The first cohort of the Master’s program in Digital Transformation, offered by the Athens University of Economics and Business with full funding from Eurobank, has graduated, creating a meaningful bridge between the academic community and the job market.
The graduation ceremony took place at the Athens University of Economics and Business, in the presence of representatives from the University’s academic authorities and Eurobank’s management, reaffirming the two organizations’ shared goal of investing in the development of specialized professionals with up-to-date knowledge and skills in the fields of digital transformation, technology, and innovation.
The first cycle of the Program was completed with the participation of students from Greece and abroad, including Cyprus and Bulgaria, confirming the interest in the countries where the Eurobank Group operates in specialized studies in the fields of digital transformation and artificial intelligence. The second cycle of the Program is already underway, while applications for the third cycle of studies will remain open until July 3, 2026.
Eurobank actively participates in the Program, sharing with students expertise and experience in modern digital transformation applications and making a substantial contribution to connecting the academic community with the job market. As part of this collaboration, the Bank offers employment opportunities at Eurobank each year to the ten top-performing graduates, while graduates from the first cohort have already accepted job offers from the Bank.
Starting next academic year, the Program will evolve and be renamed “MSc in AI for Digital Transformation,” integrating artificial intelligence and its applications into businesses and organizations even more dynamically. The Program’s new structure responds to contemporary market demands, offering even greater flexibility regarding the days and times of classes, making it easier for working professionals and business executives to attend.
In a statement, the Rector of the Athens University of Economics and Business, Professor Vasileios Vasdekis, said: “The Athens University of Economics and Business systematically invests in modern degree programs that meet the real needs of the economy and the labor market. Our collaboration with Eurobank is a prime example of linking academic knowledge with innovation, technology, and the skills of the future, offering students substantial career development prospects.”
The Chairman of the Board of Directors of Eurobank and Professor Emeritus at the Athens University of Economics and Business, Mr. George P. Zanias, stated: “The real challenge today is not only the development of new technologies, but the creation of people with the right skills to put them into practice. Through Eurobank’s collaboration with the Athens University of Economics and Business, we aim to bring the academic community closer to the job market, creating meaningful career prospects for the new generation of leaders in digital transformation and artificial intelligence.”
Greetings were delivered by the Dean of the AUEB School of Business Administration, Professor Angeliki Poulymenakou, the Chair of the Department of Management Science and Technology, Professor Ioannis Nikolaou, and the Director of the Master’s Program in Digital Transformation, Professor Georgios Lekakos.
Also in attendance at the ceremony on behalf of Eurobank were Ms. Natassa Paschali, Group Chief Human Resources Officer; Mr. Michalis Vlastarakis, Group Chief Marketing Officer; and Mr. Panos Kardasis, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility & Special Projects.
The initiative is part of Eurobank’s long-standing strategy to support education and young people, as well as to develop highly skilled human capital.
The“Forward for Education”program, which the Bank launched in 2003 to highlight effort, perseverance, and excellence, now includes targeted actions to bridge the gap between education and the labor market, such as funding the operation of the mprostagiatinpaideia.gr platform by Linq, which has more than 2,700 members and has led to 467 hires over a two-year period.
More information about the program and the application process for the MSc in AI for Digital Transformation can be found here.