KES College since 1999, has been a pioneer for 24 years and provides the labour market of Cyprus with well-trained Medical Representatives, offering the Diploma and the Higher Diploma of Medical Representatives, with high level education. The new Programme of Study "Medical Representatives Management" is the first and only Interdisciplinary Four-Year Programme, at a Bachelor level, offered in Higher Education in Cyprus, but also in Europe in general, combining Pharmaceutical Scientific Detailing and Management Skills. The Programme mainly includes courses from the field of Business Administration and Organization and the field of Pharmaceutical Science.
Graduates have the right to register in the Record of Medical Representatives to legally practise the profession of Medical Representative in Cyprus, in accordance with the applicable law and they are suitable for staffing senior positions of Management and Coordination of Medical Representative teams in Pharmaceutical Companies.
1st Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Human Anatomy | 3 | 6 |
General and Inorganic Chemistry | 3 | 6 |
Cell - Biology and Development | 3 | 6 |
Introduction to Economics | 2 | 4 |
Principles of Marketing | 2 | 4 |
General English | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
2nd Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Physiology I | 2 | 4 |
Organic Chemistry | 2 | 4 |
Introduction to Microbiology | 2 | 4 |
Basic Principles of Management | 2 | 4 |
Greek and English Medical Terminology | 2 | 4 |
Elements of Biochemistry | 3 | 6 |
Introduction to Statistics / Biostatistics | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 20 | 30 |
3rd Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Physiology IΙ | 3 | 6 |
Chemistry of Pharmaceutical and Natural Products | 2 | 4 |
Pharmacology Ι | 3 | 6 |
Consumer Behaviour | 2 | 4 |
Elements of Pharmaceutical Technology | 2 | 4 |
Medical Devices | 1 | 2 |
Basic Principles of Accounting | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
4th Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Principles of Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics | 2 | 4 |
Pharmacology ΙI | 3 | 6 |
Pharmaceutical Marketing | 3 | 6 |
Public Relations | 2 | 4 |
Nosology | 2 | 4 |
Medical - Scientific Publications | 2 | 4 |
Domestic Pharmaceutical Formulations | 1 | 2 |
TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
5th Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Elements of Biotechnology | 2 | 4 |
Toxicology | 3 | 6 |
Costing | 2 | 4 |
Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Trials | 2 | 4 |
Introduction to Public Health-GeSy | 2 | 4 |
Development of Personal Skills | 2 | 4 |
Entrepreneurship | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
6th Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Methodology of Research in Health Sciences | 2 | 4 |
Introduction to Nutrition | 2 | 4 |
Professional Communication | 2 | 4 |
International Business | 2 | 4 |
Pharmacy Law | 2 | 4 |
Practical Training | 7 | 10 |
TOTAL | 17 | 30 |
7th Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Marketing Research | 2 | 4 |
Human Resources Management | 2 | 4 |
Integrated Marketing Communication | 2 | 4 |
Pharmacoeconomics | 2 | 4 |
Specialized Pharmacology: Formulary | 2 | 4 |
Thesis I | 3 | 6 |
One elective from the following list | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
8th Semester | ||
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COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
e – Marketing | 3 | 6 |
Project Management | 3 | 6 |
Operations Management | 3 | 6 |
Thesis II | 4 | 8 |
One elective from the following list | 2 | 4 |
TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
ELECTIVE COURSES | P.P.W* | ECTS |
Bioinformatics | 2 | 4 |
Introduction to Competition Law | 2 | 4 |
Biotechnological Products Sale Consulting | 2 | 4 |
Parapharmaceudical Products | 2 | 4 |
*P.P.W.: Period per week. Duration: 55 minutes.
Human Anatomy
In-depth understanding of the structure of the human body and familiarity with the main bones of the skeletal system as well as with the anatomical spaces of the body. The course focuses on the concepts of the cell, tissue, organs and systems, joints and bones of the human body.
General and Inorganic Chemistry
The acquisition and consolidation of basic knowledge of General and Inorganic Chemistry, such as the properties of water and the various chemical elements of the periodic table, electronic theory, various solutions and the theoretical background of molecules and molecular bonds. The course is accompanied by laboratory exercises to better understand the theory, offering familiarity with the techniques and applications in basic exercises in general and inorganic chemistry.
Cell - Biology and Development
Students know the basic aspects of cell biology to understand the structure and function of the cell. Emphasis is placed on the organic structure of the cell as well as biomolecules (proteins, polysaccharides, lipids and nucleic acids). The course is accompanied by laboratory exercises, focusing on the understanding of various biomolecules, such as DNA and RNA, the study of cell populations and bacterial cultures.
Introduction to Economics
Introducing students to the science of Economics, through the basic principles and the way economics works. Emphasis is placed on the theory of microeconomics, the study and comparison of current economic events and the corresponding decisions. It also deals with concepts such as economic problems, supply and demand, price formation, consumer choice theory, cost behavior, market forms, competition and monopoly.
Principles of Marketing
Students understand the theory and practical application of various modern principles of customer-centric marketing in the competitive business environment. They also get familiar with the marketing terminology, methods, trends and concepts, as well as with modern principles and theories of the industry, but also with their application in the professional field.
General English
The acquisition of knowledge of the English language and the development of skills for its use in oral and written speech, based on the necessity of the use of the English language in the exercise of the profession of the Medical Representative. The basic grammatical and syntactic rules of the language are learned, as well as the basic English vocabulary, at Intermediate level.
Physiology I
Students acquire knowledge and skills necessary to understand the normal processes of the human body, but also the normal functions of cells, organs and major human systems. The course focuses on the main elements of the physiology of the circulatory, digestive, lymphatic and respiratory systems of the human body. The course is accompanied by laboratory exercises, which aim to familiarize students with the various systems of the human body.
Organic Chemistry
Students are taught the basic knowledge of organic chemistry, which is utilized in the profession of a Medical Representative. Students get acquainted with the main characteristics of the carbon atom and organic compounds, know the names and properties of the various categories of organic compounds and emphasize the importance of organic chemistry and its relationship to pharmaceutical science.
Introduction to Microbiology
The introduction of students to the basic principles of microbiology, through the understanding of the structure, physiology and classification of microorganisms, the use of the microscope and the various stains in microbiology, but also the various diseases of pathogenic microorganisms. The course is accompanied by laboratory exercises to consolidate the theory, using microscopic observation and commentary of various microorganisms.
Basic Principles of Management
Students are introduced to the basic concepts of the Management science, including management controls, basic decision making principles and planning. Emphasis is placed on the administrative process in a company, the organizational structure and various techniques, offering students the first acquaintance with their future role as Managers in a Pharmaceutical Company.
Greek and English Medical Terminology
Learning of Greek and English medical terminology and the development of skills for their use in both oral and written speech. Students become familiar with medical terminology, the scientific vocabulary of the human body, and the pathology of common diseases.
Elements of Biochemistry
Introduction to the concept of Biochemistry and familiarity with recognizing the structure and function of various biological molecules, such as proteins, amino acids, enzymes and nucleic acids. The course is accompanied by classic Biochemistry laboratory exercises, such as the quantification of proteins, lipids and carbohydrates, the study of kinetic enzyme reactions and nucleic acid electrophoresis.
Introduction to Statistics / Biostatistics
Students are introduced to the basic principles and parameters of statistical science, and their application to health science research, including basic statistical significance tests, their interpretation, and their basic applications.
Physiology IΙ
Following the course Physiology I, the course Physiology II focuses on the main elements of physiology of the lymphatic, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, urinary and reproductive systems of the human body. Reference is also made to the concept of metabolism and the physiology of the human sensory organs. This course is also accompanied by laboratory exercises through interactive exercises, simulations and microscopic observation laboratories.
Chemistry of Pharmaceutical and Natural Products
Learning the basic chemical characteristics of various natural products used in pharmaceutical science, through the understanding of the characteristic compounds of the chemical groups in these products, the main properties and characteristics of trace elements, antibiotics, alkaloids, vitamins and many more.
Pharmacology Ι
Introduction to the science of Pharmacology, familiarity with the various categories of drugs and their action mechanism. The course Pharmacology I focuses on drugs used to treat inflammation, pain and major diseases of the nervous, circulatory (cardiovascular), digestive and respiratory systems. The course is accompanied by laboratory exercises focusing on the cardiovascular system and more specifically the mechanisms of blood clotting and human platelets.
Consumer Behaviour
Students become familiar with the concepts, principles and theories from various behavioral sciences. The aim is to understand the terminology, methods, trends and concepts of Consumer Behavior, as they are applied in international and domestic Marketing. The knowledge and application of ways and methods of customer satisfaction and retention, through the study of their behaviour, have a major role in the field of Medical Representative Management.
Elements of Pharmaceutical Technology
The course focus in the field of Pharmaceutical Technology, through the understanding of the basic principles and methods of preparation and characterization of pharmaceutical formulations and their ingredients. Students get familiar with the various categories of dosage forms, the various formulations, the routes of administration and the basic pharmaceutical equipment. The course is accompanied by laboratory exercises in Pharmaceutical Technology, including the preparation of many formulations, such as oral solutions and powders, suppositories, tablets, gels and more.
Medical Devices
The learning of the basic and most well-known medical devices, the various categorizations, their mode of operation and the provisions of the current legislation.
Basic Principles of Accounting
The introduction of students to the basic principles of Accounting and its various applications, such as accounting, opening accounts, balance sheet, use of spreadsheets and general preparation of financial / commercial statements.
Principles of Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
Students become familiar with the principles of Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics and deepen into the main parameters involved in the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs, in terms of bioavailability, dosage regimen and route of administration. Furthermore, bioequivalence studies of generic medicinal products are being taught.
Pharmacology ΙI
Following the course Pharmacology I, the course Pharmacology II deepens the knowledge about the various categories and actions of drugs used to manage inflammation, pain, underlying diseases of the nervous, cardiovascular, digestive and respiratory systems. The course is also accompanied by laboratory exercises.
Pharmaceutical Marketing
The application of Marketing principles adapted to the field of the Pharmaceutical industry, through the acquaintance with the peculiarities of the pharmaceutical market and the strategies followed for the prescription of pharmaceutical products.
Public Relations
Introduction of students in the field of public relations, based on the understanding of the concepts of human relations, advertising, marketing and propaganda. Students become familiar with the role of public relations in the profession of Medical Representative, but also the organization of public relations in the role of a Manager in a business environment.
Nosology
Learning the main diseases that are most common in humans, in relation to specific systems or organs, their clinical symptoms and the related extensions for their prevention and treatment, combining pharmacological knowledge.
Medical - Scientific Publications
Students gain the ability to read, to understand in depth, but also to explain medical and scientific publications, through the identification of the most important information that can be extracted and the knowledge of the processes that mediate from the research to the final publication of a study.
Domestic Pharmaceutical Formulations
The deepening in the domestic formulation, through the acquaintance with the domestic pharmaceutical preparations, from their brand name, their active substance, the category to which they belong up to their uses.
Elements of Biotechnology
The introduction to the concepts of Biotechnology, its modern achievements and its recent applications. Students become familiar with the main methods used, the concept of cloning and the various experimental approaches to biotechnological drug production.
Toxicology
The modern approach to toxicology regarding the classification, mechanism of action, identification, treatment and epidemiology of the most important poisons of chemical, biological and radioactive origin.
Costing
Gaining the necessary knowledge and developing skills around the effective planning of business activities, determining and controlling costs, determining the selling price, cost matching income and providing the basics of a company's operating policy.
Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Trials
The introduction to the safety of pharmaceuticals and to pharmacovigilance and to the necessity of the existence of this sector for the safe distribution of drugs. The course also deepens into the design and regulatory requirements for conducting clinical trials.
Introduction to Public Health-GeSy
The acquaintance of the students with the good operation of Public Health and its corresponding problems, with the guidance from the regulatory bodies and with the respective legislative framework. The course also describes the operating rules of the General Health System (ΓεΣΥ) in Cyprus.
Development of Personal Skills
Students develop personal skills, such as self-management, conflict resolution techniques, communication and teamwork, with the goal of drawing up a Personal Development Plan, identifying their personal strengths and areas of development.
Entrepreneurship
The course introduces the concept of entrepreneurship, through learning the right way of thinking, market research methods and tools, business plans and development strategies.
Methodology of Research in Health Sciences
The introduction of students to the research methodology, from the identification of the research question to the processing of the research methodology, the analysis and processing of the results. At this stage, students are invited to choose the topic of their Thesis for the next two semesters.
Introduction to Nutrition
The introduction to the concept of the needs of the human body in nutrients, the concept of energy balance and the problems that can arise from the lack of essential components of good nutrition. nutritional supplements are also being deepened.
Professional Communication
Students learn and practice in depth through the process of the Medical Representative visiting a health Professional (e.g. doctor). The preparation of the visit, the visit itself and the actions that take place after the visit are covered, so that students are able to apply the best practices themselves and of course to teach as Medical Representatives Managers.
International Business
Understanding the business context on an international basis drawing on international business theory and practice and international management practices and strategies.
Pharmacy Law
The basic knowledge of the most important legal regulations concerning pharmaceutical and medical practice. The course makes the first contact with the legal and judicial authorities of the Republic of Cyprus as well as the European Union, but also of international organizations dealing with issues related to health. In addition, the course deals with issues of Bioethics and the General Data Protection Regulation (GPDR).
Practical Training
The practical training of students to apply the knowledge and skills, developed in their current studies, in the subject of Medical Representative Management, in Pharmaceutical Companies, Pharmaceutical Industries or Companies of Medical Devices or Cosmetics, but also various helath organizations.
Marketing Research
Learning the necessity of Marketing research through the techniques of its preparation and conduct, for data collection, creation of plans and the use of various research tools.
Human Resources Management
The introduction of students to the basic principles of human resource management in an organization / company, in order to achieve excellent management and staff relationships in the workplace, through compliance with fundamental employment laws and addressing business challenges.
Integrated Marketing Communication
The understanding how to develop and implement "integrated marketing communication" programs, how to successfully manage a project, how to develop a thriving customer relationship, and how to sell ideas to a business.
Pharmacoeconomics
The course deals with the application of economic parameters in the field of health and medicine, the cost of preparation of drugs and the cost of the treatment for a disease, through the various data of pharmacoeconomic studies.
Specialized Pharmacology: Formulary
The familiarity of the most commonly prescribed medicinal products and their various categorizations, through the understanding of the use of pharmaceutical reference bookσ, such as BNF and other medical guides. In addition, the course deals with the treatment of poisoning and drugs for the treatment of obesity, osteoporosis, erectile dysfunction and anti-cancer.
Thesis I
The preparation of the students' dissertation in a specialized subject. The student chooses the type of dissertation and the scientific area, with a specific Supervising Professor. At the end of the course, the student submits a progress report of 3-4 pages that will include the research questions, the methodology and the basic description of the Introduction section.
e – Marketing
The acquaintance with the e-marketing and the e-consumer population, with the aim of the strategic improvement of the e-business.
Project Management
Introduction to the management of procedures for the successful undertaking of a project in terms of planning, organization, management and control of resources, in order to achieve a defined set of objectives.
Operations Management
The introduction of students in the concepts of Operations Management as well as the administrative procedures that lead to operational results, regarding the production and the provision of services to organizations.
Thesis II
The writing and completion of the students' dissertation, which includes at least ten thousand (10,000) words. Students will have to present a final short oral presentation on their dissertation, in front of the Three-Member Evaluation Committee of their Thesis.
Bioinformatics
The elective course Bioinformatics offers the familiarization of students with various Bioinformatics tools and the use of the most common databases, for the analysis and synthesis of data and information. The course is combined with practical training in the main databases and Bioinformatics tools.
Introduction to Competition Law
The elective course Introduction to Competition Law offers an understanding of the basic principles of competition law and their application in today's global pharmaceutical economy.
Biotechnological Products Sale Consulting
The understanding of the biotechnological products and the technologies used, but also of their presence in the modern pharmaceutical market. Students are asked to understand the specificity of these products and to develop specialized presentation techniques.
Parapharmaceudical Products
Students deepen into the formulas, manufacture, maintenance, distribution, use and properties of the cosmetics as well as of a wide range of parapharmaceutical products, as well as Homeopathy products.
Coordinator of the Programme: Dr Androulla Miliotou
Office: 5 Kallipolis Avenue, 1055 Nicosia
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Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Medical Law
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Mr Agis Charalambous is a Lecturer at KES College since 2021. He holds a Master’s degree (LLM) in Medical Law & Ethics and a Bachelor’s degree (LLB) in Law, from Birmingham City University. Mr Charalambous works at the litigation department of the law offices of Michael Kyprianou & Co LLC as a Lawyer and his practice encompasses civil and criminal disputes. He is also heading the Intellectual property department of the firm. Mr Charalambous has attended several training seminars related to medical negligence and intellectual property in Cyprus and abroad (Austria, France, Greece). In addition, Mr Charalambous is an accredited mediator. He teaches subjects related to his expertise.
Employment status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Finance, Marketing
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives Management
Brief Curriculum Vitae: Mr. Michalis Constandinou is a lecturer at KES COLLEGE from this academic year. As of 2015, he holds a Master's degree in Finance from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's degree from the Athens University of Economics and Business as of 2012. Mr. Constandinou professional experience started in a main automotive company since 2014 - 2016 then moved to a main financial institution (Comerica Bank) from 2016 - 2020. He also taught classes in Finance and Marketing at the University of Michigan. He now teaches classes around his specialties.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Accounting
Programmes of Study: Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Culinary Business Management, Hotel Management, Business Management, Office Administration and Secretarial Studies, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Mr Demetris Demetriou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2015. He is in possession of a Post Graduate Degree in Εducational Leadership and Politics from Cyprus Open University and a Degree (BSc) in Accounting and Finance from University of North Texas. He is an Accounting Lecturer in numerous educational institutions from 1992. Moreover he worked as an Auditor from 1988 to 1991 acquiring significant experience on issues related to his profession. He also participated in numerous seminars whereby, he had the opportunity to enrich his knowledge and improve his skills. He is accredited by the Human Resource Development Authority as an internal trainer.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Phychology
Programmes of Study: Business Management
Short CV: Dr Nicos Georgiou is a Senior Lecturer at KES College since 2009. He has a Doctorate Degree in Psychology, a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology, a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing. Mr Georgiou has ample research activity having assumed the role of assistant researcher in a number of programs from 2005 to date. He has ample teaching experience in the field of psychology and has worked for the Public Service and the State Prison as a Psychologist. During his career he has given a number of presentations on several topics related to his profession and has also published several articles.
Publications: Georgiou, N.A., Stavrinides, P. & Georgiou, S. (2016). Parenting and children’s adjustment problems: The mediating role of self-esteem and peer relations. Journal of Behavioral and Emotional Difficulties, 21(4) Pages 433-446.
Employment status: Part-time
Position: Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Chemistry
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives Management
Brief Curriculum Vitae: Dr Maria Koyioni is a Senior Lecturer at KES COLLEGE since 2022. She has a PhD in Organic Chemistry as of 2016, and a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Cyprus as of 2010. In 2017-2018 she worked as postdoctoral researcher at the University of Oxford and in 2019 at a research institute in Łódź, Poland. In 2020 she received funding by RIF for the implementation of a DIDAKTOR project as the project coordinator and principal investigator. During her PhD and postdoctoral research, she participated in many international conferences, in nine of which she gave oral presentations. Furthermore, she had represented Cyprus at the EuChemS Young Investigator Workshop 2019 and 2020. Since 2022 she is acting as Coordinator for the selection and preparation of students for the International Chemistry Olympiad. Until today, she has published eighteen original research articles and three book chapters (h-index 10). She teaches classes of her specialties.
Employment status: Part-time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Biology
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives Management
Brief Curriculum Vitae: Dr. Louca Maria, is a Senior Lecturer at KES COLLEGE since 2022. She holds a degree since 2015 in Biological Sciences, Excellent, 1st in the ranking of students. Since 2020, she holds a PhD about the involvement of proteins in the aggressiveness of glioblastoma, brain cancer, from the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing of the University of Cyprus. Dr. Louca holds scholarships for the completion of her doctoral studies and is active in research in the field of cancer and epigenetics. He has worked for 5 years as a teaching assistant in the Department of Mechanical Engineering of the University of Cyprus and 2 years as a teaching specialist in higher education. Dr. Louca has participated in scientific conferences in Cyprus and the Netherlands and has been awarded with the 1st prize for poster presentation. She has published scientific works from 2017 until today with over 210 scientific references (h-index 8). Also Dr. Louca is a Reviewer in a scientific journal. She teaches classes of her specialties.
Employment status: Full-time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: English Language
Programmes of Study: Office Administration and Secretarial Studies, Culinary Business Management, Beauty Therapy, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Medical Representatives Management, Culinary Arts, Journalism with Public Relations, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Brief Curriculum Vitae: Ms Thalia Malekou is currently a Lecturer at KES COLLEGE. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2006) and a Master of Arts in Education (Special Educational Needs) from Brunel University of London (2008). She has 14 years of experience in teaching young learners and 12 years of experience as a Lecturer at Higher Education Institutions. In addition, she has attended several seminars regarding teaching methods to young learners organized mostly by Cambridge ESOL. She teaches subjects of her specialty.
Employment Status: Part-time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Pharmacology
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives Management
Brief Curriculum Vitae: Mrs. Mikaella Mitsinga is a Lecturer at KES COLLEGE since the current academic year (2022). Since 2014, she holds a Master's Degree (MSc) in Cancer Therapeutics at Barts Cancer Institute, one of the top cancer institutes in the UK and a CRUK centre of excellence. There, she completed a research project, investigating drug-resistant mesothelioma cell lines (ADI-PEG20 drug agent) (was in Phase II clinical trial). Part of the project published in Cell Reports in 2016. More recently, she completed Pharmacy Studies (BSc) in European University of Cyprus. There, she successfully completed a project reviewing data for breast cancer genetic alterations. Previously in 2013, she graduated from the University of Huddersfield in Pharmaceutical Sciences, with main academic disciplines in Organic Chemistry, Formulation and Pharmaceutics, Analytical Chemistry and Biochemistry. Since 2014, she was a Medical Representative and then promoted as a Medical Representatives Supervisor in a Pharmaceutical Company based in Nicosia. Currently, she is employed in a Pharmacy in Nicosia. She teaches classes of her specialties.
Publication
Locke, M., Ghazaly, E., Freitas, M. O., Mitsinga, M., Lattanzio, L., Lo Nigro, C., Nagano, A., Wang, J., Chelala, C., Szlosarek, P., & Martin, S. A. (2016). Inhibition of the Polyamine Synthesis Pathway Is Synthetically Lethal with Loss of Argininosuccinate Synthase 1. Cell Reports, 16(6), 1604–1613. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.celrep.2016.06.097
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Program Coordinator, Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Molecular Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Programmes of Study: Medical Represenatives Management, Medical Representatives, Beauty Therapy, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Dr. Miliotou N. Androulla is the Program Coordinator for Medical Representatives Management (4 years, Bachelor), Medical Representatives (3 years, Higher Diploma and 2 years Diploma) and Pharmacy Assistant (Technician) (2 years, Diploma) and a Senior Lecturer at KES College, since 2020. Dr. Miliotou holds a PhD in Molecular Pharmacology and a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Molecular Diagnosis, at the School of Pharmacy, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She has also a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Biotechnology, at the University of Thessaly. She has contributed to the co-assistance of teaching the Laboratories of Pharmacology I & II, for undergraduate students, while she has trained a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Laboratory of Pharmacology, Department of Pharmacy, University of Thessaloniki. In addition, she has worked from 2017-2019 in the private sector, in Institutes of Vocational Training (IEK) and has taught a variety of courses in most Vocational Programmes in the field of Health Studies.Dr. Miliotou has received scholarships for her doctoral studies and is an active researcher in the field of Pharmacology and Biotechnology. Dr. Miliotou has also written chapters in two scientific books and has participated in scientific conferences in Greece, Germany, and U.S.A, with oral presentations and scientific posters. She has also participated in many research programmes. She has published several scientific papers, with over 339 citations (h-index 4). Her research interests consist of the production and intracellular delivery of therapeutic mRNAs. In 2020, the results of her research activity were patented in a national level and the international patent-pending has been published in 2021. In addition, in 2022, her research work received the Award of Excellence of the Dean of the School of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki for "Remarkable clinical-laboratory work and application of innovative methods and techniques for the first time in Greece". Dr. Miliotou teaches subjects of her specialty.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Office Administration and Secretarial Studies, Economics
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives, Beauty Therapy, Hotel Management, Culirary Arts, Bakery and Pastry, Office Administration and Secretarial Studies
Short CV: Ms Elena Panayiotou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2020. She holds an MBA from the Mediterranean Institute of Management and a BA in Economics from the University of Cyprus. In addition, she is a PhD candidate in Business Administration and her academic and research interests include the effect of corporate culture on accounting procedures and connection between job satisfaction, employee loyalty and productivity.
Employment status: Full-time
Position: Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Chemistry
Programmes of Study: Beauty Therapy, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Medical Representatives Management, Technician for the Production of Organic Products
Brief Curriculum Vitae: Dr Petri Papafilippou, is employed as a Senior Lecturer at KES COLLEGE since October of 2022, teaching Chemistry lessons. Between September 2019 and June 2022 she has taught Chemistry lessons in other Higher Education Institutions in Cyprus.
Dr. Petri Papaphilippou graduated from the Chemistry Department of the University of Cyprus (2003) and received her MSc degree in Chemistry from the same department in 2005. The MSc thesis was emphasized on the Inorganic chemistry, and specifically on the synthesis and characterization of vanadium complexes V(IV,V) with chelate phenolate ligands. In 2010, Dr. Petri Papaphilippou received a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing (University of Cyprus). During her PhD studies, she had worked on the synthesis, characterization and applications of new polymeric materials in the Βiomedical and Nanotechnology field. More specifically, the PhD thesis' title is: “Synthesis, Characterization and Applications of Novel Magneto-responsive and pH-Responsive Polymer-based Materials”. Between February 2011 and April 2013, she worked in “GAIA”-Laboratory of Environmental Engineering at the Department of Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering (University of Cyprus) as post-doctoral researcher on projects funded by Cyprus Research Promotion Foundation, by European Union (ENPI, FP7) and by University of Cyprus Grant "New Researchers". Within the postdoctoral fellowship period in “GAIA”, the research activities were focused on the design and application of advanced chemical oxidation methods for the treatment of olive oil wastewater and of photo-driven processes for the degradation of other xenobiotic compounds.
Between December 2013 and March 2015, she worked as post-doctoral associate at the Mechanical and Manufacturing Department (University of Cyprus). Moreover, the research activities were focused on the design and application of fibrous membranes on urban wastewater treatment and also, on the preparation of PVP-crosslinked electrospun membranes with embedded Cu2O nanoparticles and their effective utilization in heterogeneous catalysis. Moreover, since February 2019, she works as post-doctoral research fellow at the Mechanical and Manufacturing Department (University of Cyprus) on a project funded by Cyprus Research Foundation. Her research activity under this project is the synthesis of polymer-based micelles that have the ability to encapsulate into their micellar core pharmaceutical substances. Such composite compounds could be applied in Biomedical field as drug nano-carriers in Cancer therapy. Her research activities (citations ~ 340 (h-index = 7)) are published in international peer-reviewed scientific journals such as Biomacromolecules, Chemical Engineering Journal και ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. Furthermore, she was invited to review in international peer-reviewed scientific journals such as RSC advances, Journal of Materials Chemistry C, Journal of Molecular Liquids, Polymer International and Ambiagua. Also, she co-supervised Bsc and Msc candidates whilst in the duration of her Msc, PhD thesis and Post-doctoral.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Pharmaceutical
Programmes of Study: Pharmacy Assistant (Technician), Medical Representatives
Short CV: Ms Elli Phillipou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2017. She has a Bachelor’s and a Master’s Degree in Pharmacy from the University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences of Brno in the Czech Republic. Since 2017 she has been teaching at Intercollege and at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the University of Nicosia. Moreover in 2014-2016 she worked as a wholesale manager for Cycon Chemicals Ltd in Nicosia. She has participated in nine conferences and seminars.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Programme Coordinator, Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Biology, Environmental Management
Programmes of Study: Journalism with Public Relations, Gardening, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management
Short CV: Dr. Demetrios Sarris is an Academic Scholar with +15 years research experience, participating in over 20 international and national research projects and has developed international collaborations with scientists from Switzerland, USA, France, Israel, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Cyprus and Greece. Publications of his research teams have a significant impact and are featured in leading scientific journals, with research findings having been presented in +30 primarily international conferences. He is also a reviewer for more than 10 international journals and has designed and supervised over 30 Thesis. Trained in Switzerland (Inst. of Botany, Univ. Basel) and Greece (Dept of Biology, Univ. of Patras) in Biology (BSc), in Ecology and Environmental Management (MSc) and in Dendro- Ecology/Climatology and Plant Science (PhD), he has been employed: (i) at the Dept of Biological Sciences of the Univ. of Cyprus (having held the positions of Assistant Professor-Academic Visitor and Special Scientist for Research & Lecturing), (ii) at the Open Univ. of Cyprus (as Academic Coordinator, Adjunct Faculty Tutor & Master’s Thesis Supervisor of the Environmental Conservation and Management Postgraduate Program), (iii) at the Dept of Life Sciences, European Univ. of Cyprus and (iv) at KES College in Cyprus (as Coordinator of the Environmental Management and of the Organic Products Technicians’ Programs). He has also worked at Academic Institutions in Greece and has Post Doc experience at the Inst. of Botany, Univ. Basel and at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI, ETH-Zurich). He is an expert of the International Science Network MedECC, which supports, inter alia, the UN Environmental Program, and has served as Scientific Consultant for Scientific Documentaries (e.g. Άνυδρη Γη), for the University of Cyprus (Black Gold Strategic Program) on Sustainable Agroforestry and Organic Farming aiming to revitalize the carob industry of Cyprus («Μαύρος Χρυσός») and for the Association of Organic Farmers in Cyprus. He is also an Invited Member of the Editorial Board of Annals of Silvicultural Research.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Programmes of Study: Hotel Management, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician), Culinary Arts, Bakery and Pastry
Short CV: Dr. Sophocleous Xanthi is a Senior Lecturer at KES College since 2017 and she is a holder of an undergraduate qualification in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics from the Charokopio University in Athens. Moreover, she holds an MBA from Maastricht School of Management. Ms Sophocleous is a holder of a PhD with the topic: Associations between Cypriot’s children television food advertising exposure and their eating behavior: An observational and diagnostic survey with the use of questionnaires and eating behavior tests in 1088 Cypriot children. She has in-depth experience as a Medical Representative of a Pharmaceutical company. From 2010-2018 she has her own personal nutrition practice.
Employment status: Part-time
Position: Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Public Health
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives Management
Dr Vaso Stylianou is a Senior Lecturer at KES COLLEGE from the current academic year (2022). She holds a PhD in Health Management since 2022, a Master’s Degree in Community Health Care since 2015, specializing in Family Care and a Bachelor degree in General Nursing since 2013. Dr Stylianou has worked in several sectors of primary and secondary health care. Currently, she is working as a nurse in at the Accurate Health Auditing and Consulting Company since 2022. Dr Stylianou research interest concerns Organ and Tissue Donation and general interventional programs in health issues. She teaches classes of her specialties.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: English Literature
Programmes of Study: Office Administration and Secretarial Studies, Medical Representatives, Journalism with Public Relations, Beauty Therapy, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician), Culinary Arts, Bakery and Pastry
Short CV: Mrs. Maria Tserkezou is a Lecturer at KES College from the current academic year (2020). She has a Master’s Degree in English Language Teaching from the University of Essex (UK) and a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature from the Aristotle University (Thessaloniki, Greece). She has more than 17 years of teaching experience in the private education (secondary schools and higher education). She teaches Academic English, General English, ESP, IGCSE and IELTS and she is continuously educated about modern trends in education.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Business Administration / Marketing
Programmes of Study: Hotel Management, Culinary Business Management, Business Management, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Gardening and Landscaping, Medical Representative Management
Short CV: Mr Costas Yerokostas is a Lecturer at KES College from 2005 - May 2016 and October 2017 - present. He holds an MBA and a BSc in Marketing Management from the University of Florida Metropolitan. Between 2016 and 2017 he was employed as a Deputy Academic Director at a higher education institution. He also worked as the Head of the Marketing & Subscriptions Service Department at CreditInfo Cyprus from 2004 to 2008 and at Leptos Group of Companies as a Marketing Executive from 2000 to 2002.