What this degree covers
International Trade and Finance is a field on international trade, finance and currency operations. Universities across Turkey run up-to-date programs in this field in English and Turkish, built around practice, projects and internships. A bachelor's degree usually takes 4 years.
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Key subjects you take
The program moves from foundational courses to specialized subjects and practice.
- Fundamentals of economics
- Introduction to management
- Business mathematics
- Accounting
- Business English
- International trade
- International finance
- Currency operations
- Customs
- Foreign-trade activity
- Trade law
- Foreign-trade logistics
- Financial markets
- Risk management
- 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.
Where graduates work
- Foreign-trade specialist
- Financial analyst
- International-trade manager
- Banks, trade and logistics companies
Demand and earning potential
What raises income: step-by-step CFA/ACCA certification, English, bank internships in the senior years. For this year's exact figures by city and company, book a free consultation.
Should you choose International Trade and Finance?
It clicks if you…
- You are interested in International Trade and Finance and related subjects.
- Combining theory with practice - projects and internships - appeals to you.
- You're after a globally recognized diploma and the experience of living abroad.
Weigh it up if…
- You're not certain this is your field - let's talk it through in a consultation.
- You'll only study in your native language - check the language of instruction at the university.
Additional guide to programme language
For International Trade and Finance, language affects contracts, supply-chain cases, finance calculations and negotiation work. The catalog includes International Trade and Business in English and Turkish, plus English-taught finance routes at Bahcesehir.
Examples to check with StudyU: Bahcesehir University: International Trade and Business (Bachelor, English); Topkapi University: International Trade and Business (Bachelor, English, Turkish); Bahcesehir University: Economics and Finance (Bachelor, English).
Universities offering International Trade and Finance
Compare universities - tuition, language and degree side by side.
| University | Degree | Language | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isik University | Bachelor | English | $3 600/yr |
| Ankara Medipol University | Bachelor | English | $4 000/yr |
| Ankara Medipol University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 000/yr |
| Medipol University | Bachelor | English | $4 500/yr |
| Altinbas University | Bachelor | English | $5 000/yr |
| Gedik University | Bachelor | English | $5 500/yr |
| Atlas University | Bachelor | English | $5 510/yr |
| Medipol University | Bachelor | Turkish | $6 500/yr |
| Gelisim University | Bachelor | Turkish | $8 000/yr |
| Yasar University | Bachelor | English | $8 000/yr |
| Gelisim University | Bachelor | English | $8 500/yr |
| Kadir Has University | Bachelor | English | $20 000/yr |
| Yasar University | Master | English | $7 200/yr |
| Yasar University | Master | Turkish | $7 200/yr |
| Nisantasi University | Master | Turkish | $7 481/yr |
How to apply for International Trade and Finance in Turkey
Admission to International Trade and Finance 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.
Start 6-9 months before the intake: early applicants get the best scholarship offers, and popular programs fill their discounted seats first. We shortlist universities for International Trade and Finance, negotiate the maximum discount and fix it in the contract.
What applicants ask most
Yes - an 11-year school certificate is accepted directly, and most private universities admit to International Trade and Finance without entrance exams. Public universities may ask for YÖS or SAT.
Most partner universities offer International Trade and Finance in English (TOEFL required); Turkish-taught tracks accept TÖMER. Universities offer a preparatory year if your language level isn't there yet.
Programs are available in english / turkish. Which language you study in depends on the university; we'll help you choose.
A bachelor's degree usually takes 4 years. Medicine and a few engineering programs are longer; we'll specify for your program.
Yes - we handle it all: university, program, documents, visa, accommodation. The first consultation is free.
Expect higher figures in Istanbul and Ankara; employer type and languages matter too, with international firms paying a visible premium. In finance, income grows faster with certifications (CFA/ACCA) than with mere seniority. We show current ranges for your country and career track during the consultation.
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