K2W CBHE

ERASMUS-EDU-2023-CBHE-STRAND-1 Project No 101236528 K2W (CBHE)

Empowering Career Readiness and Industry Collaboration for Higher Education in the Western Balkans

Project summary: The K2W project aims to enhance career readiness and foster stronger industry-academic collaboration in the Western Balkans. By aligning academic curricula with the evolving demands of the labor market, the project seeks to address existing skills gaps, ensuring that university graduates are better prepared for the workforce. Key components of the project include the establishment of career centers, the development of the SkillsBox platform, and the implementation of curriculum reforms that integrate career readiness and life skills into academic programs. Through the establishment of modern career services and training tools, the K2W project aims to not only address current labor market demands but also contribute to regional education reforms, making the Western Balkans more competitive on the international stage. The project’s impact will be evaluated regularly, ensuring that its outcomes continue to meet the needs of students and the labor market in the long term.

Consortium partners:

1.        PAR University of Applied Sciences

2.        Vere Montis Association

3.        Harokopio University

4.        Verde Center for Research, Innovation and Sustainable Development

5.        Barleti University

6.        Logos University College

7.        Luarasi University

8.        University of Mitrovica

9.        Universum College

Project Duration: 24 months

ERASMUS-EDU-2023-CBHE-STRAND-1 Project No 101236528 K2W (CBHE)

Focus Group with Academic Staff | K2W Project

Today, at the premises of the Entrepreneurship Center (ICE), an open discussion took place within the framework of the Erasmus+ K2W project – Strengthening Career Readiness and Industry Cooperation for Higher Education in the Western Balkans.

This focus group, facilitated by Prof. Dr. Artur Ribaj and Dr. Romina Radonshiqi, aimed to gather insights and perspectives from the academic staff of "LOGOS" University College on:

·        Curriculum design and review

·        Cooperation with industry and the labor market

·        Practical and life skills of students

·        Innovative teaching practices

·        Career services and institutional support

The contribution of our staff will help in drafting the Needs Analysis Report and in developing recommendations for improving curricula across partner universities.

Thank you to all participants for your valuable contribution!

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