Bachelor in Business Administration
Istanbul, Turkey
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 5,500 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About Business Department
Dear students, we are glad to see you as an esteemed member of our family in this classy venue. On this special trip of your life, you will have a great pleasure and experience with your university life. The Department of Business will prepare you for the journey into the realm of modern business with a superior program. Industrial collaborations, distinguished academic researches, and studies at the international level in our department spark growing attention in the industry and contribute to the reputation of our school.
We provide information that is required by the business world and serve our students with an interdisciplinary perspective, analytical thinking skills, and creative high innovative ideas. Our students closely track industrial developments in advanced economies and are capable of demonstrating talents in a competitive culture. Our major goal is to prepare our students with the high skills and talents required by a competitive business environment. To achieve this goal, we are developing ways to transfer skills and talents from the executives of pioneering industries to our students in the field. As the candidates of executive managers in the future, our students are expected to have high managerial skills and theoretical competencies throughout the departmental curriculum. The Department of Business is one of the most diverse departments at our school with its promising and well-designed academic services and facilities. When studying with our department you benefit also from outstanding opportunities in Istanbul and amazing social life.
Our department sets its vision to shape the modern business world. The masterpiece of an academic commitment prepares our students to have a profound impact on the way competitive business is made. Business as a four-year Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree provides you the executive conceptual skills, talents, and connections for prominent positions at global companies. Our top-class business program challenges you to be ready for international business competition and encourages you to change the industry, or teams you work in.
Our school specializes in developing students’ managerial abilities and conceptual talents by transferring skills from top-class managers in pioneering industries. We believe that our school creates innovative ideas for our students and enables them to adopt a challenging business environment with competitive skills and talents. From the first days, your time at school is a perfect experience in your life and you will have an outstanding opportunity to meet global students and world-class scholars. We ensure that you will be at the classy venue which provides you with a comprehensive education to find the best-suited job upon graduation. Our major strategy is to bring advanced techniques in teaching and skill transfers from the industry together for our global students.
International conferences, sectoral partnerships, industrial collaborations, and TÜBİTAK-based ongoing projects in our Technology Transfer Office increase the career opportunities in the market-driven society. Following the transfer of skills in the field, through unique academic techniques and enhanced field applications you will gain modern means of strategies, tactical and operational requirements of the competitive business world.
The economic role of Emerging Markets is increasing globally with new career opportunities. Istanbul is the center of attention for international investors and global enterprises. Based on its geostrategic position, Istanbul becomes capital for many multinational firms with a broad base of business knowledge and career opportunities. Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Logistics, Trade, Human Resources Management, International Trade, Insurance, and Banking are some major career fields for which we help our students specialize. Our students with these acquired skills will have career opportunities at the national and international level of all kinds of manufacturing and foreign trade companies, banks, private financial institutions, factoring, leasing, international logistics firms in the relevant sections. Our diploma with the internationally accredited curriculum and training program will be valid in the European Union and provides you the opportunity to work overseas. Moreover, successful students with high research passions are encouraged about their academic careers.
Designing competitive strategies, developing tactics to penetrate the right markets, determining financial strategies, developing creditor relations, managing the public offering process are some good examples of managerial abilities and talents provided in our curriculum. You can obtain these talents in the department.
We are pleased to be working with you in this department
Umit Hacioglu, PhD
Associate Professor
Head of the Department of Business
Scholarships & Financial Aid at Istanbul Medipol University
1. Enrollment‑Phase Scholarships & Discounts
These benefits are applied upon admission and remain valid throughout the student’s education (including language prep year, if applicable) :
- Special‑Country Scholarship: 15 % tuition discount for residents of over 40 countries (e.g., Azerbaijan, Russia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Egypt, etc.).
For the complete list of qualifying countries, please visit the official Medipol International Office eligibility page: View full Special‑Country Scholarship list. - International High‑School Scholarship: 5 % additional discount for graduates from partner high schools.
- Lump‑Sum (Advance‑Payment) Discount: 10 % off tuition for full annual payment in advance.
- Family Members Discount: 10 % off for siblings or family members enrolled simultaneously.
2. Academic Success Scholarships
Awarded annually to the top three undergraduates based on weighted GPA:
- 1st place: Full tuition waiver
- 2nd place: 50% tuition discount
- 3rd place: 25% tuition discount
- Business Communication Ii
- Corporate Governance And Social Responsibility
- Corporate Sustainability Management
- Cost Management And Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Management
- Fundamentals Of Law
- Global Business
- Global Economy Political And Turkey
- Human Resources Management
- Information Technology
- Introduction To Behavioral Science
- Introduction To Business
- Introduction To Finance
- Macroeconomics
- Management Goes To Movies
- Mathematics I
- Mathematics Ii
- Microeconomics
- Organizational Behaviour
- Organizational Design
- Principles Of Accounting
- Principles Of Marketing
- Production Management
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Statistics
- Strategic Management
- Supply Chain Management
Aim
This department, it is aimed to provide our students with operational, tactical, and strategic talents and skills required for the sustainable achievement of a corporation in today’s competitive business environment. It is also aimed to keep our students updated with modern techniques as the requisites of modern management.
1. Management & Operations
- Operations Manager: Oversees daily business activities and workflow efficiency.
- General Manager: Manages business units, teams, or branches.
- Business Analyst: Evaluates business performance and suggests improvements.
2. Marketing & Sales
- Marketing Specialist: Develops marketing strategies and campaigns.
- Sales Manager: Leads sales teams and drives revenue growth.
- Digital Marketing Executive: Manages SEO, social media, and online advertising.
3. Finance & Accounting
- Financial Analyst: Assesses investment opportunities and business performance.
- Accountant: Manages budgets, taxes, and financial statements.
- Banking Officer: Works in retail, corporate, or investment banking roles.
4. Human Resources (HR)
- HR Specialist: Manages recruitment, employee relations, and training programs.
- Talent Acquisition Officer: Focuses on hiring strategies and employer branding.
- Compensation & Benefits Analyst: Designs salary structures and incentive programs.
5. Entrepreneurship & Startups
- Startup Founder / Co-Founder: Launches and manages a business venture.
- Small Business Manager: Runs operations and finances of a local or online business.
- Business Consultant: Advises startups or SMEs on strategy, growth, and efficiency.
6. International Business & Trade
- Export/Import Manager: Handles international trade operations.
- International Business Developer: Expands company presence in global markets.
- Trade Compliance Officer: Ensures adherence to international regulations.
7. Supply Chain & Logistics
- Supply Chain Analyst: Optimizes procurement, manufacturing, and distribution.
- Logistics Coordinator: Manages transportation and inventory.
- Procurement Officer: Sources suppliers and negotiates contracts.
8. Real Estate & Property Management
- Real Estate Agent / Broker: Facilitates property sales or leasing.
- Property Manager: Oversees rental properties and maintenance.
- Real Estate Investment Analyst: Assesses property market trends and ROI.
9. Academic & Research Careers
- Business Lecturer / Teaching Assistant: Teaches or supports university-level business courses.
- Research Assistant: Works on market, financial, or economic research.
Istanbul Medipol University, established in 2009, has swiftly emerged as a leading foundation university in Türkiye, attracting nearly 50,000 students, including over 12,000 from more than 100 countries. Strategically located in Istanbul—with campuses in historic Golden Horn and modern Kavacık—the university bridges Europe and Asia, offering students a unique blend of multicultural vibrancy and academic rigor.
Pros for Students
1. Academically Accredited & Globally Recognized
- Over 74 undergraduate and numerous graduate programs across 12 faculties, with 24 English-taught offerings.
- Medical and pharmacy schools have national accreditation; engineering programs hold international EUR-ACE/MÜDEK accreditation; the affiliated hospital is JCI-certified, all ensuring global recognition and quality.
2. Cutting-Edge Research & Innovation Environment
Students benefit from state-of-the-art research infrastructure:
- SABITA Institute and REMER Center provide advanced facilities in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, and regenerative medicine.
- Over 20 research centers and 100+ laboratories support high-impact projects, patents, and EU/national funding pipelines.
3. Vibrant Student Life & Professional Growth
- More than 100 student clubs—ranging from robotics and wellness to cultural and entrepreneurial groups—ensure comprehensive personal development.
- Modern campuses include libraries, fitness centers, cafes, and performance spaces, fostering both community and wellness.
- The Career Center and Technology Transfer Office link students with internships, career fairs, entrepreneurship events, and TechnoFEST.
4. International Exposure & Support Services
- Erasmus+ and bilateral agreements with 88+ global universities (e.g., ASU, UPenn, UCSD, UCI) facilitate student and faculty mobility.
- Membership in UN Academic Impact (2023) underlines IMU’s global academic commitment.
- Dedicated preparatory programs in English and Turkish ensure academic readiness; the International Office supports visa, housing, and cultural integration at medipol.edu.tr.
5. Prime Location in Istanbul
- Campuses in both Kavacık (Asian side) and Golden Horn (European side) combine historic charm with urban modernity.
- Students enjoy low-cost public transport, rich cultural heritage sites like Hagia Sophia and Topkapı, and easy access to internships and work opportunities in Turkey’s commercial hub.
6. Strong Focus on Health Sciences and Clinical Training
- Medipol Mega University Hospital—the largest private hospital complex in Türkiye—offers over 800 beds, robotic surgery, and specialized clinics, providing unparalleled clinical exposure.
- Many students engage in internships and clinical rotations directly within university-associated hospitals.


