Executive MBA (EMBA) program applications for the 2026–2027 academic year

Executive MBA (EMBA) program applications for the 2026–2027 academic year

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Qualifications of the participants we would like to see in the EMBA class this September: Want to build the transition to the next stage in their career on conscious and solid foundations, Those who miss reading, discussing and thinking from different perspectives in their busy work schedule, Have the motivation to truly prioritize spending time on learning and meet the expectations required by the academic discipline, Willing to share their own experience, but also open to learning from the experiences of others, Who cares about developing together with strong professionals from different sectors and building a permanent network of relationships. Introductory meetings to be held for candidates who want to get detailed information about the program: 📅 April 30, 2026 ⏰ 18:30 📍 Faculty of Business Administration, MA-202 📅 May…
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Bilkent EMBA Leaders’ Talks Series – Ergun Kırlıkovalı, President at Integrated Polymer Industries, Inc

Bilkent EMBA Leaders’ Talks Series – Ergun Kırlıkovalı, President at Integrated Polymer Industries, Inc

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As Bilkent University Faculty of Business Administration, we brought our MBA and Executive MBA students together with our esteemed guest Ergun Kırlıkovalı as part of our "Leader Meetings" speaker series.Kirlikovali, an entrepreneur with a chemical background, has achieved remarkable success in the USA with the advanced polymer technology he developed to reduce the radar visibility of warplanes. His story powerfully demonstrates how scientific expertise, when met with the right problem, can turn into a high-impact initiative.In the interview, it was stated that entrepreneurship is not just a journey based on courage or intuition; on the contrary, it was emphasized that it is a set of competencies that can be developed, disciplined and matured with the right processes. The insights filtered through Kirlikovali's experiences were both inspiring and highly guiding for…
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🌱 Sustainability in Action: Growing Together for a Greener Future

🌱 Sustainability in Action: Growing Together for a Greener Future

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On April 26, 2026, the Faculty of Business Administration at Bilkent University brought its community together for a tree planting event by the lake. Students, alumni, staff, and their loved ones came together to make a lasting contribution to the environment—planting trees that will grow for years to come. It was a meaningful day filled with connection, fresh air, and a shared commitment to sustainability. A big thank you to everyone who joined us and made this event truly special!
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Sustainability Fest @ Bilkent University: April 17

Sustainability Fest @ Bilkent University: April 17

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On April 17, 2026, the Bilkent University Faculty of Business Administration participated in the Sustainability Fest organized by Bilkent University, hosting a booth that showcased its sustainability and societal impact initiatives. At the booth, the faculty presented its sustainability-focused work, including the use of Ecosia as a tree-planting search engine, alongside collaborative initiatives carried out with student-led organizations such as the Management and Economics Community (MEC), 180 Degrees Consulting, and the Bilkent University Student Council. As an AACSB-accredited faculty, FBA also highlighted its sustainability practices within the AACSB Societal Impact framework, emphasizing the integration of sustainability into education, research, and community engagement. The event provided an opportunity to engage with the campus community, reinforcing the faculty’s commitment to fostering a culture of sustainability. Thank you to everyone who stopped by…
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Got an Idea? Join Bilkentpreneurs 2026!

Got an Idea? Join Bilkentpreneurs 2026!

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Dear undergraduate students of all programs, M.S. students and MBA students, We are excited to announce that Bilkentpreneurs Challenge 2026, a startup pitch competition organized in collaboration with Bilkent University Faculty of Business Administration, the Beba Foundation, Meteksan Matbaa and Revitt with support from Bilkent Cyberpark, is now open to all students enrolled in universities located in Ankara! The competition invites students to form teams and submit startup business proposals featuring innovative products, technologies, or services that create a positive impact on people and the environment. Each team must include at least one Bilkent University student. 💰 Prizes sponsored by the Beba Foundation and Meteksan Matbaa: 1st Place: $5,0002nd Place: $3,0003rd Place: $2,000 For more details, visit Bilkentpreneurs Challenge website and join our Zoom info session on Tuesday, Arpil 07,…
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Bilkent Marketing Day: April 17

Bilkent Marketing Day: April 17

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Bilkent Marketing Day brought together scholars, graduate students, and early-career researchers working in marketing research, academic publishing, and the future of the field. We were pleased to welcome Eric Arnould, Anu Helkkula, Tatiana Sokolova, and Francesca Sotgiu. Their contributions led to productive and inspiring discussions throughout the day. The event provided a strong academic exchange environment in which researchers from different universities had the opportunity to share their ideas, experiences, and work.Many thanks to all speakers, participants, our faculty member Saurabh Shinde and to the Marketing Department at Bilkent University for organizing and hosting this engaging event. Program:
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ESBE Online Open House

ESBE Online Open House

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The Graduate School of Economics and Social Sciences Open House is being organized on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The online event registration page is currently active at https://esbegradopenhouse.bilkent.edu.tr/. Open House Program ⏰ 10:30 - 10:40 Opening Remarks (Vice Director Assoc. Prof. Emel Özdora) ⏰ 10:40 - 10:45 Break to get to Breakout sessions ⏰ 10:45 - 11:30 Departmental Information sessions
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📢 Summer Internship Information Session

📢 Summer Internship Information Session

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Dear Students, You are invited to an information session on summer internship application and evaluation procedures. The session will cover requirements, conditions, and recent updates, followed by a Q&A session. 📅 31 March 2026⏰ 12:30 – 13:20📍 V-02 All students who are eligible for and intend to complete their mandatory internship in Summer 2026 are required to attend. Those considering a voluntary internship are highly advised to participate. In the meantime, you are kindly advised to review the documents available on the Summer Practice website for detailed information on the procedures and requirements.🔗 https://fba.bilkent.edu.tr/undergrad/summer-practice/ Best regards,Summer Practice Committee
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FBA Graduate Programs at the 28th Career Fair

FBA Graduate Programs at the 28th Career Fair

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As the Faculty of Business Administration's MBA, MS ve PhD programs, we participated in the 28th Bilkent University Career Fair held on February 19, 2026. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to our Rector, Prof. Dr. Kürşat Aydoğan, who supported our promotional activities by visiting our booth, to the Bilkent University Career Center for organizing the event, and to all the candidates who showed interest in our programs.
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