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# International Trade in Turkey

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## International Trade at a glance

International Trade is a field on international trade and foreign economic relations. In Turkey this field is taught in modern English- and Turkish-language programs with a strong share of projects and internships. The standard bachelor's timeline is 4 years.

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## What you study

The curriculum builds up from fundamentals to specialisation and practice.

- Fundamentals of economics
- Introduction to management
- Business mathematics
- Accounting
- Business English

- International trade
- Marketing
- Logistics
- Customs
- Foreign-trade activity

- Trade law
- Supply-chain management
- International finance
- Negotiation and contracts
- Internship

- strategic and analytical cases in the chosen area: market, finance, operations, team or promotion;
- a final project or internship that gives evidence of skills for a first job or a master’s application.

## Careers after International Trade

International-trade specialist Export/import manager Foreign-trade specialist Trade, logistics and manufacturing companies

- International-trade specialist
- Export/import manager
- Foreign-trade specialist
- Trade, logistics and manufacturing companies

### What specialists earn in Turkey and abroad

The Turkish market. Istanbul is the region's business capital: FMCG, retail, logistics, consulting and the headquarters of international companies recruit business graduates. Those who combine English, Turkish and digital skills grow fastest. Income benchmarks shift quickly: pay ranges are revised annually along with minimum-wage indexation, so always check the current year.

What raises income: internships from the first years, Excel and BI tools, a third language. Current ranges for your city and employer type are something we share in a free consultation.

## How to tell it fits you

### A strong fit if you…

- You are interested in International Trade and related subjects.
- You are ready to combine theory with practice - projects and internships.
- You want a degree valued internationally and the experience of study abroad.

### Look closer if…

- You're still choosing a direction - start with a quick consultation.
- Studying solely in your native language matters to you - calculate it with the university.

## Additional guide to programme language

For international trade, it helps to check programme language early: Bahcesehir lists International Trade and Business in English, while Topkapi lists bachelor's options in English and Turkish.

Examples to check with StudyU: [Bahcesehir University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-bahcesehir): International Trade and Business (Bachelor, English); [Topkapi University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-topkapi): International Trade and Business (Bachelor, English); [Topkapi University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-topkapi): International Trade and Business (Bachelor, Turkish).

## Universities offering International Trade

Compare universities - tuition, language and degree side by side.

| University | Degree | Language | Tuition |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Okan University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-okan) | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 500/yr |
| [Okan University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-okan) | Bachelor | English | $5 000/yr |
| [Okan University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-okan) | Master | Turkish | $3 500/yr |
| [Gedik University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-gedik) | Master | Turkish | $5 000/yr |
| [Okan University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-okan) | Master | English | $5 000/yr |
| [Gedik University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-gedik) | PhD | Turkish | $12 000/yr |
| [Bilgi University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-bilgi) | Associate | Turkish | $3 000/yr |
| [Nisantasi University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-nisantasi) | Associate | Turkish | $4 676/yr |
| [Istinye University](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-istinye) | Associate | Turkish | $5 000/yr |

## How to apply for International Trade in Turkey

Admission to International Trade programs at private Turkish universities runs on your school record: an 11-year certificate is accepted directly, and most universities skip entrance exams. You'll need a language certificate - TOEFL for English-taught tracks or TÖMER for Turkish-taught ones - plus the denklik equivalence procedure, which we handle alongside your application. State universities may ask for the YÖS or SAT.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I study International Trade in Turkey right after school?

Yes - an 11-year school certificate is accepted directly, and most private universities admit to International Trade without entrance exams. State universities sometimes request YÖS or SAT.

### What language is International Trade taught in?

Most partner universities offer International Trade in English (TOEFL required); Turkish-taught tracks accept TÖMER. If your language level falls short, universities provide a preparatory year.

Programs are available in english / turkish. Each university sets the language - we'll help you find the right option.

### How long does the program take?

The standard bachelor's timeline is 4 years. Medicine and a few engineering programs are longer; we'll specify for your program.

### Will StudyU help with admission?

Yes - we're with you the whole way: university and program choice, documents, visa, housing. The first consultation is free.

### How much do International Trade graduates earn in Turkey?

Pay is shaped by city, employer segment and languages: Istanbul and Ankara rank highest, and international companies out-pay local business. In business, the range depends heavily on the industry: consulting and finance pay above average. We will share current ranges during a consultation.

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## Adjacent majors

- [Business Administration](https://www.studyu.org/en/program-business-administration)

- [Marketing](https://www.studyu.org/en/program-marketing)

- [Banking and Finance](https://www.studyu.org/en/program-banking-and-finance)

- [Banking and Insurance](https://www.studyu.org/en/program-banking-and-insurance)

- [Economics](https://www.studyu.org/en/program-economics)

- [Economics and Finance](https://www.studyu.org/en/program-economics-and-finance)