Business College Courses in Athens, Greece

Alpine Center, Athens:
With a diverse student body and faculty representing over 30 nationalities, Alpine Center in Athens has been preparing students for management and leadership positions in the service economy for the past 20 years. Research our programmes, check our references, and then join us for a brilliant future!

Hotel Management/Swiss Diploma:
The 3-year International Hospitality and Tourism Management programme at Alpine covers all the major theoretical and practical components of a hotel operation. It also enables the student to acquire the business skills necessary to manage a hotel operation profitably, while at the same time adhering to world-class standards. The first... Read more about Swiss Diploma (2 years)

Hotel Operations Certificate:
Semester 1 (20 weeks, 110 credits) of the programme includes the following specific modules

Hotel Management Diploma:
Semester 3 (20 weeks, 120 credits) of the programme includes the following specific modules

Swiss Higher Diploma:
A more vocationally focused route to the BA(Hons) degree is also available and allows students to complete the same International Hospitality and Tourism programme in four years, allowing for more... Swiss Higher Diploma with concentration in E&C (3 years)

Swiss Higher Diploma (HOC):
Certificate in Hotel Operations (HOC)
(Year 1 / Semesters 1 & 2)

Swiss Higher Diploma (HMV):
Hotel Management Vocational
(Year 2 / Semesters 3 & 4)

Swiss Higher Diploma (HMVD):
Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel Management with concentration in Events & Conventions
(Year 3 / Semester 5)

International Hospitality & Tourism Management:I
BA(Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management. The hospitality industry, which includes the four principal sectors of lodging, transportation, food and beverage and recreation, is the fastest-growing industry in the world today. Whenever you travel, dine out, or spend.

Culinary Arts:
Three Years to a BA(Hons) or BA(Ord) Degree and Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts Management. This unique and innovative higher education programme is designed for future leaders in the culinary profession. It is a careful balance of the management and 'hands-on' skills required in this challenging field. The course will give students a range of managerial skills to run their own business and also a high level of practical skills to allow the restaurateur or chef to provide a unique culinary experience to their customers.

The two industry placements of 20 weeks each in the first two years of study are designed to give students first hand experience and, at the same time, give them the opportunity to put their theoretical knowledge into practice. Throughout the three years of the programme students are taught how to be creative and innovative whilst working in teams. The first two years of study which focus on food preparation skills with a perspective on dietary issues and international cuisine, menu planning and costing, food science, nutrition and hygiene, accounting, human resource management and small and medium enterprises management and leads to the award of the Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts. The third year of study includes more managerial modules. The BA(Hons) degree requires the completion of a dissertation whereas the BA(Ord) degree does not.

Travel & Tourism:
BTEC/EDEXCEL HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
LEADING TO THE BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS)
INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT

Three years to a BA(Hons) Degree and Higher National Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management
Aimed at those planning to work in, or are already working in the thriving travel and tourism industry. The course incorporates travel industry principles, hands-on training and the general business skills required in the management of travel and tourism operations. Individuals will also acquire and develop transferable skills such as communication and problem solving that will enable them to meet changing circumstances that they will encounter in the travel and tourism business environment.

The Higher National Diploma Travel and Tourism Management programme covers a period of two years, each year consisting of six months of study at Alpine followed by a period of industry experience at an approved travel or travel related company. Upon successful completion of the first two years of study including the industry placements students are awarded the BTEC Higher National Diploma in Travel & Tourism which provides direct entry into the BA(Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management degree course.

Events & Conventions Management:
Swiss Diploma in Events & Conventions Management. This is an industry-driven programme with a specialized Advisory Board representing all segments of the local and international events and conventions industry overseeing the curriculum of the course and inviting international and local experts as guest speakers to supplement and enrich the course.

Additionally, the Board ensures that all the students enrolled on the programme are provided with exciting internship opportunities within leading companies to complete the industry placement requirements. Other strategies used to incorporate current industrial developments into the curriculum include organising student visits, using assessments based on industry scenarios and case studies, and practical sessions utilising the school's laboratory facilities.

Students completing the 4-year track to a BA(Hons) degree in International Hospitality & Tourism Management also receive a Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel Management with a concentration in Events & Conventions Management.

Foundation Programme in Hospitality Management:
This preparatory programme in hospitality and tourism management is designed for students who do not meet the English language requirements of the ALPINE Entrance Test and interviews. The course aims to improve students’ existing English language skills to enable them to continue at ALPINE. The programme lasts six months and includes intensive English language modules and introduces students to the full programmes of study.

MASTER OF ARTS INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY & TOURISM LEADERSHIP:
The multidisciplinary nature of this widely recognised business leadership degree, with its emphasis on the international hospitality and tourism industry, allows students to develop transferable leadership skills and apply them across any industry. The MA programme (Parts 1 and 2) will provide graduates with the knowledge base and competencies to critically analyse and research a range of sectors within the international hospitality and tourism industry from different leadership and functional perspectives.

Most importantly, it will encourage graduates to develop appropriate and effective leadership responses to strategic opportunities and challenges which, in turn, will give them a competitive edge in a rapidly expanding and changing marketplace. Part 1 leads to the award of the Postgraduate Diploma, while Part 2 which includes the writing of a Dissertation leads to the award of the Master of Arts degree in International Hospitality & Tourism Leadership.

This exciting and unique programme, which is awarded by the Federal University of Wales, UK, can be completed in one academic year (by full-time students) or two academic years (by part-time students) and is primarily aimed at those managers and aspiring managers who are now ready to move beyond management to leadership positions in their industry or organisation.

Spa Management Certificate Course:
Alpine Center was pleased to receive a number of enquiries from current spa employees including therapists wishing to upgrade their positions and enrich their knowledge. We also received commendations from companies that sell products to the spa industry, mentioning that many spas seem to lack management expertise.

Alpine Center , the Swiss Business School for Hotel & Tourism Management Education in Greece, appointed Mr. Axel Ludwig Bernhard as Course Advisor and distinguished lecturer to the Spa Management Course to be launched this November. Mr. Bernhard, a Spa Consultant with over 22 years of experience in the wellness industry, has worked and experienced the development of the wellness industry in Asia, Australia, Europe and the Middle East. He has been involved in turnkey projects and has consulted many spa owners on issues concerning design and facilities management to products and services, quality customer service and effective staff management and marketing.

John Papadopoulos, a member of Alpine’s Advisory Board for the Spa Management course, and who has a wealth of experience in the spa industry, believes that spas with full service have a great future! Tailor made care is key. “A spa should not offer stereo type treatments, but should aim at satisfying each customer individually” said Mr. Papadopoulos.

“Hoteliers have not given spas their full attention”, said Mrs. Hofmann, President of Alpine Center. Spas should be revenue generators because there is a huge need for the products and services they offer. Hoteliers have to invest in knowledge and human resources to make their spas more profitable! Education - once more - is key to a successful business. Spas are in dire need of well qualified and educated managers. When you invest in them, then the return of investment will be appreciated.

Alpine Center is a member of the International Spa Association.