Logistics

2 years/120 ECTS, Diploma, Plus an Optional Foundation Year

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Accredited Programme by The Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CY.Q.A.A.)
Government Grant up to €3.420 for each year of study (with income criteria)

Logistics involves the organisation, movement and storage of materials and the people associated with them. By extension, it is the science of order and the optimisation of all human efforts. From the classification of vegetables to steel production and exploration of space. It is the cornerstone of all modern economies, a set of tools, techniques and strategies that accompany goods and services from the start of the process to production, storage and dispatch, and distribution to final consumers.

Job Opportunities

Inventory Advisor
Warehouse Assistant
Transportation Coordinator
Production Coordinator
Operations Coordinator
Supply Chain & Operations Coordinator

Programme’s Purpose, Objectives and Learning Outcomes

Program’s purpose and objectives:
The Programme’s purpose is to provide the students firstly, with a general overview of Logistics as a topic of study and furthermore to focus on the important functions of Logistics such as warehousing and inventory management and their role in Supply Chain management. At the same, modern knowledge is offered based on the new trends in the industry and the technologies apply in it.

Learning outcomes:
Upon successful completion of their studies, students are expected to:
• acquire detailed knowledge of the Logistics processes

perform Logistics operations in an organization from a managerial position

• apply for executive positions in the Supply Chain
• gain sufficient knowledge in Management, Marketing and Finance topics and their importance/direct affiliation to Logistics
• have extensive knowledge of Logistics and their role in Supply Chain management in the private and public sector
• use standard Logistics software packages and understand their role in supply chain management
• implement sustainability and green policies in Logistics and Supply Chain
• be able to use the appropriate Logistics tools and policies and propose effective supply chain management solutions
• be able to distinguish between a variety of options the most efficient Supply Chain selection and its management based on the type of the company

Programme Structure

Semester 1
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Introduction to Statistics	3	6
Introduction to Computers for Logistics	3	6
Principles of Management	3	6
Introduction to Transport and Transportation	3	6
Introduction to Logistics	3	6
TOTAL	15	30

Semester 2
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Procurement and Inventory Management	3	6
Introduction to Economics	3	6
Principles of Accounting	3	6
Transport and Transportation Logistics	3	6
Supply Chain Management	3	6
TOTAL	15	30

Semester 3
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Introduction to Marketing	3	6
Organisational Behaviour	3	6
Introduction to Finance	3	6
ERP and Warehouse and Distribution Management	3	6
Purchasing Logistics	3	6
TOTAL	15	30

Semester 4
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Import / Export Management	3	6
Human Resource Management	2	4
Business Law and its relevance in Logistics	2	4
Advanced Global Logistics	3	6
Practical Training I	3	6
Warehouse Management Systems Software	2	4
TOTAL	15	30

*P.P.W.: Period per week. Duration: 55 minutes

Programme Syllabi

Introduction to Statistics

Introduce participants to the basics of statistics and its applications and uses. Topics include the proper display and description of data as well as an understanding of the normal curve, regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing.

Introduction to Computers for Logistics

The course focuses on the latest application of software and operating systems used in the business world. The course will prepare students to use computers, understand the basics of operation systems and to be able to access word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and the Internet through "hands-on" laboratory sessions.

Principles of Management

Introduce students to basic business principles and concepts. There will be a particular focus on two major schools of management: the classical (traditional) theories and the modern (contemporary) theories of management.

Introduction to Transport and Transportation

The course introduces the key ideas, concepts and themes of transport and transportation. It offers an empirical theoretical analysis and appreciation of the important role of transport for economic, environmental and urban activities.

Introduction to Logistics

This course highlights the core activities in logistics management and introduces students to the fundamentals of logistics.

Procurement and Inventory Management

This course places emphasis on the design and management of processes and control systems of the inbound supply chain.

Introduction to Economics

Introduce economics, principles, theory and fundamentals. Topics include an introduction to the main principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics as well as an identification of the market structures in specific economic systems, including the concepts of perfect and imperfect competition.

Principles of Accounting

This is an introductory accounting course. It imparts accounting information from the perspective of the external users (i.e. investors and creditors), study of accepted accounting principles, recording of accounting entries for business transactions, accounting cycle, profit measurement, adjusting entries, merchandise accounting, owner’s equity reports and the preparation of financial statements.

Transport and Transportation Logistics

The course builds the key ideas, concepts and themes of transport and transportation geography covering the bases of the discipline for students of transportation logistics. It is an empirical theoretical discourse that highlights the important role of transport for economic, environmental, and urban activities.

Supply Chain Management

The course highlights the activities involved in the flow of products and information between the suppliers, customers, producers, and service providers.

Introduction to Marketing

Introduce students to the science of Marketing and its applications in business and organisations. There will be an analysis of the activities, institutions and offerings related to the process of marketing and the value that can be created as part of this process for the organizations, the customers and the society at large.

Organisational Behaviour

Diagnose and analyse business organisational micro and macro environments and the impact that individuals, groups of people and structures have on overall organizational success.

Introduction to Finance

Introduce students to principles and practices of finance and investments. Topics include the determination of the different sources of income for an organization, budgeting preparation as well as the importance of the use of credit.

ERP and Warehouse and Distribution Management

This course covers the functions, techniques, and tools utilized generally within the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system of an organization, analysing its relationship with elements and concepts such as: materials management (MM), supply chain management (SPC), customer relationship management (CRM), finance and human resource management (HRM). In-depth emphasis is given on the relationship.

Purchasing Logistics

This course introduces various aspects of purchasing and their impact on materials management, supply chain, transportation and global logistics processes.

Import / Export Management

This course introduces the elements of import and export operations from transportation to documentation, finance, and security and the effects these have, on the global supply chain.

Human Resource Management

Introduce the basic principles of human resource management in organizations and the processes that can have a potential negative or positive impact in the overall productivity of employees, working both as individuals and in groups.

Business Law and its relevance in Logistics

The course covers the basics of Business Law and reviews, its relevance and applications in Supply Chain Logistics.

Advanced Global Logistics

This course covers the advanced application of global operations and logistics strategies, planning, technology, risk and management necessary to cope with the global business environment.

Practical Training I

Students will have practice in industrial, commercial and administrative organisations. Over a period of 12 weeks, students will have the opportunity to observe and take notes of relevant to their areas key aspects, tools and systems as they are implemented in the organisation they are at.

Warehouse Management Systems Software

This course provides for a basic understanding of the practices and technologies used in a Warehousing Management System (WMS) software in order to optimize the warehouse operations within the supply chain network of an organisation.

Academic Staff

Coordinator of the Programme: Marina Konstantinou

Office: 5 Kallipolis Avenue, 1055 Nicosia

Tel.: 00357 22875737, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Employment Status: Part Time

Position: Lecturer

Specialization: Supply Chain and Logistics

Programmes of Study: Logistics

Short CV: Mr Konstantinos Chrysikopoulos has started as a Lecturer in KES College as of January 2021. He is a highly experienced Supply Chain executive with extensive exposure and expertise in the global market environments. He holds a degree in Business Administration and Statistics from the University of Piraeus, a certificate in Logistics from Imadel, Switzerland and is awarded with an APICS-CSCP certificate.

During his 30 years of career, he held many executive positions as Supply Chain and Logistics Director as well as General Manager in reputable national and multinational organizations in Greece and abroad, operating in different distribution channels and industries.

Konstantinos is a certified trainer in Cyprus and Greece and has trained various professionals in Supply Chain topics with more than 2000 seminar hours in Greece, Cyprus, Romania, Bulgaria, UAE and Qatar.

He is a member of the Board of Directors of Cyprus Supply Chain and Operations Organization (KYFEAS), member of ELA (European Logistics Association) and a former member of the board of EEL (Hellenic Logistics Company).
Employment Status: Part Time

Position: Lecturer

Specialization: LOGISTICS

Programmes of Study: LOGISTICS

Short cv: Mr. Demetris Constantinou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2017. He holds a Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Higher Technological Institute and a BSc in Technology Management from the Oxford Brookes University. Moreover he holds an MBA from CIIM. His professional career began in 2004 after completing his studies. He started working for MPM Eurocars, as Purchasing Supervisor and Warehouse and Supply Chain Assistant. In 2006 he worked at ALCO Filters Ltd, as a Sales Supervisor for one year. He then worked until 2010 at the Cyprus Airways Department of Engineers and Warehouses at Larnaca Airport, as Warehouse and Supply Chain Manager. From 2010 - 2015 he worked for Etex Ltd, as a Group Sales Coordinator and Import and Export Supervisor. Since then, he has been working for a law firm in Cyprus as accounts manager in the compliance department. At the same time, since 2017 he has been lecturing and delivering seminars in the Supply Chain area. He teaches subjects of his specialty.
Employment Status: Full Time

Position: Lecturer

Specialization: ACCOUNTING

Programmes of Study: LOGISTICS, HOTEL MANAGEMENT, CULINARY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, OFFICE ADMINISTRATION AND SECRETARIAL STUDIES, PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN)

Short cv: Mr Demetris Demetriou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2015. He is in possession of a Post Graduate Degree in Εducational Leadership and Politics from Cyprus Open University and a Degree (BSc) in Accounting and Finance from University of North Texas. He is an Accounting Lecturer in numerous educational institutions from 1992. Moreover he worked as an Auditor from 1988 to 1991 acquiring significant experience on issues related to his profession. He also participated in numerous seminars whereby, he had the opportunity to enrich his knowledge and improve his skills. He is accredited by the Human Resource Development Authority as an internal trainer.
Employment Status: Part Time

Position: Lecturer

Specialization: Supply Chain and Logistics

Programmes of Study: Logistics

Short CV: Mr Loizos Eracleous is a Lecturer at KES College as of 2021 in the subject area of Supply Chain & Logistics. He is a Senior Manager at iMinder Ltd in Supply Chain Advisory Services. He has more than 20 years of working experience in Logistics and Supply Chain from various industries in Cyprus. He was a Country Manager of Planning Cyprus Ltd (supply and logistics consulting firm) and worked as a Logistics Manager in a 3PL company for six years. He holds a BSc in Industrial Engineering from Northeastern University. He has a lot of experience in the field of Master layouts design/ redesign of warehouse & distribution, Process Redesign, Cost reduction / cost optimization, Logistics networks optimization, Business Process Reengineering, Optimization of Warehouse Management Systems, Optimization of Fleet Management Systems, Design of training programs. He is a member of ETEK and KYFEAS (Cyprus Supply Chain and Operational Operations Agency).
Employment Status: Full Time

Position: Programme Coordinator, Senior Lecturer

Specialization: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, LOGISTICS

Programmes of Study: CULINARY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, LOGISTICS, MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES, CULINARY ARTS

Short cv: Ms Marina Konstantinou is a Coordinator of the Logistics, Business Management, Office Management and Secretarial Studies Programs of Studies and a Senior Lecturer at KES College since 2019. She holds an MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Cranfield University and a BSc in Business Administration from the University of Macedonia. She has successfully worked in the retail sector as a Purchasing Executive where she specialized in food and management of the supply chain. She also worked for seven years as a Purchasing Manager in the industry sector. She teaches subjects of her specialty.
Employment Status: Part Time

Position: Senior Lecturer

Specialization: Maths and Statistics

Programmes of Study: Logistics

Short CV: Dr Sophia Kyriakou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2020. She holds a PhD in Statistical Science (University College London), a MSc in Applied Statistics (University of Oxford), and a BSc in Mathematics (Aristotle University). Since 2014 she teaches Statistics to undergraduate and postgraduate students. She also teaches Mathematics in secondary schools.

Publications:

Kyriakou, S., Kosmidis, I., & Sartori, N. (2019). Median bias reduction in random-effects meta-analysis and meta-regression. Statistical methods in medical research, 28(6), 1622-1636.
Employment Status: Full Time

Position: Lecturer

Specialization: MARKETING

Programmes of Study: HOTEL MANAGEMENT, TRAVEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT, CULINARY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, BEAUTY THERAPY AND BEAUTY THERAPY UNITS MANAGEMENT, MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES, LOGISTICS

Short cv: Mr Costas Yerokostas is a Lecturer at KES College from 2005 - May 2016 and October 2017 - present. He holds an MBA and a BSc in Marketing Management from the University of Florida Metropolitan. Between 2016 and 2017 he was employed as a Deputy Academic Director at a higher education institution. He also worked as the Head of the Marketing & Subscriptions Service Department at CreditInfo Cyprus from 2004 to 2008 and at Leptos Group of Companies as a Marketing Executive from 2000 to 2002.

Foundation Course

Students with difficulties in English that do not meet the admission criteria for English language are required to attend and complete the Foundation Course before joining any main programme of study. The duration of the Foundation Course usually lasts (1)one or up to (2)two semesters.

The main objective of the Foundation Course is to provide the necessary knowledge and English language skills required to ensure that students are eligible and prepared to follow their main academic programme of choice.

The Foundation Course is offered three times a year in October, February and June.

By successfully completing the Foundation course, a certificate of attendance will be issued.

* Important note: At the end of the Foundation Course, no credit, transcript or any qualification will be issued and/or given.

Programme Structure and Course Descriptions

Foundation Course
COURSES	P.P.W*
Greek Language	3
Techniques in Writing	4
English Language	5
Introduction to Computers	2
Communication Skills	4
TOTAL	18
*PPW: Periods per week. Duration of the teaching period: 55 minutes

Greek Language

This course introduces non-Greek speaking students to the use of Greek Language in their everyday life, teaching them basic grammar and vocabulary.

Techniques in Writing

This course aims to help students use written English in real-life situations. It is designed to build the student’s ability to communicate their ideas in written form. The content is carefully selected to motivate students and stimulate learning.

English Language

This course aims to teach new students the basic structures of English and to demonstrate how English is used in real-life situations, enabling students to use it in meaningful contexts. It is designed to build the student’s ability to communicate their ideas fluently, accurately and confidently. The content is carefully selected to motivate students and stimulate learning.

Introduction to Computers

This course prepare students to become informed and proficient users of computers, to understand the main concepts of Information Technology (IT) and to acquire knowledge and skills in using the basic functions of a computer processor.