EFOS Business Forum – "Artificial Intelligence – A New Era of Business",24/10/2024
Second EFOS Business Forum held on 24 October 2024, on the topic of Artificial Intelligence – a New Era of Business, was dedicated to the rapidly growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business, innovation and global competitiveness of organizations.
The aim of the forum was to open a discussion on the opportunities and challenges brought by the application of AI technologies and to strengthen cooperation between the business sector, educational institutions and policymakers in shaping sustainable, ethical and competitive digital strategies.
The introductory lecture, entitled "Quo Vadis AI (Domine)❓", was held by Assoc. Prof. Robert Kopal, PhD, an expert in analytics and the application of artificial intelligence. In his presentation, he emphasized that, despite the technical feasibility of automating many jobs, the economic viability will limit its actual reach to approximately 23% of jobs. This opens up space for the development and upgrading of human competencies, instead of replacing them, making AI a tool that can improve the workforce, not replace it.
The lecture was followed by a panel discussion entitled "AI in the service of global competitiveness", which brought together experts from various sectors with the aim of exchanging knowledge and experience on the application of artificial intelligence in a real business environment.
The participants of the panel were:
The Forum confirmed the importance of artificial intelligence as a strategic resource for the future of business and once again emphasized the role of the Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek as a link between science and the economy in the digital age.
EFOS Business Forum – "Sustainable Future of the Croatian Economy", 26/03/2024
The first EFOS Business Forum held on 26 March 2024 at the Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek brought together leading experts, business leaders and representatives of the business community to discuss the key role of sustainability and the integration of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the strategies of companies from Croatia.
The aim of the meeting was to emphasize that sustainability, in addition to contributing to global efforts for a better and fairer world, also opens up new business opportunities and strengthens the competitiveness of the Croatian economy. The Forum served as a valuable platform for the exchange of experiences and joint reflection on future business trends and challenges.
The introductory lecture on the topic "The role of financial institutions in greening the economy" was held by Sandra Švaljek, PhD, Deputy Governor of the Croatian National Bank, while the panel discussion entitled "Is the economy in Croatia green enough and what can we do better?" brought together the following participants:
The participants emphasized the importance of the role of the financial sector in supporting green projects, the need for uniform sustainability reporting standards and the continuous dialogue of all stakeholders in creating a more resilient, greener and more competitive economy.
Science Meets Business is an event that, in cooperation with the Croatian Employers' Association (CEA), has been organized at the Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek since 2014.
The aim of these events is to connect theory and practice, encourage open dialogue and cooperation between the academic community, the business sector and decision-makers at the local, regional and national level. Through the exchange of knowledge, experiences and ideas, Science Meets Business contributes to the improvement of business practices, enrichment of the teaching process and, indirectly, strengthening the competitiveness of the Croatian economy. The event brings together eminent experts, entrepreneurs, scientists and students, creating a platform for networking, joint projects and professional development.
Venue: Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 7, Glagolitic Hall
Date: 26 November 2024
7th Science Meets Business entitled:
CAREER DEVELOPMENT THROUGH LIFELONG LEARNING
The aim of this event was to emphasize the importance of lifelong learning as a key success factor in the contemporary, rapidly changing society and business environment. Through an introductory presentation and two panels, participants had the opportunity to become aware of how the continuous adoption of new knowledge and skills contributes to professional development, strengthening competitiveness in the labour market and better adaptation to technological and social changes. The event also highlighted the broader value of lifelong learning in fostering critical thinking, creativity and personal growth, contributing not only to career success but also to the quality of private life. Ultimately, participants were encouraged to further invest in their own education as a foundation for long-term stability and development.
Introductory presentation: Employee Development as a Basis for Competitiveness: Lifelong Learning in Practice
The keynote speaker was Mr. Aleksandar Zemunić, Managing Partner at Selectio, who gave an overview of the key skills and knowledge that are in demand in the modern labour market through an introductory presentation.
The introductory presentation was followed by two panels:
Panel 1: The Importance of Lifelong Learning for Career Development
An interview with experts from the business and academic sectors about how lifelong learning can advance your career:
Panel 2: 20 Years of the PUMA Programme
Panel dedicated to marking the 20th anniversary of the PUMA (Manager Training Programme), where participants and lecturers shared their experiences on how this programme helped them develop careers and skills needed in the labour market.
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Venue: Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 7, Glagolitic Hall
Date: 21 November 2022
6th Science Meets Business entitled:
LABOUR MARKET AND POST-PANDEMIC RECOVERY: RESTRUCTURING, FLEXIBILITY, RESILIENCE?
The aim of the meeting was to stimulate discussion on the key problems of the Croatian labour market, the issue of structural unemployment and its long-term consequences, and measures that can result in an improvement in the labour market in the short and long term, from the position of supply, but also demand. In addition, answers were offered to questions related to the issue of causes and consequences of the omnipresent gap between the business and academic community and the key challenges of the career management system, and the views of experienced entrepreneurs and career counselors and young entrepreneurs on the state of the Croatian labour market and access to education were presented.
Introductory presentation: The Labour Market of the Republic of Croatia and Post-Pandemic Recovery
Panel 1: How to foster restructuring, flexibility and resilience?
Panel 2: Professional Practice – Effective Linking of Theory and Practice?
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Venue: Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 7, Glagolitic Hall
Date: 14 May 2019
5th Science Meets Business entitled:
LABOUR MARKET ISSUES
Objective of the 5th Meeting of Science and Economy was to encourage a constructive discussion on the key challenges and opportunities of the Croatian labour market. Through the panel discussion, participants dealt with the issue of structural unemployment and its long-term consequences, analyzed measures that can contribute to the improvement of the labour market from the perspective of supply and demand, and discussed the causes and consequences of the gap between the academic and business sectors. Special emphasis is placed on the challenges of the career management system, as well as on the different views – of experienced entrepreneurs, career counsellors and young entrepreneurs – on education and employment in Croatia. The event, ultimately, opened up space for reflection on possible directions of future action and cooperation between science and the economy.
Panel 1: The Labour Market of the Republic of Croatia – Status, Limitations and Perspectives:
Panel 2: Challenges of the career management system:
Panel 3: Career starts at the Faculty!
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Venue: Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 7, Glagolitic Hall
Date: 25 May 2018
4th Science Meets Business entitled:
(R)EVOLUTIONS OF EDUCATIONAL CONTENT AND CHALLENGES OF THE LABOUR MARKET
Invited lecture:
In addition to the new cycle of student internships that have been launched, this Meeting was an opportunity to remind what the challenges of the labour market of the Republic of Croatia are, but also the efforts to improve the situation, because only through the cooperation of science and the economy can the labour market of the Republic of Croatia be improved.
Venue: Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 7, Glagolitic Hall
Date: 8 December 2016
3rd Science Meets Business entitled:
CHALLENGES OF YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE LABOUR MARKET – A VISION OF SLAVONIA, BARANJA AND SRIJEM
This meeting was prompted by efforts to connect the academic and business community even more strongly so that, by discussing current economic issues, exchanging experiences and knowledge, we could build foundations that will, ultimately, contribute to the overall development of the Region. The topic of the panel "Challenges of young people in the labour market - a vision of Slavonia, Baranja and Srijem" singled out the key problems of the labour market and warned of the current gap between the expectations of young generations of students and the needs of employers. Ultimately, the goal of these meetings was to encourage reflections on possible directions of future activities of students, people who will be looking for their first job tomorrow, but also employers.
Invited lecture: Science and Economy – Limitations and Perspectives
Panel: Challenges of young people in the labour market – a vision of Slavonia, Baranja and Srijem
Presentation of the application for student internships at EFOS, developed in cooperation with Inchoo d.o.o. through student internships
Venue: Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 7, Glagolitic Hall
Date: 4 December 2015
2nd Science Meets Business entitled:
SCIENCE AND BUSINESS - THE PATH TO A SECURE FUTURE
The meeting was prompted by efforts to connect the academic and business communities even more strongly so that, by discussing current economic issues, exchanging experiences and knowledge, we could build foundations that will, ultimately, contribute to the overall development of the Region.
Panel: Challenges of the labour market of Slavonia and Baranja and the perspectives of "new" generations of students
The panel seeks to single out the key problems of the labour market and warn of the problems of differences in the expectations of young generations of students and the real needs of employers. One of the most pressing problems in the Republic of Croatia is youth unemployment, which is among the highest in the European Union (43.1%).
Synthesis of the meeting and announcement of the third generation of student internships
Presentation of a special recognition from the Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek to the employer of the 1st and 2nd generation of student internships due to extremely successful cooperation so far
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Venue: Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 7, Faculty Hall
Date: 3rd November 2014
1st Science Meets Business entitled:
SCIENCE AND BUSINESS – THE PATH TO A SECURE FUTURE
This meeting was prompted by efforts to connect the academic and business community even more strongly so that, by discussing current economic issues, exchanging experiences and knowledge, we could build foundations that will, ultimately, contribute to the overall development of the Region. The meeting was attended by numerous employers who are participants in the first joint project – voluntary student internships, students who attended student internships, as well as the organizers of the entire event. In the first part of the meeting, basic information and thoughts on the cooperation between these two institutions were presented, while the second part of the meeting, through two panel discussions, presented numerous thoughts on current economic issues and noticeable changes coming from the environment.
Panel 1: Science and Economy – Limitations and Perspectives
It included a discussion about the causes and consequences of the omnipresent large gap between the business and academic community, problems in the labour market and, ultimately, stimulated reflections on possible directions for future action.
Panel 2: How to survive and stay in Croatia? Review of employers and the academic community
The topic singled out the key problems in the domain of Doing Business in Croatia and the Slavonian region, to warn of the problems of inadequate (obviously) economic policy and similar problems of the business environment.
Synthesis of Meetings and Pilot Project of Student Professional Internships
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