Overview

The International Trade and Finance programme offered at Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University provides a solid foundation in fields such as business administration, economics, finance, international trade, and marketing. Students, growing in a multicultural environment, gain expertise in international trade and finance, equipping them to work as specialists or managers in national and international companies, financial institutions, development organizations, and research centers.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Trade and Finance Department have broad employment prospects in both the public and private sectors. They can pursue careers in:

Government agencies and financial institutions, such as the Ministry of Economy, Central Bank, Undersecretariat of Treasury, Borsa Istanbul, Capital Markets Board (SPK), and Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK), working as inspectors, auditors, and assistant specialists.

Participation banks, state and private banks, industrial corporations, insurance companies, accounting and auditing firms, financial institutions, and national and international research organizations.

International markets and financial institutions, taking on key roles in trade and finance sectors.

Academic careers, by continuing their education in master’s and doctoral programmes.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Computer and Information Technologies

Analytical Thinking and Mathematics

Mathematics for Business and Economics

Microeconomics

Financial Accounting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey

Disciplines

Finance International Business View 30 other Bachelors in Finance in Turkey

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form

Original and a copy of the High School Diploma,

Official document from the high school confirming that they will graduate before the university’s final registration date stated in the academic calendar (in English or Turkish).

Transcript

A copy of a valid identity document showing citizenship information,

National or international high school graduation exam results (e.g., Abitur, International Baccalaureate, Tawjihi, etc.).

University entrance exam results (if applicable), such as SAT, ACT, TCS, etc. A list of accepted exams and required scores is provided in Annex-2,

One passport-sized photo,

Proof of legal stay in Türkiye for applicants applying from within the country (for visa-exempt countries, the legal stay period must not have expired)

Entry-exit records for Turkish citizens who graduated from high schools abroad, proving that they were physically present in the country while receiving their education.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

7000 USD / year

≈ 7000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7000 USD / year

≈ 7000 USD / year

Living costs

Istanbul

Turkey

2000 - 3240 TRY / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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