About Us
The Department of Economics within the Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences at Antalya Bilim University was established in 2012 with a modern and interdisciplinary approach to education. Since its inception, our department has focused on comprehending the dynamics of the global economic system and equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to adapt to these ongoing shifts.
The Department of Economics delivers its curriculum 100% in English, offering an economics education that adheres to international academic standards. A defining feature of our department is its commitment to cultivating a global perspective among our students. International students originating from diverse continents and numerous countries bring a rich cultural diversity to our student community and infuse the campus environment with vibrant energy. Situated in the dynamic and culturally rich setting of Antalya, the department aims to make a distinction through an education designed to impart an international perspective to its students.
Since its establishment, our department takes immense pride in seeing its graduates assume key roles across a wide spectrum of sectors, both nationally and internationally. Driven by a commitment to continuous development and academic excellence, the Department of Economics continues its journey to educate future economists with unwavering determination and an innovative vision.
Program Outcomes
1. Ability to Use Economics, Mathematics, and Statistics: Our students acquire the ability to effectively apply economic theories together with mathematical and statistical analysis methods. This competence enhances their capacity to understand and solve complex economic problems.
2. Identifying Problems and Proposing Solutions: Students gain the ability to identify economic problems, analyze them using appropriate methods, and develop creative solution proposals.
3. Interpreting Developments in Economic Markets and Developing Policies: Our students are able to monitor global and national economic markets and transform the information they obtain into solution-oriented policy recommendations.
4. Applying Fundamental Economic Tools to Contemporary Issues: Students can apply fundamental economic models and analytical techniques to understand and evaluate current economic problems.
5. Interpreting the Global and Turkish Economy: Students develop an understanding of the general dynamics of the global economy and the specific structure of the Turkish economy, enabling them to conduct strategic analyses and propose solutions.
6. Collecting Data, Analyzing It, and Interpreting Results: Students gain the ability to collect data using statistical and econometric methods, analyze these data, and interpret the results effectively.
7. Teamwork and Independent Working Skills: Our students are able to work effectively in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams while also developing the competence to carry out independent projects.
8. Interpretation and Analysis of Economic Graphs: Students develop the ability to present economic data graphically, analyze these graphs, and draw meaningful conclusions.
9. Lifelong Learning and Self-Development: Students are trained to follow developments in science and technology, acquire new knowledge, and continuously improve themselves throughout their lives.
10. 1Professional Ethics and Responsibility: Students gain the ability to act in accordance with ethical values and professional responsibility in their professional lives.
11. Ability to Use Software Programs: Students acquire the competence to effectively use at least one software program required for economic analysis and data management.
12. Social and Analytical Thinking Skills: Students develop the ability to approach social phenomena with an analytical perspective and think in a solution-oriented manner.
Career and Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Department of Economics at Antalya Bilim University possess a diverse range of national and international career opportunities, backed by solid theoretical knowledge and applied skills. Key employment sectors for our graduates include:
1. Public Sector: Graduates can work in major public institutions such as the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT), the Strategy and Budget Directorate of the Presidency, the Ministry of Trade, the Ministry of Industry and Technology, and the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. Additionally, they may serve as specialists, analysts, or auditors in regulatory and supervisory authorities (such as the Capital Markets Board [SPK] and the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency [BDDK]), local governments, and regional development agencies.
2. Private Sector: Graduates can pursue careers in economic analysis, strategic planning, budgeting, and data analytics departments of national and multinational corporations operating in finance, banking, insurance, logistics, energy, and international trade. Their analytical thinking and data processing capabilities make them stand out in the corporate sector.
3. International Organizations: Graduates have opportunities to work in global institutions such as the United Nations (UN), the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and the European Union (EU), taking on critical roles in economic analysis, sustainability policy formulation, and international project management.
4. Research Centers and Think Tanks: They can serve as researchers, economists, or policy analysts in national and international think tanks and research centers focused on economics, development, and public policy.
5. Academic Career: Graduates pursuing postgraduate studies (Master's and Ph.D.) can join academic faculties at universities in Türkiye or abroad, and contribute to national and international research projects.
6. Consulting and Advisory Services: Specializing in economics and finance, graduates can work for global and local consulting firms offering management consultancy, investment advisory, economic modeling, risk analysis, and market research services.
7. Entrepreneurship: Harnessing financial literacy, market analysis, and resource management skills gained during their studies, graduates have strong opportunities to establish their own business ventures or develop innovative business models.
The Department of Economics at Antalya Bilim University aims to equip its graduates with the competencies required to excel and compete in the global job market through an educational framework that seamlessly integrates theory and practice.