1st University-Industry Collaboration Conference (UICC)
After three round table discussions organized annually on University-Industry Collaboration this is the first conference of University-Industry Collaboration organized by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre Mitrovica (IECM)

Scientific Topics
* Transforming ivory towers towards engaged and entrepreneurial universities
* Triple helix model vs. Quadruple helix model
* Structures and mechanisms supporting university-industry collaboration
* More innovative and inclusive education towards future skills
* Driving lifelong and entrepreneurial skills for the future
* Establishing and nurturing relationships with small and medium-sized enterprises
Case Study Topics
* Innovative forms of collaboration and partnerships
* University-Industry collaboration during COVID-19
* Connecting universities with their local, national, and international environment
Workshops
* EU project schemes: University-industry collaborations on research and innovation
* How to publish in a prestigious journal together
- *Trilicious: The Triple Helix Innovation Game
Discussion Panel
* Bridging incentives and intensifying University-Industry Collaboration
PROGRAMME
To be announced
Submission Guidelines
ABSTRACT
An abstract must be prepared in one paragraph that summarizes the key points of the
proposed paper in 150-250 words. Four to six pertinent keywords need to be added
after the abstract. The keywords should be lowercased and separated with a comma.
Abstracts that do not follow the word limit and specified format will not be accepted.
TITLE
Times New Roman 16
Under title: Authors’ Name, Surname, and his/her affiliation (Times New Roman 12)
ABSTRACT FORMAT
Microsoft Word (doc or docx), Times New Roman 12, 1.5 spacing, length min 150 words and max 250 words, A4 page size, 1-inch margin from all sides
PAPER FORMAT
Microsoft Word (doc or docx), Times New Roman 12, 1.5 spacing, A4 page size, 1- inch margin from all sides
CASE STUDY FORMAT
Microsoft Word (doc or docx), Times New Roman 12, 1.5 spacing, A4 page size, 1- inch margin from all sides
Deadlines
Registration: 15th of February
Abstract submission: 20th of February
Paper submission: 15th of March
Conference days: 5 – 6 April
VENUE
The University of Mitrovica “Isa Boletini”
ADDRESS
Mitrovica 40000, Str. Ukshin Kovaçica, No.1
Speakers
Keynote Speakers

Arbërie Nagavci – Minister, Ministry of Education, Science and Technology

Alush Musaj – Rector, University of Mitrovica “Isa Boletini”

Mentor Pllana – Owner/Managing Director at BP HOME LLC

Berat Rukiqi – President, Kosovo Chamber of Commerce

Besart Hajrizi, Chair of the conference
Discussion Panelists

Behxhet Shala- Co-chair of the conference

Agron Bajraktari – Rector, University of Applied Sciences Ferizaj

Merita Shala – Vice-Rector for Teaching, Student Affairs and Quality Development

Gani Durmishi – President, Kosovo Dairy Industry Association

Visar Idrizi – CEO & business owner at VIPrint

Besmir Salihu – Director, Employment Office in Mitrovica
Organizing committee
PhD c. Besart Hajrizi – Director, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center Mitrovica
Prof.Ass.Dr. Ajtene Avdullahi – Vice-rector for Budget and Finance
Ahmet Jashari – Director, Public Information and Communication Office
Arif Kadriu – Project Manager, Caritas Kosova
Dr. Maria Papadaki
Visar Idrizi – CEO & business owner at VIPrint
Scientific committee
Prof.Dr. Behxhet Shala – Vice-Rector for International Cooperation and Research
Prof.Asoc.Dr. Milaim Sadiku, Dean, Faculty of Food Technology
Prof.Asoc.Dr. Qazim Tmava – Dean, Faculty of Economics
Prof.Asoc.Dr. Agron Beka – Dean, Faculty of Law
Prof.Dr. Naser Peci – Dean, Faculty of Geosciences
Prof.Ass.Dr. Bashkim Bellaqa – Vice-dean, Faculty of Economics
Prof.Asoc.Dr. Mensur Kelmendi, Vice-dean, Faculty of Food Technology
Prof.Asoc.Dr. Aferdita Berisha Shaqiri, Academic staff
Prof.Ass.Dr. Halil Bajrami, Academic Staff
Prof.Ass.Dr. Esat Durguti – Academic staff
Prof.Ass.Dr.Bajram Fejzullahu – Academic Staff
Prof.Ass.Dr. Shefket Jakupi – Academic staff
Prof.Ass.Dr. Ylber Januzaj – Academic staff
MSc. Milaim Mehmeti – Academic staff
MSc. Arif Krasniqi – Academic staff
PhD c. Fillorete Demiri – Academic staff
PhD c. Besë Sadikaj – Academic staff
Contact us
contact information
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Email: iecm@umib.net
Web: iecm.umib.net
Phone: 048 204 343