Brčko, May 19, 2025 – The “Privredna akademija” University from Brčko District and the University of Applied Sciences for Information Technology (VSITE) from Zagreb have signed a memorandum of international cooperation with the aim of improving higher education and developing joint academic and research activities.
The memorandum was signed by the Rector of “Privredna akademija”, Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić, and the Dean of VSITE, Edmond Krusha, Mag. Inf., Senior Lecturer. The signing of the document marks the beginning of a partnership between two higher education institutions that have recognized the importance of regional and international cooperation in the field of education and technology.
Areas of cooperation
Cooperation between the two institutions will include:
1. Organization and delivery of classes at all levels of study through the exchange of teaching experiences and methods;
2. Exchange of professors and students for the purpose of mutual improvement and cultural exchange;
3. Joint scientific-research projects and exchange of research results;
4. Development of scientific-research staff through mentorship, workshops, and joint publications.
Statements of the signatories
“This cooperation represents an important step towards the internationalization of the educational process at our University. We believe that through joint projects and the exchange of knowledge, we will improve the quality of education and broaden the horizons for our students and professors,” stated Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić, Rector of the “Privredna akademija” University.
“We are pleased to have established cooperation with an institution from Brčko District, because we believe that the exchange of experience and joint work is key to progress in the IT sector and higher education. Our goal is to connect theory with practice and enable student mobility and international opportunities,” emphasized Edmond Krusha, Dean of VSITE.
This memorandum represents another example of the growing need for connecting educational institutions in the region with the goal of joint development, strengthening competitiveness, and responding to the challenges of modern society.