BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - THESIS | Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University

About the Program

-It consists of seven courses (3 hours per week), graduate seminar, and thesis study (120 ECTS total). The normal duration of this program is 4 semesters; the maximum duration is 6 semesters.

- Students, who completed course phase, submit a thesis proposal with the thesis form to the Institute, before starting their theses. After their proposals approved by the Institute, they can start their theses.

- Students enrolled in thesis master programs in the Institute of Social Sciences must fulfill the following conditions before their graduation.

The student who is enrolled in a graduate program must fulfill at least one of the following conditions in order to graduate.

Two papers presented at national or international scientific meetings,
An article published in a peer-reviewed/ indexed journal, accepted for publication, or received a DOI number,
Two papers presented at Social / Science symposiums organized by IZU.

Program Objectives & Goals

Objectives

To educate and raise graduates who can add more to their knowledge and skills that they acquired in the field of management with a lifelong learning attitude by following the improvements and changes around them
To develop skills that are directed towards producing scientific studies in the field of business administration, sharing what are produced, fulfilling the societal and professional responsibilities, developing and applying projects.
To raise individuals who has information and skills that may can contribute scientific development and competent in research, problem solution and analyzing
Raise leaders with advanced leadership skills, who can lead the employees in their teams effectively, can be a team player and can manage inter personal relationships and conflicts
Raising individuals who can have a critical approach to contemporary problems, whose analytical skills are developed, and who are solution oriented with the knowledge and the skills that they acquire in the business and management field
To educate and develop graduates who are competent with theoretical and practical knowledge to a level that they can perform their professions in the field of management and business administration

Program Learning Outcomes

KNOWLEDGE

Being able to master and enhance the theoretical and practical knowledge, that are supported by contemporary sources of information on the functions of business such as human resources, production, management, marketing, accounting and finance and comprehending the associations between these fields in a multidisciplinary approach

COMPETENCE

Being able to synthesize, interpret, generalize and use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and skills on all the fields of business in a way that they can analyze and implement effective solutions for the contemporary problems of business world
To fallow the developments, technology and contemporary information that may be necessary for providing solutions to problems modern organizations face and satisfy rapidly changing work demands, evaluate and continuously update present knowledge
Being able to express and represent the studies that are conducted in the field of business and administration in written, verbal and visual forms effectively and being able to successfully manage the social relationships and interpersonal dynamics in the organization
Being able to use the knowledge acquired in the field of business effectively for the solution of problems that necessitate interdisciplinary competence and for developing strategies, policies and practices in light of the social, cultural, scientific and ethical values

SKILL

As an individual and team member, being able to take responsibility in every level proactively, developing leadership skills that can provide effective solutions for strategic issues through mastering the big picture

Being able to master and enhance the theoretical and practical knowledge, that are supported by contemporary sources of information on the functions of business such as human resources, production, management, marketing, accounting and finance and comprehending the associations between these fields in a multidisciplinary approach
Being able to synthesize, interpret, generalize and use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and skills on all the fields of business in a way that they can analyze and implement effective solutions for the contemporary problems of business world
As an individual and team member, being able to take responsibility in every level proactively, developing leadership skills that can provide effective solutions for strategic issues through mastering the big picture
To fallow the developments, technology and contemporary information that may be necessary for providing solutions to problems modern organizations face and satisfy rapidly changing work demands, evaluate and continuously update present knowledge
Being able to express and represent the studies that are conducted in the field of business and administration in written, verbal and visual forms effectively and being able to successfully manage the social relationships and interpersonal dynamics in the organization
Being able to use the knowledge acquired in the field of business effectively for the solution of problems that necessitate interdisciplinary competence and for developing strategies, policies and practices in light of the social, cultural, scientific and ethical values

Relationship Between Programme Learning Outcomes and Objectives

KNOWLEDGE		OBJECTIVE						T	%
Theoretical / Conceptual		O1	O2	O3	O4	O5	O6
1	Being able to master and enhance the theoretical and practical knowledge, that are supported by contemporary sources of information on the functions of business such as human resources, production, management, marketing, accounting and finance and comprehending the associations between these fields in a multidisciplinary approach	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	4 H ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	29	%96,67
COMPETENCE		OBJECTIVE						T	%
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility		O1	O2	O3	O4	O5	O6
1	Being able to synthesize, interpret, generalize and use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and skills on all the fields of business in a way that they can analyze and implement effective solutions for the contemporary problems of business world	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	30	%100,00
Learning Competence		O1	O2	O3	O4	O5	O6
1	To fallow the developments, technology and contemporary information that may be necessary for providing solutions to problems modern organizations face and satisfy rapidly changing work demands, evaluate and continuously update present knowledge	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	24	%80,00
Communication and Social Competence		O1	O2	O3	O4	O5	O6
1	Being able to express and represent the studies that are conducted in the field of business and administration in written, verbal and visual forms effectively and being able to successfully manage the social relationships and interpersonal dynamics in the organization	5 VH ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	27	%90,00
Field Specific Competence		O1	O2	O3	O4	O5	O6
1	Being able to use the knowledge acquired in the field of business effectively for the solution of problems that necessitate interdisciplinary competence and for developing strategies, policies and practices in light of the social, cultural, scientific and ethical values	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	5 VH ✔	30	%100,00
SKILL		OBJECTIVE						T	%
Cognitive / Pratical		O1	O2	O3	O4	O5	O6
1	As an individual and team member, being able to take responsibility in every level proactively, developing leadership skills that can provide effective solutions for strategic issues through mastering the big picture	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	4 H ✔	5 VH ✔	25	%83,33
NUMBER OF PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES (6)		6	6	6	6	6	6	-	-
WEIGHT		28	27	27	26	28	29	-	-
PERCENTAGE		%93,33	%90,00	%90,00	%86,67	%93,33	%96,67	-	-
CONTRIBUTION LEVEL - HIGH [4] (H)		2	3	3	4	2	1
CONTRIBUTION LEVEL - VERY HIGH [5] (VH)		4	3	3	2	4	5

* T: Total, %: Percentage

O1 — To educate and raise graduates who can add more to their knowledge and skills that they acquired in the field of management with a lifelong learning attitude by following the improvements and changes around them

O2 — To develop skills that are directed towards producing scientific studies in the field of business administration, sharing what are produced, fulfilling the societal and professional responsibilities, developing and applying projects.

O3 — To raise individuals who has information and skills that may can contribute scientific development and competent in research, problem solution and analyzing

O4 — Raise leaders with advanced leadership skills, who can lead the employees in their teams effectively, can be a team player and can manage inter personal relationships and conflicts

O5 — Raising individuals who can have a critical approach to contemporary problems, whose analytical skills are developed, and who are solution oriented with the knowledge and the skills that they acquire in the business and management field

O6 — To educate and develop graduates who are competent with theoretical and practical knowledge to a level that they can perform their professions in the field of management and business administration

Contribution Level: 4 = High 5 = Very High

Contribution Level: H = High VH = Very High

Contribution Level: ✔ = Has contribution

Teaching Methods

The most frequently used Instructional Methods of the MBA (Thesis) program of Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University are given below.

Expression
Question-Answer
Discussion
Exercise and Practice
Presentation
Guided Practice
Role Playing

Assessment Methods

The most frequently used Evaluation Methods of the educational programs of Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University are given below.

Testing (Essay / Tests: True-Falls, multiple-choice, short answer, matching)
Oral Exam
Homework
Project / Design
Portfolio
Performance Assignment ( Lab / Workshop / Field Work / Seminar / Presentation / Thesis)

Degree and Level Awarded

Students who successfully completed this study programme is awarded the qualification of Master Degree in Business Administration (Thesis)

Admission Requirements

-To have bachelor's degree,

-Get at least 55 points from ALES (SÖZ-EA-SAY point type),

-The courses of this program are given at Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University Halkalı campus. In case of sufficient number of applications, courses can also be given at Altunizade campus.

Graduation Requirements

The degree is awarded to students who successfully completes a minimum of 60 ECTS from the course units of the programme, defends his / her thesis and have at least 2.50 GPA

- It consists of seven courses of twenty one hour, seminar and thesis work. (Total 120 ECTS and an average of 2.50 and above) The normal duration of completing this program is 4 semesters and the maximum duration is 6 semesters.

Students who complete the course phase submit a thesis proposal to the Institute before starting their thesis. After their thesis proposals are accepted by the Institute, they are entitled to start their thesis.

In order to graduate, students enrolled in the graduate programs must meet at least one of the following conditions before the thesis defense exam.

A paper presented at national or international scientific meetings,
An article published in a refereed / indexed journal, accepted for publication or with a DOI number,
A paper presented at the symposiums organized by IZU in the Social / Science fields.

The publication should be about the thesis subject of the student or a subject related to the department.
In publications, the approval of the thesis advisor must be obtained.
Publications must have the name of Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University.

Recognition of Prior Learning

A student who has completed at least one semester in a graduate program at the university or another higher education institution can be admitted to the University's graduate programs through undergraduate transfer within the framework of the relevant legislation and the principles determined by the institute board of directors.

The principles regarding the transfer between thesis and non-thesis graduate programs are determined by the institute board of directors.

Employment Opportunities

There are lots of job opportunities for the graduates of the Department of Management master programme both in public and private sectors. The graduates can set up and operate their own business or can work as top executives in different businesses or work as managers in different departments (production, operating, marketing, sales, purchasing, advertising, finance, human resources, public relations and research and development) of companies or work as specialists such as training specialists and managers, financial analysts, financial advisors, accountants, auditors, financial advisors in companies, banks, and other organizations.

Access to Further Studies

The students graduating from this program may apply to PhD programme.

Course Plan Year

Study Plan

1th Semester

Number of Compulsory Courses: 4 Number of Elective Courses: 0

Code	Course Name	Type	Language of Instruction	T	H	ECTS	Cr.
ISL 505	Business Administration	Compulsory	Turkish	3	3	7.5	3
ISL 597	Scientific Research Methods	Compulsory	Turkish	3	3	7.5	3
BLS 001	Departmental Elective Course	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	3	7.5	3
BLS 002	Departmental Elective Course	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	3	7.5	3
Total:				12	12	30,0	12,0

1th Semester Elective Courses

Code	Course Name	Type	Language of Instruction	T	P	H	ECTS	Cr.
ISL 509	Marketing Management	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 513	E-Commerce	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	3	6	7.5	4.5
ISL 517	Brand Management	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 519	Entrepreneurship	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 527	Business Management and Leadership	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 529	Knowledge Economy and Management	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 533	Supply Chain Management	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 535	Financial Markets and Institutions	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 537	Production management	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 539	Financial Management	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
UKB 505	International Finance	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
Total:				33	3	36	82,5	34,5

2nd Semester

Number of Compulsory Courses: 3 Number of Elective Courses: 0

Code	Course Name	Type	Language of Instruction	T	H	ECTS	Cr.
ISL 508	Strategic Management	Compulsory	Turkish	3	3	7.5	3
BLS 001	Departmental Elective Course	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	3	7.5	3
BLS 002	Departmental Elective Course	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	3	7.5	3
Total:				9	9	22,5	9,0

2nd Semester Elective Courses

Code	Course Name	Type	Language of Instruction	T	P	H	ECTS	Cr.
ISL 504	Project Management	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 514	Corporate Finance	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	3	6	7.5	4.5
ISL 516	Organizational Behavior	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 518	Financial Statement Analysis	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 519	Entrepreneurship	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 528	Business Simulation	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
ISL 532	International Finance	Departmental Elective	Turkish	3	0	3	7.5	3
Total:				21	3	24	52,5	22,5

3rd Semester

Number of Compulsory Courses: 1 Number of Elective Courses: 0

Code	Course Name	Type	Language of Instruction	T	P	L	H	ECTS	Cr.
ISL 500	Master's Thesis	Thesis	Turkish	0	0	0	0	60	0
Total:				0	0	0	0	60,0	0,0

4th Semester

Number of Compulsory Courses: 1 Number of Elective Courses: 0

Code	Course Name	Type	Language of Instruction	T	P	L	H	ECTS	Cr.
ISL 500	Master's Thesis	Thesis	Turkish	0	0	0	0	60	0
Total:				0	0	0	0	60,0	0,0

Course Load Summary

Course Load Summary	T	H	ECTS	Cr.
Grand Total (Number of Courses: 9)	21	21	172,5	21,0
Compulsory Course Total (Number of Courses: 3)	9	9	22,5	9,0
Elective Course Total (Number of Courses: 4)	12	12	30,0	12,0

Course Type	Number of Courses	Ratio (%)
Zorunlu Ders	3	33,33
Seçmeli Ders	4	44,44
Bölüm Dışı Seçmeli Ders	1	11,11

T: Theory, P: Practice, L: Laboratory, WCH: Weekly Course Hours, ECTS: European Credit Transfer System, Cr.: Credit

Core Area Distribution

Core Area	Total ECTS	Ratio (%)
Business and Administration	77.3	49%
Humanities	27.8	17.6%
Business and Administration	14.3	9.1%
Mathematics and Statistics	14.3	9.1%
Social and Behavioural Science	6.8	4.3%
Manufacturing and Processing	6	3.8%
Humanities	3	1.9%
Social and Behavioural Science	3	1.9%
Computing	3	1.9%
Mathematics and Statistics	2.3	1.5%

Course Category List

Compulsory Courses

Course	ECTS	Ratio (%)
ISL 505 - Business Administration	7.5
22 - Humanities		%40
34 - Business and Administration		%60
ISL 508 - Strategic Management	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100
ISL 597 - Scientific Research Methods	7.5
31 - Social and Behavioural Science		%40
34 - Business and Administration		%30
46 - Mathematics and Statistics		%30

Elective Courses

Course	ECTS	Ratio (%)
ISL 504 - Project Management	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%30
48 - Computing		%20
54 - Manufacturing and Processing		%50
ISL 509 - Marketing Management	7.5
22 - Humanities		%90
31 - Social and Behavioural Science		%10
ISL 513 - E-Commerce	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100
ISL 514 - Corporate Finance	7.5
22 - Humanities		%40
46 - Mathematics and Statistics		%60
ISL 516 - Organizational Behavior	7.5
31 - Social and Behavioural Science		%30
34 - Business and Administration		%70
ISL 517 - Brand Management	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100
ISL 518 - Financial Statement Analysis	7.5
22 - Humanities		%40
46 - Mathematics and Statistics		%60
ISL 519 - Entrepreneurship	7.5
22 - Humanities		%100
ISL 527 - Business Management and Leadership	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100
ISL 528 - Business Simulation	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%50
48 - Computing		%20
54 - Manufacturing and Processing		%30
ISL 529 - Knowledge Economy and Management	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100
ISL 532 - International Finance	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100
ISL 533 - Supply Chain Management	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100
ISL 535 - Financial Markets and Institutions	7.5
31 - Social and Behavioural Science		%50
34 - Business and Administration		%50
ISL 537 - Production management	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%70
46 - Mathematics and Statistics		%30
ISL 539 - Financial Management	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%60
46 - Mathematics and Statistics		%40
UKB 505 - International Finance	7.5
34 - Business and Administration		%100