Faculty of Economic, Administrative and Social Sciences
Banking and Finance
Applications open
Tuition and study format
Academic year: 2026/27
Intakes and application dates
- 2026/2027 Ön BaşvuruApplications openJanuary 1, 2026 — August 31, 2027
Programme information package
The programme's definition and learning outcomes, as the university publishes them in its official information package.
Programme definition
History
Department of Finance and Banking is a 4-year bachelor's degree programme. The programme provides courses in management, banking and finance and lets students to develop adequate occupational qualification and management skills. Students have the opportunity to select various elective courses within their interest to widen their scope of vision. Graduates of the programme work at various Private and Public Banks and Finance Institutions, Treasury, Central Bank.
Qualification Awarded
Banking and Finance
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
First Cycle
Specific Admission Requirements
The student who wants to enroll in the department must have completed the processes / passed the exams determined by the ÖSYM within the framework of the academic and legal legislation of the university. A student who has started his / her education in a domestic or foreign equivalent program can apply for undergraduate transfer. The admission of students is examined before the semester starts, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree to which they apply, and are evaluated specifically. More detailed information about admission to the university is available in the Institution Introduction Catalog. Students coming from abroad within the scope of student exchange programs approved by the university and whose limits are determined with an agreement can take the courses offered in the department.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Students studying at Nişantaşı University may be exempted from some courses within the framework of certain regulations. If the content of a course taken at another institution is appropriate to the content of the course given at Nişantaşı University and is approved by the relevant Faculty, the student may be exempted from this course.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
A student is required to successfully complete the designated program of courses meet a minimum of 240 ECTS credit requirement and have a minimum CGPA of 2.00/4.00
Profile of The Programme
In today's conditions, both professional and daily life, the fields of activity of banks and financial institutions are constantly increasing. In line with this need, the Finance and Banking Department aims to train individuals specialized in the finance sector.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Graduates can work with the following titles in public and private institutions operating in all finance fields, especially in the banking sector, financial institutions such as leasing, factoring, and financial units of enterprises: Bank Assistant Specialist Financial Analysis Assistant Specialist Portfolio Management Assistant Specialist Financial Management Assistant Specialist Private Pension Specialist Leasing Assistant Specialist Factoring Company Assistant Specialist Academician
Access to Further Studies
Successfully completing this program can apply to Master's programs.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Measurement and evaluation criteria of each course are arranged separately according to ECTS principles. This section is explained in the course introduction and application form of the relevant course. Please see the related course in the Lesson Plan section for detailed information.
Graduation Requirements
They must provide 240 ECTS credits and have a GPA of at least 2.00 out of 4.00.
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Asst. Prof. Parla Onuk parla.onuk@nisantasi.edu.tr Maslak Mah., Taşyoncası Sok. No: 1V ve No: 1Y, 34398 Sarıyer/İstanbul
Facilities
Library, finance lab, computer labs, fully equipped classrooms
Programme outcomes
- Having general knowledge about basic functions and current applications of the bank as institutions, basic concepts about banks and financial system.
- Having ability to apply theorical knowledge to practice taught in courses.
- Having ability to work independently in the field of finance and banking,and to work efficiently as a team member.
- Following national and international developments in the financial system, and having ability to adapt new learning and application areas.
- Having ability to collect data about finance and banking system, to analyze them, and develop resolutions and political arguments.
- Adopting the life long learning principle and implementing it within the profession.
- To be able to use a foreign language required by the profession at the General Level of European Language Portfolio B1 (B2 for English Programs) to follow the information in the field and to communicate with colleagues.
- Having high level competence about computer and knowledge technological information, required by the profession
- To know and apply social, scientific, cultural and professional ethical principles.
- To know the importance of improving life sustainably and for humanity to live in peace and prosperity.
Programme outcomes and the Turkish Qualifications Framework
Each line is an item of the Turkish Qualifications Framework; the numbers beside it are the programme outcomes that meet it.
KNOWLEDGE
- 1
Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources
Programme outcomes1
SKILLS
- 1
Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field
Programme outcomes2 - 2
Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field
Programme outcomes5
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently
Programme outcomes2 - 2
Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field
Programme outcomes3 - 3
Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project
Programme outcomes6
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
- 1
Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach
Programme outcomes4 - 2
Determine learning needs and direct the learning
Programme outcomes1 - 3
Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning
Programme outcomes3
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
- 1
Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field
Programme outcomes6 - 2
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data
Programme outcomes7 - 3
Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility
Programme outcomes10 - 4
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level
Programme outcomes7 - 5
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge
Programme outcomes8
COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
- 1
Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field
Programme outcomes9 - 2
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security
Programme outcomes10