The external stakeholder structure of the Department of International Trade and Finance (English) consists of a broad, multidimensional, and highly qualified ecosystem representing the operational, financial, and technological dimensions of global trade. In line with the achievement of its educational objectives and the continuous updating of its curriculum, the department maintains sustained and strategic collaboration with leading institutions in the automotive and manufacturing industries within the context of industrial trade, as well as with key actors in the logistics and transportation sectors within the framework of global supply chain management.
The program’s financial perspective is enriched through interactions with well-established and influential representatives of the banking and participation finance sectors, while globally recognized brands operating in the retail and fast-moving consumer goods industries are utilized to integrate global brand management and consumer behavior into teaching and learning processes. This extensive stakeholder network is further strengthened by global legal institutions specializing in international trade law and intellectual property rights, as well as consultancy- and practice-oriented partners operating in the field of foreign trade, thereby enhancing both regulatory and practical depth.
In addition, collaborations with innovative stakeholders operating in the fields of information technologies, green economy and finance, e-commerce, fintech, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence–based commercial applications contribute significantly to preparing students for the technology-driven trade environment of the future. This ecosystem, which also includes national and international quality assurance and accreditation bodies that provide guidance throughout quality assurance processes, extends beyond a merely consultative role. Through seminars, case analyses, applied studies, and internship programs, it offers a dynamic external stakeholder structure that enables the continuous improvement of program learning outcomes within the framework of the Plan–Do–Check–Act (PDCA) cycle. This structure effectively supports the preparation of graduates for a competitive global environment.
Contact information related to external stakeholders is provided in Appendix 10.
The internal stakeholder structure of the Department of International Trade and Finance (English) is built upon a participatory ecosystem centered on the principles of student-centered education and continuous improvement. The dynamic structure of the department is supported by student organizations such as the Quality and Entrepreneurship Club, the Trade and Investment Club, and the International Trade and Business Club, which play a leading role in enabling students to integrate theoretical knowledge with sectoral practices, develop leadership skills, and organize extracurricular activities that enhance the quality of education.
In addition to these student organizations, strong institutional ties with the KURSAM Research Center provide a central platform for scientific production by fostering academic research and supporting sectoral data analysis processes for both students and academic staff. Student Representatives, who constitute one of the most fundamental components of the decision-making mechanisms, actively participate in quality commissions and departmental boards, ensuring that student expectations and feedback are directly reflected in strategic planning and educational policies. All of these internal stakeholder components play a critical role in the comprehensive implementation of the PDCA (Plan–Do–Check–Act) cycle in the academic and administrative development processes of the department and in sustaining a strong institutional quality culture.
