Competency-based Certification Professors and Supervisors in Croatia

Ivana BarišićView profile

Associate Professor

University of ZagrebCroatia

Ivana Barišić, PhD , is an Associate Professor at the Department of Accounting , Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb . Her academic journey includes a PhD in Public Sector Cost Governance (2006), MSc in Accounting and Finance (2005), and BSc in Accounting (1999), all from the University of Zagreb. Research Focus: Cost accounting in public sectors, managerial accounting for higher education and healthcare, telecommunications cost modeling, and internal audit frameworks. Teaching: Delivers courses in accounting, cost accounting, tax accounting, and managerial accounting at the University of Zagreb, with guest lectures at institutions like Alpen-Adria University Klagenfurt and FH Campus 02 Graz. Projects: Led ABC implementation at Clinical Hospital Centre Zagreb and BSC performance measurement projects. Participated in EU-funded initiatives and Croatian Science Foundation grants. Publications: 15+ articles on internal audit, cost management, and corporate governance, with recent work on risk-based auditing and digital transformation in accounting education. Academic Recognition: No explicitly mentioned awards in provided data. Her email is ibarisic@efzg.hr, and office hours are Tuesday 13:00-15:00.

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Zoran JančićView profile

Lecturer

Algebra University CollegeCroatia

Zoran Jančić is a lecturer at Algebra University and head of its E-learning Department . With over 20 years of experience in digital education projects, he specializes in e-learning system implementation, content development, and project management across educational, public, and corporate sectors. Graduated from Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing, Zagreb Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) for Adobe Captivate Moodle Educator Certificate (MEC) based on DigCompEdu framework His research interests focus on e-learning systems , digital education infrastructure , and learning management systems (LMS) . Key projects include: Developing 1500+ school hours of digital content for Croatian academic network CARNET Implementing national e-learning systems for the State School of Administration Creating certification platforms for Croatian tradesmen used across four countries His recent publications analyze corporate LMS investments , non-formal learning recognition , and storage solutions for small businesses , reflecting his interdisciplinary work at the intersection of educational technology and enterprise IT systems. Notable contributions include digital career tools and multimedia training programs .

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Tomislav RastovskiView profile

Senior Lecturer

Algebra University CollegeCroatia

Tomislav Rastovski is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Algebra with extensive expertise in Project Management. He serves as course holder for Project Management, Project Management Methodology, and Project Management across multiple study programs at the university. Additionally, he is a guest lecturer at the Faculty of Economics, University of Zagreb, and an external associate at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing, University of Zagreb where he teaches Portfolio and Program Management. Dr. Rastovski holds a PhD in Project Management from the University of Zagreb and has accumulated over 20 years of teaching experience. His research interests primarily focus on project management methodologies, competency frameworks, infrastructure projects, and EU-funded initiatives. He has developed specialized expertise in applying project management principles across construction, IT, and public administration sectors, with particular emphasis on virtual team management and sustainable project delivery. His publication record demonstrates a clear progression from foundational project management concepts to more specialized areas including competency modeling, infrastructure challenges, and sustainable development perspectives. Recent work shows increasing focus on virtual project environments and the role of certification in professional development. His research bridges academic theory with practical industry applications, particularly in Croatian and European contexts. As a certified complex project manager (IPMA Level B) and examiner for project manager certification, Dr. Rastovski maintains strong industry connections. He has conducted over 200 professional seminars for more than 100 companies, training over 2,000 participants from diverse economic sectors. His practical experience includes direct involvement in more than 30 projects as a project manager and expert in project planning, monitoring, and control.

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Nina PerezaView profile

Associate Professor

University of RijekaCroatia

Nina Pereza, MD, PhD , is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka , where she leads the Department of Medical Biology and Genetics . She is also the director of the Center for Genetic Education and the Center for the Advancement of Teaching Competencies and Communication Skills . Her work spans medical genetics, genetic education, reproductive medicine, and curriculum innovation. She is a recipient of multiple national and university-level teaching and science awards and is actively involved in mentoring students and leading scientific projects. Education: PhD in Biomedicine (2009–2013) – Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka Doctor of Medicine (2003–2009) – Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE, 2012) – University of Cambridge Certified ALCT Teacher (2021) – Forum for Freedom in Education, Zagreb Research Interests: Nina Pereza's research focuses on medical genetics , particularly the genetic and epigenetic basis of recurrent pregnancy loss , preterm birth , and genetic literacy in medical education . She explores how genetic polymorphisms and epigenetic markers influence reproductive outcomes and how to integrate this knowledge into medical curricula. Her work also emphasizes innovative teaching methods and student-centered education in genetics and medicine. Scientific Awards: City of Rijeka Award for Higher Education (2025) State Award "Ivan Filipović" for Higher Education (2024) State Award for Popularization of Science (2021) University of Rijeka Teaching Excellence Award (2019) Young Scientist Award – Faculty of Medicine Rijeka (2013) Advising and Mentorship: She has supervised over 20 undergraduate and graduate theses in medicine, biotechnology, and health studies. Her mentorship focuses on genetic research methodology , clinical case writing , and scientific communication . Labs and Centers: Center for Genetic Education – Director since 2020 Center for the Advancement of Teaching Competencies and Communication Skills – Director since 2024 Department of Medical Biology and Genetics – Deputy Head of Department (2022–)

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Božidar JakovićView profile

Professor

University of ZagrebCroatia

Božidar Jaković, PhD, is a Full Professor at the Informatics Department within the Faculty of Economics & Business, University of Zagreb . He completed all his university studies (BSc, MSc, PhD) at the same institution and later earned an Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT Sloan . He has served three consecutive terms as Vice-Dean for Students, Teaching and Digitalization . In addition to his role at the University of Zagreb, he teaches at universities in Bosnia & Herzegovina and Slovenia. Research Interests: Digital business and digital transformation Mobile and web technologies Business analytics and big data Knowledge and information management E-learning and innovation management His recent publications (2022–2025) reveal an intense focus on digital transformation across tourism, banking, and small-to-medium enterprises, with a strong emphasis on sustainability , consumer adoption of emerging technologies (e.g., 5G), and data-driven decision support systems . Scientific Contributions: Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Acta Turistica , Mathematics , and WSEAS Transactions on Information Science & Applications . Principal investigator or active member in multiple national and EU-funded research projects. Regular speaker at international conferences and faculty development workshops across the USA, Canada, Japan, China, and the EU. Teaching and Student Engagement: Professor Jaković teaches undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate courses including Enterprise Information Systems , E-business , ICT Management , and Electronic Business Strategy . He holds weekly office hours and is accessible for individual consultations via Google Meet. Laboratories & Teams: While no dedicated laboratory is explicitly mentioned, his affiliation with the Informatics Department provides access to university-wide research infrastructure, including the Institute for Euro-Asian Studies and collaborative research clusters in digital innovation.

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Višnja Kabalin BorenićView profile

Lecturer

University of ZagrebCroatia

Višnja Kabalin Borenić, Ph.D., is a Lecturer at the Department of Business Foreign Languages within the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb. She holds a doctoral degree in European Studies (Languages and Cultures in Contact) from the University of Zadar (2013) and has participated in advanced training programs, including the Erasmus+ International Staff Week (2024) and Belt & Road Advanced Training (2019). Her research focuses on language in international business communication , L2 motivation , and globalization of English , with additional interests in academic skills and multilingualism. She teaches courses like Business English 1/2 , Advanced English , and English for International Communication . Ph.D., European Studies (Languages and Cultures in Contact), University of Zadar (2004-2013) M.A., English Language and Literature, University of Zagreb (earlier education) Her research explores language dynamics in business contexts , including student motivation and attitudes toward English, multilingualism, and the impact of EU policies on language education. She has published extensively on topics such as online learning tools , game-based language teaching , and language myths in tourism , with recent work on lexical error taxonomy adaptation (2025) and digital engagement (2024). Key trends in her publications include technology integration in language education , student-centered methodologies , and cross-cultural language challenges . Scientific awards include a 2005 University of Zagreb Certificate for advancing internationalization. She is a member of the European Association for Languages for Specific Purposes (AELFE) , Croatian LSP Teachers' Association , and the International Research Group on Management & Language (GEM&L) . Her teaching emphasizes business communication , academic writing , and language policy , with grants and projects tied to EU initiatives and the Bologna Process.

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