Department of Business Administration

PHRONESIS
emPower HR: develOp & eNhance Employability Skills in business Students​

ERASMUS BLENDED INTENSIVE PROGRAMME

On behalf of the University of Thessaly, we are delighted to invite your University to participate in our upcoming Erasmus Blended Intensive Programme “PΗRONESIS (emPower HR: develOp and eNhance Employability Skills in busIness Students)” in May 2024.

In the dynamic landscape of human resource management, the need for a comprehensive and experiential learning approach has become increasingly evident. To address this demand, our blended project has been designed to provide business students with a unique blend of on-site (13-17 May 2024) and online experiences. This project encompasses a week of academic and organizational talks, followed by immersive company visits focused on real-world challenges. The culmination of the project involves online presentations and the synthesis of outcomes.

We believe that this project will be an invaluable learning experience for students and teaching staff for all universities partners. By fostering collaboration and exchange between our institutions, we aim to enrich the educational experience of our students and prepare them for success in their future careers.

Host Coordinator: Dr Achilleas Anagnostopoulos (anagnos@uth.gr) 

BIP University Partners

Greece

University of Thessaly
Business Administration
10 (local) Students

Romania

West University of Timisoara
Economics & Business Administration
5 Students

Portugal

University of Porto
School of Economics and Management
6 Students

Lithuania

Kaunas University of Technology
Economics and Business
5 Students

Netherlands

Avans University of Applied Sciencesy
AMF School for Management and Finance
3 Students

Serbia

University of Belgrade
Faculty of Organisational Studies
6 Students

Canada

University of Toronto
Centre for Industrial Relations & Human Resources
2 Students

Moldova

Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova
Faculty of Business Management & Administration
2 Students

Cyprus

Neapolis University Pafos
Department of Economics and Business
3 Students

BIP Business Partners

Joist Park Innovation

https://joistpark.eu/en/
Company Challenge: HR KPIs and Evaluation

Cosmos Aluminium

https://www.cosmosaluminium.gr/en/br> Company Challenge: Employer Branding

Grecotel Hotel & Resorts
(Larissa Imperial)

https://www.grecotel.com/
Company Challenge: Identifying Soft Skills & Tailoring Training Methods in the Hotel Industry

MELISSA-KIKIZAS S.A.

https://melissa-kikizas.com/en/ Company Challenge: Recruiting & Hiring Manufacturing Employees

IASO Thessalias

https://www.iaso.gr/thessalias/en/
Company Challenge: Building an Engaged & High-Performing Team

BIP Supporters

Municipality of Larissa

Deputy Mayor's Office of cultural affairs https://www.larissa-dimos.gr

Κ. ΤΣΙΛΙΛΗΣ Α.Ε.

https://www.tsililis.gr

Project Phases

PHASE 1

ONLINE ACADEMICS & ORGANIZATIONAL INSIGHTS

PHASE 2

ON SITE COMPANY VISITS & CHALLENGES

PHASE 3

ONLINE PRESENTATION & OUTCOMES

Reflections on the Program Schedule

The comprehensive program details will be unveiled one month prior to the project commencement

Phase 1: Immersive Academics and Organizational Insights

The journey begins with a preliminary on-line phase (90 minutes talks and discussions in 3 afternoons between 02 May – 09 May). Students will participate in a series of academic and organizational talks delivered by industry experts and professors who will share insights into the latest trends, best practices, and challenges within the field of HR. The upcoming sessions will delve into a diverse array of topics, with specific details to be announced at a later date.

Phase 2: On-Site Company Visits and Challenges

To bridge the gap between theory and practice, students will embark on company visits to organizations in their chosen industries. These visits will provide students with firsthand exposure to real-world business operations and decision-making processes. Working in teams, they apply their theoretical understanding to devise innovative solutions, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Phase 3: Online Presentations and Outcomes

Building upon the knowledge and insights gained from the previous phases, students will work in teams to develop and present online presentations on specific business challenges. These presentations will showcase students’ ability to synthesize information, apply their knowledge, and propose innovative solutions to real-world business problems.

In conclusion, our Erasmus BIP in human resource management for business students offers a dynamic and immersive learning experience. By combining on-site engagement with online collaboration, students acquire a well-rounded skill set that prepares them for the complexities of contemporary business roles.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE / ON-LINE PHASE 1

THURSDAY 02/05

 

TUESDAY 07/05

 

THURSDAY 09/05

17.00-17.30

Virtual Welcome Sessions Opening Remarks

Team Leaders – Students

University of Thessaly

 

17:00-17:30

“Reframing the problem of Skills & Shortages”

Mr BAINBRIDGE Steven

Senior Policy Expert, Vocational Education and Training  

 

17:00-17:30

“Women in Business in Greece: Skills for Success”

Ms TZIOURVA Olga

Regional Director, Public Employment Services in Thessaly

17:30-18:00

Presentations of Company Challenges

Team Leaders – Students

University of Thessaly

 

17:30-18:00

Next-Gen’s Empowerment: The Significance of Young Staff’s Soft Skills in International Settings

Ms Filareti PAKA

NATO Officer, Organizational Design, Development and Change Management

 

17:30-18:00

The Importance of Soft Skills:  Lessons from the SEV Skills4Jobs pilot initiative

Dr Christos IOANNOU

Advisor to the Board, Consultant on Human Resources, Human Capital and Labour Affairs, Hellenic Federation of Enterprises

18:00-18:30

Presentations of Company Challenges

Team Leaders – Students

University of Thessaly

 

18:00-18:30

Employer Branding Strategies

Ms Evi BLIKA,

Talent Acquisition Manager

 PricewaterhouseCoopers, Greece

 

18.00-18.30

Virtual Closing Remarks

Dr Achilleas Anagnostopoulos,

University of Thessaly

ERASMUS PROGRAM - BIP LARISSA MAY 2024
DAILY SCHEDULE 12/5-18/5 (PRESENCE PHASE)

DAY

SUN 12/5

MON 13/5

TUE 14/5

WED 15/5

THU 16/5

FRI 17/5

SAT 18/5

 

 

MORNING

 

09:00-14:00

COMPANY CHALLENGES

09:00-14:00

COMPANY CHALLENGES

09.30 -15.30

A. COMPANY VISIT – TSILILI WINERY

BCULTURAL VISIT METEORA

09:00-14:00

COMPANY CHALLENGES

09:00-12:30

COMPANY CHALLENGES

12:00

DEPARTURE

End of on-site session

 BREAK

 

15:00-16:00

LUNCH

15:00-16:00

LUNCH

FREE TIME –

LUNCH IN METEORA

15:00-16:00

LUNCH

13:00-14:00

LUNCH

 

AFTERNOON

 

17:00-19:00

STUDY GROUP WORK

HOTEL PREMISE

(Prof Supervision)

17:00-19:00

STUDY GROUP WORK

GAIOPOLIS CAMPUS

(Prof Supervision)

17:00-19:00

STUDY GROUP WORK

GAIOPOLIS CAMPUS

(Prof Supervision)

17:00-19:00

STUDY GROUP WORK GAIOPOLIS CAMPUS

(Prof Supervision)

15:00

COMPANY VISIT

THE ECO-FRIENDLY BISCUIT VIOLANTA

 

 

 

EVENING

19:30-21:30

WELCOME EVENING

MILL OF PAPAS

19:30-21:00

CITY TOUR

(a tour guide will take us to the most important spots of the city)

FREE TIME 

 

FREE TIME

19:00-22:00

CULTURAL NIGHT GAIOPOLIS SPORTS CENTRE

17.00 -20.00 CULTURAL VISIT

PLATAMON CASTLE SEA SIDE -PLATAMONAS

 

WHEN

- Online Lectures April/May 2024
- Physical Mobility 12-18 May 2024

WHERE

University of Thessaly, Larissa City,
Gaiopolis Campus

WHO

Pre- Requisites
- Bachelor & Postgraduate Students from Business & Economics Faculties
- English B2

Important Dates

NOMINATION DEADLINE:
15 February 2024

ENTRY CONFIRMATION:
15 March 2024

ENROLMENT:
1-10 Aril 2024

PRESENCE SESSIONS:
12-18 May 2024

Registration for BIP School

University of Thessaly students have the opportunity to apply until Friday, March 15, 2024 via a separate application form.

Students from partner universities need to be nominated by their home institution via email to anagnos@uth.gr and fill in our application form by Friday, March 15, 2024.

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