Djina Ivanovic | Econometrics and Finance | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Djina Ivanovic | Econometrics and Finance | Young Scientist Award

Research Assistant of Institute of Economic Sciences, Serbia.

Ms. Djina Ivanovic is a diligent and accomplished professional with a strong background in economics and research. She has made significant contributions to her field through her work as a Research Assistant at the Institute of Economic Sciences. In this role, she has been actively involved in writing research papers, developing project proposals, conducting commercial projects, and teaching. Her educational journey is marked by notable achievements. She pursued her PhD studies at Union University, Belgrade Banking Academy, specializing in finance. She also completed her Master’s and Bachelor’s studies at the same institution, focusing on investment banking and economics, respectively. Her academic pursuits have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of finance and economics, including research methodology, economic analysis, theories of finance, international finance, investments, mergers and acquisitions, and more.

Professional Profiles:

Education

Ms. Djina Ivanovic pursued her Bachelor’s studies in Economy at Union University, Belgrade Banking Academy, Serbia, from 2013 to 2016. Following this, she continued her academic journey with Master’s studies in Investment Banking at the same institution, although the duration of this program was not specified. Subsequently, she embarked on a PhD in Finance at Union University, Belgrade Banking Academy, Serbia, commencing in 2016 and continuing to date. This educational trajectory reflects her dedication to acquiring in-depth knowledge and expertise in the fields of finance and economics.

Professional Experience

Ms. Djina Ivanovic has been serving as a Research Assistant (previously Research Trainee) at the Institute of Economic Sciences since 2018. In this role, she has been actively involved in various tasks, including writing research papers, developing project proposals, conducting commercial projects, and engaging in teaching activities. Her tenure at the institute has provided her with valuable experience in both academic research and practical applications within the field of economics.

Research Interest

Ms. Djina Ivanovic’s research interests encompass a broad spectrum of topics within the fields of entrepreneurship, digital competencies, and financial inclusion. She has contributed significantly to the understanding of various aspects, including the performance of Serbian female entrepreneurs in terms of digital competencies, the global gender gap in financial inclusion, and the specific digital entrepreneurial competences of university students in Serbia and Kuwait. Her research also delves into practical areas such as the adoption of mobile banking in Serbia and the role of online shopping, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic. Through her work, Ms. Ivanovic demonstrates a commitment to exploring the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and socioeconomic development, providing valuable insights for both academia and industry.

Award and Honors

Ms. Djina Ivanovic has received recognition for her outstanding contributions to research and academia. She was honored with the Top Performer Award from IIT Bombay for her exemplary performance in the Foundation Program in ICT for Education. Additionally, she earned Top Performer Awards for her participation in NPTEL courses, specifically “Developing Soft Skills and Personality” and “Enhancing Soft Skills and Personality.” These awards underscore her dedication to excellence and continuous learning in her field.

Research Skills

Ms. Djina Ivanovic possesses a diverse set of research skills honed through her academic and professional experiences. She excels in conducting comprehensive literature reviews, data analysis, and writing research papers. Her proficiency extends to writing project proposals and undertaking commercial projects. Additionally, she demonstrates strong teaching skills, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge in her field. Djina’s adeptness in research methodologies and her ability to apply them effectively make her a valuable asset in any research endeavor.

Publications

  1. Title: Is there a gender gap in financial inclusion worldwide?
    • Authors: M Antonijević, I Ljumović, Đ Ivanović
    • Journal: Journal of Women’s Entrepreneurship and Education
    • Pages: 79-96
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 20
  2. Title: The role of online shopping in the Republic of Serbia during COVID-19
    • Authors: Đ Ivanović, M Antonijević
    • Journal: Economic Analysis
    • Volume: 53
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 28-41
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 19
  3. Title: Average matching levels for two DigComp competence areas of the female entrepreneurs in Serbia
    • Authors: D Ivanovic, V Simovic, I Domazet, M Antonijevic
    • Journal: JWEE
    • Pages: 42-60
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 11
  4. Title: E-učenje-stanje i perspektive u Republici Srbiji
    • Authors: Đ Ivanović, M Antonijević
    • Publisher: Fakultet tehničkih nauka
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 10
  5. Title: Identification of opportunities as the component of digital entrepreneurial competences of university students: a pilot study in Kuwait and Serbia
    • Authors: V Simovic, I Domazet, R Bhagat, H Sarhan, D Ivanovic
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 8
  6. Title: Adoption of mobile banking in the Republic of Serbia
    • Authors: M Antonijević, Đ Ivanović, V Simović
    • Publisher: Institute of Economics-Ss. Cyril & Methodius University
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 7
  7. Title: DigComp: Methodological Frame for measuring digital competencies
    • Authors: Đ Ivanović, V Simović
    • Journal: Trendovi u poslovanju
    • Volume: 8
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 83-92
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 4
  8. Title: An Overview of the research based on digital competences
    • Authors: Đ Ivanović, V Simović
    • Publisher: Monograph: Trends in the Development and application of Information Systems
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 3
  9. Title: Is there a Gender Gap in Financial Inclusion Worldwide?
    • Authors: M Antonijević, I Ljumović, Đ Ivanović
    • Journal: Journal of Women’s Entrepreneurship and Education
    • Pages: 79-96
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 2
  10. Title: Društvena trgovina kao alternativa” klasičnoj” elektronskoj trgovini
    • Authors: Đ Ivanović, V Simović
    • Publisher: Privredna komora
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 2