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Natasha Mrkic-Subotic is an Instructor and Chair at the School of Business within the Faculty of Business and Professional Studies at Capilano University. With over 25 years of experience in marketing, strategic partnerships, and post-secondary education, she focuses on fostering academic innovation, decolonization, and community engagement. Her work emphasizes bridging cultural divides through global partnerships and applied learning.
Education:
- EdD in Educational Leadership, Simon Fraser University (2018)
- MBA, The Open University Business School (2002)
- Diploma in B.C. Provincial Instructor, Vancouver Community College (2009)
- Certificate in Intercultural Studies, University of British Columbia (2021)
Research Interests: Ms. Mrkic-Subotic explores academic innovation, career development, and the internationalization of post-secondary education. She advocates for COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) virtual exchange programs to enhance intercultural competence and global collaboration. Her work also addresses decolonization, JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion), and anti-racism initiatives within educational institutions.
Publications & Activities: Her research has been presented at conferences such as the Canadian Society for the Study of Higher Education (CSSHE) and the Athens Institute of Education and Research. Key themes include leveraging virtual exchange to level economic disparities and examining the role of career development in evolving educational landscapes.
Professional Roles:
- Board Director and Vice Chair, CityStudio
- Academic Scientific & Organizing Committee Member, Athens Institute of Education and Research
Teaching Philosophy: Ms. Mrkic-Subotic designs courses around real-world business cases, community service learning, and global issues. She encourages students to become 'changemakers' through hands-on, work-integrated learning experiences that connect theory to practice.
