Zdeslav Milas

Zdeslav Milas serves as Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs at Edward Bernays Polytechnic since 2013, overseeing teaching processes, quality systems, and new study development. He holds a senior lecturer role in public relations and corporate communication courses. Educated in journalism (undergraduate) and public relations theory (master's from Mostar), he is pursuing a doctorate in Communication Studies at Juraj Strossmayer University in Osijek.

His research focuses on corporate communication, political PR, management communication functions, and higher education policy in Croatia/EU contexts. He has authored Croatia's first corporate communication textbook (2012) and participated in multiple conferences/publications. Professional experience spans 30 years across academia, corporate sectors (5 years as financial director in real estate), and political communication (e.g., managing Franjo Tudjman's 1997 online presidential campaign).

Active in professional organizations: President of Croatian Public Relations Association's Court of Honor (since 2020), Honorary President of Croatian Academic Community (2016-2022), and member of EUPRERA. Previously served as Assistant Director of Croatian State Vow Foundation (1996-2002), driving cultural dialogue and educational programs.

Teaching roles include positions at Zagreb College of Business (2007-2013), Kairos College (2008-2010), and College of Health Sciences (2010-2012). Engaged in policy work through Ministry of Science and Education's Student Employment Act drafting committee. Maintains affiliations with Croatian Democratic Union, Matica Hrvatska, and cultural organizations.