Program Overview

BA (Hons) Business Management

Overview

The BA (Hons) Business Management is a three-year undergraduate program designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to succeed in the fast-paced and competitive business environment. The program is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and is offered in collaboration with the University of Derby, a top-ranked UK university.

Admission Requirements

• High school graduate of any discipline with the necessary English language skills
• Minimum English language requirement: IELTS 4.5 (B1) for the bilingual course (Greek and English) and IELTS 6.0 (B2) for the English-taught course
• Reference letter from a tutor
• Academic interview with the program leader

Program Structure

The program consists of three years, with each year comprising two semesters. The first year provides a foundation in business principles, while the second and third years offer specialized modules in business management.

Year 1

• Understanding People in Organisations
• Business Economics
• Developing the Enterprising Mindset
• Financial and Business Performance
• Marketing Fundamentals
• Operations, Supply Chain & IT
• Academic Skills
• English I

Year 2

• Quantitative Skills for Business
• Sustainability and Responsible Management
• Applied Operations Management
• Managing Performance through People
• Managing Financial Resources
• Digital and Social Media
• English II

Year 3

• The Business Consultancy Project
• Global Business and Strategy
• Developing Leadership and Management
• Marketing Across Cultures
• International Entrepreneurship

Assessment

Assessment is mainly via coursework, which includes essays, reports, group project work, research and consultancy projects, presentations, posters, design of digital materials, in-class tests, and computer-based assessments.

Career Prospects

Graduates can pursue careers in various industries, including:

• Multinational companies
• Industrial production companies
• Professional services (technology, consultancy, etc.)
• Tourism & hospitality enterprises
• Banks & other financial services
• Retail & other commercial businesses
• Media and communications agencies
• Shipping companies
• Hospitals & other health services
• Educational organisations
• Non-governmental organisations

Degree Recognition

The degree is recognized in Greece as professionally equivalent to degrees awarded by Greek state universities. It is also recognized by the UK NARIC as academic and professionally equivalent to any UK degree.

Postgraduate Study

Graduates can pursue postgraduate studies in various fields, including:

• MBA Global
• MBA Global Finance
• MBA Global Shipping
• MSc Marketing Management
• MSc International Hospitality Management
• MSc Big Data Analytics

Alternatively, graduates can opt for accredited CPD courses at Mediterranean Professional Studies:

• Leadership & Human Resources Management
• Marketing & Sales Management
• Finance for Small & Medium Businesses
• Digital & Social Media
• Shipping Management
• Global Operations & Logistics
• Hotel & Tourism Management
• Healthcare Management
• Sports Management

Testimonials

• "The MBA allowed me to acquire a lot of new knowledge, essential for my professional career. A great thanks to both my family for their support and professors for being such inspiring and supportive." - Dimitrios Orfanoudakis, MBA
• "Studying at the MSc Marketing Management was a unique experience. I really enjoyed lectures and exchange of ideas in the class. I have developed skills in communication and team working and enhanced my research and analytical skills. Today, I feel very grateful to my professors and more confident for acquiring such important knowledge." - Antigoni Filipidou, MSc Marketing Management
• "My studies at Mediterranean College were the most creative and enjoyable period of my life, helped me to develop the elements of my personality. The conclusion; Never stop following your dreams." - Eleni Stamatiou, BA (Hons) Business (Marketing)