Management Information Systems (English)
The Management Information Systems (English) undergraduate program at Istanbul University offers an interdisciplinary education combining business administration and information technology, taught fully in English. The programme is designed to equip students with knowledge of both organizational/business processes and modern information systems — including programming, data management, systems analysis, and business management. Through a mixture of foundational business courses, technical IT courses and applied training, students develop skills to design, manage and optimize information systems for businesses and institutions. The program spans eight semesters and prepares graduates for roles bridging business and technology.
Located in Istanbul — a major economic, cultural and technological hub — this program provides students with access to both academic and practical opportunities in business analytics, IT infrastructure, and organizational systems. With a curriculum that balances technical competence and business understanding, students are trained to meet the needs of modern enterprises, public institutions or global companies where information systems and business operations intersect.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Management Information Systems
- Standard period of study: 4 years (8 semesters)
- Location: Istanbul
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time, English-taught)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: Information Systems, Business, Data & Systems Engineering, IT & Management
- Admission modus: National university entrance exam (YKS / relevant track)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Business and Intro to IT
- Introduction to Business
- Introduction to Economics
- Introduction to Information Technologies
- Mathematics / Business Mathematics
- Programming Basics / Algorithmic Thinking & Design
- General Education & Language Courses
Semester 2 – Core IT Skills & Business Foundations
- Data Structures and Management
- Structured Programming / Introductory Programming
- Business Mathematics and Quantitative Methods
- Fundamentals of Management / Organization
- Supporting General Education / Social Science Courses
Semester 3 – Systems, Data & Business Processes
- Database Design / Information Systems Fundamentals
- Business Process & Systems Analysis
- Business Administration Courses (e.g. Accounting / Finance / Organizational Behaviour)
- Statistics / Quantitative Methods for Business and IT
- Electives or general courses
Semester 4 – Integrated Business-IT Courses & Applied Systems
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Software Tools for Business and IT
- Information Systems and Business Law / Ethics
- Data Management / Information Security Basics
- Electives or supporting courses
Semester 5 – Advanced IS & Business Integration
- Enterprise Information Systems / ERP & Management Systems
- Project Management & IT Project Planning
- Business Analytics / Data Analytics for Management
- Network & Systems Infrastructure / IT Operations
- Elective courses (e.g. finance, marketing, advanced IT)
Semester 6 – Specialization & Applied IT-Business Courses
- Database Management & Administration
- Web / Application Development or Software Engineering for Business
- Information Systems Security / Risk Management
- Business Strategy, Management or IT Management Courses
- Electives or open courses
Semester 7 – Electives, Projects & Industry-oriented Training
- Elective courses in IT or Business domains (e.g. marketing, finance, human resources, data science)
- Real-world oriented projects or case-studies combining IT & business
- Internship preparation or practical training courses (if offered)
Semester 8 – Capstone, Graduation Project & Professional Preparation
- Final Year Project / Capstone Project — Information System Design / Business-IT Integration
- Elective specialization or advanced courses
- Professional skills, ethics and preparation for business/IT careers
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles at the intersection of business and technology: business systems analyst, IT consultant, data analyst, database administrator, project manager, IT manager, enterprise systems specialist, business analyst, or systems developer. They may work in private companies, consultancies, public institutions, start-ups, or as freelancers.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing the Management Information Systems program at Istanbul University means gaining a versatile, interdisciplinary education that merges business acumen with technical IT skills — ideal for modern organizations that rely on digital infrastructure and data-driven decision making. The program prepares students not only to understand and manage information systems, but also to align technology with business strategy, providing them with a competitive edge in both sectors.
With instruction in English, a comprehensive curriculum covering business, IT, data and systems analysis, and access to Istanbul’s dynamic business and technology environment, students acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical capabilities. This makes the programme well-suited for those who wish to lead in digital business environments, technology management, or enterprise information systems — in Turkey or globally.
Contact Information
Istanbul University – Department of Management Information Systems
Faculty of Economics / IT & Business, Istanbul University
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: mis@istanbul.edu.tr
Faculty of Economics – Student Affairs Office
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: econoffice@istanbul.edu.tr
International Office – Istanbul University
Beyazıt Campus, Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: international@istanbul.edu.tr
