INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT- IM

Mission, objectives and administration

The Faculty of Economics at the University of Prizren “Ukshin Hoti” offers two programs of Bachelor studies: The "International Management" program and the "Business Administration" program. The development of these programs is closely related to the needs of the labour market and business development not only in the Prizren region but broader. The number of students who are completing secondary school from this region have a real opportunity to choose one of these two undergraduate programs.

Bearing in mind the historical demand for enrolment in these programs, which have been steadily increasing, there is complete justification to develop these programs at the Bachelor level of studies at the Faculty of Economics of the University of Prizren “Ukshin Hoti”.

In the academic year 2013/2014 at the Faculty of Economics, the implementation of the master program in "Cultural Heritage and Tourism Management" has began, a program funded by the TEMPUS program in partnership with 10 international Universities.

In the academic year 2014/2015, the organization of studies has begun in the master level in the program: Master of “Business Administration”, and in the academic year 2015/2016 in the program "Accounting and Auditing". Consequently, in these programs mainly enrol students who complete their bachelor studies in the "Business Administration" and "International Management" programs at the Faculty of Economics, University of Prizren “Ukshin Hoti”. This fact adds to the justification of the implementation of these programs at the Bachelor level of studies.

The Faculty of Economics of the University of Prizren “Ukshin Hoti” has established a partnership with Raffeisen Bank Kosovo to place students for professional practice, and with the Economic Bank of Kosovo, where our students commence their professional practice in duration of one to three months. We also have a written agreement with the Kosovo Business Alliance through which we place all third-year students in businesses, financial institutions, municipal assemblies and public enterprises for the duration of 60 working hours.

The Faculty of Economics has signed a cooperation agreement with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Edirnes - Turkey, where each year, third-year students (priority will give to those who know the Turkish language) will be able to carry out their professional practice.

The mission of the International Management program is to prepare students with the necessary practical managerial skills in the context of global enterprises, acquiring sufficient intellectual skills and capabilities for international business careers, and reach a productive leadership in the economic system based on the free market, private enterprises and on the spirit of managing a competitive entrepreneurship. The University of Prizren “Ukshin Hoti” serves in the region of Prizren and the country for the sole purpose of the development and education of students to be able to get involved in the labour market in Kosovo and beyond.

The University aims to develop the competency skills of the students through the above-mentioned programs in order for the students to be equal and prepared with the necessary knowledge and skills for their practical implementation.

The purpose of the International Management Program is to build, develop and implement a practical orientation of knowledge in the field of management, especially in the management of international businesses. Moreover, the International Management Program offers opportunities for our graduate students to gain sufficient knowledge of the global market and the behaviors in the global market. The International Management Program as part of the BA studies includes courses in the field of Management, International Management, Statistics, Business and International Business Law, Marketing, E-Marketing, Accounting, International Accounting Standards, Company Laws, Corporate Governance and Intercultural Communication and Quantitative Analysis in business, etc.

The other goal of this program is for students to develop creative, innovative and communicative thinking skills in solving business and decision-making problems based on the use of extensive analytical, research and practical literature.

The "International Management" study program is a three year program of studies and includes 6 semesters with a total of 180 ECTS. The aim of the program is to achieve a qualified level of basic knowledge in the area of ​​management and international business. This program enables students to recognize the complexity of local and international business organizations, interdependent business-to-business interactions and domestic and international legislation on which they develop businesses as well as difficulties faced in managing a business. This student program will provide students with sufficient knowledge on contemporary business management in a competitive business environment.

Also, one of the other goals of this program is to provide to students practical experience for preparing them for access to various positions, including managerial positions in various domestic and international business sectors. This professional practice biography will be implemented by practical programs conceived in co-operation with local and international business entities where students will also grasp the organizational working culture and behaviors of managers in the organization.

The objectives of this qualification program are:

· The program will enable students to embrace sustainable theoretical and practical knowledge of on behaviors, and local and international business activities;

· Through the International Management Study Program, students will be able to develop the necessary analytical skills and reflect on business issues happening in the global markets;

· Students will be able to develop adaptability and flexibility of access and the ability to initiate and respond positively and appropriately to changes;

· International Management as a program will prepare students for career in business, efficient management or areas related to management and leadership for the sole purpose of contributing to our society and to global management;

· The goal of this program is to increase student skills in terms of communication skills, knowledge of globalization and their development as an international manager;

· Students will be able to apply the knowledge gained to solve problems scientifically and without prejudice;

· From the International Management Program, students will gain social and intercultural competences.

· The ethical aspect is also important and students will be able to perceive ethical behaviors and norms, and apply them in practice.

For procedural and academic issues, students and academic staff may refer to the UPZ Statute published at https://uni-prizren.com/sq/statuti-i-university#breadcrumb and to the Regulation on the Determination of Bachelor Studies Criteria which is published online at https://uni-prizren.com/sq/rregullore-per-studime-bachelor#breadcrumb. This regulation defines the criteria of undergraduate studies starting with the program definition, student enrolment and ending with graduation.

The Faculty of Economics, part of which is this program, has satisfactory academic, administrative and financial resources to enable the full implementation of the program. Firstly, the Faculty of Economics has its own facility with 11 study halls. For the management of students' requests and dossier is the Secretary of the Faculty of Economics and the Services Officer of Bachelor students at the Faculty of Economics. The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and the Chief of the International Management Program are responsible for the process of teaching and other academic issues.

CURRICULA

Semester 1

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Semester 6