On June 26, 2024, representatives of the University of Applied Sciences “Lavoslav Ružička” in Vukovar and representatives of local and regional government units gathered to discuss the justification for launching the professional graduate study program in Local and Regional Government. During the meeting, the new study program was presented, and the current needs and challenges in the labor market were analyzed. The meeting resulted in discussions and valuable suggestions for the further development and adaptation of the new program. The invited guests supported the launch of the graduate study program and the continuation of the long-standing cooperation with the University.