Kadir Has University international alumni success: What recruiters and admissions teams need to know

At-a-glance indicators of success

• Global academic recognition: ranked among the top institutions worldwide in Business & Economics (top 600) and Social Sciences (top 800) in recent subject-level international rankings.
• Awards and distinctions: alumni and recent graduates win international awards across disciplines — from molecular biology and genetics research to film and media festival prizes.
• A global alumni network: 15,000+ alumni, representing 50+ nationalities, active across Europe, Asia and beyond.
• Practical, early engagement with industry: emphasis on research and industry projects beginning in year one, enabling employable graduates with demonstrable portfolios.
• Cross-disciplinary preparation: double majors, minors and exchange programs produce flexible candidates for interdisciplinary roles.

These indicators matter to recruiters and admissions teams because they signal:

• Reliability: consistent rankings and awards validate program quality.
• Employability: project-based learning and early industry exposure reduce time-to-productivity for employers.
• Reach: an international alumni base supports global recruitment, referrals and partnerships.

Where Kadir Has alumni excel — sector breakdown

• Business & Economics: graduates are competitive in global finance, consulting and entrepreneurship due to robust coursework, internships and international case competitions.
• Social Sciences & Public Policy: alumni engage in research, NGOs and think tanks with cross-border impact, aided by exchange programs and sector mentorships.
• Science & Research: award-winning work in molecular biology and genetics demonstrates strong research supervision and lab opportunities.
• Creative Industries: film, media and design alumni achieve recognition at international festivals, reflecting strong studio-based learning and industry collaborations.
• Sustainability & Innovation: alumni contribute to sustainable cities, gender equality initiatives and industry innovation, guided by interdisciplinary projects.

Why the Kadir Has model scales internationally

Kadir Has combines:

• Early, applied learning (projects and research from year one)
• Internationalization (English-language programs, exchanges, scholarships)
• Cross-cutting academic structures (double majors, minors)
• Dedicated student support (scholarships, career services, mentorship)

For recruiters and admissions teams, this model produces candidates who are ready for global roles, adaptable across sectors, and supported by an engaged alumni network — all features that reduce recruitment friction and increase conversion of international prospects.

Evidence of impact — rankings, awards, network and employability

Rankings and external validation

Consistent placement in subject-level global rankings for Business & Economics and Social Sciences indicates academic rigor and international reputation. For prospective international students, rankings are an important trust signal. For recruiters and admissions teams, rankings support messaging and institutional positioning in markets where reputation drives applicant decisions.

Awards and international achievements

Alumni achievements include:

• Scientific recognitions in molecular biology and genetics
• Film and media awards at international festivals
• Competitive placements in research and entrepreneurship competitions

These success stories function as high-value content for marketing, recruitment campaigns and alumni engagement initiatives. Recruiters can use alumni award narratives to demonstrate graduate outcomes in brochures, webinars and targeted email sequences.

A global alumni network as a recruitment multiplier

With 15,000+ alumni across multiple continents, Kadir Has’s network can:

• Act as regional ambassadors for student recruitment
• Provide industry placement opportunities and internships
• Mentor current students through structured alumni programmes

Study in Turkiye can help partners operationalize alumni-led recruitment by implementing workflows, alumni databases and event coordination tools to convert alumni influence into measurable leads and enrollments.

Translating alumni success into actionable strategies for stakeholders

For international student recruiters and agencies

• Prioritize program-level outcomes: Promote subject-level rankings (Business & Economics, Social Sciences) and specific award-winning alumni in targeted markets. Create vertical marketing assets (e.g., “Kadir Has alumni in finance”) that align with employer needs.
• Build alumni ambassador programs: Recruit alumni in target geographies as local ambassadors for webinars, fairs and social campaigns. Compensate and certify ambassadors with micro-credentials or honoraria.
• Use project evidence in recruitment: Showcase student projects, research posters and festival winners as part of applications and scholarship pitches.
• Leverage automation: Deploy CRM sequences, segmented by discipline and nationality, to nurture prospective students from inquiry to application. Automate document checklists, reminders and scholarship eligibility communications to reduce drop-off.

For university admissions and HR teams

• Strengthen pathways from campus to employer: Formalize internship-to-hire pipelines with industry partners and alumni employers. Use capstone projects as recruitment hooks for employers looking for job-ready talent.
• Measure outcomes and tell the story: Track alumni placements, awards, and employer testimonials. Publish subject-level outcomes and alumni stories for use in admissions materials.
• Build interdisciplinary recruitment plays: Promote double major/minor options to students who want differentiated international careers. Collaborate with departments such as those at Medipol University for health sciences or Uskudar University for social sciences where synergies exist.

For marketing professionals in education

• Create content around alumni journeys: Produce long-form case studies and short video testimonials featuring award-winning graduates. Emphasize “learning by experience” and international placements.
• Target employer-branded campaigns: Co-create campaigns with industry partners to highlight placement success and research collaborations.
• Optimize for search and conversion: Use keywords around “study in Turkiye,” “international study,” and program-specific rankings. Implement localized landing pages and multi-language content to improve international SEO.

How Study in Turkiye helps translate Kadir Has alumni outcomes into scalable results

Recruitment automation and CRM

Study in Turkiye provides tailored automation solutions that nurture leads through SEO-driven landing pages and multi-language email sequences. Track conversion metrics from inquiry to enrollment, integrate scholarship workflows and document validation to minimize friction.

International partnerships and agent management

Our agent onboarding and partner management services enable universities to expand reach through certified local agents, measure regional performance and ROI, and provide agents with branded recruitment collateral and training.

Content, employer engagement and alumni activation

We help partners craft high-impact alumni narratives tailored to employer audiences, employer outreach programs that convert academic projects to internships and hires, and scalable alumni ambassador programmes with communication and incentives management.

Take the Next Step with Study in Turkiye

Kadir Has University international alumni success is a practical model for institutions and recruiters aiming to produce globally competitive graduates. If you are an admissions leader, recruiter or agency seeking to convert Kadir Has-style alumni success into measurable enrollments and partnerships, contact Study in Turkiye to design a bespoke plan.