8 out of 10 of Metropolitan College graduates are currently employed

New nationwide survey highlights the strong alignment between Metropolitan College’s academic programmes and the evolving needs of businesses.

At a time when attracting and retaining skilled talent remains one of the most significant challenges facing the Greek and European business landscape, the findings of the new institutional employment survey conducted for Metropolitan College by MRB Hellas confirm the College’s leading role in bridging higher education with the labour market.

According to the findings of the survey among recent graduates (2023–2025), the employment rate of Metropolitan College graduates stands at 81%. This figure becomes particularly significant when compared with official Eurostat data, according to which the national average employment rate for recent higher education graduates in Greece stands at 67%. This positive difference of 14 percentage points highlights the strong added value and competitiveness of Metropolitan College’s educational model.

• Strong Alignment with Field of Study: 79% of employed graduates report that their current position or main professional responsibilities are directly aligned with the academic field they studied at Metropolitan College, significantly reducing the incidence of graduate underemployment.
• Rapid Transition into the Labour Market (Time-to-Market):Graduate absorption into employment is exceptionally strong, with 71% securing a job within the first six months after completing their studies. This confirms Metropolitan College’s ability to equip students with the knowledge, skills and competencies required by employers and to support their smooth transition into professional life.
• Quality and Sustainable Employment: 86% of employed graduates work in full-time positions, demonstrating that employers recognise the value of their qualifications and invest in their long-term professional development.
• Graduate Satisfaction Indicators: Nearly 8 in 10 employed graduates (77%) express satisfaction with the nature of their work, a result directly linked to effective academic preparation and the development of both hard and soft skills.

The survey also highlights the strong earning potential of Metropolitan College graduates, with 1 in 4 graduates already earning more than €1,300 in net monthly income. This figure is 25% higher than the average earnings of young employees aged 20–34 who completed higher education studies within the last three years, according to data published by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).

The initiatives and actions implemented by Metropolitan College in the field of graduate employability are fully aligned with the philosophy and rigorous academic standards of its partner UK public universities. In the United Kingdom, graduate employability has long been recognised as a key indicator in the evaluation of higher education institutions, contributing significantly to their reputation, international standing and performance in global university rankings. By embracing this approach, Metropolitan College brings to Greece internationally recognised best practices that support students in developing the knowledge, skills and experience required for successful careers in a global environment.

Dr Christina Paraskevopoulou, CEO of Alphabet Education Group, which includes Metropolitan College, stated:

“The findings of the MRB research validate our strategic decision to invest in internationally oriented academic programmes that respond to the real needs of the labour market. In a constantly evolving economic environment, the high employment rate of our graduates, exceeding 80%, represents a strong assurance for our students that their investment in education translates into successful career opportunities, while also reflecting the confidence that employers place in our graduates.”

Metropolitan College’s employability strategy is already entering a new era through the strategic use of technology and the further integration of the Career, Employability & Alumni Department into students’ everyday academic experience.

As part of this strategy, Metropolitan College is expanding its network of leading companies offering internship opportunities, organising specialised skills development workshops and strengthening connections between students and the labour market from the very first year of their studies.

At the same time, the College is implementing two strategic initiatives that redefine the connection between education and employment.

Powered by the “Mitropolitiko Careers” platform, Metropolitan College is leveraging advanced AI technology to enable intelligent and automated matching between graduates and the most suitable career opportunities, providing partner companies with direct access to ready-to-work talent.

In parallel, the upcoming Alumni Classter platform will serve as a dynamic central hub that keeps the College’s alumni community connected and engaged through targeted networking events and the launch of the new annual Alumni Awards institution.

The Employment Survey 2026 was designed and conducted by MRB Hellas S.A., a leading market research organisation, on behalf of Metropolitan College.

Data collection was carried out between 11 June 2026 and 23 June 2026 through structured self-completed questionnaires at a nationwide level, with the participation of Metropolitan College graduates from the academic years 2023, 2024 and 2025, representing all Metropolitan College campuses.

Sample size: 330 Metropolitan College graduates.