Mihaela Boran

Mihaela Boran serves as a Lecturer at Tibiscus University in Timisoara while simultaneously working as Coordinator of the European Integration and External Relations Department at the Timis County Prefecture Institution. She has established a dual career path in academia and public administration with a strong focus on European integration matters.

Educational Background:

• Faculty of Economic Sciences, Foreign Trade specialization at Tibiscus University of Timisoara
• Degree completed at Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies
• Master's degree in Public Administration Management (2004) - LEDA European Cooperation program
• Current Master's student in Community Law and European Integration at Tibiscus University
• PhD candidate at Western University of Timisoara, Management Department

Mihaela Boran's research focuses primarily on European integration processes, international trade mechanisms, and public administration management. Her academic work explores the practical implementation of EU integration frameworks within Romanian administrative structures, with particular attention to how public institutions can adapt to meet European standards. She has developed expertise in European project management and the absorption of structural funds, drawing from both her academic studies and professional experience.

Throughout her career, Boran has participated in numerous European integration training programs organized by international institutions including the LEDA program, PHARE Tempus, and collaborations with British Council Romania. Her practical experience includes three months of professional training in Venice, Italy with the Veneto Regional Directorate of Community Programs.

Professional Recognition:

• Extensive training in European project management through multiple international programs
• Recognition for professional standards in European integration implementation

As both an academic and public official, Boran has contributed to bridging theoretical knowledge with practical implementation of European integration policies. Her teaching focuses on engaging students in the complex realities of international relations and European integration processes, while her professional work directly applies these principles in Romania's administrative structures. She has collaborated on academic publications including work with Prof. Dr. Alexandru Jivan on international trade in services.