Faculty of Economic, Administrative and Social Sciences
International Trade and Logistics
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
The International Trade and logistics department was established in 2012 and continues its activities within Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences. The department admitted its first students in the 2012-2013 academic year and graduated its first students in 2016-2017.
Qualification Awarded
Degree: International Trade and Logistics Diploma
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
First Cycle (EQF-LLL 6th Level)
Specific Admission Requirements
Turkish Citizens: Students are accepted to the program through central placement according to their TYT score type. Students placed in the program by ÖSYM must pay their financial obligations on the announced registration dates. They must complete and register definitively. Foreign Nationals: Foreign students are accepted in accordance with the criteria determined by the University Senate. Please review the relevant web page. Horizontal Transfer: A student who has started his or her education in an equivalent program at home or abroad can apply for horizontal transfer. Acceptance of the student is made before the beginning of the semester, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree to which he/she has applied. are examined and evaluated specifically. Please review the relevant legislation. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education Horizontal Transfer Directive Transfer Between Associate and Undergraduate Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor Regulation on the Principles of Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer Exchange Students: Student exchange programs approved by the university and the framework of which is determined by an agreement Students from home and abroad can take the courses offered in the program.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Students' previous education and achievements can be recognized in accordance with the "Istanbul Nişantaşı University Recognition of Previously Acquired Qualifications, Course Equivalence and Adaptation Principles Directive" and exemption from the necessary courses can be provided accordingly. Link to access the instructions:
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Qualification Requirements and Rules are as described in the "Graduation Requirements" section.
Profile of The Programme
Vision: To be a pioneer and excellence-centered in digital technology in international trade and logistics education. Mission: Istanbul Nişantaşı University Department of International Trade and Logistics trains human resources that are internationally competitive and reference ethical values by providing its students with the skills to understand, analyze and manage the dynamics of global trade and logistics. Istanbul Nişantaşı University Department of International Trade and Logistics provides undergraduate education and training in the fields of logistics, transportation and business management related to total quality, safety and environmental management, focusing on the interests of the foreign trade and logistics sector in Turkey. It considers its main goal to raise students as researchers, inquisitive, self-confident, self-disciplined individuals who have leadership qualities and social responsibility awareness, who are lifelong learners, who think and apply analytically, and who are prone to team work. Purpose/Objectives: The Department of International Trade and Logistics has developed the knowledge and skills of basic applications based on a strong theoretical background of international trade and supported by close connections with the business world, able to work in teams with staff from other disciplines, constantly improving itself with the philosophy of continuous education, national and international developments related to the profession and It aims to train individuals who follow new technologies and can use them in the best way, prone to teamwork, researcher and can manage the current situation by reading the future.Program Educational Objectives: 1. To provide theoretical and factual knowledge in the field of Global Trade and Logistics: To ensure that students understand the basic principles and processes of global trade and logistics. 2. To enable students to discover the dynamics of international trade and to gain the necessary cognitive knowledge and application skills to be successful in global markets. 3. To take ethical values as a priority in order to gain the competence to work independently and take responsibility in the field. Then, aiming to raise well-equipped, professional individuals who are socially responsible. 4. To provide experimental richness and application skills in order to harmonize Analytical Thinking and Leadership Skills with the field. 5. To provide communication skills specific to and related to the field, to strengthen the self-confidence gained from experiences, and to teach how to draw conclusions from experiences gained with the support of technology and innovation. 6. To develop students' analytical thinking capacities and to strengthen their ability to create team spirit in problem solving in a field-specific manner. General Information: The program, "Turkey Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ)" based on what classification and training area codes are given below: • Turkey's Higher Education Qualifications Framework Basic Area Code: 84- Transport Services • Turkey's Higher Education Qualifications Framework Program Name: 34- International Trade and Logistics • Turkey's Higher Education Qualifications Framework of Qualifications Type (profile): Information weighted degree program
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Students who have completed the program, as well as public institutions such as the Ministry of Customs and Trade, the Ministry of the European Union, the Ministry of Economy, the Central Bank and Eximbank, as well as the international marketing and trade departments of the enterprises, businesses that provide international transportation and logistics services, international fair and exhibition organizer enterprises, staff and management, trade They have the opportunity to work as an entrepreneur in the sector, as well as expertise in financial institutions in the field of finance, research and management in European Union institutions. Students who successfully complete the program can apply for master's and doctoral degrees in international trade or other disciplines that accept students from this field.
Access to Further Studies
Students who successfully complete the undergraduate program can start the master's program if they meet the necessary conditions.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION In order for students who registered for the relevant course at the beginning of the semester to take the final exam, theoretical courses must be completed. They must have attended at least 70% of the applied courses and at least 80% of the applied courses. Students, each They are subject to midterm and final exams for the course. The success grade is included in the midterm exam (as the midterm exam grade). homework, laboratory exam, quiz, etc. Scores obtained from measurement tools such as The contribution of the final exam is 40% and the contribution of the final exam is 60%. For the measurement and evaluation criteria of each course, you can click on the course name in the Curriculum (below). You can review the relevant regulations and guidelines. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations Exam and Success Evaluation System Directive Nişantaşı University Foreign Languages Department Education and Examination Directive Nişantaşı University Turkish Language Teaching Application and Research Center (Nişantaşı Tömer) Education and Examination Directive
Graduation Requirements
GRADUATION CONDITIONS In order for students to be eligible for graduation, they must complete the courses in the curriculum (at least 240 ECTS in total). equivalent) must be successfully completed and the overall weighted grade point average at graduation It must be at least 2.00 out of 4.00. The student's internship or graduation project is also included for graduation. must be completed successfully. Please review the relevant regulations and guidelines. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations Nişantaşı University 8th Semester On-the-Job Professional Practices (IMU) Directive Directive on the Issuance of Nişantaşı University Diploma, Diploma Supplement and Other Documents
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Head of International Trade and Logistics Department Assist. Dr. Ayben CEYHAN GÜNAY ayben.ceyhan@nisantasi.edu.tr Phone Number: +90 (212) 2101010 Adress: Neotech Kampüs, Maslak Mah., Taşyoncası Sok. No: 1V ve No: 1Y, 34398 Sarıyer/İstanbul
Facilities
Students who have completed the program, as well as public institutions such as the Ministry of Customs and Trade, the Ministry of the European Union, the Ministry of Economy, the Central Bank and Eximbank, as well as the international marketing and trade departments of businesses, businesses that provide international transport and logistics services, international fair and exhibition organizer businesses, staff and management, trade They have the opportunity to work as an entrepreneur in the sector, as well as expertise in financial institutions in the field of finance, research and management in European Union institutions. Students who successfully complete the program can apply for master's and doctoral degrees in international trade or other disciplines that accept students from this field.
Programme outcomes
- Have the ability to understand and use the theoretical infrastructure of international trade and operational knowledge such as import, export, foreign exchange, customs and logistics, and absorb business culture and marketing interaction in globalizing capital, labor and commodity trade.
- Has a good command of the main legal rules and regulations that constitute the legal framework of international trade; can analyze laws, regulations and communiqués regarding customs legislation.
- Relate international distribution, logistics planning and management and supply chain activities with cases from an international perspective.
- He / she has the ability to define issues, collect data, evaluate, analyze, interpret and develop solutions by using the knowledge, skills and competencies acquired in the field
- Has the ability to follow and interpret national and international current developments in international trade and logistics.
- Conducts research and studies on all components of international trade in accordance with scientific ethics and methods.
- Although he has leadership qualities, he has the ability to be close to teamwork and to establish horizontal and vertical communication based on professional sharing and interaction with experts in other fields.
- Adopts and applies the awareness of lifelong learning.
- Uses up-to-date and common computer software, information and communication technologies used in the fields of logistics management and supply chain, as well as using computers.
- He / she conveys his / her thoughts and suggestions in Turkish and at least in a foreign language at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level to those concerned, in written and oral form, and communicates effectively with stakeholders in the business life.
- Can effectively use software related to international trade, online information sources, databases and communication channels
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
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Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources
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SKILLS
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Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field
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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 outcomes1 · 2 · 5 · 7 · 10
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
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Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 - 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 outcomes1 · 3 · 8 · 10 · 11 - 3
Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 9 · 10
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
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Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 10 - 2
Determine learning needs and direct the learning
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Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning
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COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
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Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 9 - 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 outcomes1 · 4 · 6 · 9 · 10 · 11 - 3
Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 8 · 10 - 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 outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 · 8 · 10 · 11 - 5
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge
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COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
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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 outcomes1 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 8 - 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
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