Business Administration (English) - Ph.D.

General Information about the Program

This program mainly focuses on students who had a bachelor of science degree and/or master's degree from the field of business administration. It is also recommended for potential academicians and for people who are professionals in their field and have job experience. The program's overall objective is to enhance students' research capabilities and their understanding of business administration philosophy. The program aims to improve the quality of theoretical background and experience and instill the candidates' various business fields skills. The program's structure is designed to deliver an in-depth understanding of business administration-related issues with the support of theory and practice blended courses. Various courses are given to students in two semesters under this program, and it ends with a doctoral dissertation. The methodology courses offered in this program provide research methods background, and thus, they prepare students for their Ph.D. dissertations. Case studies and research projects are emphasized during courses. Therefore, the program includes advanced courses in finance, marketing, accounting, management, and research methods.

Career Opportunities

The program is designed to prepare students for careers as professors, consultants, and researchers. Graduates of this program can be employed in various fields of business. The graduates can use their skills and knowledge in non-profit organizations. Moreover, they can be employed in various state and private universities. Candidates who complete the program can apply for the positions available in academic institutions which require a Ph.D. degree.

Why international students should choose this department to study

This program has been hosting many international students from different countries upon its foundation. In an ever-changing global business, studying international business is vital for graduates who are ambitious to work across international boundaries and cultures. The program is bound to the department of business administration of Anadolu University, one of the oldest and most experienced higher education institutions in Turkey. Quality and the quantity of the faculty members, up- to-date educational programs, warm social facilities for students, advanced physical and technological infrastructure of Anadolu University are all intended to develop youths who are people-oriented analytical thinkers, entrepreneurs, and have problem- solving skills. Hosting international students worldwide, Graduate School of Social Sciences creates a global vision with the help of Erasmus+ and other international exchange and internship opportunities. Türkiye Scholarship offers a wide range of programs across social sciences, humanities, natural sciences and engineering at Master’s and Ph.D. levels. Graduate School of Social Sciences is located in Yunus Emre Campus of Anadolu University, Eskişehir, and it is a short walk from the city center. Eskişehir was chosen as the best student city of Turkey in 2020. The city is vigorous and lively, densely populated by young students from three universities. Eskişehir offers convenient transportation and accommodation options with its geographical location as an intersection of important routes. Moreover, Anadolu University provides a complete campus life with all the facilities. Anadolu University library houses one of the most expansive collections in Turkey, and it is open 24/7. With all the conditions provided, the business administration Ph.D. program presents a very welcoming environment for international students.