%20Gjinore_Final(Shqip).pdf
• Gender Assessment Report: Responding to Up to Youth Programming Implementation and Practice (2019, conducted for USAID). https://pdf.usaid.gov/pdf_docs/PA00WGSW.pdf
• Market Research in the field of collection and processing of forest grown fruits and medical herbs (conducted for Skilled Workforce for Economic Integration, 2019). http://www.appk.org/web/images/SWEI/Hulumtimi_i_tregut-raportet/Raporti_eng.pdf

A highly motivated professional individual with diverse scope, sector, and socio-cultural experience, performing in results-oriented environments. Served in both public and private sector, as well as perfectly adjusted in national and international teams. Enriched with theoretical/scientific and practical knowledge through simultaneous engagement in academic and non-academic career.

Medina’s teaching experience includes University of Prishtina, IBCM, University of Petra (Jordan), and Lillebaelt Academy (Denmark). Her academic expertise represents research (focused on management and organizational behavior), teaching, and curriculum development. Her non-academic concentration covers business analysis/consulting, project management, and angel investing.

Longer term overseas experience includes The Netherlands (4.5 years), United Kingdom (13 months), Turkey (2 years), and United States (5 months). Medina is fluent in Albanian, English, and Dutch, while she has advanced knowledge in Turkish. She also possesses some basic skills in Serbian and German languages.

• Braha, M. (2018). Larry Page: From X to Y. International Journal of Commerce and Finance, 4(2), 1-11.
• Hoxha, I., Braha, M., Syrogiannouli, L., Goodman, D. C. & Jüni, P (2019). Caesarean Section in Uninsured Women in the United States: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. BMJ Open (Awaiting publication).
• Hoxha, I., Syrogiannouli, L., Braha, M., Luta, Xh., Goodman, D.C., da Costa, B.R. & Jüni, P. (2017). Caesarean Sections and Private Insurance: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. BMJ Open 7 (8), e016600.
• Hoxha, I. & Braha, M. (2017). Propozimet për skemën e sigurimeve shëndetësore (Policy brief 2017). http://library.fes.de/pdf-files/bueros/kosovo/14139.pdf
• Hoxha, I. & Braha, M. (2017). Problemi me Shërbimin Spitalor dhe Klinik Universitar të Kosovës (Policy brief 2017). https://library.fes.de/pdf-files/bueros/kosovo/14138.pdf
• EBAN (2016). Compendium of Co-investment Funds with Business Angels http://www.eban.org/2016-eban-compendium-co-investment-funds-business-angels.
• Braha M. (2015) Angel Investment and Kosovo’s Early Stage Market: A Promising Opportunity? Journal of International Trade, Logistics and Law, 1(2), 75-84.
• EBAN (2015a), Compendium of Co-investment Funds with Business Angels http://www.eban.org/2015-compendium-of-co-investment-funds-with-business-angels.
• EBAN (2015b). Compendium of Tax Outlook in Europe: A Business Angels Perspective. http://www.eban.org/2015-compendium-of-fiscal-incentives/#.VnP5kLZ97IU
• EBAN (2014a). Compendium of Co-investment Funds with Business Angels. http://www.eban.org/compendium-of-co-investment-funds-with-business-angels-2014/#.VuNpxtJ97IU.
• EBAN (2014b). Compendium of Tax Outlook in Europe: A Business Angels Perspective.http://www.eban.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Compendium-fiscal-2014-v1.pdf

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Email: m.braha@ibcmitrovica.eu

Department at IBCM: Faculty of International Business Management

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Department at IBCM: Faculty of Social Science

Mirsad Suhodolli is a dedicated educator with a passion for teaching English and developing students’ academic and professional communication skills. He has presented in several international scientific conferences, presenting his research on various important English- related topics. Mirsad holds a PhD in English Language and Literature and has been teaching English for 14 years now. He teaches Academic English and Study skills at the Public International Business College in Mitrovica. Using his great teaching skills, he creates engaging and interactive learning environments where students feel motivated and encouraged to express themselves and grow academically. Considering his long teaching experience, he is also known for a friendly, approachable teaching style – often sprinkled with humour- Mirsad emphasizes collaboration and practical skills, helping students build confidence and succeed in their studies and careers.

• Suhodolli, M. (2019,1) THE IMPORTANCE OF IDIOMS IN LEARNING ENGLISH LANGUAGE BY THE ALBANIAN STUDENTS IN EFL CLASSROOMS. International Journal of Advanced Research, Volume 1 (Issue 1) Retrieved January 2019. http://www.journalijar.com
• Suhodolli, M. (2019,1) USING CONTEXT IN TEACHING ENGLISH IDIOMS TO ALBANIAN STUDENTS AT UNIVERSITY LEVEL. International Journal of Advanced Research, Volume 1 (Issue 1) Retrieved January 2019. http://www.journalijar.com
• Suhodolli, M. (2021, 6). TEACHING IDIOMS TO ALBANIAN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN KOSOVO. Perspectives of Law and Public Administration, Volume 10 (issue 2). Retrieved June 2021, from ADJURIS – International Academic Publisher: www.adjuris.ro/revista
• Suhodolli, M. (2022, 8). Importance of Teaching and Learning Idioms at University Level in Kosovo – A New Perspective. Journal of Positive School Psychology. Volume 6. No.8. 2022. https://www.journalppw.com/index.php/jpsp/article/view/10265
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• Lama, A. Suhodolli, M, Bilalli, E. (2023) Comparative Analysis of the Versions of the Albanian Translation of the Novel “The Old Man and the Sea” by the American Writer Ernest Hemingway from the Two Albanian Writers Ismail Kadare and Vedat Kokona.  Journal of Educational and Social Research. ISSN 2239-978X.   https://www.richtmann.org/journal
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• Suhodolli, M, Alma.L. (2024) Teaching English Idioms: A Focus on Cultural Adaptation and Contextual Learning in Kosovo – Case Study: Public International Business College in Mitrovica, Kosovo. Journal of Educational and Social Research, ISSN 2239-978X. https://www.richtmann.org/journal
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• Alma, L. Suhodolli,M (2024) Challenges in mastering academic writing: a case study of English language learners at the University for Business and Technology. Edelweiss Applied Science and Technology, ISSN 2239-978X. https://learning-gate.com/index.php/2576-8484/article/view/1707
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• Agaj, F. Suhodolli,M.(2024) Educational Innovations as Facilitating Factors for Learning of Children with Special Needs in Preschool Institutions. Journal of Educational and Social Research, ISSN 2239-978X. https://www.richtmann.org/journal

Email: m.suhodolli@ibcmitrovica.eu

Department at IBCM: Faculty of Social Science

Dr. Ruzhdi Halili is an Assistant Professor of Public Administration and Law in the Program of Public Administration and
Welfare at the Faculty of Social Sciences. He is also a Steering Committee member at the IBCM.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Public Administration, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia (2016–2020)
• LL.M. in EU and International Law, Utrecht University, Netherlands (2002–2003)
• LL.B. in Law, University of Prishtina, Kosovo (1994–2000)

Work Experience
Mr. Halili has provided consultancy expert services for public administration reforms, strategic planning, public policies, legal drafting, and monitoring and evaluation, among other areas. He has worked with international organizations such as the European Commission, OECD, GIZ, Council of Europe, SDC, DFID, Swedish SIDA, UNDP, ILO, and OSCE, as well as numerous non-governmental organizations, in Kosovo. His international expert’s consultancy services also extend to Albania (OSCE & Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Tirana), North Macedonia (OECD/SIGMA), Palestine Authority (OECD), and the
Philippines (UNDP).

From February 2010 to December 2013, Dr. Halili served as the first Director of the Strategic Planning Office in the Prime Minister’s Office, where he pioneered Kosovo’s strategic planning system.
Between 2004 and 2006, he was among the first staff members of Kosovo’s EU integration structures, serving as Senior European Integration Officer and later as the acting Director of the Agency for European Integration in the Office of the Prime Minister. In these roles, he led the development of the first EU integration management, coordination, monitoring, and implementation structures in Kosovo starting in 2005. Before that, he worked as a Legal Assistant/Advisor for the United Nations Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), as a Legal Advisor in the Temporary Media Commissioner, contracted by OSCE, and Legal assistant in the Norwegian Refugee Council.

Publications:

• Halili, Ruzhdi & Berisha, Qerkin. (2023) Public Consultation in Kosovo: Legal Framework, Methods, Tools, and their Application. Croatian and Comparative Public Administration. Vol. 23 No. 1., 2023. https://doi.org/10.31297/hkju.23.1.4
• Halili, Ruzhdi, and Simona Kukovič, Organizational and Structural Approaches on Administrative Simplification: The Case of Kosovo. Administrative Sciences 12: 18. https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci12010018
• Halili, Ruzhdi. 2020. Administrative Burdens from the Service Users’ Perspective in: Journal of Comparative Politics, Volume 13, Number 2, July 2020, available at: http://www.jofcp.org/assets/jcp/JCP-July-2020.pdf
• Halili, Ruzhdi. 2014. Methodologies for Preparation of PAR Strategies, the case on Kosovo. In Regional Comparative Study on Methodologies Used for Preparation of Public Administration Reform Strategies in Western Balkans. Regional School for Public Administration available at. https://www.respaweb.eu/download/doc/Methodologies+for+Preparation+of+PAR+Strategies.pdf/2ea0d97efdd351d7c8c46e707d58f4ba.pdf
• Berisha, Qerkin and Halili Ruzhdi (upcoming), The Role of CSOs in the Policy-Making and Legislative Process in Kosovo, in: Otmar Seul (Ed.) Role of Civil Society Organizations in the Rule of Law. Peter Lang. Brussels. (Book Chapter manuscript submitted and accepted).

Other Contributions and authorships:

• OECD/SIGMA (upcoming). The Role of Parliaments in Ensuring Evidence-based Policy Making: A comparative Analysis of the Procedures and Practice of Parliamentary Scrutiny of Law Making in the Western Balkans. OECD Publishing.
• European Training Foundations Study “Kosovo Rapid Education Diagnosis: Addressing the Weak Links” 2023, available at: https://www.etf.europa.eu/en/document-attachments/kosovo-rapid-education-diagnosis-addressing-weak-links
• OECD. 2020. “Governance at Glance: Western Balkans”  available at:  https://doi.org/10.1787/a8c72f1b-en
• OECD/SIGMA. 2017. Toolkit for the preparation, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of public administration reform and sector strategies. Available at: http://www.sigmaweb.org/publications/SIGMA-Strategy-Toolkit-October-2018.pdf
• OECD/SIGMA. 2017. Study on the Managerial Accountability in the Western Balkans Countries available at: http://www.sigmaweb.org/publications/Managerial-accountability-in-the-Western-Balkans-SIGMA-Paper-58-November-2018.pdf)
• Ministry of Regional Development, 2021. Studimi i visibilitetit dhe dizajnimi i sistemit për monitorimin e zhvillimit socio-ekonomik rajonal të balancuar. The study is available at: https://mzhr.rks-gov.net/desk/inc/media/F7064850-9D11-4CCE-8EED-BE825D58BDFF.pdf
• Gjykata Kushtetuese e Shqiperise. 2021. Strategjia e Gjykatës Kushtetuese të Republikës së Shqipërisë dhe Plani i saj i Veprimit 2021-2023. https://www.gjk.gov.al/web/strategjia_e_gjykates_mars_2021_2174.pdf
• Gjykata Kushtetuese e Kosoves. 2021. Plani Strategjik i Gjykatës Kushtetuese Të Kosovës 2021-2025. https://gjk-ks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/gjkk_plani_strategjik_2021_2025_shq.pdf

Email: r.halili@ibcmitrovica.eu

Department at IBCM: Faculty of International Business Management

Dr. Shaip Gashi has a solid academic foundation that underpins his expertise in different economic topics related to international business. He earned a PhD in Entrepreneurship and SME Management, with his thesis focusing on Barriers in Development of Small Businesses in Kosovo. His research during his doctoral studies provided in-depth insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by small businesses in a transitioning economy. Dr. Gashi earned a Master’s degree in Marketing and Management. His master’s thesis, titled Managerial Problems of Marketing of SMEs in the Republic of Kosovo, further demonstrates his focus on addressing practical challenges in small business management and marketing strategies. He also possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Economic Development, which provided him with a broad understanding of economic principles and their application to development challenges. His large experience different positions mostly field of finance in some reputation international organizations, onthe other side in teaching, can make a valuable contribution in teaching. The comprehensive academic background enables Dr. Gashi to bridge theory and practice effectively, providing valuable insights into economic, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, and management within the context of international and local business environments. His has professional strengths in relation to International Business courses are grounded in his extensive research, practical insights, and academic expertise in many economic topics, and global business dynamics. He possesses a comprehensive understanding of global business environments. His researches and practise provide students with valuable insights into how global markets interact with local economic conditions, particularly in transitioning economies. His expertise extends to emphasizing the importance of institutional frameworks and their influence on international business practices. Dr. Gashi’s on his publications highlights the challenges small businesses face when integrating into global markets, which equips students with strategies for SMEs operating in international trade and investment. His focus on innovation and digital transformation in global business, reflected in publications allows him to teach how finance digitalization and innovation are reshaping international business operations, providing students with contemporary tools to navigate global markets. Additionally, Dr. Gashi brings valuable expertise in cultural and institutional dynamics in international business. His work on institutional support for entrepreneurship emphasizes the critical role of cultural and institutional factors, preparing students to operate effectively across diverse business environments. His deep knowledge of post-conflict and emerging economies, showcased in contributions, equips him to guide students in understanding international business strategies tailored to such contexts.

Furthermore, his researches offer practical case studies for exploring problem-solving and decision- making in global business contexts. He also fosters skills in finance, innovation and digital transformation, equipping students with the tools necessary for international competitiveness. His diverse background ensures a robust and well-rounded perspective for students aspiring to excel in the field of international business.

• Shaip Gashi Some Key Points of Entrepreneurship Development in Republic of Kosovo. International Masaryk Conference, MAGNANIMITAS ASSN, ISBN 978-80- 87952-07-8, Check Republic. December 2014, Pages 144-153.
• Shaip Gashi Foreign Investments on contest of business environment in Kosovo. Institute for Scientific Research and Development, Published in the scientific journal, scientific Bulletin No.7 1v.2015 volume. ISBN978-9940- 623-00- 5, ISSN 1800-9794; COBIS.CG-ID 20586256, Montenegro, Ulcinj, March 2015, Pages 297-305.
• Shaip Gashi, Ermira Shehu. Creativity and innovation as key factor of entrepreneurship development. IV-th international conference: “Economic development as base of new jobs generation”- “Pjeter Budi”College – Prishtina, May 2015.
• Shaip Gashi Institutional Support of Entrepreneurship facilitate the integration process Kosovo. “Dukagjini”, Dukagjini College, Peja, June 2015.
• Shaip Gashi Barriers of Entrepreneurship development in Republic of Kosovo and Neighboring countries. IBANESS Conference Series – “St. Kliment
• Ohridski” University – Bitola, Faculty of Economics – Prilep, Macedonia, October 2016, Pages 799-806.
• Coauthor Concentration of heavy metals in plants, the impact on human health, ecosystem and economic value. 16th International Multidisciplinary, Scientific GeoConference (SGEM 2016), Vienna, Austria (indexed in SCOPUS), November 2016, Pages 231 – 238
• Shaip Gashi Mutual impact of Digital Marketing in the Relationship Enterprise – Consumer. The 11th International Conference entitled “Digital Transformation of the Economy and Society: Shaping the Future”  Faculty of Economics, Prilep – R. of North Macedonia. October 2019, Pages 423 – 433
• Shaip Gashi Barriers to the growth of small businesses in Kosovo (Textbook) Publishing house: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing; ISBN13: 978-620-0-32430-6; ISBN10: 6200324301; Book language: English and translated in 8 European languages, 18.09.2019, Pages: 228
• Shaip Gashi Entrepreneurship and Firm Growth in Transition: The Case of Kosovo. Theory to Practice as a Cognitive, Educational and Social Challenge 17th -18th IBCM in Mitrovica, September 2020, Pages 417 – 425
• Shaip Gashi An investigation of barriers to small business growth in Kosovo. Journal for Development Research and Science PENTZA, Vol.1, publishers AVLIJA Rozaje, Montenegro and CSARA, Peja – R. of Kosovo. April 2016. Pages: 271-284
• Shaip Gashi The impact of environmental factors on the growth of small businesses – The case of Kosovo. Balkan Journal of Interdisciplinary Researc (Austria) E – ISSN 2411-9725 / ISSN 2410-759X Vol.6, No.2, IIPCCL Publishing, Graz-Austria, September 2020. Pages 76-94
• Shaip Gashi Entrepreneurship and Firm Growth in Transition: The Case of Kosovo Academic Journal of Business, Administration, Law and Social Sciences Impact Factor, IIPCCL Publishing, Graz-Austria. Vol.7 No.1 March 2021, Pages 257 – 266.
• Shaip Gashi The impact of pandemic – Covid 19 on digital transformation of doing business. International Scientific Conference on New Achievement in Science, Technology and Arts – ICNA-STA. University “Haxhi Zeka” – Peja, Kosovo. 14th – 15th April 2022.
• Shaip Gashi Barriers in the Development of Small Businesses in Kosovo. Theoretical and Practical Research in Economic Fields. Vol. 15, No. 2, Pages 256- 266. June 2024. ISSN (Scopus) 2068-7710 DOI: https://doi.org/10.14505/tpref.v15.2(30).09
• Coauthor National policy instruments for restoring the post-war economy and factors of sustainability of the Ukrainian economy. Development Management. UDC 338.1:33:336.14 (477). Vol. 23, No. 2, 2024. DOI: 10.57111/devt/2.2024.49
• Shaip Gashi (First author) Research on impact of Artificial Intelligence on Financial Security in the Context of Modern Technology. Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Science (Scopus). UCS, Vol. 8, No. 13 (2024) DOI: https://doi.org/10.18226/25253824.v8.n13.08

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