Greece – Gateway to European Education & Global Opportunities

Mediterranean College was the 1st independent University-College to be founded in Greece (1977) and to initiate “franchise” academic agreements with UK Universities (1992). It is licensed by the Greek Ministry of Education and conforms to multiple quality benchmarks: accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC) as an institution providing higher education; reviewed by the UK Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), an organisation that monitors the quality standards of UK Universities.

This day the College sustains strategic, franchise academic collaborations with renowned UK Universities, such as Derby University (TOP-30, Guardian University Guide, 2020) and the University of Wolverhampton. Students study in Greece the exact same courses of the partner Universities and upon successful completion are awarded the collaborating Universities’ degrees. These are internationally recognized and the Greek State regards them as professionally equivalent to degrees awarded by State Universities.

Mediterranean College runs contemporary facilities in Athens (city centre and Glyfada-south) and Thessaloniki, offering 40 undergraduate & postgraduate courses across 8 Academic Schools: Business, Shipping, Tourism & Hospitality, Computing, Engineering, Education, Psychology, Health & Sports Sciences. Most programmes are taught in English or bilingually (Greek and English). Undergraduate courses typically include on-campus delivery, while postgraduate courses follow a flexible, blended delivery pattern.

All students are supported in their learning journey by highly qualified and committed academic staff, extensive libraries, electronic resources and IT facilities, fully equipped labs and workshops. The College has also developed a holistic Students Employability Scheme in collaboration with a wide network of 500+ industry partners.

As a student-centred college, Mediterranean develops strengths and capabilities in every student by offering support services, such as Personal Tutoring, Counselling, Learning Support and Career Services, Bursaries & Scholarships. The Student Affairs, the Alumni and the International Office secure our students’ welfare and the active Students’ Union promises an exciting student life.

Alba Graduate Business School: Shaping Future Business Leaders in Athens

Alba Graduate Business School is more than just a place to study; it's where innovative thinking and business smarts come together. In the heart of Athens, this top European business school is known for doing things differently and helping the students realize their version of success.

Education That Stands Out

Embracing agility and business relevance as our core values, we stay true to our "Business Unusual" motto across our suite of 4 MBA and 9 MSc programs. Our offerings are diverse, spanning in-class graduate programs, hybrid offerings including workshops across Greece, and a top-notch online program, all curated to equip our students with innovative and practical business acumen. This is education designed for the movers, the innovators, and the visionary leaders of tomorrow.

A Community That Cares

With about 400 postgraduate students, Alba is a place where everyone gets the attention they need. The teachers are top-notch, with many coming from famous schools like Harvard and London Business School. They're not just good at teaching; they're also leaders in their fields, often publishing their research and sharing new ideas in business.

Academic Excellence and International Recognition

Alba's commitment to academic excellence is prominently reflected in its diverse faculty. Comprised of resident experts with extensive international experience, our faculty members not only conduct impactful research but also seamlessly apply their findings in the classroom, ensuring a dynamic and enriched learning experience for our students. To augment this commitment, Alba strategically engages with distinguished scholars from top institutions and hosts guest lecturers renowned for their expertise from prestigious places like Harvard, INSEAD, and Wharton. Demonstrating our commitment to a holistic approach that goes beyond theoretical learning, Alba actively incorporates teaching fellows from diverse industries. This integration not only enriches the academic experience by bringing real-world perspectives into the classroom but also significantly enhances the practical relevance and applicability of our education.

Moreover, Alba's international recognition is underscored by its accreditation from NECHE, AMBA accreditation for its MBA programs, and EFMD accreditation for the MSc in Finance and MSc in SHRM. These accreditations solidify Alba's position in the global academic landscape, emphasizing its commitment to providing a high-quality and globally recognized education.

World-Class Connections

Alba goes beyond the classroom, connecting students with over 80 partner schools around the world for exchanges, joint degrees, and trips that show what international business is all about. This global perspective is a big part of what makes an education from Alba so special.

Welcoming International Students

For students coming from other countries, Alba is a welcoming place with all the help they need to settle in, from visa support to finding a nice place to live. Scholarships are available, too, covering up to 35% of tuition for those who show they're really good at what they do.

Your Path to Success at Alba

Alba Graduate Business School is committed to propelling your success, whether through securing great jobs or diving into entrepreneurship.

The Career Office at Alba is dedicated to aiding students in finding rewarding employment opportunities. Through personalized assistance, workshops, and events, the Career Office ensures that students are well-prepared to impress employers and thrive in their careers.

AHEAD: Boosting Entrepreneurship at Alba:

At AHEAD, the Alba Hub for Entrepreneurship and Development, the entrepreneurial spirit flourishes in sync with the essence of "Business Unusual." AHEAD is the go-to place for Alba students and alumni, offering personalized chats, special events, networking opportunities, and recognition for #AlbaEntrepreneurs. AHEAD empowers individuals to confidently embrace entrepreneurship and succeed in the dynamic business landscape, aligning with Alba's vision for excellence in training, outreach, and scholarship.

A Network That Lasts a Lifetime:

Upon graduation from Alba, you become part of The American College of Greece alumni a powerful community of 62,000 members and Alba’s powerful network of 6,000 alumni. This network is a lifelong resource, offering support to current students, valuable advice, and ongoing connections. At Alba, it's all about people helping each other to do better in their professional journeys.

Alba Graduate Business School is where students don't just learn about success; they prepare to make it happen in the real world. It's a place for those who want to make a difference and lead the way in business. Welcome to a school where business is anything but usual. Welcome to Alba.

Lifelong learning

Alba's commitment to leadership and development extends beyond the classroom—over 11,000 executives have advanced their skills through its Executive Development Programs,

The University of Patras is one of the most dynamic universities in Greece. As evidenced by its great achievements in the field of research and its international recognition, the University remains goal-oriented to excellence in research and teaching; extroversion both individually and collectively; and the formation of new social and technological conditions for the transition to the digital age. In our times, it is necessary to constantly acquire new knowledge and skills, and forge a dynamic model of University, which follows the development of international reforms and adjusts to an increasingly competitive globalized environment.

This is achieved with flexibility, boldness, passion, knowledge and constant vigilance; and further accomplished by respecting individuality, on which collectivity is based, and demonstrating genuine care for the protection of human rights and free expression of one's opinion, all of which define an intellectually-oriented Institution and those who serve Science, Letters and Culture. University of Patras (UPatras) is one of the most distinguished universities nationally and internationally owing to its manifold and innovative action in Natural Sciences, Engineering, Health Sciences, Humanities, and Social and Economic Sciences, along with its remarkable research activity.

The University was founded in 1964 with the vision of becoming widely recognised for cultivating the spirit of international cooperation and scientific progress. In 2013, the University of Western Greece was integrated into UPatras. In 2019, the majority of the Departments of the Technological Educational Institute of Western Greece were also integrated into UPatras. To manage its premises and facilities in the cities of Patras, Messolonghi, and Agrinio, the University has adopted the principles of sustainable development.

Rio Campus is located at a close distance from the historical centre of Patras, Greece's third-largest city, where the development of new technologies is vastly supported. In 2018, UPatras was the first Institution in Greece to receive accreditation for its Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS), in compliance with the Hellenic Authority for Higher Education (HAHE) Quality Standards as well as the Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area (ESG). In more than 50 years of presence, UPatras has implemented an international orientation and adopted the European Strategy. In this context, it participates in various programs, consortia and agreements with other universities, research institutes and organizations abroad, with notable distinctions and significant research activity. Great importance is attached to the production of knowledge and the transformation of research results into measurable impact on society as well as the economy and innovation.

UPatras develops and implements actions and initiatives for achieving quality, cutting-edge and innovative research; promoting excellence; and creating a suitable research environment for its community To make a strong scientific, economic and social imprint, the University is constantly broadening the scope of its activities, thus providing significant research and innovation development opportunities within it (new financing instruments, internationalization, synergies with the private sector) and building links with industry, society and policymakers.

The study programs offered at the University of Patras are designed in such a way as to provide the appropriate knowledge, abilities and skills to its graduates so that they can face emerging global social, economic and cultural challenges. The design and implementation of transnational foreign language study programs, which have an international character in terms of their purpose, the way they are delivered and the learning outcomes they produce, contribute decisively to the reputation and international visibility of the University of Patras and are a competitive advantage for the attraction of foreign students. Our main goal and constant commitment is to improve the quality of the education provided and to create an extroverted educational system, which will be in interaction with the educational systems of other countries in today's globalized environment.