(B.Sc.) Agricultural Business

The program sets clear learning objectives to ensure that graduates acquire comprehensive scientific and professional training. Graduates of the Department of Economics are expected to be able to:

1. Understand and apply fundamental economic concepts, such as marginal analysis, opportunity cost, and comparative advantage.

2. Critically analyze the effects of efficiency and equity in both market and non-market resource allocation processes.

3. Evaluate policies, regulations, and business strategies using economic models and theories.

4. Use quantitative and qualitative information to analyze and assess economic issues.

5. Understand the factors influencing variations in economic performance across different time periods and geographic regions.

The Agricultural Business program prepares students both for immediate entry into the workforce and for advanced studies at the postgraduate level. Graduates can pursue master’s or PhD programs in areas such as Agricultural Economics, Marketing, Business Administration (MBA), and related fields.

Professionally, graduates have opportunities in:

• Agricultural finance and banking

• Management of agricultural enterprises and farms

• Supply chain management of agricultural products

• Marketing and sales of agricultural products

• Commodity trading and market research

• Business analysis and strategic planning

• Public services and agricultural policy

• Agricultural extension and consulting services

• International agricultural activities and organizations

The broad range of career options reflects the importance of the agricultural sector in both national and global economies, as well as the demand for skilled professionals with economic and managerial expertise.

The Admissions & Enrolment Team, together with all School Chairs, are available to support prospective students and their families. They are happy to answer questions regarding academic programmes, career prospects after graduation, campus life, admission requirements and procedures, and to arrange a personalized tour of our facilities and campus. To ensure the best possible experience, visits are arranged by prior appointment.

For any inquiries, you may contact us by email at admissions@afsuniversity.edu.gr or by phone at +30 2310 492 810 and +30 2310 492 854.

To learn more about admissions please visit Undergraduate Programs Requirements.

Dean, School of Business & Economics

Dr. Nikolaos Zakakis

He holds a BSc in Cultural Technology and Communication from the University of the Aegean, an MSc in Cultural Informatics and Communication from the University of the Aegean, and a PhD in Digital Media and Organizational Communication from the University of the Aegean.

Dr. Kiriaki Chatzikiriakidou

She holds a BSc in Agriculture from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), a BSc in Informatics from the School of Science and Technology, Hellenic Open University, an MSc in Food Science and Technology from the School of Agriculture, AUTH, and a PhD in Food Science and Technology from the School of Agriculture, University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA.

Dr. Paraskevas Kipouros

He holds a BSc in Economics from the University of Macedonia, an MSc in Energy Economics and Policy from the University of Surrey, Guildford, UK, and a PhD in Economics from the University of Surrey, Guildford, UK.

Dr. Natali Nefeli Kamou

She holds a BSc in Agriculture from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Plant Protection from AUTH, and a PhD in Plant Pathology from the Department of Agriculture, AUTH.

Dr.  Christos Vasilikiotis

Associate Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Management. He holds a BSc in Biology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Agronomy from Iowa State University, USA, and a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of California, Berkeley.

Dr. Athanasios Falaras

He holds a BSc in Applied Mathematics and Physical Sciences from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), an MSc in Information Systems from the University of Macedonia, and a PhD in Business Organization and Management from the Department of Business Organization and Management, University of Macedonia.

Dr. Stefania Lampoura

She holds a BSc in Physics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Physical Chemistry from the University of Groningen, Netherlands, and a PhD in Experimental Biophysics and Physical Chemistry from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Dr. Georgios Kitsoleris

He holds a BSc in Accounting and Finance from the University of Macedonia, an MSc in Business Economics and International Relations from De Montfort University, Leicester, UK, and a PhD in Economics from De Montfort University, Leicester, UK.

Dr. Eleftherios Pavlou

He holds a BSc from the Faculty of Agriculture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Animal Production from the Faculty of Agriculture, AUTH, and a PhD in Animal Production from the Faculty of Agriculture, AUTH.

Dr. Kiriaki Zinoviadou

Associate Professor of Food Technology. She holds a BSc in Agriculture from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Food Science from Wageningen University, Netherlands, and a PhD in Food Science from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH).

Dr. Eftichia Kessopoulou

She holds a BSc in Economics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Information Management from the University of Sheffield, UK, an MSc in Economic and Political Governance in Southeast Europe from the University of Western Macedonia, Greece, and a PhD from the Department of Business Organization and Management, University of Macedonia. He also completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Department of Business Organization and Management, University of Macedonia.

Dr. Ioannis Zoumpourtikoudis

He holds a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Rochester, NY, USA, and a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Rochester, NY, USA.

Dr. Foteini Theodorakioglou

She holds a BSc in Economics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MBA in European Business from the University of Birmingham, UK, an MPhil in International Marketing from the University of Birmingham, UK, and a PhD in Marketing and Communication from the University of Macedonia.

Dr. Stiliani Ksanthopoulou

She holds a BSc in Business Organization and Management from the University of Macedonia, an MBA from the University of Macedonia, and a PhD in Business Administration from the Department of Business Organization and Management, University of Macedonia. He also completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Department of Business Organization and Management, University of Macedonia.

Dr. Panagiotis Kampouridis

He holds a BSc in Biology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), an MSc in Molecular Biology from San Diego State University, California, USA, and a PhD in Molecular Biology from a joint doctoral program between the University of California at San Diego and San Diego State University, USA.

Georgios Kartsiotis, M.Sc.

He holds a BSc in Mathematics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), a BSc in Applied Informatics from the University of Macedonia, an MSc in Advanced Computer and Communication Systems from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, AUTH, and an MSc in Theoretical Computer Science and Systems Theory from the Department of Mathematics, AUTH. He is also a PhD candidate at the Department of Applied Informatics, University of Macedonia, researching “Optimization and Computations with Nature-Inspired Algorithms.

Sofia Sotiriou, M.Sc.

She holds a BSc in English Language and Literature from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) and an MSc in American Literature and Culture from AUTH.

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