Awarded Degree and Title
Students who successfully complete the program are entitled to receive the following academic degree and title:
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Awarded Degree: Bachelor’s Degree
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Conferred Title: Economist
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Level of Degree: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Level)
Requirements for Awarding the Degree
In order to be eligible to receive a bachelor’s degree, students must fulfill the following requirements:
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Successfully complete all courses included in the program,
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Accumulate at least 240 ECTS credits,
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Achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.00 out of 4.00.
Opportunities Provided by the Degree
Graduates who complete this program have access to the following opportunities:
Academic Career
Graduates who wish to pursue an academic career may apply to master’s and integrated doctoral programs and continue their education in the relevant fields.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Department of Economics have a wide range of employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors. They may work in banks, investment companies, stock exchanges, and other financial institutions operating in the banking sector and capital markets; as well as in public institutions such as the Treasury and Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Trade, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT), the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT), the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BRSA), and the Savings Deposit Insurance Fund (SDIF), in positions such as economists, analysts, brokers, bankers, inspectors, specialists, and managers.
In addition, they may find opportunities to work in international organizations such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and similar institutions. They may also work in the media sector in areas such as economic journalism and economic programs. By completing the necessary professional training, they may become administrative judges, and may also serve in public administration in positions such as district governors and provincial governors.
International Recognition
Graduates may pursue academic or professional careers abroad. This program complies with the criteria of the European Higher Education Area (Bologna Process) and holds international recognition.
