About FON summer school
FON Summer School is a five-day English-taught program organized by the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Organizational Sciences (FON), the Republic of Serbia.
FON Summer School 2026 – Application of Business Analytics in the Green Transition is a program that offers final-year undergraduate and master’s students the opportunity to enhance their academic and practical knowledge in the fields of management, organization, information systems, and technologies, as well as to develop new skills for further studies and/or the professional environment, with a focus on the green transition and business analytics.
The program schedule is organized in such a way that, besides the time required for study, students will also have enough time to relax, practice friendship-oriented extracurricular activities, attend cultural events and explore the city of Belgrade.
Purpose, objectives, and tasks
The aim of the FON Summer School is to enable participants to enhance their knowledge and skills so that they can: make and justify data-driven decisions, including in situations where data are limited or incomplete; apply key business analytics tools and technologies in the context of the green transition; define measurable performance indicators, sustainable strategies, and priorities aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the principles of circularity; formulate and present a sustainable (circular) and innovative business solution, along with recommendations for its implementation.
The learning outcomes enable participants, upon completing the summer school, to: Explain the role of business analytics in the green transition; prepare and interpret analytical reports; define relevant KPIs; propose sustainability-orientated decisions and link them to the SDGs; translate the SDGs into measurable priorities and activities; apply circular economy principles when designing business solutions and evaluating options; develop and justify a sustainable (circular) and innovative business model; and present the solution through a clear pitch and compelling data storytelling.
Who is the programme for?
The summer school program is intended for the final year undergraduates and master’s students. The program is designed to best suit students with a Business, Management, Informatics background and similar STEM fields. However, the summer school also welcomes students of other fields and backgrounds. Prior knowledge is not necessary.
The program will help students achieve academic, professional, and personal growth. It is open to the students who are inquisitive and want to find out more about the topics covered by the program, but also to acquire necessary business skills. However, the program is also intended for the students who want to dive into a completely new field of interest.
Benefits for participants
The benefits of the program are manifold. All the participants get the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills, get insight into the future possibilities, develop a network of contacts and friends, experience living on their own away from home, enrich their resume with a certificate issued by a renowned faculty, attend a program at the most popular faculty of the University of Belgrade conducted by experienced professors and practitioners and get 3 ECTS credits after successful completion of the program. The number of credits is recommended by FON, but the validation of credits by their home universities is the responsibility of attendants.
Lecturers
The lecturers are professors and assistants of the Faculty of Organizational Sciences along with distinguished guest lecturers.
FON professors and assistants: dr Gordana Savić, dr Dragana Makajić-Nikolić, dr Nataša Petrović, dr Dragan Vukmirović, dr Marko Ćirović, dr Milan Okanović, dr Radul Milutinović, dr Milan Radojičić, dr Nemanja Backović, dr Ana Miličević, dr Jelena Andreja Radaković, Miloš Parežanin, Andrijana Džamić, Isidora Gaćeša and guest.
Venue and duration
The summer school program will take place on FON campus in Belgrade in the period 06-10 July 2026.
Fees
Summer school program fees:
Fee for partner institutions: €290 (Early-bird fee by 10 May 2026: €240)
Fee for non-partner institutions €340 (Early-bird fee by 10 May 2026: €290)
The price includes participation in all curricular activities – lectures and workshops, lunches and coffee, and two extracurricular activities (one of which includes dinner).
The price does not include: the cost of transport to Belgrade, local transport, accommodation, other meals, health insurance, visa, and personal expenses.
For more information about prices, payment options and cancellation policy, please visit Applications and fees page.
Organizing committee
Dr Nataša Petrović, Dr Dragana Makajić-Nikolić, Dr Jelena Andreja Radaković, Isidora Gaćeša, Minja Marinović.
Sponsors
About University of Belgrade - Faculty of Organizational Sciences
Today, FON is the leading faculty in the region covering the academic fields of management and organization, and information systems and technologies with more than 12,000 graduates, 3,000 students with master’s degree, more than 600 specialists, 600 MPhil, and more than 300 PhD degree holders.
FON has successfully organized several national and international scientific and professional conferences, well-received in the scientific and professional community boasting a significant number of participants.
The strategic aim of FON is to establish and develop cooperation, both with national higher education institutions, and international organizations and foundations. FON has been one of the first faculties of the University of Belgrade to recognize the need to inform teachers, students and staff on the possibilities of international relations and cooperation. It has well-developed cooperation with the leading companies in Serbia, thus providing its students with the opportunity to improve their knowledge and awareness of business systems.
A great number of our students actively participate in student organizations and various extracurricular activities. We are particularly proud of the numerous medals our students have received in different national and international competitions both in academic fields and sports. FON often organizes meetings and gatherings between our students and the students from other national and international academic communities.
About Belgrade and Serbia
Belgrade is one of the oldest cities in Europe and the capital of the Republic of Serbia with 1,700,000 residents. It is located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. The city boasts rich cultural and historical heritage including the oldest university in Serbia, National Museum of Serbia, National Theatre, Nikola Tesla Museum, Church of Saint Sava, the Museum of Modern Art, Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra, etc. In the very heart of the city lies Knez Mihailova Street, a pedestrian zone leading to the famous Kalemegdan Fortress, which offers unforgettable view over the entire city of Belgrade. Besides cultural and historic landmarks, Belgrade has to offer much more. It is a modern city teeming with urban life, entertainment, sports events, concerts, festivals, theatre performances, content-rich galleries on one hand, and peaceful walking areas and parks with charming cafés and restaurants where visitors may enjoy authentic Belgrade atmosphere and delicious food.
So, don’t miss Skadarlija—the city’s famous bohemian quarter, known for its charming cobblestone street, traditional “kafana” restaurants, live music, and a classic old-Belgrade atmosphere. For a more modern vibe, you can also stop by Hard Rock Cafe Belgrade for burgers, music memorabilia, and a lively downtown setting. And of course, a visit to Belgrade isn’t complete without trying ćevapi—a local favorite you’ll find all over the city. Beyond Serbian food, Belgrade is also great for exploring many other national cuisines, from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern to Asian and international fusion.
The city is well-connected with the most important landmarks of Serbia including Avala, a mountain only 17 km away from Belgrade with lovely paths ideal for leisurely walks and recreation; Kopaonik, the biggest mountain and most important ski resort in Serbia; Novi Sad (also called Serbian Athens), the second largest city in Serbia; breath-taking Đerdap gorge, the deepest and largest gorge in Europe with beautiful Đerdap National Park; Devil’s Town, a rare natural phenomenon and source of fantastic folklore; myriad of archaeological sites such as Lepenski Vir, the oldest urban settlement in Europe, and various spa towns and resorts offering health treatments.
For more information about Belgrade, please visit Tourist Organization of Belgrade.