Internationalization holds increasing significance in contemporary higher education, fostering a globalized mindset among students and educators alike. It serves as a gateway for students to cultivate international experience, enhance language proficiency, embrace diverse cultures, and broaden perspectives, thereby forging a robust global network of contacts. Furthermore, internationalization enriches universities and higher education institutions by facilitating the exchange of knowledge, collaborative research endeavors, and partnerships with colleagues worldwide.
Through avenues like student and staff exchanges, collaborative research projects, and other cooperative ventures, institutions forge enduring alliances aimed at addressing global challenges andenhancing the quality of higher education.
The Faculty of Organizational Studies EDUKA actively champions internationalization through a spectrum of initiatives:
Erasmus+ Program: Engaging in the Erasmus+ initiative, EDUKA collaborates with European and global higher education institutions to foster student and faculty exchanges while supporting international cooperation projects.
Joint/Double Degree Programs: Offering joint/double degree programs, EDUKA empowers students to earn qualifications from two esteemed universities, broadening their career prospects and global competence.
Research Collaboration: By partnering with foreign universities for research, EDUKA facilitates resource sharing, knowledge dissemination, and technology transfer, pivotal for addressing global issues through interdisciplinary research endeavors.
Global Networks and Associations: As a member of esteemed networks like the "World University Network" (WUN) and "Association of Pacific Rim Universities" (APRU), EDUKA actively promotes collaboration and exchange among member institutions, fostering a culture of global engagement.
Cultural Exchange: Through the organization of cultural events such as festivals, conferences, and lectures, EDUKA endeavors to foster cross-cultural understanding and appreciation, enriching the educational experience.
Online Courses and Resources: By developing online courses and resources, EDUKA expands access to higher education globally, thus contributing to the internationalization of education.
Moreover, EDUKA warmly welcomes "free mover" students, providing them with a rich academic environment in Belgrade and fostering a unique learning experience. Conversely, EDUKA empowers its students to explore educational opportunities worldwide, guiding them to institutions that best complement their academic pursuits. In essence, these initiatives not only nurture international experiences for students, faculty, and institutions but also bolster the quality of education and research, thereby advancing the internationalization agenda in higher education.
