The role of the secretary has been upgraded in recent years and this has created the need for proper theoretical education and practical training of students so that they meet the technological requirements of a modern work environment. This programme provides all the necessary resources for successful and efficient employment in a wide range of businesses and organisations in the public, semi-private and private sectors, with upper level knowledge and skills in all areas.
Graduates of this programme can gain employment in most of the major business areas, in particular, the banks, insurance companies, finance houses, computer companies and the public service.
Semester 1 | ||
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SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Office Organisation | 3 | 6 |
Greek Typing I | 4 | 6 |
English Typing I | 4 | 6 |
Basic Concepts of Computers and Internet | 2 | 4 |
Public Relations Principles | 2 | 4 |
Greek for Business | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 17 | 30 |
Semester 2 | ||
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SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Office Management | 3 | 6 |
Greek Typing II | 4 | 6 |
English Typing II | 4 | 6 |
Text Editing | 2 | 4 |
Marketing Principles | 2 | 4 |
Basic Accounting Concepts | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 17 | 30 |
Semester 3 | ||
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SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Financial Transactions | 3 | 6 |
Greek Typing III | 4 | 6 |
English Typing III | 4 | 6 |
Spreadsheets | 2 | 4 |
Computerized Accounting | 2 | 4 |
English for Business | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 17 | 30 |
Semester 4 | ||
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SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Introduction to Business Management | 2 | 4 |
Greek Typing IV | 4 | 6 |
English Typing IV | 4 | 6 |
Presentations | 2 | 4 |
Website Development and Management | 2 | 4 |
Customer service | 3 | 6 |
TOTAL | 17 | 30 |
Semester 5 | ||
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SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Green Practices in Office Management | 2 | 4 |
Internet and Communication | 2 | 4 |
Social Psychology | 2 | 4 |
Human Resource Management | 2 | 4 |
Business Management | 2 | 4 |
Corporate Social Responsibility | 2 | 4 |
Accounting | 3 | 6 |
TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
Semester 6 | ||
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SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Management of Social Media | 2 | 4 |
Databases | 2 | 4 |
Interpersonal Communication | 2 | 4 |
Basic Principles of Finance | 2 | 4 |
Public Relations | 2 | 4 |
Multiculturalism Management | 2 | 4 |
Practical Training | 5** | 6 |
TOTAL | 17 | 30 |
* P. P. W: Periods per week. Duration: 55 minutes
Office Οrganization
The aim of the course is to teach students how the office in businesses or organizations operates, the methods of filing, and the necessary equipment used in an office.
Greek Typing I
The course is designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in Greek using the blind system.
English Typing I
The course is designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in English using the blind system.
Basic Concepts of Computers and Internet
The course aims to help students understand the basic concepts of computer science. In terms of hardware and software and its use in daily life, data storage, operating system core functions and its relation to other applications.
Public Relations Principles
The course aims to introduce, describe, explain and analyze the functions of public relations in the modern social and business environment.
Greek for Business
The purpose of the course is to familiarize students with the writing skills in Greek language depending on the type of document both in their working and social daily life.
Office Management
This course aims to enable students to understand and apply the procedures and the various methods of managing the office of a business or of an organization.
Greek Typing II
The Greek Typing Courses are designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in Greek using the blind system.
English Typing II
The English Typing Courses are designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in English using the blind system.
Text Editing
The purpose of the course is to familiarize the students with the use of a computer-based word processing application to perform daily tasks related to the creation, formatting and completion of documents ready for distribution.
Marketing Principles
The main objective of this course is to present the most important issues related to marketing in the modern business environment and to emphasize the value of the "customer-centred" culture that should characterize every business or organization.
Basic Accounting Concepts
The objective of the course is for students to acquire basic knowledge in Accounting.
Financial Τransactions
The aim of the course is to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills in organizing and conducting wholesale and retail trade, the process and formalities related to domestic and foreign sales, the organization and operation of banks and insurance companies.
Greek Τyping III
The Greek Typing Courses are designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in Greek using the blind system.
English Typing III
The English Typing Courses are designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in English using the blind system.
Spreadsheets
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the use of spreadsheets and their applications in a computer.
Computerized Accounting
The purpose of this course is to train students in the functions of the computerized accounting system.
English for Business
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the English composition of various documents that deal with their everyday work and social life.
Introduction to Business Management
The course aims to help students develop a structured conceptual background that enables them to understand businesses and organizations, along with the management of financial organizations.
Greek Typing IV
The Greek Typing Courses are designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in Greek using the blind system.
English Typing IV
The English Typing Courses are designed to help students progress gradually and correctly type various commercial and other type of documents in English using the blind system.
Presentations
The course aims to train students in computer software for online presentations
Website Development and Management
The aim of the course is to teach students the basic concepts of internet, websites, names and accessibility as well as how to design and develop a website with default thematic direction and specific purpose and functions.
Customer Service
The course aims to familiarize students with good behavior practices for customers and to manage their needs.
Green Practices in Office Management
The purpose of the course is for students to understand the "green" practices that can be administered in an office to reduce the "Eco-footprint" of its operation. Also, to understand the benefits of these practices for both business and the environment.
Internet and Communication
The aim of the course is for students to understand the concepts and terms of the Internet, internet security issues and web browsing, as well as to become familiar with e-mail and its use.
Social Psychology
The purpose of this course is to teach students the nature and causes of a person's behavior, as well as the factors that shape emotions and behavior in social situations. In addition, the course aims to highlight the influences of society and of the social context on individual’s development as well as on its personality.
Human Resource Management
The purpose of the course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage human resources within an organized organizational framework.
Business Management
The course Business Organization and Management is a continuation of the introductory course “Introduction to Business Management”. It is an integrated approach to the science of Organization and Business Management and aims to support students to acquire knowledge and skills so that they understand and apply problem solving methods in the field of business management.
Corporate Social Responsibility
The course aims to gain knowledge on Corporate Social Responsibility issues, as well as its importance and of business ethics in modern organizations.
Accounting
The purpose of the course is to teach students the basics of accounting and the applications of modern accounting business and to acquire accounting thinking skills that will prepare them for their integration into the labor market and the business world.
Management of Social Media
The course aims to acquire knowledge and skills regarding online social media.
Databases
The aim of the course is to teach the students the basic concepts of databases and familiarize them with simple applications of computer databases.
Interpersonal Communication
The purpose of the course is to help students develop an awareness of communication techniques as well as an understanding of themselves and others. In addition, it aims to help students explore individual communication styles and their impact on the personal and work environment.
Basic Principles of Finance
The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the basic principles of Microeconomic Theory.
Public Relations
The aim of the course is to introduce students to the most basic theoretical concepts and practical applications for communication issues related to office organization.
Multiculturalism Management
The course aims to acquire the scientific knowledge and skills necessary for students to adequately meet the demands of modern multicultural reality and to understand and address the complexities of societies.
Practical Training
The purpose of the Practical Training is the practical application of the knowledge gained during the studies. The Practical training takes place in College-approved companies / organizations and is inspected by the course instructor.
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: 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: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: COMPUTER SCIENCE
Programmes of Study: MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES, HOTEL MANAGEMENT, OFFICE ADMINISTRATION AND SECRETARIAL STUDIES, CULINARY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Short cv: Ms Sofia Pratzioti is a Lecturer at KES College since 2017. She holds a Master's Degree in International Business from the University of Birmingham and a Master's Degree in Information and Communication Systems from the Open University of Cyprus. Additionally, she holds a Degree in Computer Science from the Ionian University. Since 2010 she works as a Lecturer and collaborates with higher education educational institutions in Cyprus, teaching subjects of her specialty.