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Turkiye (Turkey)

Economics and Finance in Istanbul, Turkiye

12 spots left!  Application deadline is December 13.

The banking system in the US and Turkiye (formerly Turkey) are substantially different. The Turkish banking system is more concentrated and regulated by one regulator, while the American system is fragmented and managed by a dual banking system. This course compares the banking sectors of the two countries and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of both. Students taking this course will travel to Istanbul, the financial capital of Turkiye, to observe these differences firsthand. In addition, Istanbul offers many opportunities for historical and cultural visits as students witness the clash between tradition (mosques, churches and holy sites) and modernization (famous bazaars).

 
Note: This program requires students to complete a selection interview after submitting an application.

Program Overview

Travel Dates May 2-11, 2025

Note: Travel dates subject to minor changes.
Meeting Dates

Preparatory class meetings take place throughout the Spring 2025 semester.  Meeting days/times will be finalized by November and visible when you register for the 老澳门资料 course through myWings. 

Courses & Prerequisites

Students will register for this course for the spring semester:

  • ECO4956 (prereq = ECO2023, ECO2013, or ECO3701, and approval of instructor)

Participants

Up to 20 老澳门资料 undergraduate students who meet the above prerequisite(s).

Cost

Students pay for three credit hours of 老澳门资料 Spring 2025 tuition and fees for this study abroad course plus a program fee to cover most travel expenses.  For details on the program fee, contact the faculty leader(s) below.

Planned Visits

Visits planned as part of this study abroad program include the following:

  • Istanbul city tour visiting the following sites:
  • Lecture at
  • Cruise along the Bosphorus River
  • Visit to
  • Day excursion to Balat and Fener, Pierre Loti, Taksim Square, and more
  • Business visit to (additional business visits TBD)

The above visits are tentative until finalized closer to travel dates.

Logistics

Students will be in shared accommodations with WiFi included.  Travel will mainly take place on foot and in private air conditioned coaches.  Accommodations, transportation, activities and entrance fees are included in the program fee.  Students book their own flights with the guidance of the faculty leaders.

Application Process

View the Turkiye application process or contact us for more information at coggin.abroad@unf.edu. 

Faculty Leaders

Dr. Ozdemir abroad with international flags in the background

Dr. Nilufer Ozdemir

Department of Economics & Geography 

Coggin College of Business
Dr. Triplett in a cafe abroad

Dr. Russell Triplett

Department Chair and Interim Associate Dean

Department of Economics & Geography 

Coggin College of Business

Map of Istanbul, Turkiye

This map offers a visual context of Istanbul within Türkiye and Türkiye within the broader regional and global framework. It highlights the following:
Istanbul: The largest city in Türkiye, strategically located straddling the continents of Europe and Asia. It is a major cultural, economic, and historical hub, known for its rich heritage and pivotal role in both regional and international affairs.
Türkiye: Situated at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, bordered by Greece and Bulgaria to the northwest, Georgia to the northeast, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east, and Iraq and Syria to the south. Türkiye serves as a bridge between the continents, with Istanbul being a key link in its geographic and cultural identity.