Ivan Turčić

Ivan Turčić, Ph.D., is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb. His work focuses on entrepreneurship education, SME development, and digital transformation in Croatia and EU contexts.

• Education: Completed doctoral, graduate, and undergraduate studies at the University of Zagreb with summa cum laude honors.

Research Interests include social entrepreneurship, family business succession, digital entrepreneurship, and economic security of enterprises. His projects often intersect with EU policy frameworks and regional development strategies.

Recent Publications analyze entrepreneurial education systems, digital skills' role in youth development, and social entrepreneurship dynamics in Croatia. These works span comparative studies (e.g., Croatia and Mauritius) and generational analyses (e.g., Generation Z's entrepreneurial intentions).

• Scientific Awards: Recipient of multiple state scholarships for academic excellence, including A-category honors, and recognition for studies completed magna and summa cum laude.

Advising and Projects: Mentored students in academic programs, coordinated the BEE Conference, and contributed to Horizon Europe and Ministry of Regional Development projects. Active in editorial roles for journals like Business and Entrepreneurial Economics Conference proceedings and Journal of Contemporary Economics.