Mba Student Handbook Fall 2012 Total Act

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We are glad that you have chosen the American College of Thessaloniki foryour MBA program.

Students just starting classes at The American College of Thessalonikioften have questions. You should find the answers in this MBA Rules and

Regulations handbook.

We hope that you will find this handbook useful and refer to it oftenthroughout the year.

We also hope that your experience at The American College ofThessaloniki will be all that you want it to be and that you will take

advantage of all the opportunities available to you atACT. Good luck!

Sevasti KessapidouMBA Director

WELCOME TO THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF THESSALONIKI (ACT)


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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR 2

1. MBA DEGREE REQUIREMENT 6

2. PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS 6

2.1.GMATGraduate Management 6

2.2.TOEFL

Test of English as a Foreign Language 62.3.Math Computer Skills 7

3. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND STATUS 7

3.1.Admission Process 73.1.1. Application Fee 73.1.2. Important Dates 73.1.3. Orientation 73.1.4. Academic Record 83.1.5. Transcripts and Credentials 83.1.6. Work Experience 83.1.7. Recommendations 83.1.8. Leadership: Activities, Service and Recognition 83.1.9. Interview 93.1.10.Resume 93.1.11.Campus Visits 93.1.12.Housing 9

3.2.Application Instructions 9

3 3 Declaration of Major and Degree 10

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7.12Conflict with Faculty 187.13 Integrated Case Study 187.14 Institutional Repository 19

8. CLASS ATTENDANCE 20

9. READMISSION TO THE PROGRAM 21

10.AWARDS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS 21

11.ACADEMIC INTEGRITY 21

Violations of Academic Integrity 21

12.AUTOMOBILES-ADDRESSES-IDs-POSTING MATERIAL 22

12.1. Parking 2212.2. Posting Material on Campus 22

12.3. Reporting Correct Address 22

12.4.Photo Student Identification 22-23

13.COMPUTING FACILITIES AND IT SERVICES 23

1. Your ACT Account 232. Webmail 25

2.1 Why do I need another email account 252.2 How do I forward ACT student web mail to my personal account 252.3 Some features that come with ACT student webmail 262 4

Forgot your password or having trouble with your account 27


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10.Technical support 45

14.VISAS/Residence Permit 46

15.ACT BISSELL LIBRARY SERVICES & RESOURCES 48

15.1 Bissell Library Access Policies 4915.1.1Access to Resources and Services 4915.1.2Borrowing Rules 4915.1.3Building Access and Use 5015.1.4Conduct 5215.1.5Loan Periods 5215.1.6 Fine Rates for Overdues 5315.1.7 Number of Items that May Be Checked Out 53

15.2 Computer Use Policy 5315.2.1 Purpose 5315.2.2 Application and Revision 53

15.2.3.Computer Access 5315.2.4 Remote Access 5415.2.5 Acceptable Use 5415.2.6 Compliance and Enforcement 54

15.3 Bissell Library Web Site 55

15.4 Business Research Guide 5515.4.1. Databases list 5515.4.2. Library Catalog-iPac 5515.4.3. Library Classification System Dewey Decimal

Cl ifi ti S t (DDC) 56


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ACTs MBA program is built on a core of required courses in key areas ofbusiness. Students also complete a concentration plus electives selected tomeet each individuals personal interests and goals. The MBAconcentration provides a specific focus through a comprehensive,integrated approach to a subject area. Four concentrations are offered:

Banking and Finance Entrepreneurship

Management Marketing

The MBA degree requires completion of no less than 48 credit hoursdistributed over the following categories: a core, including 36 coursecredits; a 3-credit integrated case study /consulting course requirement;and 9 course credits within the selected concentrations.

A li d ( d ) b i ffi i l

1. MBA DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

2. PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS2.1.GMAT-GRADUATE MANAGEMENT


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Scores dated within the last two years are acceptable and must bereported directly from the testing agency. ACTs institutional code is9393.

Incoming full time students are expected to demonstrate competence inmath and computer skills.

Math: Applied Statistics for Business Decisions will be a required course

for all students.

Computer Proficiency:Students are expected to have basic knowledge inthe use of word processors, spreadsheets, database programs, e-mail andwindows.

Admission to the ACT MBA program is competitive. Applicants areevaluated on the quantitative and qualitative aspects of their professionaland academic background. Applicants who are admitted are individuals

3. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND STATUS

2.3.MATH-COMPUTER SKILLS

3.1.ADMISSION PROCESS


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be considered. The MBA program of study schedule can be found on thewebsite (www.act.edu/act)

3.1.3. Orientation

An orientation program is provided one week before classes start.Students are introduced to Faculty, the schools library and computerfacilities.

3.1.4. Academic Record

Your entire academic record, including all undergraduate work and anygraduate work you may have completed will be evaluated. Completion ofspecific coursework in business or management is not required. All majorsare considered equally. Although no specific minimum grade pointaverage is required, applicants who are admitted must show evidence ofbeing able to successfully complete a rigorous academic program. Forexample, the reputation of the institution attended and the nature of the

curriculum as well as the specific grade point average attained areconsidered.

3.1.5. Transcripts and Credentials

Official copies of academic records of coursework completed in all colleges,universities, technical institutes, or professional institutions attended arerequired. Credentials submitted for admission become the property of the
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3.1.8. Leadership: Activities, Service and Recognition

Applicants should demonstrate leadership characteristics. This may beevident in your work history, but many other activities also revealleadership potential. Community involvement, extracurricular activities,travel experience, hobbies, and special aptitudes could be examples ofactivities involving leadership potential. List the top three leadershipareas in which you have actively participated, in order of their significanceto you.

3.1.9. Interview

An interview is required prior to a final admission decision. Applicantsunable to visit the campus and whose credentials warrant an interviewwill be contacted by the Recruiting office to arrange an alternativeinterview format. This may be a telephone interview or an interview with

a representative of the MBA program who may be traveling to theapplicants location.

3.1.10. Resume

Your resume should include a summary of your employment (including jobtitles and company names), education, extracurricular, and communityactivities.


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Most items on the application form are self-explanatory. Instructions forother items follow. Please print legibly in black ink and avoid unnecessaryabbreviations.

Personal Data

Name: List your name as you would like it to appear on all Collegerecords. Be consistent and use the name you have provided in allcorrespondence with us. If your name changes prior to enrollment, pleasenotify the Office of Admissions in writing.

Residence/Home Address: Complete these lines as you would address anenvelope to be mailed to yourself. Your home address will be used forcorrespondence forwarded to you in the Thessaloniki area for the period ofyour studies. If either address changes, please notify the MBADepartment.

Telephone/FAX/E-mail: Provide telephone numbers as well as cellularphone numbers, and, if available, an e-mail address and facsimile number

3.2.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS


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analysis, investment analysis, corporate valuation techniques, techniquesof bank asset/liability management, commercial lending practices andprocedures, credit risk analysis, international finance and lending, as wellas current bank management issues.

The Entrepreneurship concentration prepares students for managing newventures (whether a small business, a family business, a new venture inan established organization) or for providing services to new ventures or

small businesses.

The Management concentration exposes students of an array of decision-making and problem-solving tools that have broad applicability inbusiness situations. Graduates are prepared to handle assignments that

require analysis, creativity and leadership.

The Marketing concentration prepares students to recognize, embrace andmanage change in the global market environment, which is buffeted by

4.2.ENTREPRENEURSHIP

4.3.MANAGEMENT

4.4.MARKETING


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Transfer credit will be given for approved MBA courses from USaccredited institutions for which the student has received a B or higher.Graduate work at other institutions will be entered on the student'sPermanent Record by the registrar, and a report on this action will be sent

to the student and to the MBA department. Credit for these coursestoward the MBA must have the approval of the MBA Director.

A non refundable deposit is required upon registration in order to secure

the position in the program. The deposit will be deducted from the firstquarters tuition. In case of withdrawal from the program the deposit isnot refunded.

Tuition is paid every quarter and covers the number of courses taken eachquarter.

Payment of tuition (covering the courses taken each quarter) is due a week

6. TUITION AND FEES

5.2.TRANSFER OF GRADUATE CREDITS


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EUROBANKAccount number: 00260520.10.0200017866

Iban number: GR84 0260 5200 0001 0020 0017 866

NATIONAL BANK OF GREECEAccount number 895 298 00453

Iban number: GR030 110 8950 0000 8952 9800 453

Students who have or whose family has an account in those banks candraw money from their account and then deposit it in the ACT account.Please do not attempt to transfer money from one account to another.

Students who come from areas of Greece, where those banks have no

branches, should pay their tuition through a Greek Postal Money Order( ). These students should consult the Post Office toensure that their tuition will arrive on time.Students making payments from foreign countries should ensure thatpayment arrives at the bank on time.

The College reserves the right to make adjustments to the fees and to


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For information about Scholarships/Grants, inquiries should be directed tothe Director of Scholarships and Gifts.

ACT strives to be not only the 1st choice, but also an affordable choice forthe education of youth from Greece, Southeast Europe, the US andbeyond. To that end, the College awards financial aid to a substantial

number of students in each entering class. Financial aid awards aim tomake quality education affordable to students in need and also reward astudent's academic accomplishments and potential. The American Collegeof Thessaloniki has developed a well-established program of financial aidto assist students in their quest for a college education. This programensures that no student should be deprived from attending ACT because offinancial restraints.

MBA students can apply for financial aid at the time of admission. Thelevel of financial aid awarded, based in need and merit, will becommunicated to the student upon his/her acceptance offer. Depending onthe level of the award, MBA students have to maintain a certain GPA perquarter in order to continue receiving the financial aid. Students whoreceive an award up to 50% of the tuition fees will have to maintain a GPA

6.2. FINANCIAL AID


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New student registration will take place in person at orientation.Information regarding the orientation will be communicated to students inadvance. If a new student can not attend the orientation program, they

may register via e-mail through the MBA Office ([email protected]).

FALL 2012

Quarter 1

First Day of Classes October 1 (M)

Break October 22-26 (M-F)

Academic Calendar 2012-2013

New Student Orientation/Registration

September 22 (Sa)

7. REGISTRATION AND GRADING7.1.NEW STUDENTS

7.2.ACADEMIC CALENDAR
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Quarter 4

First Day of Classes April 15 (M)

Last Day of Classes before Spring Break April 26 (F)Classes Resume May 13 (M)

Break June 10-June 12 (M-W)

Final Examinations June 13-June 19 (TH-W)

Commencement June 26 (W)--tentative

Make-up classes for holidays will be conducted during the breaks

Time Restrictions on Change of Registration

MBA students should check with the Registrars Office concerningdeadlines for course changes or dropping of courses.

7.3.CHANGE OF REGISTRATION

7.4.PROFICIENCY CREDIT


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regulation could be waived under special circumstances and with theconsent of the Director of MBA.

Any change in the schedule which you submitted and which was confirmedby the registrar has to be officially made through the use of a withdrawalform. On this form, which is available at the Registrars Office, you needto indicate any courses you want to drop from your schedule. Drops mustbe completed in person during office hours.

If, for legitimate reasons, a student is unable to complete all the requiredwork or examinations, a faculty member may choose to submit a grade ofincomplete (I). If the course work is not completed, the (I) willautomatically be changed to an F after a period of 6 months except forspecial documented circumstances which have to be approved by theDirector. Extra time is allowed for the completion of the Integrated CaseStudy (MBA thesis) requirement. If the MBA thesis is not completed, the(I) will automatically be changed to an F after a period of 2 years from thecourse registration date except for documented special circumstanceswhich have to be approved by the Director. Justifiable reasons forreceiving a grade of (I) may include illness requiring medical attention orpersonal/work obligations claimed by the student and recognized as valid.

Specific deadlines for the submission of student work to the faculty and for

7.6.INCOMPLETE


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W Withdrawal

I Incomplete

P Pass

Completion of the prescribed number of courses is a necessary, but notsufficient condition for the awarding of a degree. All MBA candidates mustcomplete the program within four years from the first date of enrollment,expect in special circumstances whereby an official leave of absence formis completed and approved by the MBA Director. In order to graduate, astudent must have an overall GPA of at least 2.33. Students who do not

meet the 2.33 GPA minimum requirement may petition to retake limitedcourses to raise their average, as approved by the MBA Director.

Whenever the MBA department revises standards for grades, the newregulations will not apply retroactively to those already in the program.

A student may repeat a failed course only once. A second failure in thesame course may be grounds for dismissal of the student from theprogram.

7.8.GRADE DEFICIENCYSYSTEM

7.9.PROBATIONARYACTION


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action provided. Such dismissal may follow failure to meet conditions ofadmission, conditions of probation, pre-announced departmental grade-point requirements or other standards, or failure of a regularly scheduled

examination or formal evaluation. If a student judges the dismissaldecision improper, the student has a right to review. The department shallestablish procedures for handling such reviews. The procedures are to beapproved by the MBA Director, and shall afford a fair and expeditiousreview.

Questions involving judgment of performance will not be reviewed beyondthe departmental level. If, however, the student feels there has beenunfairness or some procedural irregularity concerning dismissal, thestudent may pursue a grievance.

If the student feels an appeal of a faculty decision is warranted, thefollowing chain of command should be followed:ProfessorDirector, MBA ProgramProvostCollege President

7.11.GRADUATE COLLEGE REVIEW OF DEPARTMENTAL DISMISSAL

7.12.CONFLICT WITH FACULTY


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Tables and Figures must be consecutively numbered, titled andclearly referred to in the text.

MBA thesis sections Title pagea page displaying the title, identification of the writer

and recipient and date

Executive summarya summary of all major facts, analyses andconclusions

Acknowledgementsstatements of acknowledgment of support;may also include disclaimers from responsibility for the results

Table of contentslisting of thesis headings, appended parts, andfigures/illustrations/tables and page numbers

List of figures, illustrations and tablesseparate pages for list offigures, list of illustrations or list of tables; that list should contain

the title and the page number on which each figure, illustration, ortable is found.

Body of the MBA thesisuse of structural coherence helpers (majorand minor headings, previews, internal summaries); use of footnotes

to provide supplementary information, opinions, explanations, or

suggestions that are not part of the text; for in-text citations, follow


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Students will first submit the Thesis Requirements form to the MBAdirector. They also need to submit a copy of the Thesis Requirements formto the Bissell Library.

Following their thesis defense, students will receive the DefenseCertificate form , signed by their advisor and the committee members,which they need to submit to the Bissell Library. Along with the DefenseCertificate form, students must submit to the Bissell Library:1) a bound paper copy of their thesis and2) a CD-ROM which includes the thesis in .pdf format and the

"Institutional Repository Submission Form" .doc file.

Students are also required to sign and submit the Institutional RepositoryLicense, which provides to the Bissell Library the status of access in theInstitutional Repository (open, internal or confidential). The InstitutionalRepository License is also signed by their advisor. All theses will currentlybe accessible only through the campus computers.

A Bissell Library staff member will sign the Certificate of Successful E-Thesis Deposit which students will then submit to the Registrar's office toensure that the graduation requirements are met.

NOTE: The Bissell Library will keep a record with all the forms for anyfuture use.


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office. The school will retain student files for a period of one year.Depending on the length of time out of school, the student may be requiredto resubmit all the admissions credentials and pay the application fee. All

readmitted students must fulfill the current curriculum and graduationrequirements. Finally, readmission will be based on the availability ofspace for the quarter of reentry.

Awards are presented to honor MBA students who have display academicexcellence and service to the MBA program.

The principles of academic integrity entail simple standards of honesty

and truth. Academic integrity requires that all academic work be whollythe product of an identified individual or individuals. Joint efforts arelegitimate only when the assistance of others is explicitly acknowledged.Ethical conduct is the obligation of every member of the ACT communityand breaches of academic integrity constitute serious offenses. Eachmember of our community has a responsibility to uphold the standards ofthe community and to take action when these are violated.

10. AWARDS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

11. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY


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Parking is provided in the general parking zones at no charge to students,faculty, and staff.

Parking areas include the area next to the New Building and north of theBissell Library. Sufficient space is available in designated parking forfaculty, staff, students, visitors and motorbikes. On special occasions,additional parking on the Anatolia High School campus can also be usedwith prior notice.

Bulletin boards are a primary means of communication among members ofthe American College of Thessaloniki. Students are encouraged to use

them in a responsible manner. Items for posting must be pre-approved bythe Director. This can be done by submitting the original to the DirectorsOffice where it will be reviewed and, if approved, posted in the appropriatebulletin board.

Information posted in violation of the above regulation, will be removed.

For information about posting materials direct inquiries to the Directors

12.1.PARKING

12.2.POSTING MATERIAL ON CAMPUS


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Students will receive their ID cards after submitting a receipt for paymentof fees obtained from the Accounting Office either from the Bissell Library(upper campus) or the MBA Office.

ID cards are nontransferable and are to be carried at all times while oncampus and presented to any authorized college employee upon request.They are required for any library use and school transportation and forany other service or activity the cardholder is entitled to. Failure topresent the card may result in denial of the service or activity. Loss,mutilation or destruction of the card should be reported immediately to

the MBA Office. There is a replacement fee for lost cards. ID cards arevalid for currently enrolled students, alumni, faculty, staff and invitedguests. The holder is personally liable for all obligations incurred by theuse of the ID card.

ID card information and policies are subject to change without notice. Thedata contained within is for informational purposes only, and we do not

claim it to be error free.

For information about ID cards, direct inquiries to the MBA Office.

Your ACT Account

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have your date of birth entered or corrected in the system. You should be able to log

in on the following working day.

Each time you change your password for the computer login, your password for

MOODLE and for the on-line transcript and grades system will change accordingly

too. The password for the Webmail is not going to be affected; therefore you should

change it separately.

To find out how to change your computer login / MOODLE / on-line transcript and

grades password when using an on-campus computer, please read section 3.3.

To find out how to change your password from your personal computer, read section

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Webmail

ACT provides all students with an email account. Its a webmail service, powered by

Google. This email account will allow you to communicate with faculty and fellowclassmates. All the schools official information and announcements will be sent to

this e-mail address. Be sure to check your inbox on a regular basis in order to stay

tuned about important ACT news and events.

Your email address has the following format:

@student.act.edu (Example:[email protected])

In order to access the Student Web Mail service, visit:

http://mail.student.act.edu(there is a link on ACTs website www.act.eduunder

the Current Students tab)

Why do I need another email acco unt?

Make sure to check your ACT email inbox on a regular basis because:

Messages sent through MOODLE (ACTs Learning Management System - seesection 3) are set to be delivered to this email address and this setting cannot

be changed. Stay tuned about important news and events. Official information and

announcements from ACT will be sent here.

This email account will allow you to communicate with faculty and fellowclassmates.
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Some features that come with ACT student webmail

Here are some of the features in your email account:

25 GB of storage so you never have to delete an email again. Built-in chat to talk with friends, classmates, or family all from within your

inbox.

Import contacts from Yahoo! Mail, Outlook, Hotmail and others.

Conversation View groups incoming messages to clean up your inbox. Quick links allow you to get to your calendar or documents quickly without

logging in a second time.

And it's not just email. With your ACT Webmail account you get a number of other

tools.

With Google Calendar you can schedule your social and academic life, create

personal calendars, invite friends to events, and set up meeting times with yourclassmates.

Docs is great for working on group projects. You can create a document or

spreadsheet, share it with your classmates, and collaborate in real-time, from the

convenience of your house or dorm.

Last, but not least, we recommend you bookmark the following page(s) so you can


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Forgot Your Password or Having Trouble with Your

Account?

In case you forget your password or you are experiencing problems with youraccount, contact the Computer Services Office in Office 13 (Stavros S. Niarchos

Technology Center, Bissell Library Basement.)

Phone number: 2310-398335 (ext. 335)

E-Mail:[email protected]


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Using Your Computer Account

How to Log In to Compu ters on CampusTo log in to on-campus computers, you will use your user name and password, as

described in Section 1 of this document.

1. Press the ALT + CTRL + DELETE keys simultaneously

2. Click the Switch User button


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4. Type in your user name and password and hit the ENTER key or click thearrow button.

How to Change Your Password

1. Press the ALT + CTRL + DELETE keys simultaneously and select Change apassword


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2. Type in your old password once and your new password twice. Then, hit Enteror click the arrow button.

Password Notes

Keep in mind that your username cannot be changed.

ATTENTION: You should change you password often. Do not be tempted to use

easy passwords like 123, abc, your mobile phone number, date of birth etc. The

best passwords are those that are easy for you to remember but hard for others to

guess. If you choose a word found in the dictionary, change it subtly by for example

substituting numbers for some of the letters.


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Network Folder A ccess

Courses Folder

By logging in to the LAN, you gain access to the COURSES folder.

This folder contains:

The MATERIAL folder, where you can find files related to courses you aretaking. Each instructor has a unique sub-folder in the MATERIAL folder.

A SUBMIT folder, where you will be putting various files related to yourpersonal work that need to be submitted to the instructor for class purposes.

ATTENTION: You cannot alter or delete any of these files in any way once you have

put them in the SUBMIT folder. In case you have done something wrong, you need to

let your instructor know and re-submit your file(s) properly.

Your Personal Folder

Apart from the COURSES folder, you also have access to your own personal folder(Z : drive), which serves as a private network space for storing files related to your

work before submitting them to the SUBMIT folder. You will always have access to

the Z: drive when on campus, no matter which workstation you are using. Remember

that all files in the Z: drive are on the network and are not stored locally on the

workstation you are using.

ATTENTION: You must not store any files on the desktop or in My Documents or

MBA STUDENT BOOK


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Forgot Your Passwo rd or Having Trouble Logg ing In?

In case you forget your password or you are experiencing problems with your

account, contact the Computer Services Office in Office 13 (Stavros S. Niarchos

Technology Center, Bissell Library Basement.)

Phone number: 2310-398335 (ext. 335)

E-mail:[email protected].

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MOODLE

What is MOODLE?MOODLE is a web-based learning environment that allows you to access your course

materials online and enhance your learning experience by making use of online

activities and tools.

It allows teachers and students to interact in a virtual classroom in a similar way as

in a standard classroom. MOODLE courses can be developed as fully interactive

classrooms where you may be involved in online group discussions or collaborative

group work. Other courses may not involve a lot of online discussion and coursematerial may be presented as a structured set of files (such as Word documents and

PowerPoint presentations). It depends on the learning material, your tutor and the best

way to deliver the course.

Some of the advantages of MOODLE to support your education at The American

College of Thessaloniki are:

Easier, 24/7 access to important course information

Additional learning support where materials and tools are available

Studying isnt bound to a specific place anymore.

To make the most effective use of this system:

Ensure you know how MOODLE is to be used within a specific course

Exploit the opportunities provided (follow links to readings, participate in

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Login using your student ID and your computer login password. You do not have to

remember two different passwords, since MOODLE is using the same password as

the computer login. If you change your computer login password, the password for

MOODLE will automatically change also.If you have trouble logging in, send an email to [email protected].

Your Courses

You are by default enrolled in all the courses you are taking each semester.

Availability of each course depends solely on your whether your instructors are using

MOODLE in their courses. If you dont see a course that is available to your fellow

students, then you should let your instructor know. You will normally be enrolled in a

MOODLE course the day after you officially register for the course.

Your Prof i le

Your profile contains information about you on MOODLE your instructors and

classmates can see. You can fill in as many of the fields you want, depending on how

much information you are willing to share with others.

The only fields you cannot edit are your email address and student ID number. These

pieces of information are critical to the systems functionality. If you prefer getting all

ACT-related email to your personal email account, you can easily set up your ACT

Webmail account (powered by Google) to forward all incoming messages to a

different email address.

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Basic Navigat ion

The first page has the site news, events calendar, language selection, course categories

and the login block.

After you login, the page is updated and the MyCourses list and block appears.



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The middle part of the course page contains the material and activities, divided in

weeks or topics. You can use the navigation bar to go back to the first page and

navigate throughout your courses pages.



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Remote Access

ACT Remote Access is an online service that allows you to log in to the ACT

computer network when you are off campus. This way, you are able to take advantageof all the services offered exclusively when on campus without having to be there

physically.

This means you can access:

Your personal Z: drive The MATERIAL and SUBMIT folders The online library databases and subscription-only services

All you need is a computer with an internet connection.

The Remote Desktop Connection application is available on Windows and you can

download it for computers running MAC or Linux:

For the Mac :http://www.microsoft.com/mac/remote-desktop-client

For Linux:http://www.rdesktop.org

Logg ing In

1. Open the Remote Desktop Connection application and type in the remote serveraddress:

login.act.edu

http://www.microsoft.com/mac/remote-desktop-clienthttp://www.microsoft.com/mac/remote-desktop-clienthttp://www.microsoft.com/mac/remote-desktop-clienthttp://www.rdesktop.org/http://www.rdesktop.org/http://www.rdesktop.org/http://www.rdesktop.org/http://www.microsoft.com/mac/remote-desktop-client


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2. Click the options button and go to the Local resources tab.

3. Click the More button at the Local devices and resources area, select theDrives option from the list and click OK. The drives that appear here depend on



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MBASTUDENT BOOK

4.

Click the Connect button.

5. If your username doesnt appear, click on Use another account and type in your



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*In case the domain is not AC-ACT, you will have to type ac-act\usernameinstead of just your username.

If the following windows appears, clickYes.



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Change Your Computer Log in/MOODLE Password

To change your password remotely, click the Start button and then Windows

Security.



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Logg ing Off

In order to log off, click the Start button and then click the arrow next to the padlockicon and select Log Off.



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CD/DVD Burning and Flash Drives

If you want to burn your files on CDs or DVDs you can use the equipment in theOpen Access Computer Lab (Lab 1 - Effie Commons, New Building) or in the

Multimedia Lab (Lab 6 - Stavros S. Niarchos Technology Center, Bissell Library).

Selected computers in the Bissell Library are also equipped with DVD burners.

Personal Computers and Portable Devices

If you want to connect your laptop or portable device to the network, you can use

either the special stations in the Bissell Library or the WiFi network. There are desks

specially equipped with power and network outlets on the 2nd floor of the library.

Network cables are provided at the Circulation Desk.

In order to successfully connect to the network, either wired or wireless, you will first

have to register your laptop or other portable device at the Computer Support

Office, located on the Bissell Library ground floor (office 13.)

Wireless Network AccessIn order to connect to the WiFi network you will have to register your laptop or other

portable device at the Computer Support Office, located on the Bissell Library

ground floor (office 13.) The WiFi network covers the interior of the Bissell Library,

the open campus space between the library and the New Building, as well as the AV

Room, cafeteria and the Effie Commons area on the ground floor of the New

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Mult imedia Studio/Product ion Room

Multimedia Studio/Production Room: Stavros Niarchos Technology Center(Bissell Library Ground floor)

2 Powerful multimedia content production workstations 4 Digital cameras 4 Digital camcorders 2 Slide scanners 2 Flatbed scanners Photo quality A3 printer

Other Labs

Cisco Networking Lab : Stavros Niarchos Technology Center (BissellLibrary Basement)

Bibliographic Instruction Lab (Lab 7): Bissell Library2nd floor. Video projector Interactive whiteboard Laser printer



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Software avai lable to students :

Microsoft Office 2010 Microsoft Visual Studio .NET Microsoft Visual Studio Oracle 10 Java Visual Basic

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ISSUINGRESIDENCEPERMITTONON-EUCITIZENSSTUDYINGINGREEKINSTITUTIONSOFHIGHEREDUCATION

The process of obtaining a students permit to live in Greece has two stages. The first

stage (A) is obtaining a STUDENT VISA to enter Greece from the local Greek

Embassy or Consulate. The second stage (B) is getting a RESIDENCE PERMIT

issued by the local authorities, after the student enters Greece. Residence permits are

required by Greek Law for all non-EU citizens. Failure to obtain a Residence

Permit will result in prohibited entry/re-entry to Greece or monetary fines which can

amount to over 1,000 Euro.

A. Before any foreign student comes to Greece to study, he/she has to obtain aspecial entrance permit (VISA type D) from the Greek Embassy or Consulate

located in to his/her country. In order to get type D VISA the student needs:

1. A letter from A.C.T., certified by the appropriate Greek Country office, thatthe student has been admitted for studying at A.C.T. (This certificate is issued

and sent to you by A.C.T.)

2. Valid passport.3. A signed statement verifying that the student has the financial means tosupport himself/herself if during his/her studying period in Greece.

4. A certificate issued by the appropriate local authorities, indicating that thestudent has no criminal record in his/her own country.

5. A certificate of adequate command of the English language (TOEFL or IELTSscore; a certificate from the English school that you attended; a certificate

from ACT to verify the level of your English etc ; please consult the Greek

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b) Students overstaying their visa run the risk of being fined and/or not being able to

continue their studies.

RESIDENCE PERMIT INSTRUCTIONS

The residence permit is valid for one year.Residence Permitprocessing fees are

approximately272.5.

Please note that this fee is not included in other ACT fees and covers the following

costs:

150 for tax fee paid to the municipality of Pylea100.5 for basic insurance for the purposes of a residence permit

10 for passport photos

12 forhospital fee

You must come to Greece prepared to spend this amount in order to complete your

residence permit application.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have yourstudent vi sabefore travelling toGreece and to plan accordingly in order to obtain the necessary documents once in

Greece. Ms. Laura Strieth ([email protected]) will be able to assist you in applying for

your residence permit once you are in Greece. However, it is your responsibility to

travel to Greece with all appropriate paperwork and personally take the necessary

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6. 272.5 Residence Permit Fees. Be prepared to spend this amount for yourapplication process. You do not need to carry cash, but you need to plan on

having these funds available to cover your application costs.

For any clarifications or questions on the Residence Permi t, please get in touch with

Ms. Laura Strieth ([email protected]).

It has often been said that a first-rate library is the foundation for a first-rate college.This is certainly the case at the American College of Thessaloniki (ACT). The BissellLibrary, ACT offers a wealth of information and scholarly resources pertinent to theacademic departments, programs, curricula, and services of ACT. The library isessential to the creation of a quality educational experience for undergraduate andgraduate students and in the support of quality research in all fields. The Bissell

Library welcomes you.

Bissell Library Mission Statement

The Bissell Library mission is to provide the American College of Thessaloniki

(ACT), 21st century access to curriculum-focused information resources enabling the

campus community to pursue higher education inquiries in a supportive, effective

15. BISSELL LIBRARY SERVICES & RESOURCES

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Group Study Rooms (GSR) can be reserved for use by groups of currently enrolled

MBA students. Please consult the Bissell Library circulation desk to book a GSR and

for specific information regarding its use and hours.

Bissell Library Hours:

Monday through Thursday 10:00a.m. - 8:00p.m.

Friday 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.

Saturday 11:00a.m.2:00p.m.

Sunday / Holidays ClosedSpecial library hours may be in effect during holidays. Please call in advance to

confirm (tel +30 2310 398 390) or check the Bissell Library Web site for updates:

http://library.act.edu.

15.1.1. Access to Resources and Services

All current ACT MBA students, faculty and staff are encouraged to use the Bissell

Library services and resources. Subscription databases are covered by license

agreements or other contractual requirements and are available to all currently

enrolled MBA students on site and off-campus 24/7 by remote access. Please see the

24/7 Remote Access Procedure on Bissell Librarys web site (Home page).

15.1.BISSELL LIBRARYACCESS POLICIES

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Certain types of materials, such as items in Special Collections & Archives, reference

and non-loan (in library use only) reserve books, are not available for loan, and may

be used only within the library.

Current issues of periodicals may not be checked out (check databases for latest issue

articles). Back issues may be checked out.

A library fine will be levied on the borrower of any item not returned by the due date.

Please see section 15.1.6.for current rates.

Borrowers who lose a book or other item will be charged the current replacement cost

of the item plus a processing fee. If the item is irreplaceable, the borrower will becharged the established default replacement cost.

15.1.3. Building Access and Use

Library facilities may be used for those purposes that are consistent with the librarys

mission statement.

Permission for events to take place inside the library and outside on library grounds

must be granted by the Library Administrator in consultation with the institutions

Provost.

Display of posters, photographs, signs and notices is prohibited except in designated

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Use of the Group Study Rooms (GSRs) is determined by library staff according to the

following rules and guidelines:

Group Study Rooms: Group study rooms are available on both the first and second

floors of the Bissell Library. These rooms are for use by groups of currently enrolled

ACT, MBA students and, upon availability, also available to Anatolia High School,

IB students and Anatolia/ACT alumni or any other special groups who need to

discuss course and project work while not disturbing other library users. Currently 6

study rooms are available, 2 of which can accommodate up to 8 persons.

In order for all students to have an equitable chance to use a GSR the followingguidelines and procedures must be observed:

A valid ACT or Anatolia ID must be presented at the library service desk by the

person who has reserved the room before access will be allowed.

Study rooms are to be used for academic purposes only. The rooms may not be used

for society meetings or social purposes.

A group study room may be booked in advance of its use via the library service desk.

Bookings may be made in person or over the phone.

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15.1.4. Conduct

Loud conversation or other disturbance is forbidden in the public areas as is any

behavior that interferes with the normal use of the library.

Mobile phones must be turned off or turned to silent.

Smoking is prohibited except in designated areas, outside the building.

Consumption of FOOD and ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES is not permitted inside the

library.

Library users are responsible for their personal belongings and must not impede use of

the library by others by leaving personal belongings on library furniture or in the

aisles.

Only animals trained to assist and accompany persons with disabilities are allowed

inside the library.

Library users are not permitted in areas designated for staff.

Library users must not vandalize, alter or damage library materials, furniture, facilities

or equipment, including computer systems, programs or data. Those who fail to

observe this may face loss of library privileges or disciplinary action.

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15.1.6. Fine Rates for Overdue Items

15.1.7. Number of Items that May be Checked Out

15.2.1. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to define acceptable use of the computer resources in the

Bissell Library.

15.2.2. Application and Revision

Fine Rates Exceptions

15 cents

per day

Reserve books and media 50 cents per day

No fines for faculty, staff, alumni and Presidents Club members

Number of items that may be checked out Up to five (5) items

Media borrowing Up to two (2) items

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Each library user with borrowing privileges is issued a barcode in order to be able to

check out materials in accordance with the Access Policy. Each user with such

privileges is responsible for all materials borrowed using his or her library barcode,

including overdue fines, lost item replacement fees, etc.

Computer users must relinquish use of a library computer if requested to do so by

library or systems administration staff.

15.2.4. Remote Access (Please check section provided by the IT department, in the students handbook)

15.2.5. Acceptable Use

In order to ensure that all library users have access to the computerized resources

which are provided in support of ACTs educational mission, priorities and some

restrictions are set for use of those resources.

Highest priority for use of the library computers is given to searching the online

catalog or the subscription databases. Library or systems administration staff maycurtail personal use of computers if it interferes with or causes disruption to the

institutions ability to provide computer resources.

The Bissell Library provides computer access so that library users may make full use

of the information resources available to them in support of the campus mission and

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Please see the Bissell Library web sitehttp://library.act.edufor information on:

Library Catalog Databases Research Guides Library hours and information FAQ Ask A Librarian chat service (instant messaging with l ibrari anon-off campus).

15.4.1. Databases List

About 42,000 full text scholarly journals, magazines and newspapers are available

through the librarys research and information subscription databases.

Below you may find an MBA oriented databases list. A full list for databasedescriptions and online tutorials may be found at Bissell Librarys web site(http://library.act.edu).

Reference Databases

Articles Academic Search Premier

15.3.BISSELL LIBRARYWEB SITE

15.4.RESEARCH DATABASES &LIBRARYCATALOG

http://library.act.edu/http://library.act.edu/http://library.act.edu/http://library.act.edu/http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=aphhttp://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=aphhttp://library.act.edu/http://library.act.edu/


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15.4.3. Library Classification System-Dewey Decimal Classification System (DDC):

The Bissell Library collection is organized according to the DDC. The system isbased on ten classes of subjects (000-999) which are further subdivided into morespecific topics. Below is a summary.

000 Computers, Internet & Systems100 Philosophy & Psychology200 Religion

300 Social Science310 General statistics

320 Political science

330 Economics331 Labor economics

332 Financial economics

333 Economics of land & energy

334 Cooperatives

335 Socialism & related systems

336 Public finance337 International economics

338 Production

339 Macroeconomics & related topics.

340 Law

350 Public administration

360 Social problems & services

370 Education



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659 Advertising & public relations

660 Chemical engineering

670 Manufacturing

680 Manufacture for specific uses

690 Buildings700 The Arts800 Literature, Rhetoric & Criticism900 History and Geography

15.4.4. Print Periodicals (Articles)

Periodicals Area (journals, magazines and newspapers): The Bissell Library

Periodicals Area features 7 current titles in print, as well as back issues of journals,magazines, and newspapers.

15.5.1. Boolean Operators

Boolean operators -- AND, OR and NOT -- are used to establish relationshipsbetween key words and keyword phrases. These operators can be used to expand ornarrow a search:

AND operator locates articles that contain all of the key words or phrases.Example: A query such as marketing AND advertising returns articles that

contain both key words

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use NOTandORtogether to limit your search. NOT has a higher precedencethan OR so a search using NOT and OR, produces results as described below.

Example:(advertising NOT campaigns) OR marketing returns articles that

contain the word advertising but not the word campaigns, or that contain the

word marketing.

AND operator is implied between each key word or phrase in a query thatdoes not contain Boolean operators

Please be aware that a search engine or database may require that the Boolean

operators be typed in CAPITAL LETTERS: AND, OR, NOT. Please check thesearch engine or database help pages.

15.5.2. Truncation

Truncation is a quick and easy way to include plurals, tense variations and alternative

spellings and word endings in your query.

To use truncation, type an asterisk (*) after the root of your key word. For example,

the query entrepreneur* returns articles that contain the words entrepreneurs,

entrepreneurial, entrepreneurship, etc.

15.5.3. Phrase Search

Phrase Search allows searching of text for keyword phrases. The phrase may be



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Every year an MBA student is selected to represent the MBA studentswith the title Class President. This provides an avenue for studentrepresentation in annual and long-term planning of the Business Division,including curriculum, graduation requirements and other educational andsocial activities.

The College bookstore, located in the basement of the New Building,stocks all books and supplies required for courses at the American Collegeof Thessaloniki as well as a collection of gifts and stationery supplies.

For information direct inquiries to the bookstore.

Medical assistance is available on a regular basis in the New Buildingnext to the reception to Ms. Katerina Ioannou and is able to help patientswith most common health problems that students encounter. The officehours are Weekda s from 9:00 to 16:00 (e t 208) The College is also

17. STUDENT REPRESENTATION

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Lose something? The first place to look is the Bissell Library and thereception desk in the New Building.

Find something? Take it to the Librarian or the Receptionist in the NewBuilding.

Smoking is prohibited in classrooms, teaching laboratories, elevators, andauditoriums in the College Library.

Police Emergency 100 EOT 2310-222-935

Greek Police 2310-553450/1/2/ 3 /4/ 5/ 6

Fire Department 199

22. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

22.1.EMERGENCYTELEPHONE NUMBERS

LOST AND FOUND

21. SPECIFIC COLLEGE REGULATIONS

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Sources of information on Campus are:Office Director Building Floor/Room Telephone E-mail Address1. Acting President Dr. Vlachos Stephens Hall 2nd 204 [email protected]

2. Acting Provost Dr. Pantsios New Building Ground 228 [email protected]

3. Bookstore Ms. Brafa New Building Basement 217 [email protected]. Vice President for Financial Mr. Floros Stephens Hall 1st floor 214 [email protected]

Affairs/CFO5. Director of Admissions Ms. Lebetli Bissell Library 1st 239 [email protected]. Director of Marketing Mr. Papanestoros Stephens Hall 1st 385 [email protected]. MBA Director Dr. Kessapidou Bissell Library Basement/23 387 [email protected]. Chair, Anatolia Business School Dr. Varvoglis Bissell Library Basement/ 386 [email protected]

9. Executive Director, Dr. Kavakas Bissell Library 1st

341 [email protected] Management10. Director of Scholarships Ms. Sougaraki Stephens Hall Ground 249 [email protected]

and Gifts11. Library Director Bissell Library Ground 391

12. Receptionist Mr. Loukidis New Building Ground 216 [email protected]. Registrar Ms. Vlachopoulou New Building Ground 207 [email protected]. Medical In-house attendant Ms. Ioannou New Building Ground 208 [email protected]. Technical Support Office Bissell Library Basement/013 335 [email protected]

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