College of Tourism and Hotel Management

Full Time Programs - Travel and Tourism

DIPLOMA IN TRAVEL AND TOURISM ADMINISTRATION

This is a two-year full time program leading to the Diploma in Travel and Tourism Administration and it is accredited by the CYQAA.
Each academic year is divided into two semesters each of which is fifteen weeks in duration.

The objective of this program is to train students for a successful and exciting career in tourism, which is one of the sectors in the economy that is constantly expanding. It is designed to train students to start at supervisory level positions in travel agencies, airlines and similar tourism related enterprises.

During the first year, students acquire solid technical knowledge related to international air travel. At the same time they are introduced to all the different sectors of the travel and tourism industry, and study one foreign language. Furthermore, they have the opportunity to acquaint themselves with the basic concepts of accounting and the structure of the hospitality industry.

The second year course is a true travel and tourism management program, and its aim is to prepare young executives for the tourism industry. The courses taught cover a wide spectrum of management subjects, ranging from marketing and financial management to computer applications and tour operations.

Diploma holders may continue their studies with a view to acquire the Bachelors degree offered by the College or by foreign Universities.

There are two intakes per year: October and February

**The Travel and Tourism Administration students have the possibility to obtain an internationally recognized diploma from the International Air and Transport Association - Universal Federation of Travel Agent’s Association (IATA-UFTAA). Holders of the IATA-UFTAA diploma can become travel consultants, air tariff specialists or work for a hotel, cruise company, car Rental Company, Airline Company and tour Operator Company.

Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded the Diploma in Travel and Tourism Administration.

Course Distribution per semester

Teaching staff of the programme

Antonis Thrassou, Senior Lecturer

Antonis Thrassou is a lecturer in Business and Hospitality Management with extensive experience in higher education and professional training. His academic background focuses on management, hospitality operations, and business administration.

Qualifications:

Masters in management, University of Wolverhampton, 2005
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration, College of Tourism & Hotel Management, 2004
BA in Hospitality Management, Bournemouth University, 2001
Higher Diploma in Hotel Administration, College of Tourism & Hotel Management, 2000

Andreas Christoforou, Senior Lecturer

Andreas Christoforou is a Senior Lecturer in Food & Beverage Management with extensive academic and professional experience in hospitality operations and tourism management. Andreas has held senior roles in hotel operations, tourism management, and training.

Qualifications:

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Hawaii Pacific University ,1997
BSc in Hotel Management, International College of Hospitality Administration (Switzerland), 1995
Diploma in Hotel Operations, Institut Hotelier César Ritz (Switzerland), 1993

Anna Kokhanets, Senior Lecturer

Anna Kokhanets is a lecturer with strong academic and professional experience in hospitality, international relations and event management. Anna has worked in hotel management, corporate administration, translation, and international event coordination, and has been teaching hospitality and events management courses since 2004.

Qualifications:

MA in International Relations, Intercollege / University of Indianapolis, 2002
BA in Hospitality Management, COTHM / Bournemouth University, 1999
TEFL Certificate, London Teaching College, 2005

Dr. Christos Ioannou, Senior Lecturer

Christos Ioannou is a Lecturer in Business Administration with extensive academic and professional expertise in accounting, finance and management. Since 2016, he has been teaching at the College of Tourism and Hotel Management, where he also supervises BA and MBA programs.

Qualifications:

Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), University of Nicosia ,2015
MBA in Finance, University of Leicester, 2004
BA (Hons) in International Accounting, University of Northampton, 2012

Eleftherios M. Colocassides, Senior Lecturer

Eleftherios M. Colocassides is an experienced lecturer and education professional with a strong professional with a strong academic background in human resource management, marketing, and communication. Eleftherios has extensive experience in higher education, academic administration, career guidance, and international operations, and has held roles combining teaching, student support, and institutional development. He brings strong expertise in human resources, leadership, communication, and student development within academic and professional settings.

Qualifications:

MBA, European University Cyprus, 2012
MSc in Human Resource Management & Development, University of Manchester, 2011
MSc in Marketing Communications, University of Bedfordshire, 2006
BA in Media Production, University of Sunderland, 2003
Diploma in Communications, Intercollege, 2001

Roxana Michaelides, Senior Lecturer

Roxana Michaelides is an experienced lecturer and hospitality professional with an extensive background in tourism, hospitality management, and service quality. She holds an MA in Hotel and Restaurant Management from H.I.B.S., Austria, and a BA in International Hospitality Management from the College of Cambridge, along with additional qualifications in tourism and languages. She has taught at several higher education institutions in Cyprus and abroad and is currently a lecturer at the College of Tourism and Hotel Management. Her academic and professional experience includes hospitality operations, tourism development, quality of services, and cultural tourism, supported by active involvement in research, conferences, and industry consultancy.

Qualifications:

• MA in Hotel and Restaurant Management, H.I.B.S. (Austria), 2002

• BA in International Hospitality Management, College of Cambridge, 1999

Constantinos Adamides, Lecturer

Constantinos Adamides is a Computer Science Lecturer and IT Administrator at the College of Tourism and Hotel Management, where he has been working since 2007. He teaches computer applications, student admissions, and the college’s IT infrastructure. His professional experience includes managing computer laboratories, network systems, and providing technical support, alongside delivering IT-related academic courses.

Qualifications:

MSc in Computer and Network Security, Open University Cyprus, 2022

BSc in Computer Science, Frederick Institute of Technology, 2006
Certificate in Computer Science, London Metropolitan University, 2004
Certificate in Security Services & VIP Protection, Global College, 2015

Paraskevi Stavrou, Lecturer

Paraskevi Stavrou is a Lecturer in Law and Business Administration at the College of Tourism and Hotel Management, where she also serves as the Erasmus Coordinator. She has been admitted to the Cyprus Bar and has practiced as corporate lawyer for seven years. Paraskevi is also an accredited Mediator in Civil and Commercial Matters. Her teaching focuses on law-related subjects, and she actively contributes to academic support.

Qualifications:

Master in Business Administration (MBA), College of Tourism and Hotel Management, 2025
LLB in Law, Middlesex University (UK), 2015

Erasmia Dede, Lecturer

Erasmia Dede is an experienced language teacher with a strong academic background in ENGLISH, Greek and foreign-language instruction. She has more than a decade of teaching experience in private institutes, language schools, and one-to-one tuition, working with learners of various ages and levels. Her work is characterized by a strong commitment to student progress, creative teaching approaches, and a passion for culture and communication.

Qualifications:

MA in Teaching Greek as a Second Language (thesis pending), University of Nicosia, from 2019
BA in English Language and Literature, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2008

Elena Panayiotou, Senior Lecturer

Elena Panayiotou is an experienced lecturer in business and accounting with a solid academic background in economics and management. She has extensive teaching experience across colleges and universities, delivering courses in accounting, finance, economics and management. Elena has also served in academic leadership roles, including Head of Business Studies and Accounting, where she contributed to curriculum development, program coordination, and quality assurance.

Qualifications:

PhD Candidate in Business Administration, European University of Cyprus, 2025
MBA, Mediterranean Institute of Management, 2015
BA in Economics, University of Cyprus, 2013

Evanthia Papachristoforou, Lecturer

Evanthia Papachristoforou is an experienced lecturer in Marketing and Public Relations with a strong academic and professional background. She has also contributed to academic administration, student assessment, and curriculum development, and has participated in various academic publications and seminars. She brings strong expertise in marketing communication, teaching methodology and student support.

Qualifications:

MSc in Marketing, Glasgow Caledonian University, 1998
BA in Public Relations (Specialization in Marketing), The Philips College, 1997

Susan Katri Elfving, Lecturer

Susan Elfving is a lecturer with multidisciplinary academic background in tourism, hospitality, and travel studies. Her teaching experience covers areas such as tourism, sales techniques, food and beverages controls, fares and ticketing, and human relations. She contributes practical industry-oriented knowledge to her teaching in tourism and hospitality programs.

Qualifications:

MSc in International Tourism Management, Sheffield Hallam University, 2003
BA in Hospitality Management, College of Tourism and Hotel Management, 1999
Diploma in IATA/UFTAA Consultant Course, Montreal, 2001
Diploma in Standard IATA Course (Fares & Ticketing), Montreal, 2000
Diploma in Fashion Design, Frederick Institute of Technology, 1996