MBA Digital Deep Tech Driven Circular Economy

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ISCED Level 7 - EQF Level 7 MBA
AMBA Accredited

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Tuition-free for eligible EU/DEP applicants

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Working Professionals

This MBA is designed for these professionals who need to lead in that new business reality.

European organisations are entering a new competitive reality. They are reshaping strategy, investment, product design, procurement, risk, and growth.

You will learn how to connect circular economy strategy with digital technologies, regulatory foresight, business model innovation, and executive decision-making. The goal is not only to understand the transition. The goal is to use it to create value, build resilience, and lead transformation across functions.

Strong for leadership, finance and strategy, but often not designed around circular economy regulation, digital product passports, ESG transformation or deep-tech implementation.

Valuable for awareness and reporting, but often too narrow for business model redesign, investment decisions, operations, innovation and executive leadership.

Useful for technical literacy, but often disconnected from market strategy, regulatory context, organisational change and commercial value creation.

An MBA for professionals who need to connect strategy, regulation, finance, circular business models, digital technologies and implementation.

► who want to move beyond reporting and compliance.

Build the strategic, financial and operational capability to turn sustainability commitments into business transformation.

Connect circular design, product strategy, digital product passport, platform thinking and commercial decision-making.

► who want to redesign how business value.

Build the strategic, financial and operational capability to turn sustainability commitments into business transformation.

Identify the organisational, value-chain or ecosystem challenge your project will address.

Build a strong evidence base using data, literature, market insight and policy context.

Use a structured approach to diagnosis, analysis, solution design and recommendation.

Bring together strategy, finance, governance, technology, stakeholder and sustainability perspectives.

Develop actionable conclusions, a business case, roadmap or implementation logic where relevant.

Present the project and demonstrate your individual learning through reflection and assessment.

Build leadership and strategic skills for the green and digital economy.

Understand the trends reshaping business, regulation and technology.

Use real-world projects and insights you can implement immediately.

Earn a recognised MBA connected to Europe’s transformation agenda.

Discover how circular economy principles and digital technologies come together to reshape sustainable growth and modern value creation.

Learn how digital product passports enable transparency, traceability, and smarter lifecycle management across circular value chains.

Understand the standards and EU regulatory frameworks that ensure digital circular solutions are compliant, interoperable, and future-proof.

Explore innovative business models that leverage digital tools to unlock circular value, competitiveness, and long-term resilience.

Develop strategic thinking skills to drive innovation, manage change, and lead organisations through the transition to a circular economy.

Gain practical insight into financing, investment, and financial planning for scalable and sustainable circular economy ventures.

Examine how advanced digital and deep-tech solutions are reshaping energy systems towards efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.

Explore the role of digital health technologies in enabling circular practices, resource efficiency, and sustainable healthcare systems.

Understand how Industry 4.0 technologies support sustainable manufacturing, circular production models, and smarter industrial processes.

Learn how AI and blockchain improve transparency, traceability, and optimisation across circular supply chains.

Discover how digital innovation supports circular urban development, resilient infrastructures, and sustainable regional growth.

Analyse how data-driven approaches can strengthen circular economy initiatives within social and community-based economic models.

Engage with international experts, applied research, and real-world challenges through an intensive conference or bootcamp experience.

Apply your knowledge to an independent research or applied project addressing real-world challenges in the digital circular economy.

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Giorgos Demetriou is a senior executive with over two decades of experience in European defence, security policy, research, and innovation. He has held leadership roles at the European Defence Agency, ENISA, and the European Parliament, where he co-led the EU’s Strategic Research Agenda and drove key initiatives on Emerging and Disruptive Technologies. As Associate Dean of Research and Innovation at École des Ponts Business School, he leads the school’s research strategy, oversees major EU-funded projects, and fosters international and industry partnerships. Giorgos holds a Doctorate in Business Administration, an MBA, and an Executive Master’s in International Politics. He has managed over €40 million in EU research funding, published widely, and supports Cyprus’s preparation for the 2026 EU Presidency.

Antri Constantinou is a senior research and project manager with over 13 years of international experience in sustainability, circular economy, and green innovation. She has held key roles at PwC Cyprus, the Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation, and in the UK at the London Waste and Recycling Board (Advance London) and the London Fire Brigade, where she led major initiatives on sustainability strategies, circular business models, and green transition pathways. As Senior Research Development and Implementation Expert at EPBS, she drives the development of competitive EU research proposals, oversees the implementation of funded projects, and contributes to research-informed teaching in sustainability, digitalisation, and entrepreneurship. Antri holds an MSc in Green Chemistry and Sustainable Industrial Technologies from the University of York and has co-authored several scientific publications in sustainability, circularity, and green innovation.

Hernan Ruiz Ocampo is a senior researcher and project manager with expertise in circular economy, sustainable water management, and EU-funded project implementation. He has coordinated large-scale European projects focused on business modelling, curricula design, course development, dissemination, and research exploitation. Hernan holds a PhD in Process and Bioprocess Engineering, two MSc degrees in Chemical and Biological Engineering and in City and Urban Environments, and an MBA in Innovation Management. He is also pursuing an Executive DBA. He has authored peer-reviewed publications on water treatment, big data applications, and the circular economy, and regularly presents at international conferences. At EPBS, Hernan serves as a Principal Research Development and Implementation Expert, where he coordinates EU-funded projects, leads research proposals, and develops applied research outputs connecting sustainability, innovation, circular economy, and digital transformation.

Vlatka Katusic is a senior researcher, project manager, and Climate Pact Ambassador with expertise in environmental law, circular economy, sustainability, communication, and EU-funded project implementation. She has led dissemination, exploitation, and research activities at École des Ponts Business School. Vlatka holds an MSc in Environmental Law and Sustainable Development, an MBA in Innovation Management, and is currently pursuing an Executive DBA at EPBS. She has co-authored scientific publications on circular economy, big data applications, and sustainable business models, and frequently presents at international conferences. At EPBS, Vlatka serves as a Senior Research Development and Implementation Expert, responsible for coordinating EU-funded projects, contributing to competitive research proposals, and integrating circular economy insights into teaching, dissemination, and applied research outputs.

Panagiota Savva is a digital learning and quality assurance specialist with extensive experience in managing educational platforms, course validation, and digital operations. She previously served as Digital Operations & Quality Assurance Manager at the Circular Economy Alliance, where she oversaw digital platforms and quality processes, and as a Quality Assurance Officer at Unicaf, focusing on academic standards, learner support, and institutional compliance. Panagiota holds a Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism and a Bachelor’s degree in Byzantine and Modern Greek Language and Literature. At EPBS, Panagiota serves as a Research and Digital Learning Implementation Expert, specialising in digital education infrastructure, platform management, and quality assurance. She designs and implements micro-credential curricula, develops online and hybrid courses, and ensures compliance with data protection and quality assurance standards across EPBS’s research and educational activities.

Sofia Hamika is a digital operations and communications professional with expertise in platform management, quality assurance, and digital content production. She has worked with the Circular Economy Alliance, overseeing digital platforms, online learning systems, and communication campaigns, and has gained experience in the business development sector. Sofia holds a BA (Hons) in Media, Culture and Production from Southampton Solent University. At EPBS, Sofia serves as a Research and Digital Learning Implementation Expert. She supports the design and rollout of research-based micro-credentials and online learning tools, ensures GDPR and quality compliance, and contributes to enhancing the visibility and dissemination of EPBS’s research outputs.

Chrysostomos Dimitriou is an IT and digital learning specialist with expertise in information systems, business development, and research support. He has held positions at the University of Nicosia, providing IT support for enterprise digital platforms, and at the Circular Economy Alliance as a Business Developer and Information Systems Officer, contributing to EU-funded project administration, digital infrastructure, and dissemination activities. He holds advanced certifications in circular economy practices and is completing a BSc in Management Information Systems. At EPBS, Chrysostomos serves as a Research and Digital Learning Implementation Expert. He supports the integration and maintenance of learning platforms, contributes to the development of micro-credential curricula, ensures GDPR-compliant digital processes, and assists in the dissemination and commercialisation of research outputs.

Panayiota Karanicola is a chemical engineer and researcher specialising in food-waste valorisation, bioprocess development, and sustainable resource management. She holds an MEng in Chemical Engineering and is completing her PhD on waste-based biorefineries for the production of high-value bioproducts. At EPBS, Panayiota serves as a Research Development and Implementation Expert, contributing to the implementation of EU-funded projects and the development of research outputs in the fields of sustainability and circular economy.

Sofia is a clinician and endocrinologist with international clinical and research experience across Belgium, France, the UK, Greece, and Cyprus. She works at the intersection of medicine, digital health, and social innovation, focusing on how emerging technologies—including Virtual Human Twins, AI, and Smart Health solutions—can enhance patient care and advance inclusion for people with disabilities. She serves as Assistant Professor in Smart Health and Social Innovation and Coordinator of the Smart Health and Social Innovation Lab, where her research centres on data-driven circular economies, the Internet of Medical Things, and digital transformation in healthcare.

Chantel Charde Haskins is the Office Governance & Operations Officer at EPBS Research, where she provides executive, operational, and governance support to the Associate Dean of Research and Innovation. She plays a key role in coordinating office operations, internal processes, and strategic initiatives that support the school’s research activities. With over nine years of experience in office management, operations, compliance, and executive support, Chantel has worked in investment and corporate environments supporting senior leadership. Her background includes managing complex workflows, handling confidential HR, legal, and financial documentation, and contributing to operational governance. She has experience in onboarding and contract coordination, process optimisation, stakeholder liaison, and reporting. Chantel is known for her structured, detail-oriented approach and strong organisational skills, enabling her to align daily operations with strategic and institutional objectives in complex, cross-functional environments.

Elena Altani is a digital learning professional with strong experience in international, multicultural environments, specializing in digital education. At EPBS, she serves as a Research and Digital Learning Implementation Expert, focusing on Learning Management Systems, online course development, and the delivery of high-quality digital learning experiences. She coordinates interactions between educators, learners, and stakeholders, ensures the smooth execution of online programs, and develops and manages courses on digital platforms. Alongside her role, Elena is an experienced online language instructor, designing structured learning materials and supporting diverse global audiences. She holds a Master’s degree in Political Economy from the University of Essex and a Bachelor’s degree in International and European Studies from the University of Piraeus. With strong multilingual communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in digital collaboration tools, Elena excels in environments that demand organization, reliability, and clear communication, combining academic insight with hands-on expertise.

Lead the Digital Circular Economy Transition

Programme Snapshot

Turn Europe’s Green and Digital Transition Into a Business Advantage

Built for the Intersection that Traditional Programmes Miss

Designed for Professionals leading the Transition

Programme Structure

Core expertise and specialist pathways

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Your final MBA capstone: from insight to applied transformation

Designed for working professionals

Blended learning

Practical assessment

Professional peer network

Recognised credential

Flexible structure

Why Professionals Choose This MBA

Advance your career

Stay relevant in a changing market

Apply learning directly to your work

Build European-level credibility

You Will Learn To

Build circular business strategies

Lead digital transformation

Navigate EU regulation and compliance

Design future-ready ventures

Communicate across business and technical teams

Programme Structure

Ready to lead the transition?
Take the next step towards a future-focused MBA designed for working professionals.

Recognised with the EU Commission
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Lead the Digital Circular Economy Transition

Programme Snapshot

Turn Europe’s Green and Digital Transition Into a Business Advantage

Built for the Intersection that Traditional Programmes Miss

Designed for Professionals leading the Transition

Programme Structure

Core expertise and specialist pathways

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Your final MBA capstone: from insight to applied transformation

Designed for working professionals

Blended learning

Practical assessment

Professional peer network

Recognised credential

Flexible structure

Why Professionals Choose This MBA

Advance your career

Stay relevant in a changing market

Apply learning directly to your work

Build European-level credibility

You Will Learn To

Build circular business strategies

Lead digital transformation

Navigate EU regulation and compliance

Design future-ready ventures

Communicate across business and technical teams

Programme Structure

Ready to lead the transition?Take the next step towards a future-focused MBA designed for working professionals.

Recognised with the EU Commission STEP Seal

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