Purpose and Goals
The purpose of the Banking and Insurance Program is to cultivate qualified individuals who possess theoretical and applied knowledge in the fields of finance, banking, and insurance, can think analytically, adhere to ethical values, and effectively utilize financial technologies.
The primary goals of the program are to develop students' sectoral application skills, enhance their competencies in analyzing financial data and problem-solving, strengthen their communication and teamwork abilities, instill an awareness of lifelong learning, and ensure graduates are employed as preferred professionals in both the public and private sectors.
Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
PEO 1: Domain Knowledge and Professional Competence The objective is to train qualified graduates who can execute financial transactions, manage accounting processes, and possess a strong command of the sector's core operations by equipping them with theoretical and applied knowledge in banking, insurance, and related disciplines (economics, law, accounting, business administration). (Related POs: 1, 7, 9, 14)
PEO 2: Application Skills and Sectoral Experience The objective is to train individuals who can fulfill duties and responsibilities in the banking and insurance fields, have acquired application skills by observing business processes on-site, and can successfully adapt to teamwork. (Related POs: 2, 8)
PEO 3: Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving Competence The objective is to cultivate individuals with analytical thinking skills who can analyze and interpret financial data, evaluate risks, and generate effective solutions to encountered problems. (Related POs: 4)
PEO 4: Digital Competence and Adaptation to Financial Technologies The objective is to train individuals who can effectively utilize information technologies and financial technologies (FinTech), are proficient in digital banking applications, and can track technological developments to seamlessly integrate them into professional processes. (Related POs: 3, 5, 6)
PEO 5: Communication, Ethics, and Social Responsibility Awareness The objective is to raise individuals who adhere to professional ethical values, possess a strong sense of social responsibility, can communicate effectively in written and verbal forms, and successfully manage customer relations. (Related POs: 12, 13, 6)
PEO 6: Lifelong Learning and Career Development The objective is to train individuals who are conscious of career planning, continuous learning, and self-improvement, can adapt to changing sectoral conditions, and can sustain their professional development. (Related POs: 11, 5)
PEO 7: Legal, Quality, and Occupational Safety Awareness The objective is to cultivate individuals who are highly knowledgeable about legal regulations in the banking and insurance sectors, and possess a strong awareness of occupational health and safety, environmental responsibility, and quality processes. (Related POs: 9, 10)
Program Educational Goals (PEG)
PEG 1: Sectoral Employment and Professional Application It is aimed that program graduates are employed in relevant positions within the banking, insurance, and finance sectors, effectively transferring their acquired professional knowledge and skills into practice.
PEG 2: Professional Competence and Specialization Graduates are expected to enhance their professional competencies by taking an active role in banking transactions, insurance practices, financial analysis, and accounting processes within the institutions where they are employed.
PEG 3: Digital Finance and Technology Utilization It is aimed that graduates adapt to digital banking and finance applications by effectively utilizing information technologies and financial technologies (FinTech), continuously developing themselves in these areas.
PEG 4: Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving Graduates are expected to effectively employ their skills in analyzing financial and operational problems encountered in their professional lives, making data-driven decisions, and generating sustainable solutions.
PEG 5: Ethics, Communication, and Customer Orientation It is aimed that graduates serve as professionals who strictly adhere to ethical values, communicate effectively, manage customer relationships adeptly, and harmonize well with teamwork.
PEG 6: Lifelong Learning and Career Development Graduates are expected to be proactive individuals who can plan their careers, sustain their professional development, continuously improve themselves through certifications and training programs, and adapt to evolving industry conditions.
PEG 7: Legal and Institutional Awareness It is aimed that graduates practice their professions as individuals who are well-versed in banking and insurance legislation, and are highly conscious of quality assurance processes, occupational health and safety, and environmental responsibilities.