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IETT Participates in the International Conference of the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN)

“The Post-Pandemic Recovery of European Tourism through Culture, Heritage, and Creativity” was the theme of the international conference held online on October 22, 2020, organized by the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN), in which the Institute of Education, Heritage, and Tourism (IETT) also took part as a member of this network. Chaired by Mr. Manos Vougioukas, Secretary-General of ECTN, the conference featured presentations during various sessions by Ms. Anne Grady, representative of the European Commission DG EAC, Ms. Sneška Quaedvlieg-Mihailović, representative...

Meeting of the IETT Board of Directors

Tirana, 16.07.2020 IETT held its latest Board of Directors meeting at its premises to analyze the activities of the first half of 2020, during which the Institute’s work focused primarily on activities related to its three key sectors. Present at the meeting were the founder of IETT and Chairman of the Board, Prof. Xhevair Lleshi; the Director of IETT, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ramiz Zekaj; board members Ambassador Kujtim Morina, Prof. Dr. Valter Shtylla, and Mr. Buron Kaceli; IETT Coordinator, Ms. Anisa Hykaj;...

IETT Signs Cooperation Agreement with “Fan S. Noli” University, Korçë

On May 30, 2022, the Institute of Education, Heritage and Tourism (IETT) and “Fan S. Noli” University in Korçë signed a Cooperation Agreement with the aim of achieving pathways to success in various sectors, in service of stakeholders, collaborators, students, and respective staff. Participants in the meeting included Prof. Assoc. Dr. Ramiz Zekaj, Executive Director of IETT; Prof. Dr. Nevila Nika, Member of the Board; Ms. Anisa Hykaj, IETT Coordinator; as well as the Rector of “Fan S. Noli” University, Prof....

Trainings under the project “CIT HUB – Innovation Center”

The Institute of Education, Heritage and Tourism, in collaboration with the Canadian Institute of Technology, implemented the project “CIT HUB – Innovation Center,” funded by the National Youth Congress and the Municipality of Tirana within the framework of the program “Tirana European Youth Capital 2022.” IETT encourages innovation and creativity among young people by actively supporting entrepreneurial initiatives. As part of the “CIT HUB – Innovation Center” project, a series of trainings were organized in Python, Web Development, Microsoft Office...

IETT in collaboration with CIT organized a two-day training on “Digital & Internet Marketing”

The Department of Education at IETT, in collaboration with the Canadian Institute of Technology (CIT), organized a two-day training on “Digital & Internet Marketing” with lecturers Dr. Enriko Ceko and Dr. Oriola Musa. They covered theoretical topics such as the role of advertising and other promotional elements in marketing, the evolution of the concept of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC), the growing value of IMC in advertising and promotional programs, and more. Additionally, practical aspects of marketing were explored through critical analyses,...

“Egyptian Culture Week,” organized by IETT

As part of the “Egyptian Culture Week,” IETT organized an open lecture on Egypt–Albania relations at its premises, with the special participation of the Ambassador of Egypt to Tirana, H.E. Mohamed Heider, along with other members of the Egyptian Embassy, professors, researchers, and students. We feel a deep connection to Egypt’s extraordinary culture, as well as to the fact that part of our own history is linked to that country. The attendees were first welcomed by the Director of IETT,...

The Internship in “International Relations and Communication” with Arwa Mufaku Successfully Concluded

IETT offered an internship in “International Relations and Communication” to master’s student Ms. Arwa Mufaku, involving her in several of IETT’s international activities. Throughout these months, there was continuous collaboration and energy dedicated to the implementation of various projects, such as the organization of the International Conference on Islamic Literature in the Albanian Language, the development of project proposals in the fields of education, heritage, and tourism, among others. #foogallery-gallery-13285 .fg-image { width: 150px; } #foogallery-gallery-13285 { --fg-gutter: 10px; }

Study Visit to the “Divjakë-Karavasta” National Park and the Belsh Lakes

IETT organized a one-day tour to the “Divjakë-Karavasta” National Park and the Belsh Lakes for students, specialists, and other interested youth, with the aim of studying and exploring their numerous scientific, natural, touristic, and economic values. The primary goal was to gain a deeper understanding of these diverse values. The group was guided by specialists Xhulia Bygjymi and Dritan Lloçi, both geographers/GIS experts. Flamingos, along with many other bird and mammal species, are among the park’s rare assets, contributing to the...

Photography Contest “The Treasures of Albania” by IETT

This contest aimed to highlight the beauty and values of our country through the lens of a camera. IETT, with the support of UBA Bank, CIT University, and the “Mileniumi i Ri” Printing House, successfully organized the photography contest themed: “The Treasures of Albania.” “This contest was a modest attempt to showcase the beauty and values of our country through the lens of a camera,” said the Director of IETT, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ramiz Zekaj, in his opening speech. Prof. Zekaj...

St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Shkoder

The Cathedral of St. Stephen, known to the inhabitants of Shkodra as the Great Church, has a rich history. It is believed that the original cathedral stood within the walls of the famous Rozafa Castle until 1478, when the Ottoman conquest of the fortified city led to its conversion into a mosque. Hundreds of years later, in 1851, the faithful of Shkodra formally requested permission from the Sultan in Istanbul to build a new cathedral in the city. After seven years,...

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