WEglobal, in partnership with European Projects Management and Prishtina REA, is implementing the “EU Support for the Competitiveness of Kosovo’s ICT Sector” project, which is funded by the EU Office in Kosovo. This initiative aims to support the growth of Kosovo’s ICT sector by offering training courses that help participants develop both digital and business skills. These courses are designed to strengthen the ICT labor market and ensure the effective use of newly acquired skills.
The overall objective of the project is to enhance the competitiveness of both digital and traditional businesses in Kosovo by supporting the growth of the ICT sector, ultimately leading to economic growth and new job opportunities.
Following the successful completion of four semesters of the ICT Skills Development Training (which enhanced the ICT capacities of 1,238 participants), the project now announces a new specialized training on “Business Development and Global Marketing Strategies”. This training is specifically aimed at managers, freelancers, and owners of ICT businesses, as well as individuals in businesses related to ICT.
The training curriculum is designed to address both domestic and global IT market trends, as well as the current demand for business development, management for ICT businesses, and global marketing strategies.
The “Business Development and Global Marketing Strategies” training consists of two comprehensive modules:
The training on “Business development and global marketing strategies” is free of charge and will help you by developing your skills, specific knowledge on business development and global marketing.Participants who will attend at least 50% of the sessions will receive Certificate.
Who can apply?
Freelancers and Managers/entrepreneurs of Kosovo ICT businesses and other related to ICT sector companies can apply to the training.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Eligibility:
All the managers and entreprenuers working in ICT companies and freelancers of ICT sector of Kosovo.
The managers who already participated in the previous training are not eligible!
| Selection Criteria | Weight | |
| Structural criteria | ⦁ Structure of the Business ⦁ Area of the business ⦁ Targeted Market |
60 |
| Other Criteria | ⦁ Products/Services Portfolio ⦁ Innovation |
40 |
| Essential criteria | ⦁ Local Managers/entrepreneurs of Kosovo ICT businesses and related sectors. ⦁ English Language |
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| Desired Criteria | ⦁ Existence in the market ⦁ Size of the Company/Entrepreneur |
IMPORTANT NOTE: SPECIAL BONUS!!! The successful participants of the training will have more points to participate in the next International B2B events that will be organised by the ICT for Kosovo’s Growth Project in European Countries!!!
Training dates:
The training will be carried out on November – December 2022, 4 hours course per day (from 17:00-21:00), max. 2 days per week. 30 hours of training.
Trainer:
Davide Branco holds a Laurea (Advanced Degree) in Economic Policy from Italy and an MSc in Corporate Governance from the UK. He is a highly experienced SME International Development and Training Expert with over 35 years of professional experience.
Throughout his career, Davide has held a variety of roles, including Marketing & Export Manager, Export & Marketing Consultant, Project Manager, Team Leader, Program Manager, Senior Lecturer, Visiting Professor, Senior Capacity Building and Training Expert, Senior SME Expert, Senior Entrepreneurship Expert, and more recently, Senior Employment Expert. He has contributed to both national and large EU-funded projects.
Davide has designed, coordinated, and delivered numerous capacity-building activities and training programs in areas such as SME Development, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, and Business Services. His programs have been aimed at a wide range of audiences, including unemployed individuals, managers, youth, women, business service providers, public officials, start-ups, SMEs, entrepreneurs, and social entrepreneurs.
In addition to his career in training, Davide has had an academic career as a Senior Lecturer and Visiting Professor in strategic management and entrepreneurship. He has also served as a BA and MA Program Director and has designed Master’s-level curricula. As an author, he has written booklets and seminar papers on entrepreneurship and development.
His involvement in various SME associations and business councils further enriches his profile.
How to apply for training?
You can apply in the form by clicking the button below
The deadline for application is 21st November 2022!