Ibn Haldun University offers an MBA Programme designed for participants who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of the global business arena's apparent market realities and practices. Through the acquisition of this kind of business knowledge, participants, upon graduation, will be in a better position to manage business operations more effectively; carry out business in foreign regions and countries with integrated knowledge and database; to assume better and more effective managerial responsibilities; to develop the necessary skills to work successfully in an unfamiliar cultural and legal-political global business environment, and to explore international market opportunities in a better way.
Assist. Prof. Sümeyye Kuşakcı
The recent changes and developments in information technology and international trade over the last two decades have dramatically accelerated the pace of globalization. As a result, the world is becoming more dynamic and homogeneous. As a result, distinctions between national markets are fading, and products will disappear altogether for some. As a result, participation in global business has begun to shift from a mere 'option' to an imperative. Therefore, a change in business orientation is urgently needed on the part of businesses to remain competitive in global markets. To survive, business people need to understand international markets, develop their skill sets, and react proactively to changes.
Apart from the core business and management modules that are common to all other MBA programs, the Program modules are designed to provide participants with the background for a more in-depth examination of the realities and practice of global business and management as well as help students to analyze existing research in the discipline critically and to develop it further. Some of the modules are namely;
The MBA Program may serve particularly useful for:
| IBN HALDUN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES CURRICULUM OF MANAGEMENT THESIS MASTER PROGRAM (ENGLISH) COURSE PLAN |
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| I. Semester | |||||
| Course Code | Course Name | Hours | Credit | ECTS | |
| T | U | ||||
| MAN 501 | Research Methods and Publication Ethics | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 502 | Marketing Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 503 | Contemporary Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN… | Departmental Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| Language Courses | |||||
| Total Credit | 12 | 32 | |||
| II. Semester | |||||
| Course Code | Course Name | Hours | Credit | ECTS | |
| T | U | ||||
| MAN 500 | Seminar | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MAN 504 | Accounting and Finance for Managers | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 506 | Strategic Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN… | Departmental Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN… | Departmental Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| Language Courses | |||||
| Total Credit | 12 | 35 | |||
| III. Semester | |||||
| Course Code | Course Name | Hours | Credit | ECTS | |
| T | U | ||||
| MAN 599 | Master's Thesis | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Total Credit | 0 | 30 | |||
| IV. Semester | |||||
| Course Code | Course Name | Hours | Credit | ECTS | |
| T | U | ||||
| MAN 599 | Master's Thesis | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Total Credit | 0 | 30 | |||
| Overall Total Credit | 24 | 127 | |||
| COMPULSORY COURSES | |||||
| Course Code | Course Name | Hours | Credit | ECTS | |
| T | U | ||||
| MAN 500 | Seminar | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MAN 501 | Research Methods and Publication Ethics | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 502 | Marketing Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 503 | Contemporary Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 504 | Accounting and Finance for Managers | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 506 | Strategic Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| DEPARTMENTAL ELECTIVE COURSES | |||||
| Course Code | Course Name | Hours | Credit | ECTS | |
| T | U | ||||
| ECON 503 | Microeconomic Analysis | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| ECON 523 | Islamic Economics and Finance | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| EFIN 510 | Capital Markets and Institutions | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| EFIN 512 | Globalization and International Financial Markets | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| EFIN 513 | Derivative Markets | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| EFIN 514 | Risk Management in Financial Institutions | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| EFIN 515 | Alternative Finance Channels | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| EFIN 518 | Islamic Finance | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 510 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 511 | Managerial Economics | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 512 | Operations Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 513 | Data Analysis and Decision Making | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 514 | Human Resources Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 515 | Management Information Systems | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 516 | Global Business Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 517 | Global Marketing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 518 | Multinational Business Strategies | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 519 | Consumer Behavior | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 520 | Brand Communication and Strategic Brand Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 521 | Supply Chain and Logistics Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 522 | Business Process Analysis | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 523 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 536 | Money-Capital Markets and Institutions | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 543 | Auditing and Internal Control | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 544 | Data Analytics for Manager | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| MAN 545 | Applied Business Strategies | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
This course provides a forum for students to discuss and generate ideas on various applied social research issues. Students conduct an in-depth study of a research topic of their choice, discuss issues with experts in the field of research, work in discussion groups, debate and solve problems on selected issues. In the research seminar, the students can integrate their knowledge, skills, and practical experience gained in the program.
This course is organized around the research process, where students learn how to formulate a research question and define a research problem, decide upon a research design, assess data collection methods, represent a sampling frame, determine types of data analyses, interpret data appropriately, and prepare a research report. Further, students gain an understanding of the importance of research in the development of communication strategies. An examination of specific methods used for communication research. Each section will focus differently, including focus groups and in-depth interviewing, polling and content analysis, survey research, and online research.
The module introduces marketing as the principal mechanism for providing choice in free markets. It considers the core philosophy of marketing and lays the foundations for marketing management. It evaluates fundamental marketing precepts, the application of marketing concepts, and elements of marketing management. The module examines these elements within a variety of organizations and contexts. Doing this allows students to assimilate, synthesize and apply key marketing concepts and techniques. The module provides students with a grounding in the discipline and practice of marketing, enabling them to underpin the knowledge required for interacting with marketing in an organizational context or for further study in the marketing domain. The module will include coverage of the following issues: the role of marketing – marketing as a social and managerial system for the provision of choice, a mechanism of exchange and a means of constructing cultural meaning; marketing philosophies – the evolution of marketing as an academic discipline and its development and application within different organizational forms; the customer-marketing interface – the decision-making process; the influence of social factors, personal factors and marketing interventions on customer behavior; core notions within marketing – branding, the role of segmentation, targeting and positioning, the marketing mix and its elements.
This course aims to understand the roles, responsibilities, and skills required of individuals (managers and non-managers) in today's changing organizations by analyzing the characteristics of successful managers and organizations. This process will also develop an awareness of the environmental conditions and pressures facing today's managers and organizations. Some of the topics covered in this course include management, the environment of leadership, managing decision-making and planning, managing organizational architecture, and working with individuals and groups.
This course gives managers and executives the information they need to understand essential accounting principles, from vocabulary and financial statements to cash flow and valuation. Covering balance sheets, income statements, reporting measures, and even crucial ratios, this practical course provides a one-stop reference for all aspects of finance and accounting. It will help managers take essential steps toward making informed decisions based on the numbers they face every business day. In addition, the course aims to teach the effective and efficient use of fiscal resources in healthcare institutions. Financial planning, investment decisions, debt and credit management, and techniques of economic analysis in healthcare institutions are also included within the context of the course.
Strategic management examines how organizations (both for-profit companies and not-for-profit agencies) systematically gain sustainable competitive advantages. To be successful, the organization's strategy must permeate all departments and functional areas. As such, this course integrates knowledge and skills gained from your studies in the functional areas of business. Drawing on these tools, a general management point of view will be applied – decisions and strategies will be analyzed in light of the total enterprise. By the end of the course, students will be able to: (i) explain the elements of the strategic management process, (ii) analyze industry structure and environmental trends to assess industry potential, (iii) assess a firm's resources for their potential to generate a competitive advantage; (iv) be knowledgeable about new business models and strategies for the internet economy.
This course aims to provide students with the ability to command the basic concepts, theories, and applications of microeconomics and to apply this knowledge to practical problems. For this purpose, consumer theories, demand theory, production theory, and uncertainty will be discussed under individual decisions. Then, continuing with game theory, this course will end with an analysis of free-market structure, public goods, and economic externalities.
This course is an introduction to understanding Islamic economics and finance. The course aims to teach the main theories and practices of Islamic economics and finance using basic concepts. Starting from the origins and historical background of Islamic Economics and finance to understand the paradigm, this course then examines the Islamic rule system and financial instruments. In the central part of the course, Islamic capital markets and the banking sector are emphasized. This course also focuses on Turkey's experience and shows how Islamic economics and finance are positioned within the Turkish financial sector.
This course aims to provide the participants with a basic knowledge of capital markets and capital market institutions and the skills to research and analyze developments in this realm. In this context, subjects such as stock market business in the World and Turkey, different capital market instruments, trading and pricing in capital markets, indexation and indices analyses, and the regulation and supervision of capital markets will be covered. In addition, the roles of various global and domestic capital market institutions will be discussed.
The course aims to introduce the participants to critical issues related to the international financial markets, which have become much more integrated due to the globalization process, and to develop the skills of the participants to understand and interpret the behavior of financial institutions and the operation of global markets within the framework of modern finance theory. The content of the course includes topics such as the structure and functioning of equity, bond markets, and foreign exchange markets. It also focuses on specific issues, including raising capital in domestic and international equity and bond markets, project finance, and the microstructure of major financial markets. In addition, the course will cover the impact of globalization on markets, asset allocation, and the real economy. The theoretical framework will be supported by empirical evidence and analysis of real-world financial instruments and policy issues.
The course delivers the concepts and models underlying the analysis and pricing of financial derivatives. The study's main aim is to provide the participants with essential skills to understand the operation of derivative products and markets and to teach them how to use these products for different purposes. During the course, particular emphasis will be given to the derivative products most commonly traded in World markets. The content of the study also includes basic properties of forwards, futures, and options contracts and various product strategies that might be developed using those derivatives contracts. In addition, topics such as the Black and Scholes Model, The Binomial Model, Arbitrage and Risk-Neutral Pricing, Greeks and Hedging Schemes, American Options, Exotic Options, Structured Products, and Historical and Implied Volatility will be covered.
This course will examine how businesses assess, control, and transfer risk. The goal is to engage the participants in actively discovering risk management principles. Students will be prepared to function in a business environment, developing an awareness of the challenges, the tools, and the process of designing and implementing a risk management program. The risk management process involves the identification of risks and associated potential costs, analysis of the causes of financial loss, determination of various strategies to treat risk, selection of methods appropriate to the goals and objectives of the business, implementation of the selected systems, management, and monitoring of results.
This course covers alternative financial intermediation systems, which are defined as non-bank and other than basic capital market instruments. In this context, financing types such as microfinance, angel investments, venture capital, private equity, crowdfunding, and Islamic finance instruments like Mudharabah / Musharakah that can be used for financing entrepreneurs will be covered by referring to some fundamental practices. In addition, the private Market operating at Borsa Istanbul will also be analyzed as an alternative way of fundraising for start-ups.
In this course, the main principles and contract types of Islamic finance, which have grown remarkably in recent years, will be covered by referring to various financial sectors and institutions compared to conventional finance. The main aim of the course is to increase the participant's awareness of Islamic finance as an alternative financing model for Turkey and the world. The system will include contract types such as Musharakah, Ijarah, Musharabah, Musharakah, Salam, and Istisna, together with their usage, management, and their risks. Furthermore, Islamic capital market instruments and institutions such as Sukuk and Islamic investment funds will be explained. Finally, the challenges for the further development of Islamic finance will also be discussed.
Students acquire an awareness of entrepreneurial innovation sources, structures, and dynamics. In addition, students will develop individual and group skills for generating innovative ideas and finding ways to apply these ideas to address current issues and problems in different industries and settings. Topics include entrepreneurial thinking, innovation management, opportunity spotting and evaluation, industry and market research, business strategy, business models and business plans, financial forecasting and entrepreneurial finance, pitching to resource providers and negotiating deals, and launching new ventures.
The course emphasizes the role of economic analysis in various practical business situations. The course is designed to study how the application of microeconomic principles can improve the decision-making process of a business firm. The following subjects realize this goal; demand, production and cost, market structure, pricing decisions, risk, capital budgeting, business decisions, and government.
As a primary business function, along with marketing and finance, the operations function provides goods and services directly to the company's customers. Through models and methods, this course explores how the operations function plays a vital role in achieving a company's strategic plans and is a significant determinant of a company's financial performance. The content of the course includes forecasting, design, inventory management, facilities planning, location, and supply chain issues.
To facilitate the management decision-making process, the course covers the introduction to analytical modeling and statistical inference. A unifying element of the system is using computer software to perform various kinds of analysis. Significant topics include decision analysis, statistical inference, regression, linear programming, and simulation. The course also develops the required background material in probability.
This course covers topics such as theoretical developments in organizational learning and human resource development; identifying, analyzing, and developing adequate human resources; designing training programs for human resource development in various settings; developing policies and procedures for training from an organizational perspective; methods for conducting a needs assessment, defining training objectives, determining and organizing content, formulating instructional and evaluation strategies.
Fundamentals underlying the design, implementation, control, evaluation, and strategic use of modern, computer-based information systems for business data processing, office automation, information reporting, and decision making. EDI, Supply Chain Management, Global Information Systems, Decision Support, Geographic Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Expert Systems, Risks, Controls, and Security Measures.
Globalization and the new economy have created exciting opportunities for managers to leverage resources worldwide. However, these phenomena require managers to deal with enormous complexity in the competitive environment, their strategy, and their organizations. This course will focus on the strategic and organizational issues in managing activities across borders. Some of the topics covered in this module include the Historical evolution of international business, the environment of international trade, political risk analysis, new forms of foreign involvement, global strategic alliances, multinational enterprises, and corporate planning.
This course is designed to give students a fundamental understanding of marketing in a multicultural, multinational environment. Some major topics include global economic, social, cultural, and political backgrounds, market entry strategies, and marketing mix. Emphasis is on the strategic implications of competition in different country markets. In addition, the course provides an approach and framework for identifying and analyzing the critical cultural and environmental uniqueness of any nation or global region.
This module considers the impact of internationalization on industry structure and competition within national markets and the influence of national factors on a firm's potential for competitive advantage in international markets. The module is designed to study the extent and pattern of foreign activities by multinational enterprises (MNEs), the determinants of MNE activity on technology, employment, the balance of payments, and the market structure. Through lectures, seminars, workshops, and case studies, it investigates alternative international strategies and the designs and control systems of MNEs. Particular emphasis is also placed on Western MNEs' direct investment activity in Turkey.
The need for marketers to understand why consumers act as they do in the marketplace is the crux of this course. Students are equipped with theoretical and conceptual knowledge of consumer behavior, drawing heavily on psychological and sociological viewpoints. This includes the psychology of individual decision-making and choice, patterns of behavior exhibited by aggregate groups of consumers, and also the sociological and cultural influences on consumer attitudes and behavior. The course prepares students to make informed decisions about managing and responding to consumers' needs and wants. The method comprises subjects such as consumer-oriented culture in marketing, the importance of consumer behavior in marketing, developing consumer satisfaction and loyalty, consumption concept, consumer purchase behavior, and decision patterns.
This course stresses the importance of the role of the brand in integrated marketing communication strategies. Students will learn why brands are important, what they represent to consumers, and what organizations should do to manage them properly. In addition, students will learn how brand equity can be created, how to measure brand equity, and how to use brand equity to expand global business opportunities. Students will learn through exams, brand simulation, readings, and class discussions.
Logistics Management is an exciting course that promises to invigorate supply chain management courses by examining traditional logistics issues within the supply chain context. This course provides a solid foundation that clearly describes the role of logistics within the supply chain, portraying a complete view of the subject and going further to show how all the pieces fit together.
This course is designed to familiarize the students with business process analysis fundamentals. Business processes are everywhere in enterprises and cross many functional departments. Although the concept of business processes is deceptively simple, the complexity lies in the details and myriad of different ways companies structure these processes. After looking at the business process analysis concepts initially, the primary emphasis of the course will be on how the underlying information technology supports the management of business process innovation.
This course approaches understanding the behavior of human beings in an organization. It starts with the individual level, including personality, emotions, perception, and decision-making. The next level deals with groups and teams involving communication, power and politics, group behavior, and decision-making. The last level of organizational behavior discusses organizational culture, leadership, conflicts and negotiation, and change.
This course aims to provide the participants with basic knowledge about capital markets and capital market institutions and their operations, together with the skills to conduct research on and analyze the developments in this realm. In this context, subjects such as stock market business in the World and Turkey, different capital market instruments, trading and pricing in capital markets, indexation and indices analyses, and the regulation and supervision of capital markets will be covered. In addition, the roles of various global and domestic capital market institutions and the role of capital markets in the national economy will be discussed.
The management process consists of five essential functions: Planning, Organization, execution, Coordination, and Audit & Control. In this course, "Audit and Internal Control," one of the primary management functions, will be discussed. This course is designed to provide an overview of the fundamentals of audit and internal control, one of the critical components and safety valves of corporate governance, good governance, and enterprise risk management processes. In the course scope, the fundamentals end essential topics related to audit and internal control in the course plan below will be discussed comparatively from time to time with the accounting and internal audit processes. They will be examined in a theoretical/practical and interactive manner in the light of enterprise risk management, top corporate company perspective, and the latest approaches in the world. In addition to the critical issues related to internal control, the newest version of the COSO integrated internal control approach, which is the gold standard for most institutional enterprises, will be examined. Furthermore, in addition to the essential topics covered in the course, students will be aware of the following multiple benefits and added values that the audit and internal control function provide to businesses from a corporate governance perspective: (Enabling Corporate Governance and Corporate Risk Management, Reducing Risks, Compliance with Laws and Regulations, Reliable / Accurate Financial Reporting, Efficient and Effective Conduct of Activities, Achieving Business Goals and Objectives, Ensuring Business Continuity / Sustainability and Accountability, Ensuring Process Control / Efficiency, Improving Internal / External Communication, Development, and Growth of business, Increasing Institutionalization Level, Increasing Company Image and Competitiveness, etc.)
In this course, internal and external environmental analysis of enterprises within the scope of competition theory, Competitive issues such as strategic planning and implementation, and strategic control will be examined in practice.
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