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Language
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English
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Program Time (Year)
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4
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Max.Program Time (Year)
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7
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Program Quota
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Internships Status
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Absent
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ÖSYM type
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EA
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History
Founded in 2001 by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, Istanbul Commerce University began its academic journey with the mission of bringing Turkey’s deep-rooted commercial tradition into the realm of higher education.
The Department of Economics (English) operates with the mission of educating individuals who can understand the economic issues faced by Turkey and the world, think analytically, evaluate current economic developments, and propose effective solutions. The medium of instruction is English, and the program integrates both theoretical foundations and applied courses, along with field analyses, to ensure that students gain a solid grasp of contemporary economic dynamics.
The department’s academic staff consists of scholars specialized in various subfields of economics, who contribute to academic research while also bringing practical experience from the public and private sectors. Thanks to Istanbul Commerce University’s strong ties with the business world, students have the opportunity to participate in applied projects, undertake internships, and access career opportunities at an early stage.
Since its establishment, the Department of Economics has continued to distinguish itself by producing graduates who are employed in leading public and private institutions in Turkey and abroad. In addition to undergraduate education, the department also offers master’s and doctoral programs in economics, thereby providing students with a solid foundation for pursuing an academic career.
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Qualification Awarded
Students who successfully complete the program are awarded the Bachelor’s Degree in Economics.
This degree corresponds to Level 6 of the Turkish Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) and is compatible with
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Admission Requirements
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The process of placement of students in the program is carried out by the Assessment, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) through the Student Selection and Placement System (ÖSYS).
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Higher Grade Transition
1. Holders of a bachelor’s degree are eligible to pursue master’s programs, and may also apply to doctoral programs that accept students with a bachelor’s degree, provided that they meet the specific admission requirements.
2. Undergraduate students have the right to participate in Double Major Programs (DMP) offered by their higher education institutions. Students enrolled in a double major program take courses from two degree programs simultaneously and, upon successful completion of both curricula, are awarded two separate bachelor’s diplomas.
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Graduation Requirements
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In order to graduate, students must be successful in all required compulsory and elective courses, complete at least 240 ECTS and have a General Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.00/4.00.
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Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Graduates of the Department of Economics have a wide range of employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors. They can work as economists, analysts, brokers, bankers, inspectors, specialists, or managers in financial institutions such as banks, investment companies, and stock exchanges, as well as in public institutions such as the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, Ministry of Trade, Turkish Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT), Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT), Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BRSA), and the Savings Deposit Insurance Fund (SDIF). Additionally, they may find employment in international organizations such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Graduates may also work in media and broadcasting organizations as economic journalists or program editors.
By completing the required pedagogical formation, they may qualify to become administrative judges, or serve in the public administration as district governors or provincial governors.
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Assessment and Grading
1) Measurement and evaluation methods — including the types of exams and their contribution to the final course grade — are determined by the senates of higher education institutions in accordance with the fundamental principles set by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK).
2) Various methods such as assignments, projects, practical work, presentations, midterm exams, and final exams are used in measurement and evaluation.
3) In assessing student achievement, grading systems based on letters and/or numerical scores are applied.
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https://obs.ticaret.edu.tr/oibs/bologna/progAbout.aspx?curSunit=531&lang=en
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