MetroResearch Center
What is the MetroResearch center?
“Metroresearch Center, established in 2015, aims to develop, implement and actively participate in scientific research projects, 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 Metropolitan University of 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. ”
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
Nikolla Civici-Board Member
Donika Plakolli-Board Member
Elvis Hazizi-Board Member
Besa Mançka- Projects Director
Pleurant Rexhepi- Director
Elona Cera- Coordinator
Ana Limani- Coordinator
Ana Preni- Intern
Aida Hamzaj- Mentor
Kasandra Karameta- Intern
Igli Hyka- Intern
Projects implemented by the Metroresearch Center
1. Virtual Ciceroni (2016-2017)
- Providing modern methods of service for arts and culture institutions, making these institutions more interesting and more visited by people, a project supported by Ministry of Culture in Albania.
- Expertise provided: – Design and implementation of the application for the information software system – TIK – Geo-localization logic – Google Maps configuration – API configuration – Evaluation survey and classification of more than 150 economic / business operators in Tirana – Designing a virtual map – Tourism Tirana – Training and capacity building
2. My Little Tirana (2018 and beyond) (www.mylittletirana.com)
My Little Tirana is your main destination for culinary tourism. A brand platform, the first in Albania, for the culinary evaluation of bars and restaurants. In it you will find an extensive database of restaurants in Tirana, divided according to your categories and preferences. For any restaurant, you will find a professional review not only for the food but for the tasting experience.