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MetroResearch Center

What is the MetroResearch center?

“Metroresearch Center, established in 2015, aims to develop, implement and actively participate , consulting and expertise in the field of public policy to promote economic and social development, as well as education at the national level.
It implements its mission through direct involvement with projects in the field of education, entrepreneurship and innovation, social management and leadership, information technology, sustainable development, culture, integration of young people in urban and community development, etc.
As an integral part of the University Metropolitan Tirana, the MetroResearch Center contributes to the increase of the professional and academic capacities of the university, as well as introduces applicable standards in the above mentioned fields.
The Metroresearch Center has established the first university business incubator: the Metropolitan Incubator. ”

Projects implemented by the MetroResearch Center

Metropolitan Incubator – The first “On Campus” incubator in the district of Albanian universities. Its mission is to support the successful development of businesses, influencing regional economic development.

Project development – Ideation and implementation of projects in the field of education, entrepreneurship, management, leadership, construction, information technology, sustainable development, etc.

Albanian Management Center – Offers 2-6 month courses in the field of management for professionals. Collaborates closely with the academic staff of the management profile of FE – UMT, as well as with international experts in the field.

Metropolitan Innovation Center – Founded by UMT as a product of the EU for Innovation project, serves as a center for technological support of new ideas of students, entrepreneurs or researchers.

Working group

“Prof. Dr. Nikola Civici completed his studies in Physics at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, and then specialized in Analytical Chemistry. In 1997 he received the degree "Doctor of Science", while in 2010 the title "Professor" from the University of Tirana. Prof. Dr. Civici has extensive work experience in various institutes, as head of the Gas Laboratory in the Scientific Sector of Oil Refining, Head of the Department of Instrumental Analytical Methods, Director of the Institute of Applied Nuclear Physics, etc. Also, Professor Civici has had a continuous commitment in the academic world, at the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Natural Sciences at the University of Tirana. Has completed a series of trainings abroad in the field of nuclear physics, X-ray fluorescence and XRF portable systems in Austria, Belgium, England, Germany, Italy, Greece, etc. He is the author of 56 scientific articles, 60 publications, proceedings and about 40 references and postings in various scientific conferences. He was a member of the IFB Scientific Council, the contact point of the International Atomic Energy Agency for Albania and a member of the Metrology Commission. Email: ncivici@umt.edu.al"

Nikolla Civici-Board Member

Donika Plakolli-Board Member

Elvis Hazizi is a board member at Metroresearch, and at the same time Director of Finance and Support Services at UMT. A graduate of the Faculty of Finance, she has more than 10 years of experience in financial institutions in leading positions.

Elvis Hazizi-Board Member

"Besa Mançka is the Director of the Rectorate Cabinet at Metropolitan Tirana University, as well as the director of Research Projects at the Metroresearch Center. She has 10 years of experience in higher education institutions in the positions of administrator, researcher in the field of Higher Education Management, etc. Besa completed her higher studies at the Faculty of Law and graduated with a Master of Science. Has been part of the implementation of successful projects such as: Metropolitan Incubator, INED, Ciceroni Virtual Guide. Email: bmancka@umt.edu.al ”

Besa Mançka- Projects Director

Pleurat Rexhepi is the director of the Metropolitan Incubator, Metropolitan University of Tirana, which helps and assists various startups in Albania. He is educated in the UK and holds a PhD from Kings College London for Corporate Strategy and an MSc from Cass Business School for Management and Auditing. He has worked as a full-time lecturer on Innovation and Corporate Governance and also has experience in private businesses and public institutions. Email: prexhepi@umt.edu.al”

Pleurant Rexhepi- Director

"Elona Cera is the coordinator of the Metropolitan Incubator and at the same time a lecturer. Her career over the years has focused on pedagogy, consulting and coordination. She has been a lecturer for 4 years, currently at the Metropolitan University of Tirana. He is currently pursuing his doctoral studies at Thomas Bata University in Zlin. Email: ecera@umt.edu.al"

Elona Cera- Coordinator

"Ana Limani is the coordinator of the Metropolitan Incubator. He recently graduated in "Software Engineering" and has 2 years of experience in managing startup mentoring programs. Ana successfully completed the Academy for Innovation Ecosystems and Entrepreneurship at Lund University. Email: alimani@umt.edu.al”

Ana Limani- Coordinator

Ana has an excellent academic performance in Business Informatics at Metropolitan Tirana University.

Ana Preni- Intern

Aida is a mentor at the Metropolitan Incubator and a lecturer in Contract Management, Corporate Governance, etc. Her expertise is focused on issues of international business, development, strategic management, SME financing, etc.

Aida Hamzaj- Mentor

Kasandra Karameta is one of the UMT students, part of the incubator team as an intern. For 7 years she volunteered with an organization to help communities in need. She has participated in trainings related to social impact, and has been part of the two-year module related to active citizenship and leadership.

Kasandra Karameta- Intern

Igli Hyka graduated from UMT in the Business Administration study program. He has finished with excellent results, as well as being awarded the Prize for Excellence in Education. Igli has been a member of the business incubator for 3 months, an experience which is highlighting his knowledge in this field.

Igli Hyka- Intern