Kosta Sotirovski

Prof. d-r Kosta Sotirovski is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Economics - Prilep, University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' - Bitola. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the same faculty (1998), with a thesis on modeling optimal production processes. His academic career spans over three decades, including roles as Secretary of Doctoral Studies and member of international editorial boards. Sotirovski's research focuses on econometrics, business informatics, Big Data technologies, and statistical methodologies. He has authored or co-authored over 100 publications and several textbooks, including 'Business Informatics' (2010) and 'Statistical Process Control in Production' (2011). His work frequently addresses economic development, SME innovation, and healthcare-related applications of statistical analysis.

He has led projects funded by EU initiatives like TEMPUS and CARDS, emphasizing education and economic integration. His teaching spans undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, covering subjects such as ERP systems, e-business, and advanced statistics. Sotirovski's academic contributions include pioneering statistical models for risk management, intellectual capital assessment, and e-learning integration in education.

• Education: PhD in Economics (1998), MSc in Economics (1993), BSc in Mathematical-Statistical Cybernetics (1986) – all from the Faculty of Economics, Bitola.
• Professional Roles: Editorial Board Member of Strategic Management and International Journal of Economics; Program Board Member of international conferences on strategic management.
• Research Highlights: Contributions to arterial stiffness studies in dialysis patients, e-business strategic readiness, and socio-economic development metrics using DEA analysis.