ANNOUNCEMENTS "Emerging Trends in Technology and Business in the Region and Beyond" Bedër participates in the "Bologna Hub Peer Support" project Preparation for Job Interview Erasmus +, Bedër partner with Lavoslav Ružička College (Croatia) Bedër today finalized the MoU with the Geneva-based Foundation “Globethics.net” The opening ceremony of the Initial Support Program for Innovative Research Excellence FUTURE EVENTS 17DEC The EU Framework for Entrepreneurial Competences- ENTRECOMP 20NOV Shqip at Bedër: Roundtable Discussion for the Year of the Albanian Language 12NOV Measures of commercial subjects for acquiescence with state inspections 25MAY "Emerging Trends in Technology and Business in the Region and Beyond" 11MAY "The Role of the Justice Appointments Council" 07MAY Preparation for Job Interview 14APR Impact of Justice Reform STUDENT NEWS B1 Level of foreign language, criterion for admission to Master degree programs Academic Calendar 2015-2016 Minister Milena Harito, invited in a conversation with students of Hena e Plote Beder University The opening ceremony of the ''Mentorship'' program Hena e Plote Beder University already authorized by ETS test center Home / News / Activities FUTURE EVENTS 17DEC The EU Framework for Entrepreneurial Competences- ENTRECOMP On December 17, 2024, at 14:00, in auditorium A203, the Research Center for Sustainable Development and Innovation, in collaboration with the Department of Computer Sciences and the Faculty of Technology and Business, organized an open lecture titled: "The EU Framework for Entrepreneurial Competences (ENTRECOMP)," delivered by Prof. Assoc. Dr. Imelda Sejdini, management expert and Dean of the Faculty at UNIEL. These competences aim to help individuals develop skills to evaluate themselves, their internal and external environments, identify opportunities, and turn ideas into concrete actions in the field of entrepreneurship and business. She emphasized the importance of creativity as a foundation for success, strategic analyses such as SWOT and PESTLE, and the use of techniques like brainstorming to generate and refine ideas. Additionally, methods for planning and financing profitable and sustainable business projects were discussed. 20NOV Shqip at Bedër: Roundtable Discussion for the Year of the Albanian Language On the occasion of the declaration in 2024 as the "Year of the Albanian Language" by the Ministry of Education, the Department of English Language and Literature and the Research Center for Sustainable Development and Innovation organized a roundtable titled "Albanian in Bedër." The Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, Prof. Assoc. Dr. Rahim Ombashi, in his speech, highlighted the efforts to build the alphabet, standardize the Albanian language, and the current risks in its spelling. Meanwhile, Prof. Assoc. Dr. Enriketa Sogutlu, Head of the Department of English Language and Literature, lectured on language and technology. She discussed the relationship between the Albanian language and technification. The discussions continued with Dr. Edona Llukaçaj, who spoke about the Albanian language and its translation into other languages, emphasizing the need for a translation tradition. Prof. Assoc. Dr. Zhuljeta Kadilli Daja discussed archaeology and toponymy. Dr. Brikena Smajli focused her presentation on mythology and the Albanian language. Dr. Valmora Gogo, in her speech, addressed the spelling of the Albanian language by journalists. The references concluded with MSc. Alban Tufa, who focused on reducing discourse and the role literature plays in the development of discourse and language. Finally, the Rector of Bedër University College, Prof. Dr. Gjergj Sinani, praised the work of the participants, emphasizing the role universities play in the development of language and culture. The roundtable ended with discussions and a Q&A session with students and participants. 12NOV Measures of commercial subjects for acquiescence with state inspections On 12th of November 2024, at 11:30, in the Senate Room, Research Center for Sustainable Development and Innovation in collaboration with the Law Deparatment, organized an open lecture with the topic: "Measures of commercial subjects for acquiescence with state inspections", with Msc. Juljan Gjura as a guest. There was a vast participation during this open lecture, with the presence of the Academic Staff members, members of RCSDI, as well as students pursuing studies in the Law Program, in Beder University College. During this lecture, there was a discussion over the obligations of subjects to be in accordance with the legal and sub-legal requirements of work relations, the conditions of activity premises, and their technical-industrial requirements. Mr. Gjura mentioned that challenges like the lack of a trained staff, shallow leadership and unjust competition, are now the main issues in the development of market sustainability. Mr. Gjura also analyzed the methods and challenges of the subjects in the task accomplishment, cost minimization and inspection management. Some solutions that he proposed were: the purpose of new politics based on values, staff training and forming reporting lines for violations. These changes may help in the prevention of corruptive nuisances and offer a safe framework to report any possible violation. 25MAY "Emerging Trends in Technology and Business in the Region and Beyond" Dear Colleagues, We would be happy to welcome you to the 3rd Symposium with the theme: "Emerging Trends in Technology and Business in the Region and Beyond" organized by the Research Center for Sustainable Development and Innovation and the Faculty of Technology and Business at University College “Beder” in partnership with the Department of Computer Engineering at Epoka University, Tirana, Albania, on May 25, 2023. The symposium aims to bring together invited academicians, scholars, stakeholders and experts in the field from the local and international community to share their knowledge and new ideas to discuss current development in the fields of Business and Technology in the region and beyond. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the field of Technology and Business. Hybrid Mode: The event will be conducted in a hybrid format where some of the invited speakers will conduct their speech online via our dedicated academic events’ virtual platform. It will be held on 25th of May 2023 (Thursday) at Senate Room of University College Beder, Tirana, ALBANIA. Keynote Speaker Dr. Lisa Cowey, MBA Lisa Cowey has over 30 years of experience in the field of research and innovation including direct experience of high-tech spinout, equity fund raising and successful trade sale with technology and knowledge based ventures in the UK, USA and Germany. For the last 13 years Lisa has worked extensively with PROs and SMEs across Europe to help them innovate through research commercialization and new product development as well as through innovation management and organizational development. She has worked in the Western Balkans since 2006. She was the Team Leader for the EU funded project & #39; EU4TECH PoC & #39; and has worked for the RCC, World Bank and ETF for projects that span the region. Lisa has a PhD in Physics from the University of Oxford, an MBA from Oxford Brookes University Business School and a Diploma in IP from Bournemouth University Business School IP Unit. She is also accredited by WIPO in the area of New Plant Variety Protection. She has recently completed courses with Oxford University Business School on ‘Blockchain Strategy’ and ‘AI for business’ aimed at business owners and leaders. For the last 3 years Lisa has delivered the innovation aspect of the ‘Blue Growth Leaders Academy’ for Klaipeda University in Lithuania. 3rd INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM “EMERGING TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS IN THE REGION AND BEYOND” May 25th, 2023; Tirana/Albania Program (to be updated) Date/Day/Hour Program Content May 25, 2023 Venue: University College “Bedër”, Senate Room 09.30 – 10.00 Opening Ceremony 10.00 – 10.20 Tea-Coffee Break 10.20 – 12.00 Parallel Session I (Technology) 12.00 – 13.00 Lunch Break 13.00 – 14.30 Parallel Session II (Business) 14.30 – 15.00 Closing Remarks Opening Ceremony Time: 9:30 – 10:00 Senate Room - University College “Bedër” Opening speech Dr. Ana Uka Symposium Chair Head / Research Center for Sustainable Development and Innovation, University College “Beder” Welcome speech Prof. Dr. Gjergji Sinani Rector / University College “Beder” Welcome speech Assoc. Prof. Dr. Isa Erbas Vice Rector / University College “Beder” Welcome speech Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tidita Abdurrahmani Dean / Faculty of Technology and Business, University College “Beder” Welcome speech Dr. Arban Uka Head / Department of Computer Engineering, Epoka University Tea-Coffee Break Time: 10.00 – 10.20 Emerging Trends in Technology Session I Time: 10.20 – 12.00 Senate Room Moderator Dr. Arban Uka Dr. Lisa Cowey Keynote Speaker PROs and SMEs expert, UK Dr. Arban Uka Epoka University, Albania MSc. Ervis Trupja University College “Beder”, Albania MSc. Sonila Meka Directorate of Patents and Trademarks (DPPI) Albania MSc. Armand Shkurtaj Atom Computers, Albania Lunch Break Time: 12.00 – 13.00 Emerging Trends in Business Session II Time: 13.00 – 14.30 Senate Room Moderator PhD Cand. Eduina Maksuti Prof. Dr. Valentina Vasile Keynote Speaker University of Petroleum, Gas – Ploiesti, Romania Dr. Elda Dollija University College Beder MSc. Gerti Boshnjaku Platform Leader at AlbaniaTech Representative from GIZ - Albania Closing Remarks Time: 14.30 – 15.00 11MAY "The Role of the Justice Appointments Council" Guest: Prof. Assoc. Ervin Pupe, member of the Supreme Court and Chairman of the Justice Appointments Council. Date: May 11, 2021, Time: 11:00 Register: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqf-mgrT0rGNH52nGBdftWsB4QmTgDcjC4?fbclid=IwAR2HGa_sIzstE1PQO46Wx3dD5kpAvFXbus2tJzzBNPpcpfQpcv97GKKCH0g 07MAY Preparation for Job Interview The Department of Education and English Language organizes an open seminar on "Preparation for Job Interview / Internship". The seminar, which is organized online, will be held by Mrs. Lucija Straley, Deputy Public Affairs Officer at the US Embassy. Friday May 7, 2021 Time: 11:00 Link: https://meet.google.com/tej-comm-zdp 14APR Impact of Justice Reform The Department of Law at University College Bedër organizes an open seminar on the topic: "Time to discuss the impact of Justice Reform", where will be invited Marsida Xhaferllari, Member of the Constitutional Court.