Annual Academic year Report 2010/2011
University American
College Skopje
1. Message from the Rector ...... 3 2. Mission, Vision and Value Statement...... 4 3. Institutional report ...... 5 4. Domestic and international accreditation ...... 7 4a. International cooperation ...... 8 5. Infrastructure and Technology, Library Resources ...... 9 Library Resources ...... 9 6. Schools ...... 10 7. Administration ...... 17 8. Students ...... 18 9. Academic Staff ...... 19 10. International collaboration & memberships ...... 24 12. Graduate Program – MBA ...... 40 Graduate - Master programs ...... 42 New student enrollment - MBA Graduate SBE&M ...... 42 New student enrollment Demographics – Graduate SBE&M ...... 42 Masters level Program name: Master of Business Administration (English) ...... 42 Masters level Program name: Master of Science/Arts (Macedonian) ...... 42 Second Cycle ...... 43 Masters 2 programs Macedonian 2009/2010 (2 year program) ...... 43 Masters 2 programs Macedonian 2010/2011 (2 year program) ...... 43 14. Alumni ...... 43 15. UACS Foundation ...... 45 16. Executive Education ...... 46 17. Business Council ...... 48 18. Student Council ...... 53 19. Completed Projects and Trainings ...... 53 20. Book Promotions ...... 54 21. Sport activities ...... 55
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1. Message from the Rector
Welcome to the University American College Skopje.
Our European and American learning programs provide you with innovative strategies and techniques to distinguish yourself in the job market anywhere around the world.
Whether you need your advanced degree to unlock new job opportunities or to enhance your current position, UACS is the right choice for your future success.
At the University, we emphasize quality and individual attention in our undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Our students receive quality customer service from dedicated Faculty Instructors and Student Services personnel.
Learning and interaction with students and instructors, takes place in a real Campus environment, where students are able to access course materials, library services, and real-time chat with University staff.
We encourage you to take a tour of our Learning Center. See what makes us different from other universities and the uniqueness of our educational and training programs. We invite you to be a part of our school community.
Marjan Bojadziev, PhD Rector University American College Skopje Dr. Marjan Bojadziev
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2. Mission, Vision and Value Statement
The University American College Skopje was founded with the understanding that all people are enriched by education.
UACS considers itself as a Third Generation University: mainly teaches in English and is operational in a regional or global market;
UACS operations are guided by the 3I Principles:
• International Faculty;
• International student’s body;
• International curricula, textbooks and teaching supplements.
UACS strives to provide excellence in higher education by combining the best of European and American educational Standards
UACS strongly supports participative centered learning, learning through doing, internships, visiting lecturers from the business community and other forms of teaching that link the students closer with real life situations. UACS believes that this is the best way to prepare the students for the challenges of the real world, especially on the graduate level.
In this sense, UACS embraces faculty members with significant practical and professional achievements, as well as those who have added academic achievements.
Qualitative education is our highest priority! As destinatum persequor!
UACS strives to:
- Become a leader of higher education in the region and promote good practice and cooperation amongst other educational institutions,
- Promote university based academic excellence and research recognized by the business community, faculty, students and graduates,
- Promote consultancy and strong industry relations of its faculty
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- Promote lifelong learning, executive education and professional development for all that embrace education,
- Participate in the new European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and the European Research Area (ERA),
- Become an international and regional business education center in South East Europe.
Aside from professional expertise, the University encourages its graduates to practice their profession to the fullest extent, but never to forget their utmost responsibilities to their families, professions, and fellow men and women in their communities by becoming effective leaders and contributing citizens.
UACS cherishes understanding and respect for the ideas and thoughts of others.
UACS cherishes and embraces:
- Professional and personal development and growth of the members of the UACS family so that they can promulgate professional and personal development of our students and also breed better organizations and eventually create a better society.
- UACS supports those in need, and supports its students and members to support them.
- Qualitative education is our highest priority! Ad destinatum persequor!
3. Institutional report
The University American College Skopje (UACS) was established in 2005 as one of the few independent universities in the Republic of Macedonia. The University is an institution for higher education that combines the best of American and European educational experiences.
UACS offers American efficiency through carefully designed curricula, current professional literature and case studies from distinguished authors, as well as implementing the “American Way”.
We are a university where each student counts, where each student is taken seriously, and where faculty members know students by name. The close student attention is a
5 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 distinctive feature of UACS. Most importantly, emphasis is placed on both professionalism, and on a holistic educational approach to student development.
Our mission is to enhance the students’ ability to think creatively and critically, and to communicate effectively.
UACS is designed to provide the community with higher education, professional support to industry and government, and most notably, well-trained young individuals prepared to enter the workforce with professional and exceptional knowledge.
UACS employs the European model of continuous education. This includes an accelerated baccalaureate degree program as well as extended studies at the graduate level. The programs for undergraduate and graduate levels are designed to be completed in 3+2 years with the full option of transferring credits from other accredited institutions.
The University retains its autonomous private status while it is part of the Macedonian educational establishment as a fully recognized University by the Ministry for Education and Science of the Republic of Macedonia.
In order to achieve the mission goals of the University, the pillars of the university are the faculty. Our policy is based on the following pillars:
• Experienced professionals with academic degrees; • International faculty.
In order to maintain high levels of educational success, each member of the faculty is monitored and trained to conform to the needs of the department or school where they teach. During the course of year, various academic training programs were delivered in the University and other Universities abroad, which introduced to our junior and senior academic staff new teaching methods, assessment methods and professional development in the areas of communication and IT.
The University employs a formalized promotion and tenure review process involving classroom observation, post observation review and peer review.
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4. Domestic and international accreditation
The University American College Skopje is fully accredited by the state Board of accreditation in the Republic of Macedonia, and approved to operate an institution for higher learning by the Ministry for Education in the Republic of Macedonia.
(Article 46 section 2, Law for higher education of Republic of Macedonia; Official Gazette of the Republic of Macedonia, No: 64/2000 and 49/2003).
The latest submission to the board for improvement, adaptation and validation to the academic programs has been approved and validated to provide the University with degree awarding programs in the field of the Legal and Administrative studies, Architecture & Design and Computers Science & Information Technology.
Besides the national accrediting body, the University is expanding its provision to meet the demand and needs of students that live in the USA. For this purpose we have completed the complex procedures that ultimately led to UACS becoming an institution that is fully accredited and validated by a national accrediting body in the USA i.e. the Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Another international accreditation is the accreditation from the European Council for Business Education, which had accredited the School of Business Economics and Management. Now, students will have accredited diploma in the United States (accredited by ACBSP) and in the European Union (accredited by ECBE).
UACS has also received accreditation from the Turkey Higher Education Council (YÖK), which is the responsible institution of the Turkish Ministry of Education. The successful accreditation by YÖK results in a complete, formal recognition and accreditation of all study degree programs by the Turkish government.
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4a. International cooperation
Being an institution of international character, UACS has signed various cooperation agreements with universities across Europe and America, which enable student exchanges, transfer of knowledge and information, as well as overall improvement of the educational processes. So far, an agreement has been signed with the following institutions:
• East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA • Virginia International University, Fairfax, Virginia, USA • John Cabot University , Rome, Italy • GEA College, Ljubljana, Slovenia • VSEM College of Economics and Management, Prague, Czech Republic • IEMI – European Institute of International Management, Paris, France • CMH – Center for International Hotel Management, Paris ,France • Swiss Management Center, Zurich, Switzeland • Vesalius College, Brussels, Belgium • Horizons University, Paris, France • Dauphine University, Paris, France • ESIC Business and Marketing School, Valencia, Spain • Saint Louis Community College, St. Louis, USA • Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey 8 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011
• Institute Superieur de Gestion, Paris, France • Worms University of Applied Sciences, Worms, Germany • Technical University Vienna (TUWIEN) Institute for Urban Design, Vienna, Austria
5. Infrastructure and Technology, Library Resources
The University has invested heavily in technology, furniture and other supporting infrastructure to enable smooth operation in order to foster greater understanding and learning amongst all students.
The premises of UACS encompass more than 4,000 m2. As the student body enlarges, more facilities are allocated for their use and constant investment is needed to provide quality education for the student body. The University Library is constantly keeping track of the latest editions of educational literature, in order to provide the best quality textbooks for the students. The exclusive contract which was signed for right to purchase books from Pearson, Prentice Hall and their subsidiaries, has allowed students at UACS to purchase quality textbook at reasonable rates. And not only that, UACS students have access to more than 500.000 articles on-line via EBSCO – the online database of journal articles and papers.
Library Resources
The library is no ordinary administration of the university or technical service, it is a professional unit of the academic institution that serves teachers, students and staff and supports the process of learning and research. In the traditional sense, a library is defined as collection of books or a collection of useful material to use. With the development of technology, useful materials are available in electronic form, which develop databases and digital libraries. The database consists of an organized collection of data for one or more uses, and digital libraries containing collections organized in electronic form, available online or on compact disc (CD).
Currently the library of UACS has 1500 titles or 6500 books, with signature and placed on a shelf at pre-determined location. Some books are purchased from own funds and the rest are derived from exchange with other libraries, with special emphasis on the library of Macedonian Academy for Sciences and Art (MASA), which donated all translated titles from government project “project to translate 500 books”.
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All publications have their own UDK number (Universal Decimal Classification), where through predetermined universal rules of words and numbers, the content of the books is explained. UDK is accepted, because the home library National University Library (NUL) in the country, using this classification, actually sets the rules of functioning of libraries in Macedonia.
Except these printed books, members of library have an access to one of the most used databases EBSCO.
Since 2008, the Library of UACS started with publishing. The first book which was issued is "Osnovi na Statistika" - Prof. Dr. Evica Delova Jolevska, and after that UACS library has continued with publishing of other books: “Makroekonomija" - Tome Nenovski, Ph.D., "Decentralizacija na vlasta vo Republika Makedonija" – Zoran Sapuric, Ph.D., "Kon Univerzitetite od Tretata Generacija” - Hans Vizema, Ph.D., "Zivotna sredina I odrzliv razvoj” - Zoran Sapuric, Ph.D., "Zbirka zadaci po statistika" - Prof. Dr. Evica Delova Jolevska, “Trgovsko Pravo” – Kimo Cavdar, Ph.D., "Megunarodna Bezbednost" - Stevo Pendarovski, Ph.D., "Borba protiv finansiranje na terorizmot vo svetot so osvrt na nekoi zemji vo Jugoistocna Evropa” - Mr. Vladimir Naumovski, "Republic of Macedonia and the World Economic Crisis" and "Macroeconomics - Basic Principles" extended edition - Professor Tome Nenovski, PhD, “Monetary-regime switch from exchange-rate to inflation targeting: with reference to developing economies” - Marjan Petreski, MSc. Besides these books, library has published a number of reader and scripts and books in electronic form, according to the rules laid down by the home library (NUL) in Macedonia, which also contained in the Rules of Publishing UACS.
6. Schools
School of Business Administration School of Architecture and Design School of Computer Science and Information Technology School of Political Science School of Foreign Languages School of Law
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6a. School of Business Administration
The School of Business Administration is the “founding pillar” of our University. Established in 2005 it is still the school with highest enrollment. The aim of the school is: “To prepare students to meet the challenging face of modern business environment”. The school provides full time and part time studies, both in English and Macedonian, in three concentrations: management, marketing and finance. The degree of Bachelor of Business Administration is conferred upon students who have successfully completed the requirements. In 2011, the School of Business Administration was renamed to School of Business Economics and Management. Also, in the same year, the School received full ACBSP accreditation of its programs in the United States of America and full accreditation in the European Union by the European Council for Business Education. Now, students have the opportunity to earn international diploma in an international University in Macedonia. Nikica Mojsoska Blazevski, PhD Dean
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6b. School of Architecture and Design
Originally created as a school for architecture and interior design only, in 2007 this school has grown to a full capacity School of Architecture and Design. Courses are delivered in Macedonian language. Lecturers are experienced professionals which enable faster professional growth of the students. Viktorija Eremeeva, MA Dean
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6c. School of Information Technology and Computer Science
The “New Era” of globalization is driven by Information Technologies. This school’s mission is to create IT professionals, tailored for the needs of the industry. Candidates for BA in Computer Science and Information technology degree may complete the course requirements for an additional area of concentration in one of the academic fields offered at the School of Information.
The school provides full time and part time studies, both in English and Macedonian. Gjorgji Jovanchevski, PhD Dean
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6d. School of Political Science
The School of Political Science’s mission is to create professionals, capable of coping with the modern challenges: NATO admission, harmonization with the EU policies and legislation, modern diplomats as well as public administration and local self government’s professionals. The school provides full time and part time studies, both in English and Macedonian language.
The degree of Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy is conferred upon students who have successfully completed requirements. Ivan Dodovski, PhD Dean
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6e. School of Foreign Languages
University American College Skopje offers bachelor and Master of Arts programs in English language and literature; translation and interpretation; and business and professional communication. Students can also choose a minor in business administration or political science, which provides a solid foundation in a broad spectrum of areas. We place emphasis on quality, and we are proud to see 100% of our undergraduate students employed within a month from graduation. Marjana Vaneva, PhD Dean
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6f. School of Law
The School of Law is an ambitious, forward- thinking, and innovative institution whose mission is to prepare students for responsible and productive lives in the legal profession.
Jadranka Mrsik, PhD Dean
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7. Administration
People are our greatest value. The quality of University American College Skopje is created by our people (faculty and administration) - for our people (students).
In our Administration we have employed young and professional staff, whose purpose is to provide perfect functioning of our college, and to offer all kind of assistance to our students.
Venera Krliu-Handziski Vice President [email protected]
Emil Gjorgov Chief Academic Officer [email protected]
Jasminka Janakieva Secretary General [email protected]
Nikola Cuculeski Marketing and Networking Officer [email protected]
Viktorija Gombar Admissions and Grievance Officer [email protected]
Edi Smokvarski Career Development Manager [email protected]
Iva Gjorgjieva Undergraduate Supervisor [email protected]
Marija Kalesov Full-Time students coordinator [email protected]
Adrijana Jaki Full-Time students coordinator [email protected]
Magdalena Gosevska Graduate Office Officer [email protected]
Valentina Stojanova Finance Officer [email protected]
Lile Bunjevac Finance Officer [email protected]
Ljubica Koroskoska Office Manager [email protected]
Branko Boskovic ICT Manager [email protected]
Nicholas Naumoff Information Officer [email protected]
Ana Krleska Human Resources Officer [email protected]
Tanja Sterjova Library and Publishing Officer [email protected]
Zarko Pavlovski ICT Assistant [email protected]
Goran Veleski ICT Assistant [email protected]
Ana Krliu Technical Assistant [email protected]
Ema Kastratovik Assistant to the Rector [email protected]
Elena Popovska Part-time students coordinator [email protected]
Sandra Klimoska Full-Time students coordinator [email protected]
Sonja Filipovska Registrar [email protected]
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Nadezda Pop-Kostova Graduate Studies Officer [email protected]
Sandra Stamenkovska Front Office [email protected]
8. Students
03.10.2010 – 03.10.2011
Student satisfaction End of cycle or program evaluation Student satisfaction
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9. Academic Staff
The University American College Skopje believes in quality and tradition, and at the same time, values the importance its team of employees for the success of the University in general. The managerial team of the University is constantly seeking and finding ways, techniques, and instruments to approach this great and indispensable resource.
We are trying to create a faculty body structured on the following principals:
International experience Professional background Academic achievements
A special attention is paid to the development of human resources through participation at different development projects whose main objective is motivation, proficiency and optimal usage of the potential of the University employees. In order to attain these goals and also as a part of the collaboration with HRDF (hrdf.org.mk), international experts held seminars and workshops in order to emphasize the value of human resources.
Rector
o Marjan Bojadziev, PhD
International Professors
o Leonardus, Hendrikus, Johannes Verhoef o Vittorio De Pedys o Kevin O’Neill o Biro Gaspar o Charalambos Tsardanidis o Donatino Marcon o Ioannis Kantartzis o David McGaffey o Sonja Markova o Gorjan Lazarov o Robert Stevenson o Bobi Ivanov 19 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011
o Jean-Francois Gagne o Erwan Fouere o Robert Bodenhamer o Mehtap Hisarciklilar o El-Hadj Bah o Dimitris Akrivoulis o Ian Morsch o Sinisa Zaric o Jaka Vadnjal o Clarisse Molad o Jeremy Cripps
20 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 Full-time Faculty at UACS Tenure Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor Lecturer Gjorgji Jovancevski Mishko Ralev Ana Tomovska Adrijan Bozinovski
Nikica Mojsoska Aneta Jovevska Bratislav Stankovic Aleksandar Milenkoski Blazevski Kokan Grchev Ninko Kostovski Clarisse Molad Biljana Stojcevska
Tome Nenovski Viktorija Eremeeva Dimce Lazarevski Dita Starova
Zvonimir Jankuloski Zoran Sapuric Ilijana Petrovska Elena Bundaleska
Ivan Dodovski Elena Davitkovska
Jadranka Mrshik Elena Klisarovska
Kimo Chavdar Elena Makrevska
Marjana Vaneva Eva Blazevska
Marko Andonov Hari Lokvenec
Metodija Stojanovski Ivana Trajanoska
Jovanka Jovancevska Miodraga Stefanovska Milenkoska Stevo Pendarovski Ljupco Jovanov
Toni Vasic Makedonka Dimitrova
Marija Nacova Veno Pacovski Andonova Vladimir Ladinski Marija Todorova
Marjan Petreski
Mirjana Todorovska
Natasha Stojanovska Ilievska Snezana Hristova
Venera Krliu
Viktorija Gombar
Vladimir Deskov
Zdenka Nikolovska
Zlatko Ivanovski
Part-time Faculty at UACS Tenure Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor Lecturer Expert Visiting Aleksandra Nakeva- Katerina Kolozova Zlat Milovanovic Andrej Lepavcov Aneta Simovska Biro Gashpar Ruzin Evica Delova Martin Gulevski Aleksandra Gutevska Dimitar Ristovski Dean Mitov Bernard Koenig Jolevska Simona Gruevska Charalampos Aneta Krstevska Filip Ivanovski Elisabeth McGaffey Madzoska Tsardanidis Zoran Aleksov Bogoljub Jankoski Goran Vasilev Evgenij Najdov David McGaffey
Dimitar Kovacevski Gordana Dinevska Jovan Vitanovski David McGaffey
Dimitris Igor Velickovski Gordijana Gjorgova Liljana Vodenicarska Akrivoulis Donnatino Jordan Shikoski Igor Jovanoski Ljupco Najdov Marcon Maja Parnardzieva Krum Efremov Irena Avirovik Erwan Fouere Zmejkova Ljupco Stevkovski Irena Bojdzievska Mathew Jones Ioannis Kantartzis
Metodij Hadzi-Vaskov Ivan Mirkovski Ognen Maleski Jaka Vadnjal
Jean-Francois Pero Stefanovski Kiril Savovski Simon Bojadzievski Gagne Smilka Janeska Misho Nikolov Snezana Cerepnalkovska Jeremy Cripps
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Sarkanjac Zoran Mihajloski Nikolina Stojanova Sonja Markova Leo Verhoef
Olivera Jovancevska Svetlana Petrovska Phillip Liberacos
Olivera Stipcarova Vasil Hadzi-Jordanov Sinisha Zaric
Sasho Blazevski Viktor Gaber Slobodana Dimova
Stanislava Gogovska Zivko Gruevski Vittorio DePedys
Suzana Panova Nikiforova Violeta Bakalchev
Zoran Popovski
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10. International collaboration & memberships
University American College Skopje is designed to operate as an international university. Thus we are strongly committed to boosting international collaboration.
UACS is member of the following organizations:
CIC (The Council of Independent Colleges)
By joining this community University American College Skopje has got the advantage of sharing the experiences with a vast number of similar colleges in US and worldwide. The CIC will support UACS through seminars, workshops, and programs that will assist the University in improving educational programs.
The British Institute for Learning and Development
The Institute will assist the University focus on professionalism and performance improvement. This will aid UACS in providing coherence to a sector which will embrace corporate, work based and lifelong learning and vocational training.
Macedonian Human Resources Association (MHRA)
With the support of USAID’s Business Environment Activity (BEA) and the Human and Institutional Development Program, the Macedonian Human Resource Association was established in Skopje. The Association was formed with the objective to connect the human resource professionals in a strong community of members, which will be oriented to development of the profession, identification of the common challenges and their impact on the human resources management, as well as to positioning of the profession as an integral part of the process of creating strategies for improvement of the effectiveness of the Macedonian companies.
National Association of Foreign Student Advisors (NAFSA)
NAFSA: Association of International Educators is a member organization promoting international education and providing professional development opportunities to the field. Hundreds of NAFSA members volunteer to serve the Association and thousands advocate for international education.
European Foundation for Entrepreneurship Research (EFER)
Founded in 1987, the European Forum for Entrepreneurship Research (EFER) fosters and promotes research and teaching in the field of entrepreneurship at institutions of higher education across Western and Eastern Europe.
Human Resources Development Fund for Enterprises (HRDF)
Good management practices are of paramount importance to a competitive Macedonian economy. This requires high quality management consulting and training services. In order to stimulate such services, a Human Resources
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Development Fund for Enterprises (HRDF) is established as a nation-wide platform active in promoting quality Executive Management Training and Management Consulting.
American Chamber of Commerce in Macedonia
AmCham Macedonia aims to support and advance the interests of U.S., international and leading local businesses in Macedonia, and to promote the competitiveness of the country. We achieve this by building and maintaining strong relationships between our members, foreign investors, local decision and policy makers, other AmChams, the international community in Macedonia, thought leaders and experts. Via our events, initiatives and publications, we actively advance American best business practices, high standards of commercial practice and a sound business climate.
Macedonian Chamber of Commerce (SSK)
Macedonian Chamber of Commerce is an autonomous, independent, non-political and non-profit organization founded in 2004.
Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)
CIEE provides quality programs and services for individuals, employers, communities and educational institutions. CIEE: The Council on International Educational Exchange is the leading U.S. non-governmental international education organization. CIEE creates and administers programs that allow high school and university students and educators to study and teach abroad.
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European Council for Business Education (ECBE)
The mission of the European Council for Business Education is to promote and support quality business education internationally.
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
ACBSP promotes continuous improvement and recognizes excellence in the accreditation of business education programs around the world.
University American College Skopje – Macedonian Superbrand
UACS is constantly seeking to improve its performance. Investing in a high quality education process is our priority, as well as the wish to create an educated academic mass which will contribute and improve the community that we all live in. Evidence of dedication towards the quality and perfection of our processes and procedures is the award bestowed on our University of Macedonia’s Superbrands.
We are strongly committed to success and will continue to excel on this path. We hope that together we will achieve the goals set up for the advancement of this University.
11. Conferences
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Sixth Annual International Conference on European Integration
University American College Skopje organized an international conference on European integration, entitled "Europe after the Lisbon Treaty”, which was held on May 19, 2011, at Hotel Holiday Inn in Skopje. The conference was opened by Mr. Ferenc Kékesi, Hungarian Ambassador to the Republic of Macedonia, Mr. Dariusz Karol Bachura, Polish Ambassador to the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Heinz Bongartz, Resident representative of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, office Macedonia, Dr. Ivan Dodovski, UACS Assistant Professor and Chairperson of the Conference Organizing Committee, Dr. Gligor Bishev, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Director of Stopanska banka Skopje and Dr. Matthias Waechter, Director of Institut Européen des Hautes Etudes Internationales, Nice, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Freiburg and EDHEC Business School.
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The Hungarian ambassador told the audience that Hungary as a member of the European Union and current chair of the European Council of Europe's future looks at strengthening economic, competitive market, as well as common values and interests. The enlargement policy, said Kékesi will remain high on the priority list in the weeks that follow, along with economic growth, creating jobs and strengthening the protection of human rights.
Poland's Ambassador in Macedonia noted a few facts and figures about the advantages of being a member of the European Union. He said that Poland's GDP grew by 40 percent after joining the EU, together with wage growth and foreign direct investment. The main priorities of the Polish presidency of the Council, to which remain 43 days, according Bachura will be strengthening the internal market, diplomatic relations with the East, EU enlargement towards the Western Balkans, external energy policy, and full use of European intellectual capital.
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Gligor Bisev of Stopanska Banka Skopje talked about the fiscal stimulus required for a faster exit from the financial crisis. Bisev noted concerns about the increasing public and private borrowing on the EU member states and recommended restructuring of the European economy and fiscal consolidation in the next decade.
The opening of the conference was wrapped by Dr. Matthias Waechter, who said that Europeans and Americans share common values and identities, but for the first time in EU history, the citizens begin to express distrust to the Union that only half of the citizens considered progressive and believes that membership brings greater benefits. However Waecher expressed hope that Europe can become rich and powerful society, where problems of today transcend national borders of our countries.
The main points that were discussed at the conference included, finding the additional values of the European Union to develop internal cohesion and become a global power, cultural diversification of the EU and where in all this are the Balkan countries.
Within the conference 17 academic papers were presented by Macedonian and foreign professors, academics and scholars. Presentations were held by guests from USA, France, Germany, Hungary, Russia, Turkey, Montenegro, Serbia, Bulgaria and India. The topics of these academic papers ranged from preserving the stability of national borders in the European Union as well as Macedonia and the Balkans, raising awareness of the developing green economy that will be the responsibility of the younger generation, raising the level of European competitiveness to implementation of European legislation on consumer protection in Macedonia.
Guest speakers, events and MOU signings
Promotion of the Graduate Studies at UACS - October 15th, 2010
On the 14th of October, UACS organized a promotion for its post-graduate studies for all interested organizations and individuals. Namely, the Business Sector was invited for this event where the Provost, Marjan Bojadziev, PhD, explained the advantages of studying at UACS, the concentrations from which people can choose from and the faculty that teaches the courses. More than sixty companies were present at this 30 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 promotion. Afterwards, there was a small cocktail party with a live band performance.
“Macroeconomics – Basic Principles” by Professor Tome Nenovski, PhD - October 18th, 2010
On Monday, 18th October 2010, a new, improved and supplemented edition of the student textbook “Macroeconomics – Basic Principles” by Professor Tome Nenovski, PhD, was released.
Welcome and Alumni Party - October 20th, 2010
On the 20th of October a welcome and Alumni party was organized for all graduate students at UACS, as well as for all the rest of the students and alumni organization. Also, the UACS Foundation was promoted.
MOU between UACS and ELATM – October 21st, 2010
The School of Foreign Languages at UACS signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the University and ELATM (English Language Teachers Association of Macedonia).
MOU between UACS and ACI Macedonia - November 11th, 2010
The School of Business Economics and Management at UACS signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ACI Macedonia - Financial Markets Association.
First Annual General Assembly of the Alumni Association - December 2nd, 2010
On December 2nd, 2010, the Alumni Association successfully hosted its first ever General Assembly, electing a president and board members.
Humanitarian Action Event – December 14th, 2010
In the month of December UACS carried out a humanitarian action that was intended for the children from the "Daycare Center for Children with Physical and Intellectual Disability" in Gostivar.
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Tome Nenovski Book Promotion – December 21st, 2010
The promotion of the books "Republic of Macedonia and the World Economic Crisis" and "Macroeconomics - Basic Principles" extended edition, by Professor Tome Nenovski, PhD, was held at the UACS premises on the 21st of December, 2010.
Students' Marketing Plan Presentations in front of the Business Council Management – February 2011
In early February students from the 3rd year of the School of Business Administration and FDEON presented their team projects which consisted of marketing plans that were given in front of the company's managers of the Business Council.
Debate on Climate Change as an Opportunity for Sustainable Development - February 11th, 2011
On Friday, February 11th, 2010, students from the University American College Skopje attending the subject Environment and Sustainable Development with Professor Zoran Sapuric participated in the project Climate Change as an Opportunity for Sustainable Development supported by World Bank Office in Macedonia.
Make Sense of Egypt: The Event of 2011 - February 16th, 2011
Professor David McGaffey spoke to the students, teachers and administration of UACS concerning the recent events happening in Egypt.
UACS Panel "Has Macedonia escaped the crisis? Prospects and perils on the horizon" with the Minister of Economy, Mr. Fatmir Besimi - Februay 24th, 2011
On the 24th of February, 2011, UACS hosted the first of a series of events called the "UACS Panel". The objective of the panel is to steer a discussion on open and current issues in Macedonia, as well as to promote the research of the academic staff, hence both to contribute to the shaping valuable and sustainable recommendations for policymakers in the country.
Special Guest Speaker Dr. Ichak Adizes – March 11th, 2011
On March 11th, 2011, Dr. Ichak Adizes was the first guest speaker on a conference organized by the UACS Alumni Association. There were more than one hundred
32 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 people present, all of them hungry for knowledge and willing to hear advices and tips on how to predict success in any organization. This conference was the first main event organized by the Alumni.
UACS Panel: Corporate Social Responsibility in the Macedonian Economy – March 14th, 2011
The University American College Skopje held a panel discussion on the topic “Unused opportunities for implementation of the corporate social responsibility in the Macedonian economy” on March 14th, 2011. Representatives of the Macedonian Ministry of Economy, representatives from the NGO “Connect”, and also representatives of the Macedonian business sector (Duna Computers, EVN Macedonia, Pakomak), participated in the discussion, whose purpose was to inform the attending students and stakeholders about the term Corporate Social Responsibility and the effects of the socially responsible business for the companies, whether they are financial gains or philanthropy.
National Celebration of the Lions Day in the United Nations – March 25th, 2011
UACS, in collaboration with LIONS Club, organized a national celebration of the Lions Day in the United Nations on March 25th, 2011. Guest speakers included past international president Jimmy M. Ross, who spoke of the role of Lions Club International in strengthening the peace and promoting the values of democracy in the world, H.E. Mrs. Deirdre Boyd (UN Resident Representative), speaking of the role of the UN and civil society in the modern world, District Governor Prof. Jordan Savevski MD PhD on the role of Lions Club in promoting democracy and community service in Macedonia, Mr. John Surface, Education and Cultural Attaché at the US Embassy, who spoke about the efforts the USA as “World Leader” make in promoting the role of Civil Society and Good Governance, Zone Chairman Amin Hacha (D351 Lebanon) on the role of Lions Club in promoting the values of democracy in a multi-ethnic society, UACS Professor David McGaffey PhD, who spoke about the role of civil society in promoting the values of democracy, and finally concluded by Second Vice-District Governor Andreja Stojkovski.
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UACS attends annual Team Building Event: “Get Involved IV”
From April 7th to April 10th, 2011, the University American College Skopje attended their annual Team Building Event, entitled “Get Involved IV”, located at the Kongres Center Hotel in Ohrid.
“Get Involved IV” consisted of teachers, assistants, and administration of UACS. The main topics of discussion were Procedures and Regulations of UACS, the Organizational Structure, and the Accreditation Criteria.
The participants of this year’s Team Building Event had a fun yet productive time. “Get Involved IV” was enriched with many enjoyable moments spent together, as well as a construction of developed ideas for the future enhancement of the UACS image.
Panel Discussion: Publishing of the volume “Europe after the Lisbon treaty” – April 13th, 2011
On the 13th of April, 2011, the University American College Skopje, in cooperation with Friedrich Ebert Stiftung in Macedonia, held a panel discussion event upon publishing the volume "Europe after the Lisbon Treaty”.
The proceedings contain papers from the Fifth International Conference of European Integration entitled "Europe after the Lisbon Treaty", organized by UACS and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation, on May 20th of last year.
The themes of the volume range from benefits of the Lisbon Treaty in the economy, energy stability, human rights, the wellbeing of the people and the role of the European Union on global level, facing the financial and economic crisis, the enlargement process and business environment in Europe after the Lisbon Treaty.
The panel was moderated by Dr. Stevo Pendarovski, Assistant Professor of International Security and Foreign Affairs. The assembly was addressed by Her Excellency Mrs. Maria Ulrika Knotz, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany in Macedonia, Dr. Franz Lothar Altmann, Associate Professor of Intercultural and International Relations at the State University of Bucharest, and Dr. Heinz Bongartz, Official Representative of the Friedrich Ebert Foundation in Macedonia.
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Panel Discussion: “The Role of Social Media in Marketing Communication” – April 14th, 2011
On April 14th, 2011, The University American College Skopje organized a panel discussion entitled “The Role of Social Media in Marketing Communication”.
Concluded from the discussion was that social media has a number of advantages, such as reaching all stakeholders, effective communicating and measuring of the objectives, as well as feedback from the consumers. The main problem is that the small budget that companies have for online advertising, which is about 0.26 % of the whole marketing budget, as well as the inability to control the negative reactions and comments from internet users, can ruin the image of the company.
UACS hosts Book Promotion for Mr. Zivko Gruevski, MA, Honorary Consul of Canada – April 27th, 2011
On the 27th of April, 2011, UACS hosted a Book Promotion for Mr. Zivko Gruevski, MA, Honorary Consul of Canada. The book is entitled "Consular Diplomacy - Transformation of Diplomacy and the Role of Honorary Consuls".
Honorary guests of the promotion included Professor Zvonimir Jankuloski (Dean of the School of Law at UACS), who gave opening remarks and promoted the book.
Also in attendance was His Excellency, the Ambassador of the United States of America in Macedonia, Mr. Philip Reeker, who gave a brief comment on the book promotion.
This book is published by the Macedonian publishing house "Kultura" and is under the patronage of UACS.
UACS Celebrates “Italian Day” – May 5th, 2011
UACS celebrated Italy’s 150th anniversary by raising awareness about Italian culture among its students and staff. “Italian Day” was held on Thursday, May 5th, 2011, with many distinguished guests in attendance.
The ceremony was opened by Dr. Marjan Bojadziev, Rector of UACS, followed by a video sent by Professor Vittorio de Pedys, Italian native and teacher of the course Advanced Corporate Finance at UACS. His Excellency Mr. Fabio Cristiani, Italian
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Ambassador to Macedonia, also gave a welcoming speech, addressing his satisfaction for Italian-Macedonian relations and the assurance of continued successful collaborations.
UACS hosts National Competition in English for Secondary Schools – May 7th, 2011
On May 7th, 2011 the National Competition in English for Secondary Schools took place at UACS. Sixty 10th grade students competed in English language skills proficiency.
The test consisted of two parts: use of English and English comprehension. At the same time, the students’ mentors attended the ELT workshop “Using Mazes to Stimulate Student Discussion”, convened by Matt Jones, English language teacher.
UACS hosts guest speaker Mr. Dimitar Bogov, Governor of NBRM – May 11th, 2011
On Wednesday, May 11th, 2011, the University American College Skopje had the honor of hosting guest speaker Mr. Dimitar Bogov, newly appointed Governor of the NBRM.
Mr. Bogov spoke to students attending Professor Tome Nenovski’s Macroeconomics course, as well as to members of the faculty and staff of UACS, concerning the topic of “Coordination between monetary and fiscal policy in the Republic of Macedonia”, concluding with questions from the audience.
This is the second time Mr. Bogov has attended UACS as a guest speaker and we greatly look forward to more visits from the Governor of the NBRM.
Panel Discussion: “Managing Brands in Macedonia” – May 12th, 2011
UACS hosted a Panel Discussion on the topic “Managing Brands in Macedonia”, moderated by Professor Suzana P. Nikiforova. Panel members consisted of Aleksandra Dilevska-Simova, CEO of “Publicis Macedonia”, Verica Jordanova, Editor for special issues of “Kapital”, and Milos Radulovic, Head of OTC division, Healthcare products.
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UACS hosts National English Spelling Bee Competition – May 14th, 2011
After qualifying in regional tournaments from cities and towns all across Macedonia, students from primary schools and high schools met in Skopje for the National Spelling Bee competition to determine who the best spellers in the country are.
International Family Day: UACS Alumni Success Story – May 15th, 2011
The Alumni Association of the University American College Skopje successfully organized the first ever celebration of International Family Day.
The celebration took place at the amusement park (Luna Park) in Skopje’s City Park. Our association made a tremendous effort in order to allow children to ride FREE on all the rides at the park. Special guests in attendance were the children from the "Day-care Center for Children with Physical and Intellectual Disabilities" in Gostivar.
UACS hosts Her Excellency Mrs. Simone Filippini, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Macedonia – May 18th, 2011
The University American College Skopje had the extreme honor of hosting Her Excellency Mrs. Simone Filippini, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Macedonia, as a guest speaker.
Students, faculty and staff gathered as Her Excellency spoke upon the bilateral relations between Macedonia and the Netherlands. At the conclusion of her presentation, Mrs. Filippini took questions from an interested and interactive audience.
General Assembly of the Business Council – June 1st, 2011
On the 1st of June, 2011, the University American College Skopje held its annual General Assembly of the Business Council at Hotel Aleksandar Palace.
The President of the UACS Business Council, Mr. Ilijanco Gagovski, opened the event with a report of progress and future plan of the Business Council. Mr. Gagovski also spoke upon the internship progress, guest speakers and clinical teachings.
Following Mr. Gagovski was Dr. Marjan Bojadziev, Rector of UACS, beginning with an Annual Report of 2010 and the highlights of that year, including international
37 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 collaborations and accreditation, the Alumni Association, the UACS Foundation, Resita Network and other foundations. Then Dr. Bojadziev covered the strategic goals planned for 2011, as well as the strategic goals for additional accreditation.
UACS, through the work of the Business Council, by linking academia and business practice, public and NGO sectors, tends to enable creation of quality personnel who will actively participate in the development of the business sector in Macedonia.
The Business Council of the University American College Skopje provides internship for its students in renowned Macedonian companies, institutions and organizations and also provides employment opportunities.
Career Fair Seminar – June 7th, 2011
UACS held its first ever “Career Fair Seminar” on June 7th, 2011. The Career Fair was intended for UACS graduates, MBA and Alumni unemployed students and UACS Business Council members.
Farewell Party for His Excellency Mr. Philip T. Reeker, US Ambassador to the Republic of Macedonia – June 8th, 2011
On June 8th, 2011, the University American College Skopje and the UACS Alumni Association organized a farewell party for the US Ambassador, H.E. Mr. Philip T. Reeker.
Participant Centered Learning – June, 2011
On the 14th, 15th, and 21st of June, 2011, UACS faculty and staff took part in the Participant Centered Learning method of training in accordance with the strategic goals of UACS.
All participants were divided amongst three work groups, each assigned a separate case to be prepared and presented to the groups. This was the first ever Participant Centered Learning training, resulting in much enthusiasm for improving the quality of teaching at our University.
Those who participated successfully developed the steps of enriching our curriculum with internationally acclaimed methods of teaching that will be of immense benefit to the development of this institution.
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2nd Annual Architecture Exhibition – June 13th, 2011
On June 13, the 2nd Annual Architecture Exhibition was held. A lot of parents and other guests were present to see the pieces of their children, students at the School of Architecture and Design at UACS.
2nd Annual Best IT Project Competition – June 28th, 2011
On June 28, 2011, the 2nd Annual Best IT Project Competition took place for the School of Computer Science and Information Technology (SCSIT) of UACS.
8 contestants presenting 5 projects took part in this event, competing to win the title of “Project with the Best Design”, “The Most Useful Project” and “The Most Complete Project”. All of the contestants that took part in the Competition were students of the 2nd and 3rd year of studies in SCSIT.
The projects were presented in front of an audience and a Committee consisting of SCSIT staff, as well representatives of some of the major IT companies in Macedonia (such as Microsoft Macedonia, Seavus, SEMOS and ITIGMA), who provided prizes for the awarded students and awarded Certificates of Excellence. In addition, all of the participants in the Competition received Certificates of Participation and a 5% discount for the tuitions in their subsequent academic years of education at UACS.
August 31st, 2011 - Marjan Petreski publishes book
UACS Professor Marjan Petreski has published his first book entitled Monetary-regime switch from exchange-rate to inflation targeting: with reference to developing economies.
It has been published by the international publisher LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing and can be reached on Amazon.com.
SFL promotes two e-books - September 13th, 2011
Two e-books, published by the University American College Skopje (UACS), were promoted on the 13th of September at the bookstore-café “Magor” in Skopje. The promotion of the electronic editions of the translation from English of “American Fairytales”, written by Frank Baum, and the translation from Macedonian to English of
39 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 the book “The Skopje Streecar”, written by Hristo Petreski, were made by students from the School of Foreign Languages at UACS.
Graduation Ceremony 2011 – September 14th, 2011
The 2011 Graduation Ceremony took place at Hotel Aleksandar Palace, Skopje, on Wednesday, September 14th, 2011, marking the point at which students leave our University to make their way in the world. Undergraduate and graduate students, along with their families and friends, members of the business community, friends of UACS and many more were present to witness the graduation of the fourth generation of students.
Macedonian University with an International Accreditation Certificate – September 20th, 2011
The University American College Skopje was awarded an international accreditation certificate for its business program by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), from USA.
Opening Ceremony 2011 – September 21st, 2011
On the 21st of September, 2011, a ceremony was held to begin the new academic year 2011/2012 at Hotel Aleksandar Palace, Skopje. Future students, their parents and professors, representatives from the business community and diplomatic corps in Macedonia attended the Opening Ceremony of UACS.
Orientation Day – September 24th, 2011
On September 24th, 2011, Orientation Day for the newly enrolled students took place at UACS. All students were given the opportunity to get to know the professors and the staff, as well as the institution itself.
12. Graduate Program – MBA
We are extremely proud of our MBA program. Designed for professional, junior and middle managers, this program provides them with skills for a career boost. The design of the UACS executive MBA program provides an opportunity for experienced professionals to obtain their master’s degree on a schedule that minimizes the disruption of their work and personal pursuits. 40 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011
During 2007-2010, the University American College Skopje and Schiller International University had signed an academic collaboration agreement which provided students with an exclusive opportunity to take 6 courses in Skopje and 6 more courses in Florida. This program was available to all MBA students at UACS that had completed 6 courses and had at least a 2.8 GPA.
Concentrations offered at UACS are the following:
• General Management • Marketing Management • Human Resource Management • Corporate Finance & Banking
Our MBA program is widely recognized by the community. Current enrolment encompasses people from the top corporations (T-Mobile, ONE, VIP, Tutunska Banka, Pro Credit Bank, Stopanska Banka AD, Makpetrol, Soros, Replek AD, Publicist, Diners Club International, Booz Allen Hamilton, Protect M, etc.), as well as NGO’s and the Public sector (Ministry of Health, Soros International, and OSCE)
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Graduate - Master programs
New student enrollment - MBA Graduate SBE&M
Academic Year English Macedonian Transfer Total 2009/2010 56 28 84 2010/2011 45 37 82
New student enrollment Demographics – Graduate SBE&M Academic Year Male Female Total Age 2009/2010 33 51 84 25.7 2010/2011 36 46 82 25.5
Masters level Program name: Master of Business Administration (English) Start year 2009-10 2010-11 Enrolments on year 1 56 45 Number of students with 60 ECTS 56 43 Number graduating with 96 ECTS 50 42 Number progressing to year 2 50 42 % progressing to year 2 89% 93% Number of students with 96 ECTS - - Number graduating with 300 4 - ECTS % of year 2 students graduating 7.1% -
Masters level Program name: Master of Science/Arts (Macedonian) Start year 2009-10 2010-11 Enrolments on year 1 28 37 Number of students with 60 ECTS 25 36 Number graduating with 96 ECTS - - Number progressing to year 2 25 36 % progressing to year 2 90% 97% Number of students with 96 ECTS - - Number graduating with 300 2 - ECTS % of year 2 students graduating 7.1% -
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Second Cycle Masters 2 programs Macedonian 2009/2010 (2 year program) Cohort Mk-09 2009-10 2010-11 2010-11 2010-11 2010-11 Stage of program Entered Entered Program Graduates Still in Year 1 Year 2 completio Thesis program n 96 ECTS 120 ECTS Number of 28 25 25 2 23 students
Masters 2 programs Macedonian 2010/2011 (2 year program) Cohort Mk-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 Stage of program Entered Entered Program Graduates Still in Year 1 Year 2 completio Thesis program n 96 ECTS 120 ECTS Number of 52 47 40 students
14. Alumni
The UACS Alumni Association exists to maintain a powerful bond between graduates with main purpose to benefit the graduates and the university. UACS Alumni Association is institution established and operative for stirring multilevel collaborations centering its members, students and institutions, by adding them value while strengthening attachment and relations among them.
The ALUMNI‘s mission is to foster alumni interest and support of the University programs and activities by encouraging intellectual and emotional ties between members and their University.
Vision - Development of continuous interaction among alumni members, institutions and students for the purpose of gaining system for upgrading in terms of knowledge, network, information and skills.
The value of UACS alumni organization to forge an incredibly diverse network, so members are economists, entrepreneurs, doctors, lawyers, scientists… This mold of diversity is one of the principal factors for numerous successful businesses and life- changing technologies.
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The Alumni Association was re-established in 2010. It is formed to give to its members the possibility to keep in touch with "their" university and former fellow students as well as to take advantage of advanced scientific training.
The value of UACS alumni organization is to forge an incredibly diverse network, so members are economists, entrepreneurs, doctors, lawyers, scientists… This mold of diversity is one of the principal factors for numerous successful businesses and life- changing technologies.
Members have the benefit of a unique educational experience that has tested their intellectual rigour and helped them to develop a range of new and competitive skills. The idea for creation of UACS Alumni Association is to keep the link between the UACS graduates and the University. Its mission is to foster alumni interest and support of the University programs and activities by encouraging intellectual and emotional ties between members and their University.
The Alumni Association seeks to meet the needs of the graduates by providing social, intellectual and business opportunities throughout the year and ways to remain in touch with UACS.
How members can contribute?
Based on their affiliation and interest we encourage all to take part in some of the UACS Alumni teams or be part of some activities at UACS:
• Get the opportunity to be a guest speaker at UACS, • Mentoring students, • Active participation in the UACS Foundation, • Practical activities for the students, • Technical Team, • Legal Team, • Marketing Team, • Finance Team, • Coordination Team.
By joining any of the teams, they will have the chance to work together with colleagues in order to create the foundation of the Alumni. Each team will be active
44 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 for a period of time to prepare Alumni Program, strategy, collect student’s data and develop actions plan.
The Association has a President, Vice-president, Secretary Treasurer, Executive Officer and a managing board which consists of nine people including the President, Vice- president and the Secretary Treasurer.
In that manner, it had organized the following events:
- Business event: guest speaker – Dr. Ichak Adizes, management guru,
- Social event: Celebration of the International Family day,
- Monthly meetings of the managing board,
- Fundraising parties
- Farewell party for the Ambassador of United States of America in Macedonia, H.E. Mr. Philip Reeker.
15. UACS Foundation
The UACS Foundation was established in 2010. It performs a non-profit activity and is committed to improving and promoting opportunities and quality of the higher education in Macedonia. The Foundation has a mission by which is being determined and will realize the strategic and long-term goals.
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The mission of the foundation
Starting from the belief that every individual has the potential and values that deserve to be developed and enriched through education and keeping in mind that the progress of society depends on the contribution and active and creative participation of all its members, the Foundation will strive to enhance the availability and quality of the higher education as a vital basis for sustainable development of the society and its integration into modern European and world processes.
The Foundation has three main target groups:
• The first target group is the business community, government bodies and institutions, civil society and individuals for mobilization of financial and material resources to achieve the objectives of the Foundation. • The second target group is young people who have the desire and potential to continue their education at UACS and other universities in the country and abroad, based on the principle of equality and equal opportunities for all. The Foundation will seek to attract students from among the marginalized groups, especially the talented students who have less favorable financial and social position. • The third target group is candidates for master’s and doctoral studies, whom to can be assigned different types of financial assistance and support for training and research abroad.
The foundation has a managing board which consists of nine people out of which becomes the president of the managing board, supervisory board and an executive officer. In the year of 2011, the Foundation granted one full scholarship for undergraduate studies for the School of Architecture and Design (3 year scholarship) and one year full scholarship for the School of Business Economics and Management.
16. Executive Education
The executive education project is primary designed for middle and top executives in the business sector and in the nonprofit industry as well as middle and high governmental officials and civil servants. Junior managers and professionals, with minimum of 3 years of experience who want to boost their career can be part of this project as well.
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It can be said that executive education is an increasingly efficient way for those at managerial positions in organizations to hone their expertise.
Executive education programs began booming in the early 1980s. Companies believed there was a direct correlation between more knowledgeable employees and their profit margin.
The role of executive education is shifting.
In the past, its focus was to provide managers with management knowledge and prepare them for impending promotion. It was also used by organizations as part of a reward and recognition program as well as a staff retention tool.
If you listen to the issues organizations around the world are facing, there are diverse matters that are best addressed with executive education that is client centered.
It is of vital importance that executive education is relevant to the issues that organizations today are confronted with, can be practically applied into the workplace and offer long lasting impact.
Custom-made programs for individual companies are a new addition to the professional education sector. UACS can develop curricula based on a company's individual needs, from leadership training to an economics crash course.
EXED Values
UACS strongly cherishes participant – sectored learning.
We believe problem solving courses boost emphasis creative thinking.
We believe that open discussion leads to new solutions and development of conceptual skills.
We believe that learning is a process – in which everyone participates and the outcomes are often unpredictable, but in the most of the cases – LEARNING BECOMES ASTONISHING EXPERIENCE.
We believe that “the more you bring into class, the more you’ll take out of the class”.
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17. Business Council
The mission of the UACS Business Council is to provide:
• Practical education for the UACS students • Guest lecturers from the practice, who will present the work of the companies or organizations to the students in one immediate way; • Revising the educational programs and suggestions for its change concerning appropriate complement of the business community needs; • Participation in an evaluation of the educational process, as well in the evaluation of UACS students.
Organizational structure
Coordinative Body:
Ilijancho Gagovski
Business Council President
Zhivko Gruevski
Business Council Ex-President
Sasho Klekovski
Business Council Vice-President
Janko Trenkovski
Business Council Vice-President
Trustee Council
Janko Trenkovski
Chairman of the School of Business, Economics and Management
Antoni Peshev
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Nenad Janichevikj
Chairman of the School of Law
Aleksandar Novakovski
Chairman of the School of Political Science
Sasho Ivanov
Chairman of the School of Architecture and Design
Pavlina Adzi Mitrevska
Chairman of the School of Foreign Languages
The Business Council dates annually on the General Assembly and selects president, coordinative body, and trustee council for each faculty. Owing to this structure UACS gains the real picture for the business community needs, and exerts evaluation of the educational program quality, the quality of the knowledge and skills of the students, as well how much they are compatible with the business community needs i.e. with the labor market needs.
On the 1st of June, 2011, a General Assembly of the UACS Business Council was held during which the old new management was reselected (see on page 3). On this General Assembly Mr. Ilijanco Gagovski, the UACS Business Council President and President of Microsoft Inc. for Macedonia, and Mr. Marjan Bojadziev, PhD. and UACS Provost, had their own special addressing. 49 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011
During 2010 and 2011 the following meetings with the clusters of the Business Council were organized:
• Two meetings with the cluster of Business, Economics, and Management; • One meeting with the cluster of Foreign Languages; • One meeting with the cluster of Law and Political Sciences; • One meeting with the cluster of Computer Science and Information Technology; • Three meetings with the Coordinative Body of the Business Council and other selected Business Council members and members of the Accreditation Councils of US (ACBSP) and Europe (ECBE).
The representatives of the BC were elected to take part in developing educational programs, realization of the educational programs, providing internship, training and possibilities for employment. The Business council members are organized in clusters for every school. Each cluster is responsible to fulfill the mission statement of each school.
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The Business Council’s mission is to ensure:
• Internship for students from School of Political Science; (every organization appoints mentor in the organization, to supervise the internship process.)
• Guest speakers that will teach students firsthand how the companies and organizations work;
• Revision of the academic programs for School of Political Science and suggestions for adapting them to the Business Community trends and needs.
• Educational process and student evaluation
The board of trustees (clusters) has the following responsibilities:
• Revision of the academic programs and suggestions for adapting them to the Business Community trends and needs, • Suggest guest lecturers and clinical teachers that will enrich students knowledge and skills, • Suggests projects and research topics for students • Coordinates the work of all members of the cluster • In cooperation with the Career center provides internship for students • Internship evaluation
For the whole University the Coordinative body is responsible to fulfill the mission statement.
The Coordinative body has the following responsibilities:
• Too coordinate the work of the boards of trustees (clusters) and to give directions for improvement of their activates, • Revision of the academic programs for all schools at the University and suggestions for adapting them to the Business Community trends and needs • Educational process and students evaluation for all schools and upon the results gives recommendations for future development and improvement.
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During 2010 and 2011 the following organizations become friends of UACS and were listed as members of our Business Council:
BMG Konsalting Stopanska Banka A.D. Skopje (contract rebuild) Consumers Organization of Macedonia Okta Refinery Macedonia Eksport Adora Engineering Reptil Supermarkets DOOEL Copier Service (RikoMak) MACEF Danche Chakarovska, Lawyer AD Verbum NLB Tutunska Banka EvroAnser DOOEL Mozhnosti Savings Bank
Guest Lecturers
Name and Surname Company Date 1. Ilijanco Gagovski Microsoft Macedonia 21.10.2010 2. Gordana Celebic Nestle Adriatik 21.10.2010 3. Biljana Petrova/Ilija Spasevski McCann Erickson Group 21.10.2010 4. Jasmina Majstoroska Ministry of Economy 22.10.2010 5. Ljupco Efremov GfK 25.10.2010 6. Emil Jakimov President ACI Macedonia 03.11.2010 7. Petar Ribarski Media Print 16.11.2010 8. Boro Petkovski T-Home 17.11.2010 9. Goce Vangelovski/Dejan Stopanska Banka 25.11.2010 Stamatov 10. Marijana Loncar Velkova OPM 29.11.2010 11. Kristina Nikolovska NBRM 25.11.2010 12. Natasa Dukoska Navigators PR 02.12.2010 13. Branko Stancev T-Mobile 09.12.2010 14. Magdalena Simonoska Pro-Credit 07.12.2010 15. Stefan Peposki Stopanska Banka 10.12.2010 16. Ljupka Georgievska NBRM 14.12.2010 17. Valetina Angelkovska Stopanska Banka 15.12.2010 Risteska/Tasko Tanevski 18. Lidija Grupceva Imperial Tobacco 15.12.2010 19. Nina Babuskova Free Lancer Management 22.12.2010 Consultant 20. Aleksandar Pendzarkovski Eurolink 21.12.2010 21. Evgenij Najdov World Bank 11.04.2011 22. Elena Mladenovska TTK Banka 11.04.2011 23. Nina Nasteva Director of Fund for Deposit 13.04.2011 Insurance of Macedonia 52 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011
24. Angela Kostova T-Mobile 29.04.2011 25. Dimitar Bogov Governor NBRM 11.05.2011 26. Katerina Jovanovska Stopanska Banka 06.05.2011 27. Jelena Janevska UN 12.05.2011 28. Andrej Pulejkov KB Publicum – Investment fund 11.05.2011 29. Nadezda Dimitrovska INET 13.05.2011 30. Fatmir Besimi Minister – Ministry of Economy 21.02.2011 31. Simona Sefovska Dimovska VIP Operator 29.03.2011
Panel discussions:
Role of social media in marketing communication
1. Belta Begu McCann Erickson Skopje 14.04.2011 2. Savica Pop httpool Online Marketing 14.04.2011 Taneva Agency 3. Darko Buldioski NewMediaMK 14.04.2011 4. Dejan Porsche Macedonia 14.04.2011 Georgievski 5. Gordana JP JASEN 14.04.2011 Janakievska 6. Roza Stojmirovska AVON Macedonia 14.04.2011
Brand Management in Macedonia
1. Aleksandra Publicis Macedonia 12.05.2011 Dilevskia Simova 2. Goran MM “Hospital Higiena” 12.05.2011 Georgievski 3. Verica Jordanova Kapital Media Group 12.05.2011 4. Milosh Radulovich OTC Healthcare 12.05.2011 products
18. Student Council
The Student Council is a very important part of UACS. They help share students’ ideas, interests, and concerns with the teachers and principal. They help the students raise funds for school wide projects. Being a part of the Student Council is something that will help our students become responsible and active members of the community.
19. Completed Projects and Trainings
UACS employees were part of numerous conferences, workshops and training during 2011. Some of them successfully finished CEED Finance and CEED Top Class Plus program. The program allows employees to improve their skills and their network of contacts. 53 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011
Representatives from UACS were part of the European Entrepreneurship Colloquium (EEC). The program is built on the EFER supported Cambridge "Teach-the-Teachers" program in 2001, the Harvard Business School European Entrepreneurship Colloquium on Participant-Centered Learning (HBS EECPCL) which ran from 2005-2008 and the EEC Maastricht Program in 2009, co-funded by the Dutch government. EEC 2010- 2012, co-funded by the European Commission, will be run in a consortium among EFER, IESE Business School, Warsaw School of Economics, University of Cambridge and Europe Unlimited, organized and hosted by Warsaw School of Economics, Warsaw, Poland, July 17-23, 2011. Among those who successfully defended their doctoral or MBA thesis are:
- Elena Bundaleska, defended her PhD thesis,
- Emil Gjorgov, defended his MBA thesis,
- Jovanka Jovanchevska Milenkoska, defended her MBA thesis,
- Irina Grcheva, defended her MBA thesis,
- Violeta Bakalchev, defended her MBA thesis.
20. Book Promotions
UACS gives a great importance to book promotion. This year 3 books have been promoted, written by professors from UACS.
“Macroeconomics – Basic Principles” by Professor Tome Nenovski, PhD - October 18th, 2010
On Monday, 18th October 2010, a new, improved and supplemented edition of the student textbook “Macroeconomics – Basic Principles” by Professor Tome Nenovski, PhD, was released.
Tome Nenovski Book Promotion – December 21st, 2010
The promotion of the books "Republic of Macedonia and the World Economic Crisis" was held at the UACS premises on the 21st of December, 2010.
Professor Nenovski is a full-time professor at the University American College Skopje for the subjects “Macroeconomics”, “Public Finance” and “Banking”. He has published
54 ______University American College Skopje Annual Report 2011 more than 12 books in the fields of Banking, Macroeconomics and Public Finance, among which four are university textbooks. He has also published over 300 studies in international and local newspapers and magazines. Professor Nenovski has been awarded the traditional “M.H. Jasmin” and “Goce Delcev” state awards.
Professor Marjan Petreski publishes book
UACS Professor Marjan Petreski has published his first book entitled “Monetary-regime switch from exchange-rate to inflation targeting: with reference to developing economies”.
It has been published by the international publisher LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing and can be reached on Amazon.com.
21. Sport activities
Universiade in Ohrid
The Universiade, which took place in the city of Ohrid and organized by the Student Parliament of University St. Cyril and Methodius, included teams from UACS who participated in soccer and basketball.
Team UACS, led by Prof. Kimo Chavdar participated in the soccer and basketball tournament.
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