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Dr Amvrosios Prodromou

Assistant Professor

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Brief Description

Dr. Amvrosios Prodromou holds a doctorate degree (Doctor of Business Administration – DBA) with a specialisation in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). He also holds two academic master degrees, MBA in Marketing and MBA in Project Management. Additionally, he holds a Professional Postgraduate Diploma (Master Level), and a Bachelor’s degree in Business & Management. He is an Assistant Professor at CTL Eurocollege, Limassol Cyprus and teaches courses of his expertise.

Academic Qualifications

2015 – 2019: Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) – Swiss Management Center (SMC) University, Switzerland (SMEs Specialisation)

2023 – 2025: MBA in Project Management – Wrexham University, UK

2014 – 2015: MBA in Marketing – University of St. Mark and St. John (Marjon) – Plymouth, UK

2008 – 2011: Bachelor’s in Business & Management – Tbilisi National Public University ‘Metekhi’ - European Institute of Education

2007 – 2008: Diploma in Management – University of Leicester

Professional Qualifications

2012 – 2013: Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management – NCFE UK

2016: Member of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry

2022: Certified Lean Six Sigma Online Yellow Belt (V4.1) – Project Management International

2022: Qualified Trainer of the Cyprus ‘Human Resource Development Authority’ (ANAΔ) (ΣΕΠ004772)

2023: Qualified Consultant for Sustainable Tourism Practices under European Project “I-Stars” [Island Sustainable Tourism Action through Resilient SMEs] – Delivered by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Employment History

  • OASEN Greek and Italian Restaurant Pafos: Food & Beverage (Operational Manager) – (1999 – 2008)
  • Green Forest Nurseries Pafos and Limassol: Marketing, Administration, & Operations Manager – (2008 – 2015)
  • Achievements at Green Forest Nurseries

                                 i.            Winner of the Cyprus Innovation Award in the Primary Sector 2010 (http://www.innovationaward.oeb.org.cy/brabeuthentes)

                               ii.            Winner of the European Business Awards 2012/2013 in Innovation ‘The Award for Environmental & Corporate Sustainability’ (https://www.businessawardseurope.com/vote/entry/1/4958)

  • IMA Institute of Management Limassol: Visitor Lecturer (2015 – 2019)
  • Unilink Education Consultants: Official Representative in Pafos (2015 – present)
  • C.D.A. College Pafos: Lecturer (since 2017) Head of the Business Administration and Travel Management Departments in Pafos (since 2018) – Teaching at Undergraduate Level in Business Administration and Travel & Tourism Management
  • C.D.A. College Limassol: Lecturer (since 2019) –Teaching at Undergraduate Levels in Business Administration and Travel & Tourism Management, and Postgraduate (MBA) Level
  • Neapolis University Pafos: Lecturer (since 2022) – Teaching at Undergraduate and Postgraduate Levels in Business Administration
  • CTL Eurocollege Limassol: Lecturer (since 2024) –Teaching at Undergraduate Levels in Business Administration and Travel & Tourism Management, and Postgraduate (MBA) Levels
  • Freelance Business Consultant (Prodromou Business Consulting - https://360businessconsulting.pro) with specialisation in Tourism Businesses’ Sustainable Development & Operations, and Strategic Management

 University & Training Programs

  • University of Huddersfield 2019 Partner Conference (from the 14th of March until the 15th of March 2019) in Huddersfield, England – UK
  • Newton College (Brno & Prague Branches) Under the Framework of ERASMUS+ ‘Staff Mobility for Training and Teaching Programme (from the 28th of April until the 3rd of May 2019), in Czech Republic
  • Swansea University ‘Familiarisation Training’ (from the 10th of June until the 13th of June 2019), in Swansea, Wales – UK
  • Confirmation course Structured Educational Visit to Schools & Training Seminars in Finland (from the 16th of April until the 22nd of April 2023), in Helsinki, Finland – by English Matters Organisation in the Framework of the European ERASMUS+ Programme
  • University of Economics – Bratislava Under the Framework of ERASMUS+ “Staff Mobility for Training and Teaching Programme” (from the 21st of September until the 28th of September 2023), in Bratislava, Slovakia
  • Trinity College Dublin – Innovative Methodologies for Teaching & Learning – Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Course by English Matters Organisation in the Framework of the European ERASMUS+ Programme (from the 15th of July until the 26th of July 2024), in Doublin, Republic of Ireland
  • Kutaisi University Under the Framework of ERASMUS+ “Staff Mobility for Training and Teaching Programme” (from the 13th of September until the 20th of September 2024), in Kutaisi, Georgia
  • Innland University Under the Framework of ERASMUS+ “Staff Mobility for Training and Teaching Programme” (from the 21st of September until the 28th of September 2024), in Lillehammer, Norway

 Publications (Academic)

  1. Prodromou, Α. (2015). ‘Financial Crisis or Crisis of the Financial System’ © 2015: Amvrosios Prodromou PrintXpress Ltd Nicosia Cyprus (Book) House of Cyprus and Cyprological Publications http://www.mam.com.cy/en-gb/books/social-science/44181 (In Greek Language)
  2. Prodromou, A. (2018). Project Anger Management: The Cyprus Police and Security Forces Case Study-A Comprehensive Overview. Review Pub Administration Manag 6(3), 252. https://doi:10.4172/2315-7844.1000252
  3. Prodromou, A. (2019). Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility: A Necessity for Contemporary Businesses. Examples to Follow in the Globalised Environment. The Cyprus Research Facts, Vol.9/2019 pp. 56-68. http://cdacollege.com/new-uploaded_files/147.pdf
  4. Prodromou, A. (2021). The Impact of Covid-19 on the Global Automotive Industry - Future Challenges. American International Journal of Social Science, 10(1), 1-11. https://doi:10.30845/aijss.v10n1p1
  5. Prodromou, A., Christofi, N.M. & Aristidou, H. (2023). Sexual Harassment Against Women at the Workplace - Digging into the Cyprus Reality. Presented in the International Conference in International Business (ICBC) Neapolis University 15th to 17th of September 2023 – Conference Proceedings
  6. Savvidis, D., Prodromou, A. & Polykarpou, G. (2023). The Privacy Paradox: An Investigation of Data Privacy in Social Networks within the Cyprus Tourism Industry. Presented in the International Conference in International Business (ICBC) Neapolis University 15th to 17th of September 2023 – Conference Proceedings
  7. Prodromou, A., Efthimiou, I., & Apostolopoulos, S. (2024). Covid-19 - The Impact on Cyprus’ SMEs Tourism Enterprises – Lessons to be Learned. European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 19(1), 643–654. https://doi.org/10.34190/ecie.19.1.2470
  8. Sophocleous, H. P. & Prodromou, A. (2025). A Marketing Business Plan and Competition Analysis for the Cyprus Specialized/Wellness Tourism Services/Market. In A. Masouras, S. Anastasiadou, A. Constantelou, & S. Apostolopoulos (Eds.), Real-World Tools and Scenarios for Entrepreneurship Exploration (pp. 379-412). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3100-2.ch014
  9. Prodromou, A. & Savvides, D. (2025). Cyprus Hotel Sustainable Development Through European and National Funding Schemes. In A. Masouras, S. Anastasiadou, A. Constantelou, & S. Apostolopoulos (Eds.), Real-World Tools and Scenarios for Entrepreneurship Exploration (pp. 459-496). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3100-2.ch017
  10. Prodromou, A., Papademetriou, C., & Savvides, D. (2025). The Strategic Role of Green HRM in Hospitality Industry for Reaching Sustainable Development Goals. In K. Ragazou, A. Garefalakis, C. Papademetriou, & A. Samara (Eds.), Sustainability Through Green HRM and Performance Integration (pp. 1-38). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5981-5.ch001
  11. Papademetriou, C., Ragazou, K., Belias, D., Anastasiadou, S., Garefalakis, A., & Prodromou, A. (2025). The Importance of Green Human Resources: Green Ambidexterity and Environmental Performance. In K. Ragazou, A. Garefalakis, C. Papademetriou, & A. Samara (Eds.), Sustainability Through Green HRM and Performance Integration (pp. 83-100). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5981-5.ch004
  12. Prodromou, A. & Sophocleous, H. (2025). Integrating Innovative Simulation Tools Into Sustainable Continuous Vocational Educational Training (CVET) in Tourism SMEs. In A. Masouras, S. Anastasiadou, G. Deirmentzoglou, H. Sophocleous, & E. Anastasopoulou (Eds.), Integrating Simulation Tools Into Entrepreneurship Education (pp. 47-68). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9040-5.ch003
  13. Apostolopoulos, S., Walmsley, A., & Prodromou, A. (2025). Opinions and Experiences of Economics Graduates on the Integration of Simulation Tools in Greek Higher Education Towards Sustainable Entrepreneurship. In A. Masouras, S. Anastasiadou, G. Deirmentzoglou, H. Sophocleous, & E. Anastasopoulou (Eds.), Integrating Simulation Tools Into Entrepreneurship Education (pp. 239-256). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9040-5.ch012
  14. Prodromou, A. & Kountouridou, M. (2025). Transforming Higher Education: The Role of AI and Simulation Tools in Enhancing Learning and Engagement. In A. Masouras, S. Anastasiadou, G. Deirmentzoglou, H. Sophocleous, & E. Anastasopoulou (Eds.), Integrating Simulation Tools Into Entrepreneurship Education (pp. 359-382). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9040-5.ch017
  15. Tserkezos, D., Apostolopoulos, S., & Prodromou, A. (2025). Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Under-Resourced Rural Areas in Relation to The EU Rural Vision: The Greek Case. In S. Apostolopoulos, I. Paunovic, B. Macaulay, & A. Kakouris (Eds.), Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Disadvantaged Rural Communities (pp. 1-22). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-0214-0.ch001
  16. Petropoulos, D., Apostolopoulos, N., Liargovas, P., Apostolopoulos, S., & Prodromou, A. (2025). The Erasmus+ Projects as a European Policy Platform for Rural Sustainable Growth: Challenges and Opportunities. In S. Apostolopoulos, I. Paunovic, B. Macaulay, & A. Kakouris (Eds.), Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Disadvantaged Rural Communities (pp. 121-142). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-0214-0.ch005
  17. Prodromou, A., Papadopoulos, G., & Apostolopoulos, N. (2025). The Impact of Social Entrepreneurship on the Resilience of Mountainous and Remote Areas of the Greek Countryside. In S. Apostolopoulos, I. Paunovic, B. Macaulay, & A. Kakouris (Eds.), Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Disadvantaged Rural Communities (pp. 217-240). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-0214-0.ch008
  18. Prodromou, A. & Kountouridou, M. (2025). Local Entrepreneurial Ecosystems for Global Market Diversification. In M. Efthymiopoulos & A. Masouras (Eds.), Security and Strategy Models for Key-Solving Institutional Frameworks (pp. 235-270). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5583-1.ch010

 Publications (European Erasmus+)

  1. Prodromou, A. & Michaelides, K. (2017). Scientific Personnel Selection Erasmus + Programme – KA2 Strategic Partnership Project Title: ‘Effective Methods for Scientific Personnel Selection’, 1-123. Financed by European Commission through A.N.P.C.D.E.F.P. Contract Number: 2016-1-RO01-KA202-024579
  2. Pârvulescu, V.L., Merlan, Z.C., Stelian, C., Albu, C., Turc, D., Răileanu, L, Vitale, I., de Carlo, A., Michaelides, C., Prodromou, A. (2018). ‘Support Guide – Scientific Personnel Selection’, 1-158. Erasmus+ Programme Strategic Partnership Financed by European Commission through A.N.P.C.D.E.F.P. Contract Number: 2016-1-RO01-KA202-024579
  3. Prodromou, A. (2018). Health through Movement Erasmus+ Programme – Strategic Partnership Project Title: “Health through Movement”, 1-76. Partnership Financed by European Commission No. project: 2018-1-RO01-KA202-049152
  4. Prodromou, A. (2019). Health Through Movement: The principles of a life based on physical activity (Output 2). Erasmus+ Programme – Strategic Partnership No. project: 2018-1-RO01-KA202-049152
  5. Prodromou, A. (2019). Health Through Movement: Psychology of physical activity in humans (Output 2). Erasmus+ Programme – Strategic Partnership No. project: 2018-1-RO01-KA202-049152
  6. Prodromou, A. (2019). SUSTAIN IT: Sustainable Tourism Innovative Training IO2 - Capacity Gap Assessment. Country Snapshot –CYPRUS, 1-25. Financed by the European Commission. Contract Number: 2018-1-IS01-KA202-038795
  7. Prodromou, A. (2019). ‘Communication in Tourism’ Strategic Partnership Project Title: ‘Communication in Tourism’ Partnership Financed by European Commission through No. Project: 2018-1-RO01-KA202-049151
  8. Turc, M., Buga, N., Cenea, M., Pricopi, O., Verdes, C., Fugaru, F.M.B., Parvulescu, L.V., Merlan, C.Z., Prodromou, A., Michaelides, C/, Vitale, I., Rubio, C.A., Trondheim, Kommune, Phoenix Haga (2019). “A Partnership for Change: reducing work related anger and violent emotions Strategic Partnership financed by the European Commission Project n.: 2017-RO01-KA202-037420
  9. Prodromou, A. (2019). ‘Bad News Communication Protocols in the Medical Field’, 1-114. Erasmus+ Programme – Strategic Partnership No. project: 2019-1-RO01-KA204-063050 Founded by the European Commission
  10. Prodromou, A. (2019). ‘Talking to my Teenager’, 1-266. Erasmus+ Programme – Strategic Partnership No. project: 2019-1-RO01-KA204-063050 Founded by the European Commission

 Recent Erasmus+ Projects & International Participations

  1. Trainer & Tutor in the Program ERASMUS+ PRO - VET PLONG KA1 "Innovating the WBL to increase employability in sustainable and accessible tourist 4.0 destinations - WBL4SlowTour” n° 2020- 1-IT01-KA102-007209 (from 18th August 2021 to 18th December 2021) Representing Rivensco Consulting Ltd.
  2. Trainer and Tutor in the ‘School Inclusion for Social Inclusion’ between:
  • 2nd and 9th of November 2021, and
  • 24th and 29th of April 2022

Representing Rivensco Consulting Ltd.

  1. Participation in the ‘Workshop 3 – Information and Promovation Group 45-65’ in Pafos – Cyprus. Project ‘Together for a Responsible Community 2021-2-RO01-KA210-ADU-000048442’. Representing Organisation for Promotion of European Issues (28th July 2022)
  2. Trainer in the Training Course ‘Marketing Strategies for Educational Institutions’ – Representing Rivensco Consulting (from 2nd of October to 9th of October 2022)
  3. Trainer in the Program ERASMUS+ 2021-1-IT01-KA121-VET000010881" with project “Digital Marketing Strategies for Schools” for teachers from Italy (from 18th to 29th July 2022)
  4. Lead Researcher in the Erasmus+ Project ‘Promoting smart and sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship among young people.’ Coordinator ‘Municipality of Velilla de Cinca (Spain) – Project 2021-2-E502-KA210-YOU-000050381. Representing DIONE Youth Organisation NGO (from 01-02-2022 to 28-02-2023)
  5. Trainer in the Program ERASMUS+ 2021-1-IT01-KA121-VET000010881" with project “Digital Marketing Strategies for Schools” for teachers from Italy (from 19th to 21st of July 2023)
  6. Participation and Researcher in the Program Erasmus+ “Youth Sports for Breaking Cultural Barriers and Active Citizenship.” (From 15th of December 2021 until 14th of February 2024)
  7. Participation and Researcher in the Program Erasmus+ Project 2023-2-EL01-KA210-ADU-000178322 “Sustainable Branding: Green Visual Communication for Promoting Local Tourism in Rural Areas.” (From 1st of March 2023 until 31st of March 2025)
  8. Participation and Researcher in the Program Erasmus+ “AgriXplainer: The New European Educational Marketing Method for the Valorization of Green Practices and Successful Products in Agri-Food Micro-Enterprises.” (From 1st of May 2023 until 31st of May 2025)

 Recent Seminars, Conferences, and other Training

  1. Conference “11th International Conference in International Business: New Challenges, Opportunities and Ideas in the International Business Arena.” Organised by Neapolis University Pafos (Marketing Lab) (Pafos, Cyprus, from 15th until 17th of September, 2023). https://shorturl.at/4RvHO
  2. Conference “Journey to Sustainable Tourism: Grant Scheme & Good Practices.” Organised by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCCI) (Ayia Napa, Cyprus, 12th of July 2023)
  3. 6th International Conference on Tourism Research (ICTR) – Neapolis University Pafos (Pafos, Cyprus 8th and 9th of June, 2023)
  4. Webinar ‘Sustainability and Environmental Social Governance. Are they here to stay?’ Co-organisation by Neapolis University Pafos (EFMRCG Laboratory), University of Piraeus (EOXPA Laboratory), and University of Peloponnese (Laboratory for European Policies of Sustainable Growth) (7th of June, 2023)
  5. Energy Challenges in European Union – European Parliament, organised by GUE/NGL (Brussels, Belgium 31st of May and 1st of June, 2023)
  6. CAIIP CYBERSECURITY WEBINAR – Ransomware Attacks Today & Smartphone and Mobile Security - Delivered by the Cyprus Association of Information Protection and Privacy (CAIIP in association with the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Nicosia, Cyprus, 11th of May, 2023)
  7. Επιχειρηματική Αριστεία μέσω Βελτίωσης Διαδικασιών (Kaizen, Lean 6σ) Delivered by Terramedia Interactive Ltd and Certified by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (ΑΝΑΔ)] (28th of July until 3rd of August, 2022).
  8. Ο Περί Εργοδοτουμένων στα Ξενοδοχεία και Κέντρα Αναψυχής Κανονισμοί (The Employees in Hotels and Leisure Centers Regulations) Delivered by INEK – PEO and certified by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (ANAΔ) (Pafos 10th of March, 2022)
  9. CDA College “Improving Basic Digital Skills and Competencies” [Certified by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (ΑΝΑΔ)] (Pafos 24th of January – 17th of February 2022)
  10. Conference of Educational Organisation ‘Motivation in Arts’ “Young people in the spotlight” Pafos, Cyprus) 26th and 27th of February, 2022)
  11. Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry “Enterprise Digital Transformation in Cyprus Using Project Management Techniques” [Certified by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (ΑΝΑΔ)] (Nicosia, Cyprus – 26th and 27th of January, 2022
  12. Conference “Is climate change a threat to Tourism?” Organised by the Deputy Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Cyprus and the Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative (CSTI) (Nicosia, 19th of October, 2023) https://csti-cyprus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/20231019-Conference-Proceedings.pdf
  13. Eastern Mediterranean Conference and Exhibition, Organised by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Limassol, from 28th until 30th of November 2023) https://ccci.org.cy/energy-conference-and-exhibition-in-the-eastern-mediterranean-business-matchmaking-event
  14. 19th European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship ECIE 2024, 26-27 September 2024, CESI, Paris-Nanterre, France https://entrepreneuriat.com/ecie-19th-european-conference-on-innovation-and-entrepreneurship
  15. International IAMPE Annual Conference on Mediation Diplomacy – Presentation of the ‘Cyprus Conflict: Reality & Opportunity’ topic. (Cyprus, 9th of November, 2024 – Hybrid) https://www.mediatorspolyexperts.com/news-and-events/conferences
  16. Seminar “Security by Design: Navigating Cyber Challenges with IoT and Blockchain” Delivered by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Pafos and certified by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (ANAΔ) (2nd and 5th of December, 2024)
  17. Seminar “AI Revolution Bootcamp: Supercharge Your Business for the Intelligent Era” Delivered by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Pafos and certified by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (ANAΔ) (19th and 22nd of May, 2025)

 Seminars delivered through the Cyprus Human Resource Development Authority

  1. Crisis Management and Business Continuation
  2. Development of Students’ Evaluation Systems
  3. Labour Shortage in the Tourism Industry
  4. Communication of Professional and Trade Union Officials
  5. Strategy of Business Circular Economy and Sustainable Development

 Peer Reviewer for:

  1. Emerald Publishing https://www.emerald.com
  2. IGI Global https://www.igi-global.com
  3. Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology https://journalcjast.com/index.php/CJAST
  4. International Journal of Environment and Climate Change https://journalijecc.com/index.php/IJECC
  5. Inderscience Publishers for Int. J. of Tourism Policy https://www.inderscience.com/jhome.php?jcode=ijtp
  6. B P International publishing organization https://www.bookpi.org

 

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