CBS Cyprus

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

CBS – College of Business Studies Cyprus (CBS) is a higher education institution that evolved from the Institute of Banking Studies Cyprus (IBS Cyprus), an organization established in 2004 with a strong reputation in professional education and as the exclusive accredited provider of American Bankers Association programs outside the United States. Over the years, IBS has educated thousands of graduates who now work in financial institutions and businesses in Cyprus and internationally. Building on this success, CBS was created to provide high-quality academic education in business and management, responding to the changing needs of the global marketplace. The college offers academically rigorous programs aligned with the Cyprus Qualifications Framework and is dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning, and applied research. CBS aims to become one of the leading educational institutions in Cyprus by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and social responsibility while equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in a globalized environment. Its mission focuses on developing critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and professional competencies that enable graduates to address contemporary economic and societal challenges. The institution actively collaborates with industry, public organizations, and the wider community to support economic and social development in Cyprus. Guided by its vision of academic excellence and meaningful societal contribution, CBS emphasizes quality education, research excellence, ethical practices, and lifelong learning. Its core values include academic excellence, integrity, innovation, inclusion, and continuous personal and professional development, fostering a diverse and supportive learning environment where students and staff are encouraged to pursue creativity, accountability, and sustained growth beyond formal education.