19th Session of the Council for Higher Education

Under the second item on the agenda, the Council discussed the positioning of universities from Montenegro in the most significant international university rankings. The discussion addressed the importance of international rankings for the visibility and competitiveness of Montenegrin universities, as well as opportunities to improve their standing by strengthening the quality of research, academic cooperation, and the internationalisation of higher education. Under the third item on the agenda, the Council discussed activities related to establishing a commission to analyse and modify the conditions and criteria for appointment to academic positions. In this regard, it was agreed that the Council would send letters to the University of Montenegro, the University of Donja Gorica, and Mediterranean University, requesting that they delegate representatives to the commission in accordance with the Council’s structure. Establishing the commission represents an important step in reviewing existing arrangements and considering opportunities to improve the criteria for appointment to academic positions. On this occasion, the Council reaffirmed its commitment to improving the quality of higher education in Montenegro, strengthening the international visibility of Montenegrin universities, and advancing academic standards while respecting professional and academic principles.