Our Graduates, their Opinion and their Careers
Student & Alumni Profiles
The composition of the undergraduate studies of our postgraduate students reflects (to a significant extent) the broad scientific background of both Business Administration and Quality professionals.
Although the number of our students with undergraduate studies abroad is small, their graduation institutions include major educational institutions, such as Harvard University.
The Opinion of our Alumni
“Entering the EMP TQM Programme. opened professional doors, by companies which appreciated the specific knowledge I was bringing with me, having graduated from this programme. …. I am very positive that if I hadn’t entered the specific programme, my professional life would have been 100% different.”
Trimbou Konstantina, Graduate of the 3rd Series (1997-99)
Vice President Human Resources South Europe, Unilever
“The MBA TQM programme gave me insight to contemporary management/quality tools which enabled me to gain competitive advantage and succeed in a highly competitive job market like the UK. Through the course I had the opportunity to work with great teachers and meet inspiring people. I would highly recommend the programme to anyone interested in following a career in Management or Quality Management.”
Alexiou Konstantinos, 18th Grade Graduate (2012-2014)
Continuous Improvement Specialist, Burton’s Biscuits UK
“As an Informatics graduate, the choice of the master’s program in Business Administration – Total Quality at the University of Piraeus gave me the skills to respond to the increased needs of the Greek and international market, which require a global and integrated understanding of business activity. In addition, the combination of the science of Information Technology with the philosophy of Total Quality Management is a strong advantage of knowledge in my professional career development.
At the same time, attending the course is a great experience, through which the values of cooperation, continuous improvement and teamwork are highlighted, and the circle of acquaintances is expanded. I want to thank the excellent professors for the knowledge, thoughts, and experiences they shared with us, as well as the Scholarship Program for offering me the opportunity to participate in one of the most prestigious graduate programs in Business Administration in the country.”
Gatea Stavroula, 18th Grade Graduate (2012-2014)
HR Budget Analyst, OPAP S.A.
“Engaging in an MBA programme is a quite usual decision for an engineer … the MBA TQM literally broadened my mind …. the programme was tough, giving us the chance to test our limits and change for the better ….. It is a great programme that requires the most of the student, but will compensate the efforts in the business arena.”
Angelopoulou Margarita, 9th Grade Graduate (2003-05)
Process Improvement, Vodafone
“I would like to thank you for everything you do in the program, because both the knowledge you gave us and our global preparation for the labor market gave me the background and skills to be selected among 32 co-graduates of the program by the company, after an eight-hour assessment Centre and taking into account my previous career, where it was not related to the business field, one can easily understand the contribution provided by the TQM International MBA program». I would like to thank you for everything you do in the program, because both the knowledge you gave us and our global preparation for the labor market gave me the background and skills to be selected among 32 co-graduates of the program by the company, after an eight-hour assessment Centre and taking into account my previous career, where it was not related to the business field, one can easily understand the contribution provided by the TQM International MBA program”.
Nikolaos Kritikos, 20th Grade Student (2014-2016)
Junior Project Manager ATCOM SA.
“Professional opportunities, organization, methodicality, friendships, strong collaborations, acquaintances are some of the things I gained as a student in the master’s Program. An unforgettable experience….”
Makri Myrto, 19th Grade Graduate (2013-2015)
Business Processes Associate Consultant, SAP Hellas
“The postgraduate study program in Business Administration – Total Quality of the University of Piraeus helped me to open new paths in my career in Greece and abroad. In fact, as time goes by, I realize even more its value, given the opportunities I encounter.
Despite the great competitiveness that exists in nowadays, MBA TQM is an extremely valuable “tool” that if framed (by knowledge -skills certifications), can be used to continuously improve your professional career.
MBA TQM will not only offer the possibility of finding a job as I originally thought. The most important thing is that it will offer more and more in the future and ensure continuous professional development.”
Solomos Spyros, Graduate of the 18th Series (2011-2013)
Senior IT auditor/advisor at PwC, UK
“The TQM Programme was proven to be among the paramount milestones and certainly part of the critical path of my personal carrier project. Not only because:
- of the knowledge that I gained
- I adopted a new way of thinking and seeing the complex world of Management
- the Programme taught me practical things and challenges adopted in the real world of business
- of the new job opportunities that were suddenly available for me, but because it was and continues to be a pioneer in the field of Management Programmes.
I can only highly recommend this Program to those that want to tackle the very difficult challenges and rules that the business world has set.”
Katerina Tsoupinaki, 1st Row Graduate (1995-7)
Corporate Quality Manager, PMP – Process Improvement & Quality Assurance, Intrasoft International
“The word quality is in every advertisement, in every slogan. Quality titles and departments exist in every company. Quality standards certificates are posted in every kind of store and place. So, yes, quality is everywhere and is fashionable.
The reason one should join the MBA TQM International, however, should not be this. I recommend my master’s degree to those who want to work on an idea that seems to be abstract and want to make it tangible for a product or service, giving it meaning in the job market. The program gives you all the guarantees to take the initiative and acquire the identity of a QUALITY person.
During your studies, there will be times when, as a student, you will wonder, question or even be disappointed. But when you get involved with quality in an organization that makes it a priority, you’ll feel lucky for your choice. You will want to go back in time, listen to the same lectures again, from the same professors, and absorb every word again. It is certain, therefore, that anyone interested in Total Quality Management at the University of Piraeus will learn from the best.”
Nelli Chronopoulou, Student (part time) of the 21st Series (2015-2018)
Supply Chain Quality Assurance Manager, NESTLE HELLAS S.A.
“As a graduate of the Master’s Program in “Business Management – Total Quality” of the University of Piraeus, I believe that I gained important experiences and knowledge that helped me in many ways in my professional career. The increased competitiveness of our time defines the “commitment” to quality as a one-way path. For this reason, I believe that the combination of Total Quality Management and modern Management are the necessary resources that give a competitive advantage in a highly competitive market like todays. Each “executive” should be a dynamic unit of continuous development and training, which makes it highly competitive and evolving. That is why I highly recommend the program without any reservation”.
Arvanitakis Spyridon, 15th Grade Graduate (2009-11)
Marketing Category Manager, L’ Oréal Professionnel
“… As a ‘client’ of the postgraduate course, I am completely satisfied with the services I received, as an ‘investor’ I am delighted with the investment I made and the returns I continue to get, and as a person I thank my professors for the guidance they gave me…”
Vergas Dimitris, Graduate of the 1st Series (1995-97)
CEO of AG ADVENT
For the Chief Inspector Training Scholarships
“The seminar held last week was an excellent experience for all participants. The result was both the enrichment of our knowledge and the learning of real facts in the implementation of when applying the “ISO 9001:2008” standard in the business world. This opportunity given to us by the postgraduate program supplemented existing knowledge on a practical level, something that graduates need. It happened at the right time and with the right people. Congratulations for the whole process to all those involved.”
Evangelia Arnauteli, 14th Grade Graduate (2008-10)
Branch Office Manager, ARNAOUTELIS A.E.V.E.
