The Aviation Management with Pilot Studies program combines necessary business knowledge with the opportunity for students to become fully qualified commercial pilots, preparing them for a promising career in aviation, higher pilot ranks, as well as managerial positions within the aviation industry.

As the program balances the two disciplines, you will understand the relationships between industry stakeholders from airlines and airports to operators and regulators.

Develop your personal leadership and managerial skills while studying at ACT and continue your education to complete your pilot training at the Egnatia Aviation premises, among Europe’s top 5 airline pilot training academies.

ACT adj. professor Christos Aliprantis (Division of Humanities and Social Sciences) has been awarded funding from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Tsagadas Trust) to become the principal investigator in a research group for 2023-2024.

The group's focus shall be the social history of the Greek security forces (cities' police; gendarmerie; Greek police) between 1944 and 1990, and it will be hosted by the Department of Political Science and Public Administration of the University of Athens.

Moreover, Aliprantis also earned an individual research fellowship from New Europe College, an institute for advanced study in Bucharest, Romania, between March and July 2024 to investigate comparatively the Romanian police forces in the Communist era (1947-1989). His longer-term research aim is a broader project on policing and state coercion in the twentieth-century Balkans and the Mediterranean.

On Wednesday, 21 June 2023, ACT bade farewell to the graduating Class of 2023. The Commencement Ceremony occurred at the outdoor amphitheater of the ACT campus, marking the successful completion of a demanding academic period for the class of 2023.

Dr. Stamos Karamouzis, ACT Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs extended a warm welcome to all those graduates and their families who have traveled far to be present at the Commencement Ceremony. He underlined the institution's mission and contribution to society by instilling in students democratic and civic awareness, a sense of individual and social responsibility, and a spirit of esteem for others, social institutions, and the environment. Dr. Karamouzis thanked parents, family members, and faculty for the achievement of the graduating class.   

This year's keynote speaker was Haig Basmadjian, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of Nestlé USA and ACT Class of 2001 alumnus. Haig Basmadjian grew up in Thessaloniki and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the American College of Thessaloniki. In 2008 he obtained a Master's in Business Administration from INSEAD. He is currently the Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer of Nestlé USA, a subsidiary of Nestle, one of the world's largest Consumer Packaged Goods companies with revenue exceeding $100 billion. His responsibilities span managing a $15 billion portfolio of more than 30 brands of Nestlé in the US market, leading the long-term strategic planning process, unlocking growth opportunities through capital investments and acquisitions, and driving critical transformational and change-management initiatives. In his 20-year career, Mr. Basmadjian has worked in various commercial roles in Greece, France, Switzerland, and the US (Los Angeles, Cleveland, and Washington, DC). Before leaving Thessaloniki to start his career in Athens, he was also actively engaged in his family business, an exclusive supplier of high-quality materials to the shoe industry. 

During his inspiring and encouraging speech, Mr. Basmadjian urged the graduates to embrace the challenges ahead with curiosity and determination. "If you remove the fear of failure and take a leap of faith, you will see firsthand that pushing beyond your comfort zone will lead to incredible personal growth." He stressed the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and argued that Confidence and work ethic are critical pillars of success. "The world is filled with talented individuals, but it is those who are willing to put in the extra effort, go the extra mile, and consistently strive for excellence who rise above the rest," he pointed out, using examples of his own experience at ACT and his professional life and sharing memories and lessons learned from his Armenian ancestors who arrived in Greece in the early 1990s. 

The ceremony proceeded with this year's Teaching Excellence Award. Celebrating the positive impact of ACT faculty, the Teaching Excellence Award honored Dr. Andreas Anestis, Assistant Professor of Biology. In addition to his excellent teaching, as testified by student and faculty feedback, Andreas has a solid research record, focusing lately on pandemic-related issues, and he has made a significant contribution to the development and launch of ACT's new Biological Sciences degree. Sevasti Kessapidou, Ph.D., Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Executive Director, Lifelong Learning Center, and Evripidis Constantinidis, the newly elected President of the ACT Alumni Association, conferred the award to Mr. Anestis.

Mr. Emmanuel Maou, Chair of the Division of Science and Technology, presented the Valedictorian for the Undergraduate Class of 2023, Georgios – Panagiotis Katsonis, from Thessaloniki. Georgios started his studies at ACT in September 2019 and has been actively involved in extracurricular activities. His most recent achievements include a scientific paper publication at the 12th Scientific Conference of Medical School Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (March 2023). 

Dr. Nikolaos L. Hourvouliades, Chair of Business Studies, announced the Valedictorian for the graduate class 2023, Ms. Dimitra Paneris, a student who came from Canada for her Master's and graduated with almost a perfect grade.  

Ekaterina (Katya) Vasileva graduated with the highest Political Science and IR GPA. She received the William McGrew Award for Excellence in International Relations from Dr. Maria Kyriakidou, Chair of the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences, and Dr. Roxanne Giampapa, Head of Pinewood - American International School. Katya had an overall GPA of 3.90. She was a NATO Innovation Hub Intern and then a Fellow, and she participated in the summer school ACT co-organized with the University of Jena in Kavala in 2022 with great motivation. 

Eleni (Elli) Tsachtani received the Alki Kyriakidou-Nestoros Memorial Prize for Excellence in Liberal Arts for 2023. Ellie has earned 3.97, the highest grade point average within the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences. She is a non-traditional student with multiple degrees, a professional musician, passionate about psychology, and a real-life example that 'learning never ends.' Dr. Panos Vlachos, Anatolia College President, and Dr. Aimiliza Stefanidou, Coordinator of Psychology Programs, conferred the award on her. 

This year the Stavros Niarchos Award for Excellence in Computing was presented to Ioannis Kiakos, a highly active student who has served as a Lead of the newly established ACT - Google Developers Student Club, currently a Fellow at the ACT NATO Innovation Hub as well as the founder of Fight Club Hellas. 

Antonios Flokas received the Athletic Award, which recognizes the achievements of its graduating members in sports. ACT sports are about sportsmanship, fun, and improving your teammates. This year's award recipient ticks all of these boxes, consistently demonstrating leadership and respect on the court. Haig BasmadjianS and Stepan Partemian, Athletic and Student Activities Coordinator presented the award.

Antonios Pagonis and Adina Gjoshe read the graduation pledge.

Dr. Panos Vlachos, Anatolia College President, presented the Class of 2023 and congratulated all students for their efforts and achievements.

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Introduction

The demand for professionals who can deliver trauma-informed practices in educational and healthcare settings is on the rise, especially when most are so often over-tasked and under-resourced to prioritize self-care. The Graduate Certificate in Trauma and Resilience in Educational Environments provides an interdisciplinary curriculum that integrates psychology, research, and trauma-informed practices. Graduate students will be taught how to practice self-care, network with other professionals and expand their knowledge and skills of trauma-informed and resilience-building techniques that they can implement for themselves and for communities served.

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Who should consider this certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Trauma and Resilience in Educational Environments is aimed at practicing professionals from a range of disciplines and professional settings where interacting with traumatized children, young people, families, and communities is common, including social work, policing and criminal justice, education, and health. The flexible online format allows working professionals to balance their studies with their busy schedules, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to make a positive impact in their work settings.

Learning objectives

• Understand how to support students and staff who have experienced trauma and adapt the learning environment to successfully meet their academic, socio-emotional, and behavioral needs
• Increase awareness among helping professionals about the prevalence and nature of trauma experiences among diverse population groups and experiences and the role resilience plays in creating positive future health outcomes
• Create safer, more supportive and empowering environments
• Pursue areas of study about trauma that are of particular interest to their practice or professional development in a broad range of clinical and non-clinical settings

Career outcomes

In addition to building a foundation on trauma-informed practices in educational environments, graduates will also gain the transferrable skills, knowledge, and expertise sought-after by employers in various sectors. Graduates may choose to explore career opportunities in health, education, human services, as well as government and non-governmental agencies and healthcare organizations.

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Delivery

Flexible Delivery: One week face-to-face and one week online teaching (synchronous teaching and asynchronous work)

• Starting September 23, 2024: PSY 515, PSY 520* & PSY 570
• Starting April 7, 2025: BUS MAN 433

*PSY 520 is fully online 2hrs/week.

Admission requirements

1. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field of study, preferably in the field of Humanities and Social Sciences.
2. An interview with Admissions, and a CV should be submitted along with the application form.
3. Proficiency in the English language evidenced through a B2 certification in English Language. ACT graduates and graduates from other accredited English-speaking institutions are not required to submit evidence of Proficiency in the English language.
4. The program coordinator will be conducting individual interviews with candidates that will also be taken into account before admission. 

If you have already set up your mind and wish to apply to this program, please submit the application available here.

Completion requirements

To successfully complete the certificate program, students must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.33 in the four courses taken. Note: A GPA of 2.33 is equivalent to a C+.

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Introduction

The Graduate Diploma in Data Science at ACT - The American College of Thessaloniki, aims to provide its participants with the necessary skills to comprehend big data through hands-on practice, enabling them to deliver their expertise on multiple scientific domains. Through this hybrid delivery program, you will develop an up-to-date understanding of modern data analytics, learn the foundations of data analysis, develop and practice basic and advanced methods for analysis through the use of relevant tool sets, as well as delve into the fascinating world of Machine Learning.

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Who should consider this certificate

The Graduate Diploma in Data Science is designed for professionals from diverse backgrounds such as Science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Engineering, Bio-medicine, Computer Science, Pharmaceutical and Medical sector, etc., willing to enhance their personal skills and expertise on the state-of-the-arts area of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence and directly apply this knowledge to their respective fields. The flexibility provided by the hybrid format of this program, allows candidates to balance their studies with their busy schedules and sustain their work-life balance. This certificate is an ideal choice for those seeking to make a positive impact in their organizations and industries.

Learning objectives

• Develop a deep understanding of the principles and practices of Data Science, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence.
• Design and implement strategies for problem solving and decision making.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of different schemes and methodologies relevant to Big Data, Data Analytics, Databases and Artificial Intelligence.
• Understand the role of Data Science in real-life systems.

Career outcomes

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Data Science will be capable of pursuing careers and roles in a wide range of industries. Their skills, knowledge and competences are highly valued by today’s competitive market, and will provide the graduates of this program the opportunity to pursue careers as Big Data Engineers, Data Architects, Database Managers, Data Scientists, Data Analysts, Database Developers, Machine Learning Engineers, Research Scientists and NLP Engineers, in diverse sectors such as Computer Science, Bio-medicine, Medicine, etc.

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Delivery

Flexible Delivery: One week face-to-face and one week online teaching (synchronous teaching and asynchronous work)

Fall 2024 - Term 2

Spring 2025 - Term 3

Admission requirements

1. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Engineering, Information Technology, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Psychology or other Science.
2. A CV should be submitted along with the application form.
3. Proficiency in the English language evidenced through a B2 certification in English Language. ACT graduates and graduates from other accredited English-speaking institutions are not required to submit evidence of Proficiency in the English language.
4. Basic Knowledge of Python

If you have already set up your mind and wish to apply to this program, please submit the application available here.

Completion requirements

To successfully complete this diploma program, students must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.33 in the four courses taken. Note: A GPA of 2.33 is equivalent to a C+.

Continue your education with an MS at Regis University

Regis University shall accept into its MS in Data Science program any recipient of ACT’s Graduate Diploma in Data Science who properly applies to Regis for admission, fulfills all applicable admission requirements, including, but not limited to, demonstrating through an official transcript issued by ACT that s/he maintained a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher at ACT.

Regis University has been designated as a National Center for Excellence in Information Assurance Education by the NSA and DHS since 2007, is home to ABET- and GAC-accredited programs, and we're proud to produce graduates at both the undergraduate and graduate level who continue on to become leaders and stewards of society.

The MS in Data Science offered at Regis University has been selected as one of the Best Online Master's in Data Science Programs, as well as Most Affordable Master's in Data Science in 2023 (source: Fortune Education).

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Introduction

The Graduate Certificate in Executive Leadership at ACT - The American College of Greece is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and skills to lead organizations in today's rapidly evolving global business environment. Through this part-time program, you'll gain a deep understanding of the principles of organizational behavior, effective communication and conflict resolution, as well as leadership in an ever-changing external environment.

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Who should consider this certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Executive Leadership is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding and application of their leadership skills. This program is an excellent fit for those looking to advance their careers in the corporate world. It is also well-suited for individuals in leading roles such as management, marketing, finance, or operations who want to integrate contemporary practices into their existing responsibilities. Additionally, entrepreneurs and business owners interested in developing their executive leadership abilities will benefit from the knowledge and skills acquired in this program. The flexible hybrid format allows working professionals to balance their studies with their busy schedules, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to make a positive impact in their organizations and industries.

Learning objectives

• Develop a deep understanding of the principles and practices of leadership
• Assess the social, environmental, and economic impacts of business decisions.
• Create strategies for motivating and leading people.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of applied HR systems.
• Understand the role of HR management under a changing environment.

Career outcomes

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Executive Leadership will increase their potential in a wide range of industries and roles. They are well-equipped to lead HR initiatives and drive positive change within their organizations. The skills and knowledge gained through this program are highly sought after in today's competitive job market, helping our graduates to make a meaningful impact in their chosen fields.

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Delivery

Flexible Delivery: One week face-to-face and one week online teaching (synchronous teaching and asynchronous work).

• From September 23, 2024: MBA-COM 515 and BUS-MAN 433
• From February 10, 2025: MBA-MNGT 520 and MBA-MNGT 521

Admission requirements

1. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field of study, preferably in Business Administration or Economics.
2. An interview, and a CV should be submitted along with the application form.
3. Proficiency in the English language evidenced through a B2 certification in English Language. ACT graduates and graduates from other accredited English-speaking institutions are not required to submit evidence of Proficiency in the English language.

If you have already set up your mind and wish to apply to this program, please submit the application available here.

Completion requirements

To successfully complete the certificate program, students must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.33 in the four courses taken. Note: A GPA of 2.33 is equivalent to a C+.

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The Dukakis Center hosted its season finale for the 2022-23 academic year at Ypsilon on May 24, 2023, with a lecture featuring Alex Papadopoulos and Triantafyllos Petridis. A lively audience of Anatolia College alums, ACT students, alums, and staff, students from AUTh, and friends of the Dukakis Center were on the edge of their seats for close to two hours of discussion and debate on Hellenism and Hellenisms in Modern Greece. 

Papadopoulos, Professor of Urban and Political Geography, DePaul University, Chicago (and Anatolia College Class of 1980), and Petridis, Director at the 3rd Secondary School in Athens, alternated in English and Greek with material from their jointly published book Hellenic Statecraft and the Geopolitics of Difference (Routledge, 2022). The case studies, which were presented, included the geopolitical context of policy-making in the Modern Greek nation-state, the status of the Pomak community in Northern Greece, and the construction of a new mosque in Athens. 

At the heart of the discussion was how Hellenism has been defined and redefined since 1830 and how to think about competing definitions of what it means to be a Hellene today. Papadopoulos and Petridis sought to unravel the story of state-building, urbanization, and national identity, with a critical role in the North, in Thessaloniki, Macedonia, and Thrace. Papadopoulos and Petridis have been collaborating on similar projects since the mid-1990s. Petridis has written extensively on these same questions in his work on the critical teaching of history and inter-communal reconciliation based on new pedagogies and curricula.

Professor Papadopoulos appeared with the support of the Anatolia College Alumni Association (ΣΑΑΚ) and the Fulbright Foundation Greece. He is currently a Senior Fulbright Scholar at Ionian University, teaching and conducting collaborative research on Anthropocene threats to tangible and intangible cultural heritage(s). 

Professor Alex Papadopoulos

Triantafyllos Petridis

The Dukakis Center is an independent, non-profit unit of ACT - the American College of Thessaloniki. The mission of the Dukakis Center is to inspire youth from both sides of the Atlantic to take an active interest and role in public affairs. Named after three-term Governor of Massachusetts Michael S. Dukakis, the Center has hosted hundreds of public events dedicated to sharing Governor Dukakis’ public service ethos with a new generation of citizens. In 2023-24 the Dukakis Center will celebrate its 25 seasons of public service initiatives in Thessaloniki.

Dr. David Wisner