Marketting Program

Why Choose IUAS Marketing Program?

The Marketing Program combines a contemporary digital transformation-oriented marketing perspective with a practice-based education model. Students are equipped with up-to-date knowledge in digital marketing, social media management, brand management, sales strategies, and consumer behavior.

Through the Workplace Training (IME) system, students gain direct experience in the business world during their education. This enables graduates to enter the sector with stronger professional competencies.

Small class sizes allow students to benefit from effective academic advising and close interaction with academic staff. The young and dynamic academic structure encourages innovative and entrepreneurial thinking.

The Erasmus+ mobility opportunities also provide students with international education and internship experiences in different cultural environments.

How to Apply IUAS Marketing Program?

Applications to the Marketing Program are made through the Higher Education Institutions Examination (YKS) conducted by the Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM). Students are admitted based on their Basic Proficiency Test (TYT) scores and placement results.

Applications for horizontal transfer, vertical transfer, and international student admission are processed in accordance with the regulations and procedures established by the Council of Higher Education (CoHE) and Isparta University of Applied Sciences. Detailed information regarding application requirements, deadlines, and admission procedures is announced on the official website of the University.

For detailed information about the Prospective Student Guide and registration procedures, please refer to the links below; 

https://www.isparta.edu.tr/ogrencibilgilendirmerehberi

https://aday.isparta.edu.tr/

https://aday.isparta.edu.tr/kayit-islemleri

Program Overview

The Marketing Program operates under the Department of Marketing and Advertising within Isparta University of Applied Sciences, Isparta Vocational School. The program aims to educate qualified professionals who can adapt to changing market conditions, effectively use digital marketing tools, analyze consumer behavior, and manage strategic marketing processes.

Students receive both theoretical and practical training in marketing management, digital marketing, sales management, brand management, consumer behavior, advertising, social media management, customer relationship management, and marketing research.

Through the Workplace Training (IME) system included in the curriculum, students gain industry experience and improve their professional competencies.

Mission

To educate innovative and ethically responsible professionals who possess contemporary marketing knowledge and skills, can think analytically, and adapt to digital transformation processes.

Vision

To become a respected and preferred program at national and international levels by following digital transformation in marketing and maintaining strong industry collaborations through a practice-oriented educational approach.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the program are able to:

  • Plan and manage marketing processes.
  • Analyze consumer behavior.
  • Effectively use digital marketing tools.
  • Develop content for social and digital media platforms.
  • Manage brand and customer relationship processes.
  • Conduct marketing research and data analysis.
  • Develop advertising and sales strategies.
  • Take active roles in teamwork and project management.
  • Act with professional ethics and social responsibility awareness.
  • Develop innovative solutions by following current marketing trends.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

The program operates in accordance with higher education regulations and quality assurance policies. Educational processes are regularly monitored, and continuous improvement activities are carried out based on stakeholder feedback.

Processes related to:

  • Workplace Training,
  • Transfer and adaptation,
  • Assessment and evaluation,
  • Continuous improvement

are systematically maintained. Curriculum and implementation processes are updated in line with stakeholder feedback.

ERASMUS AND INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY

The program supports student and staff mobility through Erasmus+ opportunities. Students are encouraged to gain international education and internship experience through global collaborations and exchange programs.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates may work in:

  • Marketing departments,
  • Digital marketing agencies,
  • Advertising and media agencies,
  • Brand management units,
  • Sales and customer relations departments,
  • E-commerce companies,
  • Market research firms,
  • Social media management sectors.

Public Relations and Publicity Program

Graduates of the program may transfer to undergraduate programs through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS).

According to their academic success and preferences, graduates may continue their education in fields such as:

  • Marketing
  • Business Administration
  • International Trade and Business
  • International Trade and Finance
  • Logistics Management
  • Business Informatics
  • E-Commerce and Technology Management
  • Advertising
  • Public Relations and Publicity
  • Media and Communication
  • Management Information Systems
  • Labor Economics and Industrial Relations

STRENGTHS OF THE PROGRAM

 

·  Practice-oriented education approach

·  Courses focused on digital marketing and social media

·  Young and dynamic academic structure

·  Academically and professionally experienced staff

·  Workplace Training (IME) system

·  Student-centered educational philosophy

·  Erasmus and international mobility opportunities

·  High employability potential for graduates

 

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

 

·  Strengthening technical infrastructure

·  Expanding digital laboratory opportunities

·  Diversifying industry collaborations

 Continuously updating the curriculum according to current marketing trends

 

 

Academic Staff

 

 

Head of Department

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra Vona Kurt

 

Call: 2462146678

E-mail: esravona@isparta.edu.tr

Link: https://www.isparta.edu.tr/personel/01126/doc-dr-esra-vona-kurt

Vice Head of Department

 

 

Lecturer F. Hülya Dikici

 

Call: 2462146679

E-mail: hulyadikici@isparta.edu.tr

Link: https://www.isparta.edu.tr/personel/01008/ogretim-gorevlisi-fatima-hulya-dikici

Courses Offered

 

Semester I

 

Course Name

Credits

ECTS

Basic Law

2

3

Marketing Principle

3

4

Commercial Mathematics

3

3

Sales Management

3

3

Commercial Documents

3

3

Communication

3

3

Speech and Diction

2

3

Introduction to Economics I

3

3

Introduction to Business Administration

3

3

English I (Online)

2

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Semester II

 

 

Course Name

Credits

ECTS

Retail Management

3

3

Consumer Behavior

2

2

Selling Techniques

3

3

International Marketing and Foreign Trade

3

3

Management Science and Quality Management

3

3

Occupational Health and Safety

2

2

Istatistic

3

3

Business Correspondence and Reporting Techniques

3

3

Introduction to Economics II

3

3

Social Media in Marketing

3

3

English II

2

2

 

Semester III

 

Course Name

Credits

ECTS

Digital Marketing and AI Applications

3

3

Environmental Protection and Green Marketing

3

3

Strategic Marketing

3

3

University Common Elective I

2

3

Marketing Research

3

3

Contemporary Marketing Techniques

3

3

Brand Management

3

3

Advertising

3

3

Media Planning

3

3

Services Marketing

3

3

Marketing Law and Regulations

3

3

 

Semester IV

 

English Course Name Course Name

Credits

ECTS

Workplace-Based Learning

20

20

Atatürk's Principles and History of Turkish Revolution

4

4

Turkish Language

4

4

Professional Internship

0

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 COORDINATORSHIPS AND COMMISSIONS

Coordinatorships

ECTS Coordinators – Public Relations and Publicity Program: Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Workplace-Based Learning Commission: Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep ILHAN ANTALYALI

Farabi Exchange Program Coordinatorship: Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Mevlâna Exchange Program Coordinatorship: Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep ILHAN ANTALYALI

 Workplace Training Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Adaptation Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Graduation Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Top 10% Student Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Horizontal Transfer Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

 Internship Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Evaluation and Accreditation Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Academic Incentive Application and Review Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Continuous Improvement Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Career Planning Commission

Program

Chair

Member

Member

Substitute Member

Marketing Program

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra VONA KURT

Lecturer F. Hülya DİKİCİ

Lecturer Yüksel HATIRLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zeynep İLHAN

ANTALYALI

Alumni Advisory Board

Program

Member 1

Member 2

Member 3

Member 4

Member 5

Marketing Program

İbrahim ARSLAN

Yağmur YAĞMUR

Tülay SAKALLI

Şafak Ateş BALÇIK

Nermin ARSLAN