Semester 1

• Accounting I
• Principles of Microeconomics
• Introduction to Management
• Marketing
• Business Software Applications

Semester 2

• Accounting I
• Principles of Macroeconomics
• Basic Writing
• Finite Maths with Applied Calculus
• General Psychology I

Semester 3

• Organizational Behavior
• Statistics I
• Business Ethics
• Business Communications
• Managerial Accounting

Semester 4

• Managerial Finance
• Technologies for the Social Web
• Principles of Sociology
• Statistics II
• Business Law

Semester 5

• Human Resource Management
• Research Methods in Business
• Project Management
• Integrated Marketing Communications
• International Business

Semester 6

• Strategy and Business Policy
• Accounting Information Systems
• Corporate Finance
• Information Systems Concepts
• Marketing and Social Responsibility

Semester 7

• Operations Management
• E-Business
• Quantitative Methods
• Financial Management
• Consumer Behaviour

Semester 8

• Final Year Project
• Strategic Marketing
• International Financial Management
• Analytical Decision Making
• Financial Analysis

The Distance Learning Degree Program in Business Administration is a flexible, evaluated-certified study program, with the same standing as the face-to-face study programs in Business Administration. The program is aimed at graduates of secondary schools, who are interested in acquiring knowledge and skills in the field of Business Administration and is approved by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA) with recognition in Cyprus, Greece and abroad.

The Program does not require the physical presence of the student. The teaching takes the form of distance learning while the physical presence of the student is necessary only at the final written examination of each course, which is conducted in the various examination centers in Cyprus and Greece.

Within the philosophy of the University of Nicosia for the provision of comprehensive general education and specialized knowledge and skills, the program offers students the opportunity to combine their learning in a wide range of academic disciplines with areas related to business and to develop their critical thinking, communication and creativity skills. The program also aims to develop students individually and academically and to prepare them to work ethically in a changing multicultural environment. The variety and range of courses offered, as well as the culture of free discussion that characterizes the university contribute to the comprehensive education of the graduates.

The General Objectives of the program are the following:

1. Providing knowledge in a wide range of Business Administration disciplines.
2. Analysis of the role of the external environment in which organizations operate, as well as market opportunities and risks – both nationally and internationally.
3. Development of skills to design strategies and manage risks.
4. Improving the analytical and interpersonal skills required in business decision-making process.
5. Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

The program includes a number of Specific Objectives such as:

1. Encouraging the evaluation of ethical issues, with an emphasis on socially responsible corporate behavior.
2. Improving leadership and organizational skills that contribute to effective management.
3. Development of marketing skills with the ability to design and implement appropriate strategies.
4. Providing knowledge of legislation relating to the rights, relationships and conduct of individuals and businesses engaged in trade and sales.
5. Explanation of accounting standards and business financing principles.

Career Prospects

Graduates can work in any area related to Business Administration such as General Management, Banking, Sales, Business Consulting, Financial Analysis, Meeting, Convention and Event Planning or choose to set up their own business.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Second Cycle degrees (Master’s Degree)

Semester 1

• Hospitality Industry Management    
• Accounting I    
• Marketing Management    

Semester 2

• Food and Beverage Management    
• Accounting II    
• Microeconomics    

Semester 3

• Front Office Management    
• Macroeconomics    
• Management    

Semester 4

• Hospitality IT with Digital Marketing    
• Housekeeping Management    
• Statistics    

Semester 5

• HR and Supervision Management
• Hospitality Facilities Management and Design
• Business Ethics, Environment and CSR    

Semester 6

• Hospitality Practicum    
• Research Methods    
• Financial Management    

Semester 7

• Security and Crisis Management    
• Strategic Management    
• Business Law    

Semester 8

• Senior Year Projects    
• Yield Management    
• International Hospitality Developments

The degree programme sets out to provide the student with the necessary tools and competencies to add value to any hospitality organisation. The variety and scope of the courses offered provide a sound grounding for supervisory/managerial personnel reflecting the skills, knowledge and competencies hospitality managers need to possess in order to overcome a very challenging, diverse and highly demanding working environment.

Career Prospects

The spectrum of the program is quite wide, which allows graduates to choose from a wide range of careers in different areas.

• Hotel Manager
• Front Office Manager
• Food and Beverage Manager
• Hotel Operations
• Events Manager
• Bar or Club Manager
• Casino Hospitality
• Resort Manager
• Hotel HR officer
• Purchase officer
• Hotel Accountant

Access to Further Studies

Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Second Cycle degrees (Master’s Degree)