From NEWTON

Interest in studying in the Czech Republic among international students has been steadily increasing. However, applicants from non EU countries often face lengthy visa procedures and limited capacity at Czech embassies, which complicate their entry into higher education.

International students play an increasingly important role in Czech higher education and in the wider economy. According to current data, around 56,000 international students are studying in the Czech Republic today, representing approximately 18 % of all university students. At first glance, this may suggest that Czechia is open and internationally oriented. A closer look, however, reveals a more complex picture.

Success is not just about performance, numbers or external recognition. According to mental coach and university lecturer Marian Jelínek, real progress starts much closer. Inside our own inner world. In this in depth interview, he explains why the ability to work with thoughts, emotions and habits is essential and why long term success cannot exist without it.

Artificial intelligence is becoming a natural part of how companies operate. Yet many organisations encounter a fundamental obstacle when implementing AI. The challenge is not technology, but people. Without a well-designed learning strategy, AI often turns into an underused tool that brings uncertainty, resistance to change and employee frustration instead of growth.

Leadership is shaped where theory meets consequence. In his commentary, Kryštof Hanzal explains why startup ecosystems have become one of the most effective environments for developing real leadership skills. By integrating education with entrepreneurship, acceleration and investment practice, NEWTON University creates a space where students face real responsibility, rapid decision-making and direct market feedback. The article explains why exposing future leaders to uncertainty early on is essential and why leadership development cannot be separated from real-world experience.