BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ENGLISH, PHD)


Profile of the Program

The aim of the PhD Program in Business Administration is to train graduates with management skills applicable in global markets and researchers capable of making original scientific contributions in the field of business. The program aims to deepen students' theoretical knowledge and develop leaders and research-oriented academics in the business world.

Qualification Awarded

The students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Genel İşletme alanında Doktora

Level of Qualification

This is a program.

Specific Admission Requirements

In order to apply to the doctoral program, candidates must have a thesis-based master's degree and must have an ALES score of no less than 55 points in the score type of the program they are applying for, as determined by the Institute Board recommendation and Senate decision. In addition to the ALES score, a written scientific assessment exam and/or an additional interview result and a master's grade point average may also be evaluated for the acceptance of those who will apply to the doctoral program. Matters related to this evaluation, application conditions and other matters regarding student admission are announced to candidates through appropriate means upon the recommendation of the Institute Board of Directors and the rules determined by the Senate.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

The program consists of all the courses specified in the curriculum, the Doctoral Qualifying Examination, and thesis preparation and defense. Students must complete all their coursework within four semesters. After successfully completing their assignments, students who pass the Doctoral Qualifying Examination are eligible to begin their doctoral thesis. Under the supervision of an advisor, students complete their thesis and defend it before a jury. Those who successfully defend their thesis complete the program and earn their doctoral degree.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students who will continue their education at Bahçeşehir University may be exempted from the courses they took at their previous educational institution within the framework of certain regulations. If the content of the course taken is compatible with the content of the course given at BAU and is approved by the institute directorate, the student may be exempted from this course.

Occupational Profiles of Graduates

The General Business PhD Program aims to equip its graduates with advanced theoretical and practical expertise in fields such as investment, accounting, production, marketing, and strategic management. The program is designed to cultivate academics and researchers who are capable of contributing both nationally and internationally in these areas, providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the academic and business worlds.

Access to Further Studies

Students who successfully complete the program can apply for post-doctoral studies according to their areas of expertise.

Program Outcomes

1 Gaining a deep understanding of the fundamental concepts, methods, and models in business management and organization, applying them effectively in professional practices.
2 Staying up-to-date with general business literature and international developments, continuously generating innovative ideas in the field.
3 Approaching problems in the field of business from both theoretical and conceptual perspectives, developing solutions with a research-oriented mindset.
4 Embracing ethical principles and responsibilities in academic research, and acting in accordance with these values throughout the research process.
5 Understanding the interaction between various disciplines related to business and possessing the ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate new and complex ideas.
6 Effectively conveying business-related knowledge to diverse audiences by using clear and impactful verbal, written, and visual communication methods.
7 Possessing the ability to conduct a literature review, identify research problems, develop hypotheses, design research, and reach conclusions using qualitative/quantitative methods, and presenting the results as academic publications.
8 Contributing to issues such as professional ethics, environmental awareness, sustainability, social responsibility, and universal values as a professional with a high level of awareness in these areas.
9 Having the competence to develop strategic solutions through holistic and creative thinking in unforeseen and complex situations in the business world.
10 Possessing the ability to work effectively with different disciplines and multicultural teams, demonstrate leadership, and take initiative by applying critical thinking in risk analysis and problem-solving processes.

Course & Program Outcomes Matrix

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Courses
BUS6005 Managerial Economics 4 2 1 1 2 1 4 1 2 2
BUS6007 Strategic Management and Competition Analysis 5 3 3 3 5 3 1 3 4 1
QUA6999 Qualifying Exam 5 4 2 1 3 4 3 1
RCH6001 Advanced Research Methods 4 1 5 5 3 2 5 4 3 5
SMR6887 Seminar 4 3 3 4 3 2 5 4 1 3
THE6888-1 Doctoral Thesis - I 5 4 5 5 3 4 4 3 2 2
THE6888-2 Doctoral Thesis - II 5 4 5 5 3 4 4 3 2 2
THE6888-3 Doctoral Thesis - III 5 4 5 5 3 4 4 3 2 2
THE6888-4 Doctoral Thesis - IV 5 4 5 5 3 4 4 3 2 2
Departmental Elective
BUS6009 Financial Management
BUS6011 Advanced Managerial Accounting
BUS6101 Organizational Theory
BUS6102 Behaviour in Organizational Systems
BUS6192 Special Topics in Management and Organization
BUS6193 Multinational Enterprises and the Global Business
BUS6194 Negotiation and Dispute Resolution
BUS6210 Managerial Perspectives in Marketing
BUS6900 Advanced Applied Research Methods 4 1 5 5 5 2 4 4 3 5
GE-Elective

Course Structure Diagram with Credits

1. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
BUS6005 Managerial Economics 3 0 3 9
RCH6001 Advanced Research Methods 3 0 3 9
Departmental Elective 3 12
Total 30
2. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
BUS6007 Strategic Management and Competition Analysis 3 0 3 9
Departmental Elective 3 12
Departmental Elective 3 9
Total 30
3. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
SMR6887 Seminar 0 0 0 6
Departmental Elective 3 12
Departmental Elective 3 12
Total 30
4. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
QUA6999 Qualifying Exam 0 0 0 30
Total 30
5. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
THE6888-1 Doctoral Thesis - I 0 0 0 30
Total 30
6. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
THE6888-2 Doctoral Thesis - II 0 0 0 30
Total 30
7. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
THE6888-3 Doctoral Thesis - III 0 0 0 30
Total 30
8. Semester
Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
THE6888-4 Doctoral Thesis - IV 0 0 0 30
Total 30

Program Director (or Equivalent)


BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ENGLISH, PHD) - GRADUATE SCHOOL