General Information

Associate Degree · 2 Years · 120 ECTS Full-Time Program

Objective

The objective of the program is to train qualified professionals capable of assuming responsibilities in the accounting departments of businesses and in the accounting services of public institutions and organizations. The expected benefit of the program is for graduates to understand accounting functions in businesses, ensure that accounting processes operate in a sound and reliable manner, comprehend the accounting and tax practices, requirements, and innovations present in the business world, and to participate in the workforce as professionals equipped with entrepreneurial and analytical thinking skills.

Objective

To ensure that students acquire all knowledge related to accounting systems and are able to use the relevant software

Vision

To be a leading educational program in the field of accounting and tax practices that complies with national and international standards, effectively utilizes information technology, rapidly adapts to changing legislation and financial systems, and is the top choice of the business world.

Mission

To train qualified accounting professionals who are equipped with up-to-date financial, legal, and technological knowledge required by businesses and public institutions, possess analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, and are committed to professional ethical values.

Degree Awarded

Students who successfully complete this program receive an associate’s degree and are awarded the “Associate’s Degree in Accounting and Taxation.”

Graduates of the program can work as accounting professionals in both public institutions and the private sector.

General Admission Requirements

Students gain admission either directly from vocational high schools or based on the results of the Central Placement Exam administered by the Student Selection and Placement Center.

A student currently enrolled in an equivalent program in Turkey or abroad may apply for lateral transfer.

Graduation Requirements

  • Students must have completed the vocational orientation course (16 weeks) and successfully fulfilled the academic requirements specified in the regulations for all courses listed in the catalog over the course of four semesters.
  • A minimum GPA of 2.00 is required.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

NoLearning Outcome
1Possess and effectively apply fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession.
2Gains knowledge about occupational health and safety and quality processes.
3Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession.
4Evaluates professional problems and issues independently using an analytical and critical approach and proposes solutions.
5Communicates their thoughts in writing and orally at the level of their knowledge and skills, expressing them clearly.
6Takes responsibility as a team member to solve complex, unforeseen problems encountered in field-related applications.
7Plans their career and embraces a lifelong learning approach.
8In the stages of collecting, evaluating, and disseminating data related to their field, they uphold social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values.
9Keeps abreast of developments in their field and communicates with colleagues using a foreign language.
10Is aware of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
11Is aware of issues related to digitalization, environmental awareness, the green transition, and sustainability.
12Explains the applicable legal regulations and professional standards in accounting and tax processes.
13Maintains and organizes accounting records, ledgers, and documents.
14Prepares and analyzes financial statements.
15Prepares and files tax returns and related filings in accordance with the law.
16Analyzes and evaluates financial statements and cost calculations in relation to tax obligations.