Shaping a more inclusive and innovative future through academic collaboration and impact-driven national and international projects.
Leading Change in Education and Entrepreneurship
At the heart of our academic mission lies a commitment to social impact, innovation, and inclusive education. Through strategic international partnerships and EU-funded initiatives, we engage in transformative projects that empower communities, promote equality, and foster lifelong learning.
Our staff brings extensive experience in coordinating and participating in academic projects funded by the EU Erasmus+ programme, contributing expertise in curriculum development, digital education, gender equality, and inclusive management. This solid foundation ensures impactful outcomes and sustainable collaboration across borders.
Below are two flagship projects that reflect our vision for a more equitable and forward-thinking world.
Supporting women entrepreneurs is paramount in our pursuit of a more equitable and inclusive world. By championing their ventures, we unlock immense potential and create a ripple effect that extends far beyond individual accomplishments.
EMPOWER is an Erasmus+ CBHE initiative aimed at bridging the gender gap in entrepreneurship in Uzbekistan. By offering accessible, online entrepreneurial training for women—including mothers, housewives, and those in rural areas—the project empowers participants to build their own businesses and become financially independent. Focus areas: Women’s entrepreneurship, digital skills, economic inclusion. Target groups: Vocational learners, young women, marginalized groups. More about the project.
EDIFY EDU addresses the growing need for EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) competencies in modern business leadership. The project equips students and SME managers with critical soft skills through MOOCs, webinars, and work-based learning. Focus areas: Inclusive leadership, interdisciplinary learning, entrepreneurship. Target groups: Business students, trainers, young professionals. More about the project.
Our Core Strengths in Academic Projects
We bring rigorous systems for project monitoring, evaluation, and documentation, ensuring alignment between objectives and outcomes across all activities.
Our interdisciplinary programs blend entrepreneurship, soft skills, and digital competencies. We design scalable training for both formal education and informal learning pathways, including VET learners.
With our online academy, we pioneer blended learning formats, using AI-powered tools and adaptive curriculum models to ensure flexibility and engagement.
Through strong social media outreach, we ensure high visibility for our projects. From multimedia content to live webinars, we maximize awareness and impact.
Our network spans Europe, with collaborations across academia, industry, and civil society. We contribute to curriculum innovation, knowledge exchange, and cross-border capacity building.
Explore our collection of publications, expert contributions from our staff, and practical materials developed through collaborative academic projects and training initiatives.
The ERASMUS EDIFY Modules are designed to equip learners with essential skills in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), tailored for modern business management. Structured into EDI-specific, transversal, and digital modules, the curriculum supports inclusive leadership and workplace innovation through both online and work-based learning formats. See modules here.
The CBHE SMARTI EMI Handbooks provide a structured, practical guide for educators teaching through English in non-native contexts, focusing on student-centered methodologies, curriculum development, and inclusive, multilingual classroom strategies. Comprising ten modular units, the handbooks support the enhancement of English proficiency, digital teaching skills, and intercultural competence to promote sustainable internationalization in higher education. See handbooks here.
The CBHE SMARTI Levelling Tests are standardized entrance assessments used to evaluate students’ English proficiency before placement in EMI courses. Based on their scores across four test sections, students are placed into either a B1-level or B2-C1-level course to ensure appropriate language support for academic success. See Levelling Tests here.
The DeSIRe project (Development of Soft Skills at Higher Education Institutions of Armenia and Georgia in Compliance with the 21st Century Labour Market Requirements) is a three-year initiative under the EU’s Erasmus+ Capacity Building program. It aims to enhance soft skills education through the development of tailored modules and MOOCs. As part of the project, our staff was responsible for the website’s design and development, contributing to its digital presence and accessibility. See websites here.
Past Projects
The IPEDU project (Introducing Intellectual Property Education for Lifelong Learning and the Knowledge Economy) is an Erasmus+ KA2 Strategic Partnership for Higher Education. Coordinated by Limerick Institute of Technology, it aimed to integrate IP education into technical universities by training librarians and staff, developing innovative tools to support teaching. The project involved partners from several European countries. More about the project.
The ABIONET project (Armenian Network of Excellence in Bio-Products Science and Technology) is an EU-funded initiative under the Erasmus+ KA2 program. It aims to enhance bio-product science education in Armenia by modernizing curricula, launching a Food Safety Master’s program, upgrading laboratories, and strengthening collaboration between Armenian and European universities. More about the project.
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