Tetovo / Skopje, October 21, 2026 – The Rector of Mother Teresa University in Skopje, Full Prof. Bekim Fetaji, Ph.D., participated as a panelist at this year’s Career Forum, held today at the Mercure Hotel in Tetovo.
Under the main topic “Bridging Education and Employment,” the panel discussion brought together senior institutional representatives, heads of higher education institutions, and experts to discuss preparing students for the labor market and aligning study programs with the actual needs of the economic sector.
In addition to MTU Rector Full Prof. Bekim Fetaji, Ph.D., the panel discussion featured the Minister of Economy and Labor, Mr. Besar Durmishi; the Director of iNOVA, Ms. Daniela Dimovska; and the Rector of the University of Tetova, Full Prof. Kushtrim Ahmeti, Ph.D.
In his address, MTU Rector Full Prof. Bekim Fetaji, Ph.D., emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation between universities, state institutions, and the private sector, particularly through collaboration with the Economic Chamber of North-West Macedonia, with the aim of creating genuine employment opportunities and developing students’ practical skills.
In this context, Rector Full Prof. Bekim Fetaji, Ph.D., presented MTU’s digital initiatives and key mechanisms designed to support students’ career development. These include student internships and cooperation with the Economic Chamber of North-West Macedonia; a software portal connecting MTU with partner companies, a digital platform that brings together companies offering job vacancies and professional internship opportunities; MTU Alumni Network, which strengthens ties with MTU graduates and facilitates the exchange of experience and mentorship; and a career guidance software portal designed for current university students and secondary school pupils, helping them identify their interests and explore opportunities for further professional and academic development.
The event was organized with the support of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, ILPP, and Up & Up.