BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BA)

Programs of study > Undergraduate > BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BA)

DEPARTMENTBusiness & Police Studies
CAMPUSNicosia, Limassol, Pafos
DURATION4 Years
LANGUAGEEnglish
ECTS Credits240

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Final Higher Education Qualification:

Bachelor in Business Administration

The Program of Study is Accredited by the CY.Q.A.A. (Foreas) with Government Subsidy.

Overview

Learning Outcomes

Admission Policy

Grading System

Semester Breakdown

Academic Staff

Students enrolled in this 4 Years program of study earn A Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. The program seeks to prepare students for leadership roles in profit and nonprofit organizations and for post baccalaureate studies in business. The business studies bachelor degree requires a minimum of 240 ECTS credits and there is no other in-between titles.

To appreciate the emerging PESTEL environment of multicultural, political, global and domestic economic and financial theories and their application to the challenging business setting.
To identify customer needs and understand the application of the business/marketing theories and the marketing mix (product/services, price, distribution, promotion, people, process, and physical evidence.
To understand the business ethical situations, the laws regarding corporate governance, and the role of their personal integrity and values, cultural and gender diversity in the organization.
To realize the importance of the evolving technology and the Internet, as they influence the roles and techniques of management in the global environment.
To obtain well-developed problem solving skills, decision making through the application decision making theories, and adapt and innovate in a new competitive business environment.
To possess leadership skills, understand group and individual dynamics, and be able to work in teams so incorporate them in the strategic planning of the business.

Candidates must present a secondary education leaving certificate (apolyterion) or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates need to show Proof of English language through an external examination or take the Placement Test provided for admission.

A system of continuous (course work) which is 50% and final Exams which is 50% and the Passing mark is 50%, as follows:

During the semester, the instructor evaluates the students through a) Course Work which consists of: Tests, assignments, individual or group project, mid-term exams and / or other tests. The average of the scores is the continuous assessment score.
The final examination is carried out at the end of the semester.
The Passing mark is: 50%

A Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	ENG101	English Communication	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	BUS101	Introduction to Business	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	MTH102	Mathematics	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	GRE101	Greek Language*	3	–	50	14	42	6
5	ACC101	Introduction to Accounting	3	–	50	14	42	6

B Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	CSC190	Introduction to Computing	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	ECO101	Principles of Microeconomics	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	ACC122	Introduction to Managerial Accounting	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	MAR101	Introduction to Marketing	3	–	50	14	42	6
5	BUS235	Introduction to Finance	3	–	50	14	42	6

C Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	ENG205	Business English	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	MTH121	Statistics I	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	ECO102	Principles of Macroeconomics	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	SOC101	Principles of Sociology	3	–	50	14	42	6
5	MGT323	Introduction to Management	3	–	50	14	42	6

D Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	MAR201	Marketing Management	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	PSY101	Basic Psychology	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	MTH221	Statistics II	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	ACC102	Financial Accounting	3	–	50	14	42	6
5		Elective*	3	–	50	14	42	6

E Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	BUS301	Organizational Behavior	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	ENG103	Public Speaking	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	CSC391	Business Information Systems	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	BUS361	Business Law	3	–	50	14	42	6
5		Elective*	3	–	50	14	42	6

F Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	BUS312	International Business	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	ENG302	Advanced English	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	BUS313	International Finance	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	MAR202	Services Marketing	3	–	50	14	42	6
5	MAR302	Market Research	3	–	50	14	42	6

G Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	BUS401	Business Policy and Strategic Management	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	BUS415	Human Resource Management	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	MAR402	Strategic Marketing	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	CSC492	E-Business	3	–	50	14	42	6
5	BUS261	Small Business Management	3	–	50	14	42	6

H Semester

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	BUS405	Business Project – Thesis	5	–	50	14	70	12
2	BUS431	Financial Services	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	BUS302	Business Ethics	3	–	50	14	42	6
4		Elective*	3	–	50	14	42	6

* The course with an asterisk can be replaced with the following elective courses:

Electives

Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Weekly Periods		Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
Α/Α	Course Code & Name		Theory	Lab	Duration	No. Of Weeks	Teaching hours per semester	ECTS per semester
1	RUS101	Russian Language (for students whose their native language is Greek)	3	–	50	14	42	6
2	BUS418	Public Relations	3	–	50	14	42	6
3	BUS501	Innovation & Entrepreneurship	3	–	50	14	42	6
4	BUS502	Change Management	3	–	50	14	42	6
5	BUS503	Business Economics	3	–	50	14	42	6
6	BUS504	Managerial Finance	3	–	50	14	42	6
7	HOT101	Introduction to Hospitality Management	3	–	50	14	42	6
8	TOU201	International Tourism	3	–	50	14	42	6
9	HIS145	European History	3	–	50	14	42	6

Name	Qualifications
Dr. Nicos Rodosthenous Head of the Program	PhD Business – Tourism, MSc Business Management, BA Religion, Diploma in Marketing, Fellow of Sales & Marketing Management Institute, Member of The Chartered Institute of Transport, International Travel Consultant IATA
Dr. Souzana Peppi	PhD Classical Studies (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου), ΜΑ in Classical Literature (The University of Nottingham), Πτυχίο φιλοσοφίας (Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου)
Dr. Pavlos Panayi	PhD Data Communications (New York City University New York, NY) MBA Business Adm. (New York City University New York, NY) BSc in Computer Science (New York Institute of Technology)
Dr. Eleni Demetriadou	PhD in Artificial Intelligence Applications, Cyprus University of Technology, MA in Interactive Multimedia, Cyprus University of Technology, BSc in Mathematics, University of Cyprus
Dr. Marios Christou	PhD in Mathematics, University of Louisiana Lafayette, USA, MSc in Mathematics, University of Louisiana Lafayette, USA, BSc in Mathematics, University of Cyprus
Dr. Despoina Kouali	Phd in Psychological Basis of Kinesiology (Sport Psychology) – Western University, London Ontario Canada, Master of Science in Psychology of Exercise, Univeristy of Thessaly, Trikala, Greece, Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, Athens, Greece
Dr. Melita Christou	PhD in Finance and Accounting, MSc in Financial Management, BA Business – Accounting
*Dr. Leonard Abrudan*	Phd Finances – Public finances, international finances, fiscal systems, corporate finance (Academia de Studii Economice Bucureşti 1999 -2007) Master in Teacher training (University of Oradea 2004-05) MA in Economics of integration (University of Oradea 1997-98) BA Economics, licenced in Marketing (University of Oradea 1992-97)
Fedonas Karapatakis	MBA Business Administration (C.D.A College), Bachelor in Economics (Aristotelion University Thessaloniki)
Estelia Savvidou	MSc Criminology, LLB Law
Demetrios Melides	PhD(C) Digital Media & Communications (University of Nicosia), MA Digital Media & Communications (University of Nicosia), BSc Computer Science (University of Central Lancashire)
Dr. Iosif Kafkalas (Head of the Program of Study)	PhD Economics – MSc Economics – BSc Economics
Dr. Ifigenia Efthimiou	PhD on Statistics – University of Aegean Master’s Degree “Statistics and Data Analysis – University of Aegean, BSc, Department of Statistics and Actuarial – Financial Mathematics – University of Aegean
Dr. Marilia Kountouridou	PhD Business Administration /Marketing (European University), MA Advertising and Marketing (West Yorkshire, UK), Bed Bachelor in Primary Education (Frederick University Cyprus)
Dr. Kalli Drousioti	PhD in Philosophy, MSc in Education Science, BA History & Archaeology
Dr. Aristoniki Theodosiou	PhD Psychology, MSc Finance & Maritime Studies, MSc Psychotherapy, MSc Total Quality Management & Innovative Implementation on Education, PgP Counselling Psychology, Bachelor Psychology
Dr. Michalis Tsangas	Phd Environmental Conservation and Management – (Open University Cyprus), Environmental Engineering, MSc in Environmental Conservation and Management (Energy and Pollution) – (Open University Cyprus), Diploma in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering (National Technical University of Athens)
Sofoklis Kallonas	Master In Business Administration – Cyprus International Institute of Management Master In Human Resource Management & Organizational Behaviour – Cyprus International Institute of Management Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Theocharis Katranis	Master of Business Administration (Marketing) – Stirling University – Scotland BA (Hons) Degree, Business Studies – Philips College
Olga Pelekanou	MBA – CDA College Nicosia, Bachelor of Science – Teacher of Computer Sciences & English, OMSK State Pedagogical University, Russian, Bachelor of Computer Science – Frederick University
Demetra Patroklou	MA TESOL University of Leicester, BA English language University Lancaster
Dr. Amvrosios Prodromou	Doctorate in Business Administration – Swiss Management University- Switzerland. Master in Business Administration –St. Mark and St. John University –Plymouth UK. Bachelors in Business Administration – European Institute of Education.
Dr. Andreas Masouras	PhD Political science and International Relations (University of Peloponnese Greece), MSc in Globalization, Media and Culture (University of Glamorgan, University of South Wales, UK) Bachelor in Law (Neapolis University Paphos) Bachelor in Communication and Mass Media Studies (National and Kapodistrian University Athens)
Dr. Afroditi Gaitanarou	Post – Doctoral Researcher \| 2024 – UNIVERSITY OF PIRAEUS \| Dept. of Tourism Studies, Piraeus, Greece, Title: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR training in the Hospitality Industry, PhD in Human Resources Management and Organizational Behavior \| 2017- 2023 ATHENS UNIVERSITY OF ECONOMICS & BUSINESS \| Dept. of Management Science & Technology, Athens, Greece Doctoral Scholarship – State Scholarship Foundation – IKY Thesis: Social Networking Websites in Personnel Recruitment & Selection. The role of applicants’ negative digital information MSc in Human Resources Management \| ATHENS UNIVERSITY OF ECONOMICS & BUSINESS \| Dept. of Management Science & Technology Athens, Greece Dissertation topic: Personnel selection and newcomers’ socialization. BSc in Maritime Studies \| 2000 – 2005 UNIVERSITY OF PIRAEUS Piraeus, Greece
Dr. Demetris Savvides	Phd in Laws-University of Maastricht Law School. Master in Business Administration Cyprus International Institute of Management- Nicosia., Masters of Science in Justice Studies-Arizona State University. Bachelor in Laws-Sheffield University Bachelors of Science in Justice
Dr. Niki Christofi	PhD Linguistics Doctor of Philosophy Lancaster University United Kingdom, MA, Applied Linguistics and TESOL – Newcastle University, Certificate in Teaching English to Foreign Students
Dr. Christos Papademetriou	BSc (Hons) Computing, Computing School, University of Portsmouth (UK), PhD in Social Science School of Architecture, Engineering, Land and Environmental Sciences Neapolis University Pafos, MSc in Real Estate School of Economic Sciences, Business Administration, University of Western Macedonia, Postdoctoral, Title: “Investigating the Impact of Human Resource Practices on Customer Satisfaction and Performance in the Cypriot Hotel Industry
Anasia Sokratous	MSc in MAGISTER SCIENTIAE (Counselling Psychology) Neapolis University Pafos, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Hunter College of the City University of New York
Tryfonas Moisis	ACCA-Association of Chartered Certified Accountants