Irena Guszak
President and Dean
Bio
Dr. Guszak is the President and Dean of RIT Croatia, where she leads the institution’s academic and strategic development. She holds a Ph.D. in Retail, and a Master of Science in Business Administration from the University of Zagreb.
Before joining RIT Croatia in 2013, she worked at the University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics and Business, contributing to teaching and research, and developing, coordinating, and teaching lifelong learning programs.
She was appointed associate dean of RIT Croatia in 2017, contributing to strengthened academic quality, research institute status, and the expansion of multidisciplinary programs.
Her professional background also includes experience in the ICT industry in marketing, sales, and consulting. Her research focuses on retail, consumer behavior, and student satisfaction, with publications in academic journals and conference proceedings.
Dr. Guszak is the Vice President of the Croatian Conference of Universities of Applied Sciences and serves on the Executive Board of the Croatian Employers’ Association’ Association of Employers in Education.
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July 2, 2026
Educating for a Future That Doesn’t Stand Still
Diplomacy & Commerce features an interview with Irena Guszak, president and dean of RIT Croatia, on how higher education is evolving to prepare students for an AI-driven future.
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April 9, 2025
RIT Croatia hosts conference