A Warm Welcome to the 26th Cohort of the Executive MBA at AUEB

The Executive MBA program at AUEB welcomed its new students on Friday, September 8, 2023, with a special welcome evening at the University’s new building.

Following a brief opening address by Program Director Professor Vassilis Papadakis, students participated in experiential exercises led by Associate Professors Nikandrou and Karandi. Through these activities, students shared their expectations, enthusiasm, and goals, while engaging in exercises designed to promote collaboration, self-expression, and team bonding.

For another academic year, the Executive MBA program is proud to support the exceptional students of its 26th cohort, while embracing the responsibility that comes with nurturing such talented professionals.

Some key distinguishing statistics about this cohort:

• Half of the students already hold a master’s degree, often in fields outside economics or business administration, and three students have a doctoral degree.
• The average age of participants is over 38 years.
• Approximately 40% of the cohort are women.
• The average work experience after their first degree exceeds 8 years.
• A significant portion of students joined the program upon recommendation from their employers.
• More than one-third of the students receive financial support from their organizations.
• For the majority of applicants (around 7 out of 10), the Executive MBA is the only chosen option—either they are accepted or they do not pursue a postgraduate degree.

We sincerely thank our new students for their trust in the program and look forward to providing a productive and transformative two-year journey that will enhance both their career paths and personal growth.