Software giant Red Hat launched its Brno subsidiary in 2006. At that time, it was manned by just a couple of people and its office wasn’t larger than a flat. Today this company employs more than 1,000 people in Czechia, also thanks to cooperation with the Faculty of informatics at the Masaryk University.

STEM subjects are traditionally favored and held in the highest regard while also being used as the measure of success for both schools and students. However, schools and universities should not forget the importance of soft skills, such as written and verbal communication, to enable students to have a well-rounded education. Once students enter the workplace, soft skills play an important part. Without soft skills, students who were adept at STEM subjects can still struggle to excel in their chosen career, Václav Muchna, CEO Y Soft Corporation writes.