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To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/tel:038224322 e.mail: [email protected] WELCOME

We believe there is no better stepping-stone to a brighter, enterprising and fulfilling future in business than by completing your degree with us.

Whether your interests lie in the dynamic field of business enterprise, youre fascinated by the intricacies of managing and developing people, youd like to better understand business finance, or you want to explore the world of marketing, youll find that our undergraduate courses span every facet of modern business. Whatever the case, weve an industry-leading course for you.

Our close links with business and the professions ensure that our staff are up-to-date with the latest developments, that our courses are relevant and that we focus on what youll need to achieve your goals.Youll also find that we bring a truly professional ethos to learning and let you practice what we teach all to help you develop the skills that employers are looking for. Our considerable employer relationships provide exciting work internships that can lead to excellent employment opportunities.

Over the following pages, you can read more about the Department of Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College in Prishtina. If you would like to know more about our facilities and courses, please visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/

Diana LekajHead of the Department for Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College

TO THEWELCOME

DEPARTMENT FOR STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES AT

RIINVEST COLLEGE IN PRISHTINA

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The skills gainedon a Staffordshire University degree allow you to buildindustry awareness andstart contributing to yourchosen employer quicklyand effectively upongraduation.

Paul Williams,Head of School,Staffordshire University, UK

CONTENTS:Introduction 2

Key Facts 4

School Overview 6

The Student View 8

Open Days 10

Courses: At a Glance 11

Our Courses 12

Extra Curriculum Activites 18

International Coopeartion 19

Funding your Study 20

How to Apply 22

4To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/tel:038224322 e.mail: [email protected] FACTS

KEY FACTSHere are just a few key reasons why we believe you should study with the Department for Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College.To really find out if were right for you, please come along to one of our Open Days on the following days: Mondays at 12:00, Wednesdays at 14:00 and Fridays at 16:30. Wed love to meet you.

Everything we teach relates notonly to UK business, but also tothe global and local business environment.Its why our courses will equipyou for a career in almost anycountry you choose.

GLOBALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS

Our lecturers are highlyexperienced business professionals. Many of them hold extremely important positions in both private and public sector whether as decision makers, researchers or business consultants.

LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Study with us and well equip you to become The Staffordshire Graduate a world-ready professional, with the knowledge, attributes and expertise that employers look for.

WORK-READYWORLD READY

The Staffordshire Graduate represents a set of qualities that Staffordshire University passionately believes is necessary for success in the 21st century.

The Staffordshire Graduate is a reflective and critical learner with a global perspective, prepared to contribute in the world of work.

THE STAFFORDSHIRE GRADUATE

We dare to challenge. We think differently. And our commitment to delivering truly inspirational courses will mean you will too.

STUDY WITH US


Our quality assurance internal review revealed high satisfaction of students with teaching and support from tutors.

ENTHUSIASTIC TUTORS

Real work experience canset you apart when it comes to applying for jobs. With close ties with employers, our dedicated career team can help you find your ideal work experience if you choose to participate in an intership programme.

WORLD OFWORKEXPERIENCE

You will learn how to develop new ideas and business opportunities. We could even help with mentoring, if you decide to take the exciting step of launching your own company.

BE YOUROWN BOSS

We say open doors and we mean it, doors to experiences and op-portunities. Thanks to its central location, Department of Stafford-shire University Programmes at Riinvest College is a good base from which to explore Kosovo.

Dont follow the crowd; follow your curiosity with your undergraduate degree. Study with us and you will gain more than an academic qualification. Youll have the opportunity to gain practical skills, benefit from the Riinvest Colleges facilities and teaching, as well as having the chance to explore the rest of Kosovo.

UNDERGRADUATE

STUDY

LIFE AT OUR COLLEGE

To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/tel:038224322 e.mail: [email protected] WORLD REPUTATION6

The world of work is wide open for ambitious businessmen and women with a clear understanding of the importance of enterprise and with proven entrepreneurial skills.

Business, commerce and industry growth are all key to eco-nomic success and you could play an important role. Through our various courses, you could become well versedin areas ranging from business management and enterprise marketing, human resources management.

CREATING THE ENTERPRISING GRADUATESTHAT INDUSTRY NEEDS

The Department for Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College has built its reputation by constantly adapting to the fast-paced business environment. Thinking ahead is just as vital for us as it is for the most successful of businesses and it shows! Through market research, we ensure that our courses and programmes are designed to meet employer needs.

COURSES DESIGNED FOR YOUR FUTURE

Study with us and you will quickly realise that careerenhancement is at the heart of everything we do. In fact, we are renowned for producing graduates with the knowledge, skills, attributes and vision to succeed in whichever field of business or commerce they choose to go into.

A PROGRAMME WITH

A REAL-WORLD REPUTATION

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INVESTING IN YOU

We understand that deciding which programme to study or choosing which college to attend is a big investment in your future and we are committed to meeting your expec-tations. We listen to the opinions of our students and we provide a first-rate learning experience. Choose Staf-fordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College for your degree and we will work with you from the moment you arrive to ensure that when you graduate you are both world and work-ready.

PROVIDING REAL BUSINESS EXPERIENCE

Well known for our extensive business connections, webelieve passionately in introducing our students to topindustry professionals. This adds a valuable insight to the corporate world that couldnt be gained through lectures alone.While to keep those lectures fascinating and relevant, our tutors are highly experienced business people. Dedicated and approachable, many of them guide and advise businesses of all kinds. But most important of all, they know how to help you gain valuable business skills.

Wherever possible, well also encourage you to take internship opportunities during your final years of study after all, an internship experience can go a longway towards improving your employment prospects ongraduation!

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Im very happy for the given opportunity to study in a College which is committed to provide students with every opportunity to achieve their full potential professionally, intellectually and socially.

Success Story - Ariana Selmani

Ariana Selmani was born in 1975 in Mitrovica where she completed her compulsory education. Ariana enrolled at Prishtina University in 1993-94 to study in the Faculty of Economics but due to circumstances within the national education sector in Kosovo during the 1990s she took a break from studying. During this time she gained experience in the business sector, at first by working with her father in a family business until 1999.

Post-war, Ariana started her own business venture with her husband setting up Insu-trade LLC. Ariana held the position of Sales Manager, also taking responsibility for administration and accounting. Years later, after developing as a business person, she enrolled on a higher educa-tion course offered in partnership with Staffordshire University at Riin-vest College, BA(Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship.Ariana says Im very happy that I was given the opportunity to study at Riinvest on a Staffordshire University award where the college and university are committed to provide students with every opportunity to achieve their full potential professionally, intellectually and social-ly. Staffordshire University offers a different system of studying, with a truly unique experience, whilst combining lectures with case studies allowing students to understand a module in a practical way. A special motivation for me was that I was able to remain studying in Kosovo, close to my family, but to be offered the chance to achieve a recognised British qualification.

As a wife and mother of three children Ariana was able to run her busi-ness requiring 24/7 commitment, but found time to participate in the regular lectures. To tell you frankly, I didnt know what to expect at

To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/tel:038224322 e.mail: [email protected]

the beginning of this journey. It was full of sacrifices, family duties and professional commitments but I was aiming to enrich my knowl-edge, and I see the value of this every single day states Ariana.Nevertheless, by the end of her studies in 2014, she was awarded the title of Best student of the generation 2013/14 and Ariana reports that she felt honoured that the academic staff felt she deserved this award to recognise her success. Ariana says I would like to take this opportunity to thank the elite academic staff, and express my gratitude for their commitment, contributions and care-ful work done during my three years.

Today, Ariana stands proudly and thanks everyone who helped and supported her throughout this journey. Without support I would not be the person I am today, but love, kindness and the encour-agement of my family are the reasons that keep me strong, fill me with confidence and make me go further. Currently she is follow-ing her Masters studies in Netherlands confirming without a doubt that her BA(Hons) degree from Staffordshire University equipped her with a firm foundation to progress her studies at a higher inter-national level.

Arianas motto is: Yesterday I was clever so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise so I am changing myself

Without support I would not be the person I am today, but love, kindness and encouragement of the family are the reason that make me stay strong, fill me with confidence and make me go further

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FOR YOURSELFCOM

E&SEE USThe only way to find out if studying a Staf-fordshire University degree at Riinvest College really is the place for you, is to come and see us in person. Why not bring your family and friends too youll all be made to feel very welcome.

SO BOOK A PLACE ON ONE OF OUR OPEN DAYS

Mondays from 12:00

Wednesdays from 14:00

Fridays from 16:30

Weve packed lots of information and activities into ourOpen Days so that youll get a real feel for what lifehere is like.

As well as a tour of the building, you can check out theStudents Union, library and IT suites and take a look at our lecture room facilities.

Youll get the chance to meet expert lecturers, attend lectures, chat to current students and attend a presentation relevant to your chosen subject area. Its also an opportunity to gather lots of practical hints and tips. Therell be advice on the ways to fund your study, plus useful advice on how to write a strong personal statement.

Youll go away with a much better idea of everything the Department for Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College has to offer. And, most importantly, youll be fully equipped to make one of the most important decisions of your life.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE BA(Hons) Riinvest College 3900

BUSINESS AND MARKETING MANAGEMENT BA(Hons) Riinvest College 3900

BUSINESS AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT BA(Hons) Riinvest College 3900

MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( GENERAL) Riinvest College 5500

MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( FINANCE) Riinvest College 5500

COURSE LIST Heres a list of our current undergraduate courses. Specific course infor-mation is available online or you can request information to be sent to you by e-mailing us at : [email protected] or by calling us at 038 224 322.2016 Course Title Location Fee (Per year)

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Key Facts

OUR COURSES

School:Department for Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College

Location:Prishtina

Duration:3 years full-timeFee:3900

Entry Requirements:Kosovo Matura Exam or the international equivalentHigh School CertificateTOEFL test or IELTS

Whether you want to start your own business, work in a small company or within a larger organisation, the skills and abilities developed on this course will provide the springboard for a successful career.

Developing new ideas and managing change are vital skills at the heart of this award. Entrepreneurship is becoming increasingly im-portant as many large companies reorganise into smaller strategic units and confront the challenges of the rapidly changing business environment. Whether you ultimately decide to work in a large enterprise or a smaller organisation, this course will show you how to generate new business ideas and turn them into reality.

After studying a range of business modules in the first year, you will look at the issues faced by the modern business enterprise. Core modules focus on achieving this through marketing new products, devising business plans and developing the skills an entrepre-neurial manager needs. Specific modules such as The Enterprising Graduate will give you the opportunity to develop a business idea and put it into practice.

Graduate destinationsIn addition to offering a route into a wide range of career options in general business and management, the enterprise focus of this course equips graduates for enterprising ca-reers in self-employment; business innovation, start-up and ownership; or as enterprising employees in established businesses.

Year 1 (Core) Resourcing the Organisation Employability, IT and Reasoning Techniques (Enhancing your Career and Personal

Success) Analysing Business and Environmental

Information Entrepreneurial Marketing

Year 2 (Core) Global Marketing in Action Employability and Project Management

Techniques (Enterprise, Entrepreneurialism and Citizenship)

Designing and Managing Effective Organi-sations

Enterprising Graduate 1; Management, the Entrepreneur and the Small Business Environment

Year 3 (Core) Applied Business Research Global Business Directions Strategic Management, Leadership and

Decision Making Enterprising Graduate 2; Professional

Choices from the following possible options: Sustainable Business; Work Experience.

This course will prepare you for a wide range of careers in marketing and business. Its ideal if youre interested in marketing but want to retain a general management focus.

BA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE

At glance Course Outline


Key Facts


Location:Prishtina



This award offers a wide range of potential career options in marketing and business.Two teaching blocks are studied each year from October to January and from February to May.

The modules that you will study over the first year will provide you with a broad under-standing of how an organisation manages its resources and also introduce you to entrepre-neurial marketing. In the second year you will gain a more in depth knowledge, covering the operational aspects of business management but including marketing specialist topics like global marketing, the impact of new media and services marketing. In the final year the focus moves to strategic issues emphasising topics relating to the strategic management of organisations including applied research as the foundation of informed strategic decision making and marketing specialist areas like new media marketing or branding.

Throughout the course you will be encouraged to enhance your business and academic skills through the integration of IT skills for work and study, research skills, presentation skills and project management. In addition there will be a strong focus on enterprise and employability.Graduate destinations

Our Business and Marketing Management degree will prepare you for a wide range of marketing and sales related roles. The job mar-ket in this field is buoyant - both nationally and internationally. Pathways for graduates from this course have included market research de-sign, advertising or marketing communications, general marketing management and brand/product management

Year 1 (Core)These modules are currently subject to validation. Resourcing the Organisation Employability, IT and Reasoning Techniques Analysing Business and \ Environmental


Year 2 (Options) Global Marketing in Action Employability and Project Management

Techniques (Enterprise, Entrepreneurialism and Citizenship)

Designing and Managing Effective Organisations Professional Choice New Media Marketing Professional Choice Services and Relationship

Marketing or Work Experience

Year 3 (Core) Managing Employees through Performance and Reward Managing and Coordinating the HR Function Strategic Management in Organisations

Year 3 (Options) Applied Business Research Professional Choice Marketing Metrics OR

New Media Marketing Professional Choice Services and Rela-

tionship Marketing or Brand Identities and Communities or Work Experience

Global Business Directions (CMI), GBD Conference, CMI OR Global Business Directions (International), GBD Conference, International Business

Strategic Management in Organisations

This course will prepare you for a wide range of careers in marketing and business. Its ideal if youre interested in marketing but want to retain a general management focus.

At glance

BA (HONS) BUSINESS AND MARKETING MANAGEMENT

Course Outline

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Key Facts

OUR COURSES

Human Resource Management concerns getting the best out of people within the context of dynamic organisational situations. The world we live in is rapidly changing and to cope with such dynamism the award has been designed to reflect theoretical and contemporary issues in human resource and organisational development. At its core is the notion of business being about transformation transformation of individuals and their lives, transformation of organisations and, most importantly, the role that you will have as a business transformer in the future.From experience, in business we know that employers indicate specific skills (attributes) they feel graduates should demonstrate such as being good communicators, good team workers, good problem solvers, critical thinkers, having good interpersonal skills, able to think and act independently, etc. You can develop these attributes as a distinctive part of your learning journey. Within this context the award has at its central focus the trend towards a global village. This trend is generating a demand for people who have an understanding of improving business perfor-mance through human capital and an ability to implement change in diverse cultures and situations to contribute to organisational suc-cess in a global environment.You will learn about all key aspects of business but will develop expertise in human resource management. Key strands include, project management, managing human capital and strategic management of human resources. Our graduates can progress into careers in hu-man resource or general management in both private and public sector organisations.Key to this is involvement with practice and research and academic staff that have a wide range of both practice and research experi-ence and have worked or consulted in HRM within major organisations. We have links with many major organisations and you have the opportunity for internship in many well-known local corporations.

Graduate destinationsGraduates from our Business and Human Resource Management degree work in the public and private sectors as well as out of the country. They work in generalist management roles as well as specialist HRM roles - in hu-man resources, equality and diversity, recruit-ment consultancy, occupational psychology or counselling. Some graduates work in service or manufacturing industries, trade union or health authority roles as well as in national or international companies

Year 1 (Core) Resourcing the Organisation Employability, IT and Reasoning Techniques Analysing Business and \ Environmental


Year 2 (Core) Global Marketing in Action Employability and Project Management

Techniques Designing and Managing Effective Organisations The Impact of HR

Year 3 (Core) Managing Employees through Performance and Reward Managing and Coordinating the HR Function Strategic Management in Organisations

Year 3 (Options) Global Business Directions Strategic Organisations (Risk Management

and Decision Making)

BA (HONS) BUSINESS AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT



Location:Prishtina



Affiliation: Provides an Intermediate Diploma in HRM, awarded by Staffordshire University

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Key Facts


Location:Prishtina

Duration:2 years part-time

Fee:5500 per year

Entry Requirements:A Bachelors DegreeProvide evidence of satisfactory English language skills for candidates where English is not their first language, such as:IELTS overall score of 6.0 or above (which should include a minimum score of 5.5 for the speaking, writing and listening modules);TOEFL overall score of 87 or above; or Pearsons overall score of 51 or above.

Work Experience is Desired

The overall aim of the MBA is to provide you with a thorough grounding in the principles of both leadership and management, and in the main functional areas of business.

The MBA award has therefore been designed to encompass three key themes: The performing organisation Contemporary and global strategic challenges Research in action

Thus in the first teaching block you will study aspects of Human Resources, Marketing Management , Risk and Financial Analysis and Business Management Research. These core modules are then followed by the application of Global Strategic Management principles and Change Leadership in the second block. There is also the opportunity to choose one module of your choice such as Project Management, Creativity to Innovation, International Finance, and International Supply Chain Management. In the final block, you will be able to develop and investigate a special area of knowledge within a field of your choice for the Masters Dissertation.

Your professional development is supported by the breadth of experience reflected within the cohort of your fellow students to support and encourage personal growth and capability by widening your professional horizons. This is achieved through interactive class discussions, group work and also attending a residential event.

In the first teaching block you will study modules in:

The Human Capital Dimension Marketing Innovations Risk and Financial Analysis Business Management Research

This globally recognised MBA award annually attracts a range of graduate calibre applicants from a variety of commercial, industrial and public sector organisations. Two features distinguish our awards from those of other universities: these are our vocational relevance and internationalism.

MBA MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( GENERAL OR FINANCE)



Key Facts


Location:Prishtina

Duration:2 years part-time

Fee:5500 per year

Entry Requirements:A Bachelors DegreeProvide evidence of satisfactory English language skills for candidates where English is not their first language, such as:IELTS overall score of 6.0 or above (which should include a minimum score of 5.5 for the speaking, writing and listening modules);TOEFL overall score of 87 or above; or Pearsons overall score of 51 or above.

Work Experience is Desired

In the second teaching block you will study: Change Leadership Global Strategic Management An option module.Additionally, business skills of leadership, communication, teamwork and decision-making are the key focus of the one-week residential (International study trip).

Globally recognised MBA award Vocationally relevant and career enhancing Challenging and stimulating intensive

course in management, with an international perspective

Share and reflect upon your experiences alongside those of others in your during the lectures

Integrating the main functional areas through the application of global strategic management

Business skills of leadership, communication, teamwork and decision-making

One-week residential (International study trip) Assessments that clearly reflect business

contexts

Where Next for Graduates with an MBA General?As the MBA provides exposure to the diverse ideas necessary for success in any public or business organisation, successful students have gone on to enjoy dynamic and rewarding careers in many industries and countries. Some have followed a new career direction whilst others have used their MBA to gain a competitive advantage in their current field and a few have set up their own businesses.

Where Next for Students Graduating with an MBA Finance?After completing this award, students work in positions in many aspects of the financial world. Positions include financial analyst, financial consultant in organisations such as international financial institutions, stock markets, foreign exchange markets, consultancy companies. Professional qualifications to follow this award include Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants (ACCA).

You will experience a challenging and stimulating intensive course in management, with an international perspective, to enhance your personal and career development.

MBA MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( GENERAL OR FINANCE)

Course Outline Key Features


INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS


Staffordshire University has an excellent reputation for long established educational partnerships with international universities, colleges and other organisations. These partnerships are crucial to the future success of Staffordshire University graduates. They provide the opportunity for students in many countries in the world to study for Staffordshire University awards in their home country. We currently have a variety of collaborative arrangements which enable students to study outside of Kosova.Students enrolled on Staffordshire University programmes at Riinvest College can take a semester at Staffordshire University campuses in the UK or in similar programmes at any Staffordshire University partner in the world provided that they cover their expenses of travel and stay. Award leaders in each institution make sure that you are enrolled in the appropriate level and course.

WHERE CAN I GO?Students wishing to participate in Student mobility can only attend institutions if we have a current bi-lateral agreement with the institution and the relevant faculty. Contact the International Office to find out which countries/institutions we currently have agreements with. UK, Turkey, Albania, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Greece.

STUDENT MOBILITY PROGRAMMESStudents enrolled on Staffordshire University programmes at Riinvest College can take part in Study Mobility. You can apply in exchange programmes covered by ERASMUS +, ERASMUS MUNDUS or Bilateral Cooperation Agreements which are published in the webpage.

INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS18

SUNBEAM is an Erasmus Mundus Action 2 Strand 1 project with the aim to interlink European and Western Balkans universities; it fits into the European policies on higher education by sharing the main objectives of such policies, like promotion of European higher education, improvement and enhancement of the career prospects of students, promotion of the intercultural understanding through cooperation with third-countries and sustainable development of third-countries in the field of higher education.The project offers fully funded scholarships:For students, researchers, academic and administrative staff from the Western Balkans to visit one of the EU partner universities.For students, researchers, academic and administrative staff from the EU partner universities to visit one of the partner universities in the Western Balkans.http://www.sunbeam.univpm.it/EN/home



EU PARTNER UNIVERSITIES

CROATIA - UNIVERSITY OF SPLIT

CROATIA - UNIVERSITY OF ZADAR

GREECE - UNIVERSITY OF IOANNINA

ITALY - ALMA MATER STUDIORUM UNIVERSIT DI BOLOGNA

ITALY - UNIVERSIT C FOSCARI VENEZIA

ITALY - UNIVERSIT DEGLI STUDI DI URBINO CARLO BO

ITALY - UNIVERSIT POLITECNICA DELLE MARCHE

SLOVENIA - UNIVERSITY OF LJUBLJANA

SLOVENIA - UNIVERSITY OF PRIMORSKA

NON EU PARTNER UNIVERSITIES

ALBANIA - AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY OF TIRANA

ALBANIA - ALEKSANDER XHUVANI UNIVERSITY OF ELBASAN

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - DZEMAL BIJEDIC UNIVERSITY OF MOSTAR

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - UNIVERSITY OF BANJA LUKA

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - UNIVERSITY OF SARAJEVO

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - UNIVERSITY OF TUZLA

KOSOVO - RIINVEST COLLEGE

MONTENEGRO - UNIVERSITY MEDITERRANEAN PODGORICA

MONTENEGRO - UNIVERSITY OF MONTENEGRO

SERBIA - UNIVERSITY OF ARTS IN BELGRADE

SERBIA - UNIVERSITY OF NOVI SAD

20 INFORMATION ABOUT KOSOVO

INFORMATION ABOUT KOSOVO

POPULATION: KOSOVO 2,180,686 (2010 ESTIMATE)

PRISHTINA: 197,000 (2009 ESTIMATE)

ETHNIC GROUPS: ALBANIAN 92%, SERB 5,3%, OTHER 2,7%.

LOCATION:

Entirely surrounded by high mountains its terrain is varied, ranging from high plains some 500 metres above sea level to hills and mountains. The country is 10,908 km2 , while Pristina covers 572 km2 and can be found between 535 and 580 metres above sea level.Kosovo is bordered by four countries, namely Montenegro (border length 78.6km) to the northwest, Serbia (border 351.6km) to the north and northeast, Macedonia (border 158.7km) to the south and Albania (border 111.8km) to the west and southwest. The convenient road infrastructure makes this region ideal for visiting the neighboring touristic resources at Adriatic Sea (3 hour drive by car), and Lake Ohrid in Macedonia (also only 3 hour drive by car).

KOSOVO IS LOCATED IN SOUTHEASTERN EUROPE IN THE CENTRAL BALKAN PENINSULA.

Kosovo MuseumPhoto: Nick Doyle

To Adriatic Sea - 3 h 15 min To Ohrid Lake - 3 h 37 min


Riinvest is located in the centre of Prishtina in the vicinity of Old City Centre. From Riinvest College you can reach in walking distance of 10 to 15 minutes the new buildings of Parlaiment, Kosovo Government, EU, Main Banks and the main Prishtina street. In the same area you meet with the old bazar, arshia Mosque (Xhamia e arshis) , Clock Tower (Sahat Kulla) , Fatih Mosque (Xhamia e Mbretit) , Great Hamam (Hamami i Madh),Jashar Pasha Mosque, Kocadishi House (Kosovo Institute for the Protection of Monuments) , Pirinaz Mosque (Xhamia e Pirinazit) , Shadrvani Fountain, Independence Museum (Kosovo Independence) and Kosovo Museum, and Ethnographic Museum.

The Prishtina in your pocket Guide qualified Prishtina as a city with unexpected night life and Bradt Kosovo guide describes Kosovo as an enjoying tourist renaissance that offers delight for every type of traveler. Students studying in Prishtina will enjoy the lively Caf culture, night life, and rich cultural heritage sites.

Pristinas has very good connections with other cities within Kosovo and with bordering countries. The bus station serves all Kosovo and international destinations. Buses in Kosovo run frequently, are reasonably fast, clean and good value. You can visit all places in Kosova such as

Peja , Gjakova ,Prizren ,Mitrovica,Gjilan, Gracanica, Ferizaj. From Prishtina you can also visit some of the remarkable places such as Rugova Gorge, Shar Mountains, Cursed Mauntains, Mirusha Waterfalls and many more.

There are also good connections with reasonable prices to Albania, Montengro, Macedonia and Serbia. In short being in Prishtina is actually a four hour drive to other destinations such as Durres, Ulcinj.


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FUNDING YOUR STUDY

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FUNDING YOUR STUDY

With a low cost of living and a very competitive fees structure it pays to study at the Department for Staffordshire University Programmes in Prishtina.

The most common way to fund your undergraduate study is with a student loan. This is a loan from the banks that covers your tuition fees. It means you dont have to pay anything to the College up front. And in fact, you dont have to pay anything back until youve graduated. We have such agreements with two well-known banks such as: Raiffeisen Bank and NLB Bank.

Various scholarships are also available for early applicants and for students with an outstanding performance.

Prishtina

Prishtina

To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/tel:038224322 e.mail: [email protected] TO APPLY

Full-time undergraduates or part-time graduates should apply online at http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/ or through Riinvest Colleges Admissions Service or by visiting our offices.

When applying online, you must select the programme you are applying for. A confirmation e-mail providing all the necessary data will be sent to you shortly after your application is completed confirming your application review. You will then be asked to provide the necessary documentation to fulfill admission to the Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest college.

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WHEN TO APPLYThe closing date for all undergraduate applications is 30 August. If you miss this deadline dont panic, call us on 038 224 322. The closing date for all graduate applications is 30 November.

DEFERRED ENTRYIf you wish to defer entry to your chosen course for one year well still welcome your application.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?After weve considered your application, we will notify you of our decision. If youre successful, well also invite you to visit us. In some cases, you may be invited to attend an interview before we decide whether to offer you a place.

AFTER RECEIVING YOUR RESULTSHowever confident you are about achieving the results you need, things dont always go to plan. Prepare for all eventu-alities. If you dont meet the precise conditions of the offer we made you, dont worry. It may still be possible for us to offer you a place on your chosen course. Contact us for advice as soon as you can.

ENROLMENT/ADMISSION

Enrolment for full-time and part-time courses usually takes place in September and November, with teaching starting soon after. As some courses do vary, please check out the enrolment times for your particular course. Dont worry, when you apply you will be given all the details so you will know where to go, at what time and on what day.

ContactDepartment for Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest Collegee-mail: [email protected] t: 038 224 322Str. Lidhja e Prizrenit No.4210000, PrishtinaRepublic of Kosova

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STEP 1: ACCEPT YOUR OFFER

Refer to your offer letter to see if you are accepted or conditionally accepted.The conditions will vary from case to case but typically a student will be made a conditional offer where he/she has not fulfilled all entry requirements for their chosen programme. The conditions will be set out clearly in the offer letter. By accepting your offer, you will be asked to sign a contract and determine your tuition payment instalments.

Please e-mail [email protected] for further information.

STEP 2: OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT

This is valid for international students applying directly to Staffordshire University programmes at Riinvest College and not through Scholarship Schemes. There are many banks located near Riinvest.

Banka Ekonomike

NLB Prishtina

ProCredit Bank,

Raiffeisen Bank,

TEB Bank,

BKT etc.

You will need the following documentation to open a bank account:

ID SU student identity card

STEP 3: PAY YOUR DEPOSIT/TUITION FEE

Refer to your offer letter for your tuition fee and information on any deposit required as the rules and procedures regarding payment of fees and/or deposits can vary depending on the programme you have been accepted to.

If you are required to pay a deposit, deposit payment will be deducted from your annual tuition fee.

All annual tuition fees or instalments, unless otherwise stated in your contract, must be paid in full before you can register as a student at SU.

Students who need to transfer funds from overseas should do so by wire transfer, as it is the quickest and most cost effective way to do so. Contact finance office for further details.

STEP 4: ATTEND ORIENTATION

Check your email for dates, times and venues for orientation and schedule. We organize a comprehensive orientation programme for all new students at Riinvest College.

The programme starts with Campus Tour, Library Tours including support for students with disabilities, library, computer services and financial matters.

To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/

STEP 5: STUDENT REGISTRATION

Students registering should submit a photo in jpeg format with application.


A student name should be quoted when emailing a photo. Students can also submit a photo to the

Administration Services on the ground floor of the SU . All students must also submit a passport-type photograph to be attached to their contract.

STEP 6: PURCHASE HEALTH INSURANCE

(FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

Health Insurance Companies in Kosovo are:

Sigkos - - www.sigkos.com

Sigal - www.sigal-ks.com

STEP 7: IMMIGRATION INFORMATION (FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

With the exception of citizens of Republic of Albania, Macedonia and Serbia all students wishing to study in SU awards in Kosovo must possess an invitation by someone who lives in Kosovo if they want to come and complete registration procedures alone or a letter from the University if they wish to be assisted with immigration procedures:

Necessary documents for foreign students are:

Valid Passport

Copy of the passport of the person who makes the invitation

Warranty sheet, certified by municipality court.

Information for foreigner that wants to come for a visit

Certificate about dwelling/emplacement in Kosovo (from the local community) or evidence of hotel accommodation.

Health insurance certificate

Certificate that the person isnt under investigation at the country of the origin

Evidence for financial sufficient means for living.

Visa Fee for the Ministry of Internal Affairs

It is important to notice that if you plan to come to Kosovo and arrange documents from here, you need to have an invitation from someone else and apply as a visitor. Depending on visa longevity, you may stay in the country up to 90 days but you will then be required to apply for a student visa.

Upon arrival in Kosovo, students must apply for the student residence with the Ministry of Internal Affairs at the following address:

Street: Luan Haradinaj n.n.

10000 Prishtina, Republic of Kosovo

For more detailed information about the emigration procedures you may visit this website:

http://www.mpb-ks.org/?page=1,112

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ACADEMIC STAFF

Muhamet Mustafa PhD ProfessorAlban Zogaj PhD LecturerAlban Hashani PhD Candidate LecturerAlex Butler MBA LecturerArtane Rizvanolli PhD LecturerBardha Qirezi PhD Candidate Lecturer Diana Lekaj MSc. LecturerRinor Qehaja PhD Candidate LecturerDiellza Gashi PhD Candidate LecturerBujar Pira PhD ProfessorImer Berisha MSc LecturerMiranda Haxhiu MSc LecturerBesian Mustafa MBA LecturerGentian Salihu MA Lecturer Edona Kurtolli DBA Candidate LecturerLumir Abdixhiku PhD LecturerHajdin Berisha MBA LecturerFisnik Reqica PhD Candidate Lecturer Fisnik Bajrami MSc AssistantDriton Sahiti PhD Candidate LecturerValon Murtezaj PhD Professor

INTERNATIONAL PROFESSORS

Iraj Hashi PhD ProfessorPaul Sudnik DBA ProfessorSabrina Thornton PhD ProfessorPetra Polsjak PhD Thesis SupervisorJoseph McGrath DBA ProfessorJohn Wyld MSc. LecturerRon Ashkin MSc. LecturerJohn McManus PhD ProfessorAhmad Mlouk PhD ProfessorFatimah Moran PhD Professor

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For more detailed information on courses or studying at Department for Staffordshire University at Riinvest College, visit:

Department for Staffordshire University Programmes - Riinvest CollegeLidhja e Prizrenit, no. 42. 10000 Prishtina, Kosovo.www.riinvest.net / [email protected] 224 322

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