Business Administration Master Degree With a Thesis Program

Academic Unit Presenting the ProgramBusiness Administration
Program DirectorProf. Dr. Ahmet KUBAŞ (Head of Department)
Program TypeMaster Degree With a Thesis Program
Level of Degree EarnedGraduate (Master’s Degree).
Degree EarnedStudents who accomplish all courses successfully are awarded with a Master of Business Adminitration.
Education Type Tam Zamanlı
Registration Acceptance Conditions(1) Candidates who apply for admission to a master programme should hold a valid bachelor’s degree and, except the applicants to the Department of Music, a minimum score of 55 from the Selection Examination for Academic Personnel and Graduate Studies (ALES) administered by the Student Selection and Placement Centre (ÖSYM). Instead of ALES score, candidates may choose to submit the scores of other internationally accepted examinations whose validity and equivalency are determined by the University Senate. (2) The final admission score is determined as the total sum of %10 of the undergraduate GPA, %50 of ALES score and %40 of the grade received in the entrance examination which is conducted by a jury determined by and representing the Department. The final admission score should be at least 65. The number of accepted students is decided prior to the admission and the successful applicants are shortlisted according to the scores starting with the highest ones.   
Recognition of Prior LearningA student who has successfully completed at least one semester in a comparable master programme at another accredited institution is eligible as a lateral transfer. Lateral transfers are generally admitted after being evaluated on a case by case basis and upon the decision of the administration of the Department and the Graduate School. 
Degree Requirements and Rules to take a minimum of 7 courses with a minimum of 21 local credits.
to succeed in all the courses with a letter grade of at least CC/S
to prepare and defend a master's dissertation
to have a Cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 2.00/4.00 with a minimum of 120 ECTS credits.
Program ProfileThis program is designed for students who are managers or wants to be a manager to give them the management point of view that they can implement on their field. The purpose of the program is to give students the ability to follow the developments in the field of management, make scientific research, generate, interpret and share knowledge. The program content consists of theoretical and practical courses in multiple-choice, and thus allow students to take courses in accordance with their interests and activities. The course period consists of two phases which covers theoretical and practical courses.
Occupational Profiles of GraduatesUpon successful completion of the thesis process, graduates can continue their academic careers. In addition, they can be assigned in different levels of positions in private firms which operate in sectors such as banking, finance, consulting, audit, insurance, tourism. Also they can be employed by public institutions such as Central Bank, Treasury, the Ministry of Finance.
Access To Upper DegreeUpon successful completion of their master programme, the students are encouraged to embark on further academic studies on the graduate level (doctoral programme) on condition of having received the required score in ALES exam, possessing sufficient knowledge of English or another foreign language, and being successful in the entrance examination.
Exams, Assessment and Grading

For a student to have successfully completed the master programme, the GPA should be at least 65.

Grades

The grading system to evaluate the student performance is signified by the values in the chart below. For each course students are graded by letters. Letter grades, coefficients and ratios are as follows:

 

Grade

Letter Grade

Coefficient

Status

90-100

AA

4.00

Pass

85-89

BA

3.50

Pass

80-84

BB

3.00

Pass

75-79

CB

2.50

Pass

70-74

CC

2.00

Pass

65-69

DC

1.50

Pass

0-64

FF

1.00

Fail

 

Graduation RequirementsGraduation requirements are described in the "Qualification Requirements and Regulations" section.
Teaching Methods

Teaching Methods

Teaching methods are determined so as to improve skills, such as teaching-learning strategies, self-discipline, life-long learning, observation, sharing knowledge, presentation, critical thinking, teamwork, effective use of informatics.

Moreover, the choice of teaching methods pays heed to supporting students with different skills. The teaching methods used in the program are listed below*:

TEACHING METHODS*

LEARNING ACTIVITIES

MEANS

Course

Listening and interpretation

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector

Discussion Course

Listening and interpretation, observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector

Special Support / Structural Examples

Special skills planned beforehand

 

Playing a Role / Drama

Special skills planned beforehand

Standard classroom technologies, special equipment

Problem Solving

Special skills planned beforehand

 

Case Study

Special skills planned beforehand

 

Brainstorming

Listening and interpretation, observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development, team work

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector

Small Group Discussion

Listening and interpretation, observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector

Presentation

Listening and interpretation, observation/situation handling

Real or virtual environment suitable for observation

Simulation

Listening and interpretation, observation/situation handling, informatics skills

Real or virtual environment suitable for observation

Seminar

Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, informatics, listening and interpretation, management skills

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector, special equipment

Group Study

Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, informatics, critical thinking, question development, management skills, team work

 

Field / Land Study

Observation / situation handling, research – lifelong learning, writing, reading

 

Laboratory

Observation/situation handling, informatics, management skills, team work

Special equipment

Homework

Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, Informatics

Internet database, library database, e-mail

Oral Exam

 

 

Survey and Questionnaire Study

Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading

 

Panel

Listening and interpretation, observation/situation handling

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector, special equipment

Guest Speaker

Listening and interpretation, observation/situation handling

Standard classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector, special equipment

Student Club Activity / Projects

Observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development, team work, research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, management skills, special skills planned beforehand

 

 

*One or more of the listed methods can be used depending on the specificity of the course. 

 

Program Outcomes

1-To be able to acquire individual, team work behaviors of research, development and implementation abilities in management discipline
2-To be able think analytically and be able to apply experiences to real life situations
3-To know how to access the knowledge, to be able to follow current and recent developments in management profession, to have self confidence, to be open to new ideas, new developments, criticized, to be open minded, to love and protect his or her country
4-To be able to take individual initiatives and act based on team rules as well
5-To be able to follow ethical principles in his or her actions
6-To be suitable for team work and be able to express his or himself effectively hence to be able to adopt academic and Professional lives easily
7-To be able to comprehend professional ethics in Professional life
8-To acquire lifelong scientific inquiry, learning and producing abilities
9-To be able to understand main concepts in management discipline
10-To be able to explain firm in terms of managerial and organizational aspects and to comprehend its local, national and global aspects
11-To understand the importance of following the literature in management profession
12-To know at least one foreign language in order to follow current developments and theoretical background in management discipline and to be able to use computers efficiently and effectively
13-To establish linkages between management and other disciplines
14-To be able to explain management and its functions

Curriculum

Business Administration


Course

2025-2026 Fall Semester
Course Code Course Name Browse T A ECTS
ISYL508 Research Techniques 3 0 5
ISYL510 Special Topics 8 0 10
Elective 2025-2026 GÜZ DÖNEMİ İŞLETME TEZLİ() 45
ISYL609 Advanced Statistical Analysis 3 0 5
ISYL536 Advertising Strategies 3 0 5
ISYL542 Applications of Neuro Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL529 Business Finance 3 0 5
ISYL509 Company Law 3 0 5
ISYL 546 Consumer Behavior 3 0 5
ISYL507 Corporate Governance 3 0 5
ISYL612 Current Approaches in Tourism Businesses 3 0 5
ISYL615 Data Science Applications 3 0 5
ISYL611 Destination Management 3 0 5
ISYL605 Digital Marketing and Social Media Management 3 0 5
ISYL518 Entrepreneurship 3 0 5
ISYL520 Financial Accounting 3 0 5
ISYL548 Financial Markets And Institutions 3 0 5
ISYL534 Financial Risk Management in Business 3 0 5
ISYL614 International Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL610 Investment Project Preparation and Evaluation 3 0 5
ISYL501 Management Information Systems 3 0 5
ISYL506 Marketing Management 3 0 5
ISYL541 Mobile Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL604 Productivity Management 3 0 5
ISYL514 Project Support and Incentives 3 0 5
ISYL549 Securities and Portfolio Management 3 0 5
ISYL538 Service Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL 547 Tourism Management 3 0 5
Total ECTS: 60

2025-2026 Spring Semester
Course Code Course Name Browse T A ECTS
ISYL508 Research Techniques 3 0 5
ISYL525 Seminar 0 2 5
ISYL510 Special Topics 8 0 10
Elective 2024-2025 BAHAR DÖNEMİ İŞLETME TEZLİ() 45
ISYL603 Advanced Analysis Techniques in Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL609 Advanced Statistical Analysis 3 0 5
ISYL542 Applications of Neuro Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL529 Business Finance 3 0 5
ISYL507 Corporate Governance 3 0 5
ISYL612 Current Approaches in Tourism Businesses 3 0 5
ISYL517 Customer Relationship Management 3 0 5
ISYL611 Destination Management 3 0 5
ISYL606 Digital Marketing and Social Media Management 3 0 5
ISYL518 Entrepreneurship 3 0 5
ISYL520 Financial Accounting 3 0 5
ISYL527 Financial Analysis Methods 3 0 5
ISYL548 Financial Markets And Institutions 3 0 5
ISYL534 Financial Risk Management in Business 3 0 5
İSYL 606 Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation 3 0 5
ISYL614 International Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL610 Investment Project Preparation and Evaluation 3 0 5
ISYL523 Leadership 3 0 5
ISYL541 Mobile Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL514 Project Support and Incentives 3 0 5
ISYL528 Real Estate Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL537 Sales Management 3 0 5
ISYL549 Securities and Portfolio Management 3 0 5
ISYL550 Sustainable Marketing 3 0 5
ISYL 547 Tourism Management 3 0 5
Total ECTS: 65
Total ECTS(Year): 125
Thesis

2025-2026 Fall Semester
Course Code Course Name Browse T A ECTS
ISYL510 Special Topics 8 0 10
LÜ TEZ Thesis 0 0 20
Total ECTS: 30

2025-2026 Spring Semester
Course Code Course Name Browse T A ECTS
ISYL510 Special Topics 8 0 10
LÜ TEZ Thesis 0 0 20
Total ECTS: 30
Total ECTS(Year): 60