The Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Maribor, invites colleagues from its partner universities abroad to participate in the International Staff Week, which will take place in March 2026.

The main theme of this year’s International Staff Week is the importance of soft skills for leadership in the context of the internationalization of higher education. The event aims to foster international cooperation, encourage the exchange of good practices, and facilitate in-depth discussion on contemporary challenges and opportunities faced by higher education institutions in an increasingly international academic environment.

The International Staff Week programme will include lectures, interactive discussions, workshops, and project-based activities, with a focus on the development of key soft skills such as effective communication, leadership, collaboration in an international environment, the use of gamification, and a broader understanding of competences in higher education. Special emphasis will be placed on networking, building connections among participants, and sharing experiences and best practices from diverse institutional and cultural backgrounds.

The International Staff Week is intended for university staff involved in internationalization, leadership, teaching, and administrative or professional roles, as well as for those with a professional interest in the covered topics. The event offers participants an opportunity to acquire new knowledge, develop their competences, and establish or strengthen international professional networks.

Participants are encouraged to contribute to the International Staff Week with a presentation related to the theme of the event or the outcomes of the joint project work. Participation with a presentation is not a mandatory requirement for attendance, but it is highly encouraged.

You will find the preliminary programme of the International Staff Week FOV 2026 here.