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Guest Lecture: More Than a Port: Presentation on ThPA S.A.’s Multi-Gateway Intermodal Network
27 November, 3 December 2025
24/11/2025
Developing ESG Leadership | Together for Good Action Series
26-27 November 2025
20/11/2025
Turning Sustainability into Strategy: VIPA Guest Lecture Inspires Business Students
Our business students had the opportunity to engage with Theodoros Panagiotopoulos, People Operations Manager, and Dimitra Karathanasi, HR Business Partner at VIPA Greece, in two inspiring sessions held on 4 and 6 November 2025 across our Thessaloniki Campus. Through “From Waste to Worth: How VIPA Turns Sustainability into Strategy”, students explored how strategic management, leadership, and ethical governance can transform sustainability into long-term business success. The discussions illustrated how VIPA applies the core management functions, showcasing innovation, diversity, and ethics as engines of competitiveness. These events exemplified the bridge between classroom learning and real-world management practice, under the Principles of Management module led by Dr Giovanni Oscar Serafini. A warm thank you to our speakers and to our students for their engagement and thoughtful questions throughout both sessions!
07/11/2025
Presentation: People, performance, and purpose: leadership lessons from M. Arabatzis S.A. - Hellenic Dough
6 November 2025
03/11/2025
Presentation: From waste to worth: How VIPA turns sustainability into strategy
4 & 6 November 2025
31/10/2025
Competing Across Borders: Business Students Collaborate Virtually in International Real-World Challenge
Final-year business students from CITY College, University of York Europe Campus joined forces with peers from the University of York, UK and Symbiosis International, India – SCMS Noida & SIBM Hyderabad – in a groundbreaking virtual collaborative programme that tackled a real-world infrastructure issue with far-reaching implications: the implementation of GNSS-based tolling systems in India. As part of a unique international collaboration between University of York, SCMS Noida and an industrial partner from India, IDFC First Bank, students participated in a 4-months competition challenge designed to develop innovative, practical solutions for distance-based tolling—a pressing need for India's evolving road infrastructure. The project, centered on Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based tolling, required students to understand and address the complexities of applying cutting-edge satellite tolling technology to the Indian landscape. The challenge emphasised not only technical feasibility, but also regulatory, social, and economic aspects. A Learning Journey with Real Impact Dr. Nikos Tsorakidis, Deputy Vice-President for External Engagement and Partnherships, Ms. Violeta Sfouri, Academic Director of the Postgraduate Programme in Business Administration and Economics Department, and Dr. Fenia Mavrodi, Academic Director of the Undergraduate Programme in Business Administration and Economics department, monitored the collaboration on behalf of CITY College, University of York Europe Campus and mentored three of the six teams that participated in the competition; one of which achieved second place (1st runner up) in the competition. For all those involved it felt that this international virtual collaboration was more than an academic exercise—it was a live lab of global learning. Cultures, disciplines, and ideas collided to create solutions that mattered. Students struggled with realistic project constraints, working in diverse, multidisciplinary teams across time zones and continents, varying levels of team participation and the difficulty of accessing technical resources, Despite these hurdles, students delivered comprehensive proposals that balanced innovation with feasibility. Their work addressed issues ranging from dynamic pricing policies and data privacy, to stakeholder education and regulatory reform—all crucial for the successful adoption of GNSS-based tolling in India. Student Insights: Growth through Challenge The experience left a lasting impact on participating students, both academically and personally. “Working on the GNSS-based tolling project for India was a rare and eye-opening journey—where cutting-edge innovation met the reality of complex infrastructure, and diverse minds came together to solve a challenge that was as much about people and culture as it was about technology.” – N.M. Students gained invaluable exposure to project management, cross-cultural communication, and interdisciplinary thinking. They highlighted the opportunity to collaborate with international peers and apply business strategy and innovation in a real-world context. “From scheduling nightmares to breakthrough ideas—this project showed me how diverse minds can still achieve a common goal,” shared B.L., who also credited the project with improving their professional communication and time management skills. Another student reflected on the challenges of engaging with unfamiliar technical content and cultural contexts: “Navigating a new cultural framework pushed me beyond the limits of my general knowledge. I loved the feeling of working in a team and receiving support—it felt like a great practical and academic experience which felt deeply personal.” – E.E. Looking Ahead The success of this collaborative challenge underlines the value of experiential, globally-engaged learning in preparing students for leadership roles in an ever changing working environment. The university remains committed to fostering such opportunities, bridging academia and industry, and empowering students to contribute to international dialogues and solutions.
05/06/2025
Guest Lecture: Behind the Scenes: Tackling Supply Chain Disruptions in Practice
28 April 2025
21/04/2025
Inside KLEEMANN - Real-World HR insights for our business students
An incredible opportunity for our students by a leading lift manufacturer Students from our Business Administration & Economics Department had the incredible opportunity to step beyond the classroom and dive into the world of real-world HR practices during a visit to KLEEMANN's cutting-edge manufacturing facilities in Kilkis. The visit took place as part of the Human Resource Management module, led by Dr Giovanni Serafini. From exploring the company’s 61-meter testing tower to engaging in open discussions about workplace culture, innovation, and people-first values, students gained firsthand insights into what makes a global leader in manufacturing tick. This immersive experience not only brought theory to life but also sparked meaningful reflections on the role of trust, safety, and human-centric HRM in building a breakthrough culture. Huge thanks to KLEEMANN and their wonderful HR team—including Eirini Tilaveridou, Petros Bellis, and Anastasios Kefaladelis—for warmly welcoming our students and generously sharing their expertise.
15/04/2025
Guest Lecture: Brand Transformation on a Traditional Brand
7 April 2025
04/04/2025
Insights into Talent Management: A Guest Lecture by Dimitris Perrakis by the Business Administration & Economics Department
Students from our Business Administration & Economics Department had the opportunity to attend an inspiring online guest lecture on “Talent Management in the Hospitality Industry: Attracting and Retaining Top Talent" by Dimitris Perrakis, General Manager of Helea Lifestyle Beach Resort (Ella Resorts). The eventt ook place as part of the Human Resource Management module led by Dr Giovanni Serafini. Mr. Perrakis provided students with a firsthand look into the evolving landscape of talent management within the hospitality sector—one of the most dynamic and people-driven industries. His insights into employer branding, employee experience, and the ever-growing expectations of guests highlighted the critical role that HR strategies play in building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional service. Beyond theory, this session offered valuable takeaways for our students, helping them understand how a strong organizational vision and a well-defined mission not only drive business success but also foster a positive and people-centered workplace culture. Engaging with professionals like Mr. Perrakis is a key part of our approach to education—ensuring that our students graduate with both knowledge and practical understanding to thrive in their future careers.
27/03/2025
Company Visit at KLEEMANN
9 April 2025 Join us for an exclusive visit to KLEEMANN, a global leader in lift manufacturing, renowned not only for cutting-edge technology but also for its outstanding HRM practices. Established in 1983 in Kilkis, Greece, KLEEMANN fosters a dynamic, inclusive, and innovation-driven workplace where employee development, coaching programs, and leadership growth are at the core of its success. This is a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how strategic HRM fuels a thriving global company. Do not miss this invaluable learning experience!
27/03/2025
Guest Lecture: Gen A.I. in Marketing
7 April 2025
21/03/2025
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