A memorandum was signed with the Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
In a fast-changing world, driving innovation, economic growth and social progress — and preparing specialists who meet the demands of the labour market by mastering practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge — has made University–Business Cooperation a necessity. Such cooperation brings together the unique strengths of both sides: universities contribute research, skilled graduates and theoretical expertise, while business contributes practical experience, real problems, financial support and employment opportunities. The aim is to build a bridge that closes the gap between universities and business by aligning education and research with economic and social needs.
A memorandum was signed between “BERC&Partners” and the Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC) under the University–Business Cooperation project. The memorandum sets out the joint activities of UNEC and “BERC&Partners”, together with an action plan covering the following areas in particular.
- Joint activities between “BERC&Partners” and UNEC to develop and support start-up building, and to coordinate incubation and acceleration work;
- Organising and delivering corporate and individual training and services jointly with the UNEC Lifelong Learning Centre;
- Carrying out joint research projects and organising conferences, training courses and seminars;
- Involving UNEC students in internship programmes at “BERC&Partners” and at its partner companies and projects;
- Inviting, by mutual agreement, the specialists and trainers of “BERC&Partners” to take part in the teaching activities of UNEC as guest lecturers;
- Holding “Career Days” at UNEC to inform students about the work of “BERC&Partners” and its current staffing needs.
The project is managed by the “University–Business Cooperation Centre” operating within “BERC&Partners” (UBƏM). UBƏM is a project management and research centre that builds links between academic institutions and the business sector, organises and manages the joint delivery of projects that identify or solve the real problems and needs of society and the economy, and develops funding models for those projects.