Taking an MBA in: Greece
| Author | Maria Vasiliki Doukaki |
| Function | Marketing and International Relations Manager |
| Organistation | Athens University of Economics & Business |
Doing an MBA is one of the most important milestones in your professional life. And the choice of where to go for it, is a challenge in itself. According to the GMAC European Geographic Trend report 2002/2007 , the top five countries to which European citizens sent GMATY scores are US. UK, France, Greece and Spain. Why Greece? Because you could study business where business is made. A member of the European Union since 1981, on the cross-border of three continents, Greece plays a key role in the international business and commerce between Europe and the rapidly developing Asian continent. It is the centre of an intercontinental supply chain, with a strategic location recognised by world players. Supported by the No. 1 shipping fleet responsible for 20% of the tonnage shipped worldwide, and, by a booming logistics sector of transport, warehousing and distribution, the country emerges as the commercial hub for the greater Southeast European region. The recently established European Energy Community based in Athens demonstrates the strategic role of Greece in an area of world interest. MBA students are give the change to interact with some of the 170 multinationals that have their main base in Greece and also with a number of additional flourishing industries across the business spectrum, offering a wealth of opportunities, best practices, skills and ideas: Raw Food Materials (leading producer of top quality agricultural products, 3rd largest olive oil producer internationally), Mining Industry (leading international producer of several minerals), Fashion Industry (from shoes to jewelry), Construction, Natural Cosmetics, Renewable Energy, Tourism (with about 13 million tourists who visit Greece each year, more than the total population of the country, contributing to 10% of the GDP)and many others. As someone would expect from an MBA in Greece, the land which has cultivated maritime and merchant tradition from antiquity to today and also the country of top entrepreneurs in all areas of business activity, there are specializations, majors and special programs that focus on innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. Teaching methods, structure and study fees Coupling of academic knowledge practical, experience and solid methologies, case studies, problem-solving, team work, interactive teaching methods and more personalized models are used to cultivate not only hard bit alsdo soft skills needed in today's demanding global businesses.
As an MBA students that choose to study in Greece , you will be happy to realize that the unique combination of Greek culture and the above mentioned teaching methods will help you to have a balanced personal life and studies. While studying an MBA in Greece you can also get involved with a wide spectrum of sport activities and join one of the numerous sports clubs and teams. In addition you get the change to study the Greek language and participate in many cultural orientation events. MBA programs are offered by State Universities, private colleges while some programs are co-operations of local colleges with Universities from the UK. According to current Greek legislation degrees from private colleges are not official recognized by the Greek state and the Greek Naric. Comparing to average MBA studies fees in other European countries, Greece seems to offer the best value for money, with tuitions that range between 10.000 –14.000 euros/program.
MBA study period is not just one year of studies .
Is also a valuable year of your life that has to be filled with new experiences
The cradle of Western civilisations and home of democracy, trade, academics and Olympic spirit, Greece and Athens city are a legend in themselves. Athens character is highlighting its history and culture in every corner of this dynamic modern European capital strategically located on the map on the cross border of three continents. Europe, Asia and Africa meet here to grant the city created by the goddess of wisdom its aura of multiculturalism, colourful and cosmopolite in all aspects of life and business. Being here will give you the chance to develop a global network of friends and business partners while being able to understand complex realities that only crossroads of cultures are gifted with.
Over 3 million people are enjoying a continuously active social lifestyle in one of the safest cities in the world. Greece is also the true experience of one of the most exciting places in the world. The vibrant cosmopolitan night life and the celebrated Mediterranean Cuisine at its best are matched only by the famous Greek hospitality. 2000 islands and breathtaking seas nearby will conspire to make your studies a fulfilling experience to remember.
Because Greece is all of these and more; it is also incomparable beauty of nature with echoes of history and breath of ambrosia.
Greek Business Schools offer Full Time and Part Time MBA programs. However, international candidates tend to prefer Full Time MBA Programs which have duration from 12 to 14 months.