Educational Management Doctoral Program
General Information
The Doctoral Program in Educational Management is a doctoral-level graduate education program conducted within the Graduate Education and Research Institute of Cyprus Aydın University. The language of instruction for the program is Turkish, and the duration of study is planned to cover coursework, qualification, and thesis phases.
The program operates within the field of Educational Sciences and aims to provide advanced academic specialization in educational management, leadership, policy development, and organizational processes. Teaching, learning, and research processes are carried out in coordination between the relevant department and institute units; scientific production, research, and thesis work are conducted in accordance with academic standards.
Within this framework, the program aims to train researchers and experts who can conduct original research in the field of education, produce theoretical and applied knowledge, and assume academic and managerial leadership roles.
Message from the Program Director
The Doctoral Program in Educational Administration, conducted within the Graduate Education and Research Institute of Cyprus Aydın University, aims to train academics and experts who possess advanced theoretical knowledge in educational administration, are capable of conducting independent research, and can make original scientific contributions to the field. It is widely accepted that the quality of today’s education systems is directly related to a management approach based on scientific foundations and strong leadership practices. Accordingly, our program adopts a research-oriented and critical academic approach.
During the program, doctoral students are supported in their ability to analyze educational policies, organizational structures, and administrative processes in a multidimensional manner and to develop data-driven and sustainable solutions to complex educational problems. Scientific research methods, ethical principles, and academic writing standards are applied to strengthen students’ independent thinking and original knowledge production skills. The thesis work, as a fundamental component of the program, enables students to conduct research that can contribute at the national and international levels.
Our department is based on the principles of quality assurance, academic rigor, and continuous development, maintaining a strong research culture and a collaborative and productive academic environment. The aim is to train researchers who can take on leadership roles in education, have a high sense of scientific responsibility, and contribute to society.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Yaşar Kılıç
Program Overview
The Doctoral Program in Educational Administration is conducted in line with a postgraduate education approach that examines the management, leadership, and policy processes of educational institutions at an advanced level, integrating theoretical depth with scientific research. The program aims to critically and analytically evaluate the structural, organizational, and managerial dimensions of education systems and to produce knowledge specific to the field.
The program’s academic approach is based on developing the competencies to conduct independent research, develop theory, and produce scientific solutions to complex educational problems. In this regard, students’ advanced research skills, academic writing competencies, and scientific ethical understanding are systematically developed. The thesis process is positioned as the fundamental tool for original and high-quality scientific contribution.
The program’s distinguishing features include its research-oriented structure, academic guidance support, and the strong link established between theory and practice. Thanks to this structure, graduates are expected to become researchers equipped to take on academic roles in higher education institutions and to assume responsibilities requiring expertise in educational policies and management processes.
Purpose and Objectives
The primary purpose of the Doctoral Program in Educational Administration is to train researchers who possess advanced theoretical knowledge in the field of educational administration, are capable of conducting original and independent research, can contribute scientifically to the field, and can assume academic leadership roles. The program is structured in line with the Turkey Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) Level 8 qualifications and the university’s research-oriented education vision.
In this regard, the program’s objectives are outlined below:
• To provide advanced theoretical and practical expertise in the field of educational administration,
• To develop the competence to design independent research, collect data, analyze it, and produce original scientific output,
• To provide the ability to evaluate educational policies and management processes in a multidimensional and critical manner,
• Ensuring academic competence to publish nationally and internationally,
• Strengthening academic ethics, scientific responsibility, and social contribution awareness,
• Providing scientific training at a level enabling graduates to undertake teaching, research, and academic leadership roles in higher education institutions.
In line with these objectives, graduates are expected to become researchers who generate knowledge in the field of education management, contribute to policy development processes, and guide the academic community.
Accreditations
The Doctorate Program in Education Management is conducted within the Cyprus Aydın University Graduate School of Education and Research in accordance with the national higher education legislation and quality assurance principles in force. The program’s education, teaching, and research processes are regularly monitored and evaluated within the scope of the university’s internal quality assurance system, and continuous improvement efforts are carried out.
The program is structured in line with the Turkey Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) Level 8 qualifications. Academic standards, the qualification process, and thesis work are planned within the framework of relevant legislation and institutional quality policies.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Doctoral Program in Educational Administration have academic and managerial career opportunities in line with their advanced expertise and research competencies in the field of educational administration. Graduates can work as faculty members and researchers at higher education institutions and participate in scientific research, publication, and project development activities.
In addition, they can take on responsibilities in specialized roles such as senior management, planning, policy development, quality assurance, and auditing in public and private educational institutions. Consulting, strategic planning, and research and development work in the field of education are also among the career options for graduates.
The program aims to train graduates as researchers equipped with the skills to take on leadership and expertise roles both in academia and at different levels of the education system.
Graduates
Graduates of the Doctoral Program in Educational Administration undertake academic and administrative roles in the field of educational administration; they continue their research, teaching, and leadership activities in various educational institutions, primarily higher education institutions. Graduates’ academic publications, projects, and professional achievements are considered important indicators of the program’s quality.
Communication between the program and its graduates is maintained regularly through the university’s graduate information system and digital communication channels. Feedback on graduates’ career development and program competencies is systematically monitored; the data obtained is used to improve education, teaching, and research processes.
Furthermore, graduates are encouraged to participate in scientific events, academic collaborations, and department activities; sharing their experience and expertise with current students is supported. In this regard, the aim is to establish a strong and sustainable alumni network.
Program Accreditation Type
Learning and Assessment
Admission Requirements
The application and admission procedures for the Doctorate Program in Educational Management are conducted in accordance with the regulations of the Cyprus Aydın University Graduate School of Education and Research and the applicable national higher education regulations.
Applicants to the program must hold a thesis-based master’s degree. Applicants’ academic performance, undergraduate and graduate grade point averages, scientific qualifications, and application documents are evaluated by the relevant academic committees. Where deemed necessary, scientific evaluation, written/oral exams, or interviews may be conducted. Foreign language proficiency and other requirements are determined in accordance with relevant regulations and institute decisions.
Detailed information regarding the application schedule and current admission requirements is announced on the university’s official website and through announcements by the Institute of Graduate Education and Research.
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements for TRNC Nationality Students
Admission Requirements for Foreign Nationality Students
Admission, Recognition, and Transfers
Admission, recognition, and transfer procedures in the Doctorate Program in Educational Management are conducted in accordance with the regulations of the Cyprus Aydın University Graduate School of Education and Research and the applicable national higher education regulations.
Applications for lateral transfers from doctoral programs at other higher education institutions are evaluated by the relevant academic committees, taking into account the applicants’ academic background, performance, and previously completed work. Course content and credit compatibility are taken into account; exemptions and equivalency procedures may be carried out for courses deemed appropriate.
Applications for the recognition of prior learning are examined based on documentation and decided upon within the framework of the principle of equivalence. All processes are conducted in accordance with the principles of transparency, academic competence, and quality assurance.
About Admission, Recognition, and Transfers
Horizontal and Vertical Transfer Guidelines
Exemption and Adjustment Guidelines
Students
In the Doctoral Program in Educational Administration, the active participation of students in academic and administrative processes is emphasized; the goal is to maintain a participatory and transparent educational environment. In this context, students can convey their opinions and suggestions to the relevant committees through representation mechanisms at the institute and departmental levels.
Feedback on the program’s teaching, learning, and research processes is collected through course evaluation surveys, academic advising meetings, and regular communication channels; the data obtained is evaluated as part of quality improvement efforts. This ensures the continuous development of the program.
Furthermore, students are encouraged to actively participate in the program through seminars, scientific events, research projects, and academic work; a research environment that supports academic productivity is provided. Thanks to this structure, a student-centered and interaction-based doctoral education is maintained.
Students
Staff
| Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Yaşar KILIÇ | Head of Department |
| Prof. Dr. Tokay GedikoÄŸlu | Faculty Member |
| Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Münir Acuner | Faculty Member |
Alumni
We place great importance on maintaining communication with graduates of the Doctoral Program in Educational Management and strengthening the interaction between graduates and the program. Communication with graduates is maintained regularly through the university’s graduate information system and various digital communication channels.
Graduates’ academic and professional career development, the institutions they work for, and their scientific studies are monitored at regular intervals; the feedback obtained is used to improve the program’s education, teaching, and research processes. In this way, the alignment of program outcomes with academic and sectoral requirements is continuously evaluated.
Furthermore, graduates are encouraged to participate in scientific events, academic collaborations, and department activities; they are supported in sharing their experiences with current students. In this regard, the aim is to establish a strong and sustainable alumni network.
Alumni and Members Association
Employers and Industry Stakeholders
The Doctoral Program in Education Management is conducted in collaboration with public institutions, private educational organizations, and higher education institutions in the field of education. Academic cooperation and knowledge sharing with various stakeholders are essential to strengthening the program’s research and policy development dimensions.
Opinions and suggestions received from external stakeholders are taken into account in the program’s development and updating processes; academic studies are supported in line with the current needs and expectations of education systems. Furthermore, institutional interaction is encouraged through scientific meetings, joint projects, and academic events.
Within this framework, the program aims to maintain a sustainable, mutually beneficial, and research-oriented cooperation structure with the sector.
Academic Staff
Infrastructure and Physical Facilities
Events
News and Announcements
An article co-authored by RPD Department Chair Assoc. Prof. Bedriye YILMAZ ALICI and Prof. Erkan IÅžIK has been published in BMC Psychology, an SSCI-indexed Q1 journal.
An article co-authored by Prof. Dr. Tokay GEDİKOĞLU, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Y. KILIÇ, and Aşkın YÜCEKAYALAR, a doctoral student in Educational Administration, all members of the academic staff of the Faculty of Educational Sciences, has been published in the SSCI-indexed journal Sustainability.
The article co-authored by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet M. ACUNER, a member of the Faculty of Educational Sciences, and Birgül GÜRBÜZER, a doctoral student in Educational Management, has been published in the SSCI-indexed Sustainability journal.
Contact Information
Tel: +90 392 60 00 00
Fax: 0392 60 20 00
Program Director E-Mail: @cau.edu.tr