Tomas Bata University in Zlín

The Faculty of Management and Economics at TBU in Zlín has begun the process of applying for the prestigious HR Excellence in Research Award

On August 8, 2025, the Faculty of Management and Economics at Tomas Bata University in Zlín received official confirmation of acceptance of the Letter of Endorsement and Institutional Commitment from the European Commission. This step marks the formal launch of the process leading to the prestigious HR Excellence in Research Award.

The HR Award is a European recognition given to institutions that create fair, transparent, and supportive conditions for researchers in accordance with the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.

“By submitting the Letter of Endorsement, we have officially declared our commitment to continuously improve conditions for our researchers and develop an environment that supports excellence and international cooperation,” said Doc. Ing. Jana Matošková, Ph.D., Vice-Dean for Internal Relations and Quality, who coordinates the HR Award process at the faculty.

In the coming months, the faculty will prepare a GAP analysis and an action plan of specific steps, which will involve both staff and students.