Eight students from Academia Institute of Technology studying Media Production and Economist programmes were given the opportunity at the end of June 2024 to participate in the 7-day summer business school "EFRI International Business School" in Rijeka, Croatia. The summer school brought together, in addition to Slovenian participants, students from higher education and university institutions from Greece, Finland, Croatia, Cyprus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Russia.
The summer school, which took place for the eighth consecutive year, was held for the first time as an Erasmus+ KIP, which enabled participants to access Erasmus+ scholarships that covered a large part of mobility costs, such as accommodation, transport and meals. It included lectures by local and international lecturers, workshops for students, company visits and a cultural programme. Among other things, students visited the prestigious Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa and participated in virtual educational activities.
Lara Čvan, a Media Production student, described her experience: "The presentation of the Hilton Hotel was wonderful. I currently work in one of the strong hotel chains and I have always been interested in how they operate at the Hilton, a modern hotel with a divine view, where employees seem very happy because they have the opportunity to work there."
Ognjen Vučković, one of the participants from the Economist programme, shared his first impression: "I have never before had the opportunity to be a participant in an Erasmus+ programme. When I saw the call, I applied immediately because I had listened to stories from friends who were always satisfied with mobility."
Olga Zhukova shared her enthusiasm about the organisation of the programme: "Everything was well organised and transparent. The accommodation in the student dormitory was excellent. All the programme organisers were very responsive and friendly. Excellent lecturers, interesting lectures. In short – an experience I recommend to everyone."
The international business summer school comprised four main modules:
- Business Negotiation: Participants learnt various techniques and strategies for successful business negotiation.
- Communication in a Business Environment: Ivan Vujičić from the company Duran led a workshop on communication styles in business negotiation.
- International Business: A visit to the Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa was the highlight of the programme, where participants learnt how theory translates into practice in the international business world.
- Presentation and Tasks: Student assignments were a key part of the programme, where teams developed and presented their business or negotiation ideas.
In addition to the formal programme, participants took advantage of opportunities for informal socialising and getting to know each other. "Every day we actively socialised, went for drinks, to beaches, to restaurants," described Ognjen Vučković.
Živa Ornik, a Media Production student, well illustrated the advantage of the multidisciplinary nature of such Erasmus+ programmes: "This exchange gave me the opportunity to broaden my horizons and gain insight into the world of entrepreneurship." Through the exchange, she thus acquired knowledge that is not necessarily provided for within the curriculum for her study programme. Ornik summarises her satisfaction with the exchange: "Mobility in Rijeka is one of the most unforgettable experiences during my studies. During this time, I got to know many interesting people, their language and the culture of countries such as Cyprus and Finland."
Nina Savnik thinks similarly: "The experience in Rijeka enabled me to develop both personally and professionally. I met many new friends from different countries with whom I will maintain contact. This exchange gave me the opportunity to broaden my horizons and gain insight into the world of entrepreneurship."
Dino Mahmutagić concluded: "This week was full of new knowledge and invaluable experiences. I will use the acquired knowledge in the future." Gaj Gorza thinks similarly: "The week in Rijeka was unforgettable. I will use the acquired knowledge and experience in the future. Mobility was an exceptional experience that I warmly recommend to everyone – it brings invaluable experiences and an opportunity for personal growth."
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Source: Academia (9. 7. 2024). Fotografije: arhiv Academie.
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