By studying Economics in English, I had the opportunity to improve both my academic andlanguage skills. Throughout university, I gained sectoral experience by working, applied mytheoretical knowledge through internships, and took advantage of opportunities like being astudent assistant to get more involved in the academic world. I collaborated directly withfaculty members and took an active role in various academic projects. Furthermore, theuniversity’s strong networking resources enabled me to establish early connections with thebusiness world and supported my personal and professional development.Thanks to the internship opportunity offered in the final semester of the Economicsprogram, I realized my interest in pursuing a career in the e-commerce sector. Upongraduation, I began working in the E-Commerce Department at LC Waikiki, where I hadpreviously completed my internship. I currently hold the position of E-Commerce CategoryAssistant Specialist. In this role, I manage key processes such as product management,pricing, stock control, campaign planning, site layout, and enhancing customer experience tosupport the sales performance of the product categories under my responsibility.Through my education at Istinye University’s Economics Department, I strengthened myskills in analytical thinking, problem-solving, data interpretation, and market analysis.

The Department of Economics enabled me to look at life from different perspectives, whichhelped me gain more self-confidence and led me to a job that I truly enjoy. I am currentlyworking in the fund operations unit at Ata Portföy Yönetimi A.Ş. (Ata Portfolio ManagementInc.), one of Turkey’s well-established portfolio management companies. Being introducedto financial literacy during my economics studies allowed me to manage my life moreconsciously. In this field, I feel both strong and happy. My biggest advice to thoseconsidering this department is to see it not just as an academic program, but as anexperience that will shape your life.