Department of International Trade
General Information and Career Opportunities
International trade is a multidisciplinary field that requires working with different cultures and encompasses knowledge in a range of areas such as production, sales, distribution, transportation, finance, insurance, accounting, and law. In international trade, it is important to have knowledge of international market analysis methods, domestic and foreign economic conditions, as well as the rules and regulations related to international operations.
In terms of careers, there are opportunities in the fields of marketing, sales, distribution, logistics, customs and insurance, and law. For example, import–export agency services, customs consultancy and brokerage, and freight forwarding brokerage can be listed among these. In the field of international trade, professions such as trade analysis specialist, export–import specialist, compliance manager (the manager responsible for ensuring that all international shipments are legally compliant), international marketing consultant, international business developer, shipping specialist, and international trade law consultant are rapidly growing.
For those who wish to pursue a career in international trade, the vital qualifications can be listed as follows:
– Ability for intercultural interaction
– Knowledge of economics, statistics, and trade
– Proficiency in multiple languages, especially English, as well as Chinese, Russian, Arabic, etc.
– Basic sales skills and effective communication
– Knowledge of international law and legislation
Academic Staff of the Department of International Trade
Prof. Fikret YAMAN (Head of the Department of International Trade)
Prof. Erkan AKAR
Asst. Prof. Kemal KARAYORMUK
Res. Asst. Birgül ORUÇ
Res. Asst. İbrahim Eyüp YAMAN