Business Administration
The Business Administration undergraduate program at METU aims to equip students with broad and solid knowledge of business and management, combining theoretical foundations with practical skills. The program covers essential business functions — such as accounting, finance, marketing, operations, human resources, organizational behavior — along with quantitative, analytical and decision-making tools like economics, statistics, and business mathematics. Through coursework and workshops, students develop problem-solving, critical thinking and managerial competencies needed for dynamic business environments.
Located in Ankara, this program offers an English-medium curriculum with access to experienced faculty and a versatile course portfolio. With a strong emphasis on both functional business knowledge and analytical training, graduates are prepared to lead, adapt and contribute effectively in private sector companies, public institutions or entrepreneurial ventures.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Business Administration
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters (4 years)
- Location: Ankara
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time, English-medium)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Operations, Human Resources, Organizational Behaviour, Business Analytics & Decision Sciences
- Admission modus: Regular undergraduate admissions (for both national and international students)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Business & Quantitative Tools
- Fundamentals of Business
- Business Practice Workshop
- Principles of Behavioral Sciences
- Financial Accounting
- English for Academic Purposes I
- Calculus I / Quantitative Mathematics
Semester 2 – Core Business Concepts & Methodology
- Economics / Micro-Macro Foundations
- Statistics & Decision Methods for Business
- Business Law / Introduction to Legal Environment
- English for Academic Purposes II / Communication Skills
- Supporting / Elective Courses
Semester 3 – Functional Business Areas I
- Organizational Behavior & Management Principles
- Introduction to Production / Operations Management
- Principles of Marketing
- Microeconomics / Business Economics
- Free / Elective Course
Semester 4 – Functional Business Areas II
- Human Resources Management / Organizational Theory
- Basics of Finance / Principles of Finance
- Business Data & Information Systems Foundations
- Communication / Professional Skills
- Free / Elective Course
Semester 5 – Business Integration & Specialization Start
- Business Information Systems
- Business electives (e.g. marketing, finance, operations, HR, entrepreneurship)
- Supporting / Elective Courses
Semester 6 – Specialization & Advanced Business Topics
- Advanced electives in chosen business area(s)
- Optional supporting or interdisciplinary courses
- Professional / practical skills development
Semester 7 – Professional Practice & Flexible Electives
- Elective courses reflecting student interests (e.g. finance, marketing, management, entrepreneurship)
- Opportunities for internships or applied projects (if available)
- Supporting courses or electives
Semester 8 – Graduation Preparation & Capstone Courses
- Strategic Management / Capstone Business Integration Courses
- Final electives or specialization courses
- Graduation preparation and readiness for professional career
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Business Administration program at METU are equipped for diverse career paths in private sector companies, public institutions, consultancy firms, finance or marketing departments, human resources, operations management, and entrepreneurship. They can also pursue careers in business analytics, project management, strategic planning, or continue with graduate studies (M.Sc. / MBA). The broad functional and analytical training enables flexibility to adapt to various business roles or start their own ventures.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing Business Administration at METU offers a well-rounded, internationally oriented business education combining core management principles, quantitative analysis skills and practical business knowledge. With a curriculum covering all major business functions and flexibility for specialization through electives, the program prepares students to meet modern business challenges and adapt to changing economic environments.
The program’s emphasis on analytical thinking, decision-making, and functional business competencies makes it ideal for those who aim to pursue leadership, management, entrepreneurship or strategic roles in business, industry or public sector.
Contact Information
Middle East Technical University – Department of Business Administration
Dumlupınar Boulevard No:1, 06800
Çankaya, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 210 2004
Email: ba@metu.edu.tr
Student Affairs Office – Business Administration Department
Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, METU
06800 Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 210 2004
Email: ba-undergrad@metu.edu.tr
International Office – Middle East Technical University
METU Campus, 06800
Çankaya, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 210 1060
Email: ico@metu.edu.tr
