DEPARTMENT COURSES OFFERED IN ENGLISH ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES ENGLISH FRENCH TURKISH AND MIDDLE EASTERN All courses offered in English https://www.ucy.ac.cy/eng/en/# FRENCH : All courses offered in French https://www.ucy.ac.cy/frml/fr/academicprogramms/undergraduate EUROPEAN : Courses are offered in English, French and German Language see separate table for courses in English * https://www.ucy.ac.cy/frml/fr/academicprogramms/undergraduate All courses offered in Turkish https://www.ucy.ac.cy/tms/en/academicprogramms/undergraduate/analyticalprogramme-of-studies SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND EDUCATION EDUCATION PSYCHOLOGY SOCIAL AND POLITICAL SCIENCES LAW. The students must get in contact with the host Erasmus Departmental Coordinators in order to know how they will be taught and evaluated. The professors may prepare material in English and/or may organize tutorials and individual or group meetings. The evaluation may include assignments or other activities. Students must attend all workshops. English language knowledge is essential. School placements are not allowed for incoming students. PSY100 Introduction to Psychology (5 ECTS) - fall PSY331 Behavioral Neuroscience (6 ECTS) - spring (No code yet)- Law of International Organizations (Obligatory for all Erasmus students; lectures in English, mid-term written exam, final written exam) LAW 206- Public International Law (supervised reading, lectures and/or tutorials, final written exam) LAW 006- Legal Psychology (composite method of assessment, including lectures and tutorials, papers and final written exam) LAW 202- EU Law (supervised reading, papers) (No code yet) European Convention of Human Rights (supervised reading, papers) LAW 241- Criminal Law General Part or Special Part (to be confirmed)(supervised reading, tutorials, papers) LAW 456 - Moot court (students who spend the entire academic year at the University of Cyprus are eligible to participate in the moot court and/or Model United Nations (MUN) teams under the same conditions as the UCY students) Erasmus students are also required to attend all lectures given in English by guest lecturers. There can also be individual arrangements for additional courses but this depends exclusively on the availability of each Professor. SCHOOL OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES CHEMISTRY MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS COMPUTER SCIENCE No Courses in English * Assignments, English Bibliography and course notes to be given only by prior arrangement with the Tutor
PHYSICS BIOLOGY MECHANICAL CIVIL ELECTRICAL ARCHITECTURE ECONOMICS BIO 491, 492 Undergraduate Thesis I, II (12-14 ECTS) The thesis can either be carried out in a laboratory or be of a bibliographical nature. Students who choose to carry out their thesis in a laboratory must secure a position in one of the available laboratories in consultation with their academic advisor. A bibliographical thesis is carried out under the supervision of the student academic advisor who is also responsible for the topic selection. BIO 442, 443 Internship in Biology (6 ECTS) Field or laboratory research with a faculty member of the Department of Biological Sciences. Students with high academic achievements and intellectual independence are eligible to seek a position in a laboratory of the department. Upon completion of their research work, students must submit a lab or research notebook and a final paper. MASTER LEVEL COURSES: BIO 780, 790 Autonomous Study I and II Bibliographical in depth research essay on front line research topics that are relevant to the content of the postgraduate curriculum. The student is expected to make use of original and review publications in international journals and prepare a written report of 25-30 pages. It is possible to undertake and prepare two such essays per semester. SCHOOL OF No English courses offered. One to one tutorials in English if pre-agreed with instructors and exam in English if required. No English courses offered. One to one tutorials in English if pre-agreed with instructors and exam in English if required No Courses in English one-to-one tutorials and lecture notes in English, English Bibliography SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS Fall 2015-2016: ECO 309 ECONOMIC GROWTH (6 ECTS) In this course we study the theories of and the empirical research on Economic Growth. In particular, we study: (i) Growth models with exogenous saving rates (the Solow-Swan model), (ii) Growth models with consumption optimization (the Ramsey model), (iii) One- and two-sector models of endogenous growth, with special attention to the role of human capital, (iv) Models of technological change with an expanding variety of products, and models with improvements in the quality products, and (v) The diffusion of technology. Finally, we will spend some time on the data on economic growth, on growth accounting, and on the empirical analysis of a cross-section of countries. ECO 311 LABOUR ECONOMICS (6 ECTS) In this course we study the labour market and the effects of economic policy on employment and wages. We also study the relationship between wages and employment opportunities, the way in which economic incentives affect occupational choices, the relationship between wages and the employment environment, the incentives for and the effects of human capital accumulation, as well as the effects of labour unions on wages and labour productivity. Finally, we study the effects of different policy measures, such as minimum wage laws, unemployment benefits, and labour income taxes, on the labour market and the welfare of workers. Spring 2015-2016: ECO 305 INTERNATIONAL TRADE (6 ECTS) Absolute and comparative advantage in trade, trade and income distribution,
resources and trade, international factor movements, economies of scale, imperfect competition and trade, instruments of trade policy, the political economy of trade policy, trade policy in developing countries, and industrial policy in advanced countries. ECO 316 ECONOMICS OF THE EUROPEAN UNION (6 ECTS) Theory of economic integration, history of unification efforts of Europe, basic statistics of Europe, Institutions of the European Union, budget, tax harmonization, European monetary union, foreign trade and economic policies of European Union, relations between Cyprus and European Union and the common policies of the European Union. AFN 222 CORPORATE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (7 ECTS) This course covers applications of Net Present Value (NPV) to capital budgeting investments, the risk-return trade-off, portfolio management, market efficiency, the cost of capital, financial leverage (debt policy or optimal capital structure), dividend policy, and basic valuation techniques. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE AFN 322 INVESTMENT AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT (6 ECTS) This course examines the mechanics of the securities markets and provides a sound understanding of the principles of investment analysis and valuation. It explains how to value financial securities (e.g. bonds, stocks, options, futures), how to determine whether they are appropriate for inclusion in one's portfolio, and how to best trade. Emphasis is given to security analysis (i.e., determining whether an individual security is correctly valued in the market) and portfolio management (i.e., combining securities into a portfolio, monitoring that portfolio, and evaluating its performance). AFN 318 PRINCIPLES OF AUDITING (6 ECTS) This introductory course examines the purpose and nature of auditing, the rules guiding auditing, ethics related to the profession and the auditors, theory of auditing, planning and control, internal control, auditing information, analytical procedures, and auditors' reports. Current literature on the topic will be used emphasizing on Auditing Standards applied in Cyprus, U.K., U.S.A., and internationally. The following courses are offered in English : BPA 241 INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT SCIENCE (6 ECTS) Fall Semester This course introduces students to the basic methods and techniques of the management science. The methods examined include: linear programming, network models, stock management models and decision-making trees. Additionally, practical applications of the above methods and techniques in various operational problems are examined. BUSINESS AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION BPA 251 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING (6 ECTS) Fall Semester The course introduces the concept of marketing in corporate activity. It analyses the main parameters of the business environment and investigates their effect on the process of taking marketing decisions. It examines the marketing information system, the behavior of consumer and organizational buyers and the process of target marketing. In addition, it provides a broad overview of the key elements of the marketing mix programme, namely products, pricing, distribution channels and promotions. BPA 334: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (6 ECTS) -Fall Semester The objective of this course is to introduce students to the theory and practice of Human Resource Management (HRM). Issues such as recruitment, selection, performance appraisal, planning, compensation and benefits, training and development as well as employee relations will be analysed in the course. In addition, students will have the opportunity to analyze a variety of practical situations where the theories behind the practice of HRM are applied.
BPA 347 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (6 ECTS)-Spring semester The course aims to acquaint the students with the different types of information systems that organizations use in support of their strategy, and to explain how firms can deploy technological resources in order to achieve resource-based competitive advantage. The course introduces the students to e-commerce with special focus on network effects and the management (e.g., pricing & versioning) of digital goods. Students will become familiar with how firms use web 2.0 tools to support their marketing and knowledge-management efforts, and will come to recognize the important ethical issues raised by the prevalence of information systems in modern business environments. Students that complete the course will be able to assess the strategic position of a firm, based on its use of technology in support of its strategic resources. Further, students will be practically acquainted with the use of Web2.0 tools and will be required to complete assignments related to social media, wikis, mesh-ups etc. A number of case studies is used to demonstrate the material in practice. The firms that are studied more closely include Zara, Fresh Direct, Capital One, Netflix, Zipcar, Walmart, Zynga, and others. BPA 335: Cross-cultural Management (6 ECTS)-Spring Semester The course introduces students to the role of culture in Management. It focuses on the meaning and significant of culture, studies the role of cultural values and their influence on Organizational Behavior and sketches the significance of cross cultural similarities and differences in Management. The course also emphasizes cross cultural communication and the role of culture in decision making, leadership and human resource management. BPA 336 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS (6 ECTS) -Spring Semester Overview of communication theories, strategies and skills necessary for the successful management of interpersonal, team, committee and group communication, taking into consideration organizational contexts, the potentials and problems of communication/information technologies, cross cultural contacts and gender issues. Emphasis on solving communication problems and improving communication skills through case analysis and practical exercises. BPA 349: Yield Management (6 ECTS)- Spring Semester Yield Management is a process used mainly by service organizations and aims towards the maximization of revenues, under highly uncertain demand. It is also a philosophy that focuses on the appropriate management of unique service characteristics, such as intangibility, perishability and heterogeneity. The result of Yield management is a pricing policy that sets the correct prices, in an environment where customers can make independent decisions, have choices, and access to information. The course first examines the importance of Yield Management. Students have the opportunity to gain an appreciation of the complex factors that influence yield management decisions and they are exposed to a set of methodologies and tools for proper yield management decisions. These are presented through real life examples in service organizations such as hotels, airlines etc. where the applications of yield management tools is the rule rather than the exception. BPA 352 CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR (6 ECTS)-Spring Semester This course examines the various theories of consumer behavior and their application to marketing decision-making. It analyzes the internal and external influences on consumer behavior and investigates methods for segmenting the consumer market. Consumer decision process is also examined, as well as the purchasing act and its outcome. Trends in the consumer market and the issue of consumerism are also discussed within the context of this course. BPA 434 ENTREPRENEURSHIP (6 ECTS) Fall Semester The purpose of this course is to explore the many dimensions of new venture creation and growth. While most of the examples in class will be drawn from new venture formation, we will also draw on cases from entrepreneurship,
social and non-profit entrepreneurship. The class sessions will be devoted to the process of conceptualizing, developing, and managing successful new ventures, ideas or products towards the creation of a business plan. BPA 438 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (6 ECTS)-Fall Semester The course incorporates the following general areas: An overview of current business patterns and their historical antecedents; the social systems within countries as they affect the conduct of business from one country to another; the major theories explaining international business transactions and investments and the institutional influencing the activities; the financial forms and institutions that measure and facilitate international transactions and investments; the interface between nation states and the firms attempting to conduct foreign business activities; the alternatives for overall corporate policy and strategy that accommodate global operations; the concerns and management of international activities that fall largely within functional disciplines; the variety of alternative ways in which international business may evolve in the future. SCHOOL OF LETTERS CLASSICAL BYZANTINE AND MODERN GREEK HISTORY AND ARCHAEOLOGY Tutorials in English if pre agreed with academics and exam in English if required Assignments and exams in English, personal tutoring may be arranged in English