Purpose of the Department

The purpose of the Management Information Systems (MIS) Department is to train qualified professionals equipped with up-to-date knowledge and skills in information technologies and management, capable of meeting the IT needs of businesses in a global environment.

In line with this objective, all courses in the program are designed to cover the theories and practices necessary for efficiently managing business and IT operations. Throughout the program, both management and IT courses are offered in applied settings where students are at the center of learning, supported by current information technologies.

The main goals of the program are:

• To offer an education aligned with lifelong learning principles and technological advancements in the fields of IT and management,

• To provide students with a management and IT vision focused on today's and tomorrow’s business environments,

• To prepare students to become exemplary MIS professionals in the business world.

Additionally, the undergraduate education in MIS aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge about all functions of a business, as well as the essential technologies involved in communication, storage, and transmission of this knowledge through information systems.

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Our Mission

The mission of the MIS Department is to train innovative, ethically grounded, solution-oriented individuals with analytical thinking skills by integrating information technologies and management sciences, thus contributing qualified professionals to both national and international business sectors.

Our Vision

Our vision as the MIS Department is to become a leading department recognized in both academic and professional fields, distinguished by its graduates, and pioneering the integration of IT and management. We aim to be an education and research center that keeps pace with ever-evolving technologies and trains experts who are leaders in the business world.

The Role of the Department in Academic and Technological Developments

Today, the rapid development of IT and management sciences has led to the emergence of a multidisciplinary field that provides academic solutions to problems businesses face in areas such as decision support systems, enterprise resource planning, business process management, new business model development, production of new products and services, and gaining competitive advantage. Globally recognized as Management Information Systems, this field is seen as a driving force for companies aiming to achieve strategic business goals in competitive environments. Academic studies in this field offer significant opportunities for integrating IT with new management approaches to enhance business efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaboration with Other Departments in the Faculty

The MIS Department operates in interaction and collaboration with the Business Administration and International Trade departments within the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. Career day events organized by the university’s Career Guidance Office and department career advisors aim to encourage students to work together with peers from other departments and develop joint projects.

Career Opportunities

With the growth and diversification of economic and commercial activities in Turkey, effective business management has gained increasing importance and value. In the highly competitive global environment, companies focus on strategic goals such as developing new products, services, and business models, providing decision support, integrating suppliers and customers, gaining competitive advantages, and ensuring sustainability. To achieve these goals and remain operational, companies must generate profit. This is only possible with effective managers and a team of MIS professionals who can help guide businesses toward their strategic goals.

According to the decision by the Interuniversity Council dated March 16, 2009, graduates of the MIS Department are entitled to use the title “Management Information Specialist” (MIS). MIS professionals identify a business’s IT needs, set goals, create plans to achieve those goals, and determine the necessary hardware, software, and personnel. They can be employed in IT departments of public or private sector organizations in areas such as software development, system operations, database management, network administration, information security, enterprise resource planning, and project management. Additionally, they can work in functional departments such as human resources, accounting, sales and marketing, production management, customer relationship management, purchasing, public relations, and R&D. MIS professionals also have job opportunities in public institutions, tax offices, investment and financial institutions, and both public and private banks.

In conclusion, MIS graduates have a wide range of career opportunities. There is a growing demand for MIS professionals, especially in sectors that heavily rely on IT, such as computing, communications, and finance. MIS professionals can work independently in business, management, and IT or in interdisciplinary fields that combine these areas.

For students interested in an academic career, our university’s Institute of Social Sciences offers strong and dynamic graduate programs. You can find more detailed information HERE.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

In addition to participating in university-run projects, students are encouraged and supported to join internship programs related to their areas of interest. This helps them prepare for business life through practical experience. Events and seminars organized by the university’s Career Guidance Office and various student clubs offer students the chance to access internship opportunities. Moreover, through the Erasmus+ Internship Mobility Programs coordinated by our faculty’s Erasmus+ Office, students have the opportunity to intern at partner institutions abroad before graduation. Detailed information about Erasmus+ Internship Mobility programs can be found HERE.

MINOR / DOUBLE MAJOR PROGRAMS IN THE MIS DEPARTMENT

Minor and double major program agreements have been finalized between the MIS Department and the International Trade & Finance, Business Administration, and Political Science & International Relations departments within our faculty. These programs are planned to be implemented starting in the 2022–2023 academic year. Information about application conditions for minor and double major programs can be found HERE.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES IN THE MIS DEPARTMENT

Thanks to the Erasmus+ coordination office at our university, agreements have been established with universities in various European countries. Based on their GPA and foreign language exam scores, students are selected within a quota system to participate in the Erasmus+ Education Mobility Program during the Fall and/or Spring semesters. These programs offer students not only academic experience but also personal and intellectual development through exposure to different countries and cultures, enabling them to gain a global perspective. Announcements and application details for the Erasmus+ Programs can be found HERE.

HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE MIS DEPARTMENT

For students who wish to transfer into the MIS Department or other departments within the faculty, options include internal transfers, inter-institutional transfers, and transfers based on central placement scores. Detailed information regarding transfer methods and criteria can be found in the Transfer Regulations HERE. Additionally, information about vertical transfer to the four-year Business Administration program can be found HERE.