MANAGEMENT TRAINING IN ANKARA
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Ankara – Capital of Turkiye
Ankara is the capital city of Türkiye and the second-largest city in the country after Istanbul. Located in the central Anatolian region, Ankara serves as the political and administrative heart of Türkiye. It is the seat of the Grand National Assembly, the Presidency, and all government ministries, foreign embassies, and international missions. While it may not have the population size or commercial bustle of Istanbul, Ankara plays an equally crucial role in Türkiye’s national framework.
Population and Demographics
As of 2025, Ankara has a population of approximately 5.8 million people, making it one of the largest metropolitan areas in Europe. The population is relatively young (median age 34), educated, and urbanized, with many residents employed in government, academia, technology, and services.
Importance to Türkiye and the Economy
Ankara is primarily known as a governance and policymaking center, but it also plays a key role in defense, international diplomacy, and public sector innovation. It houses the headquarters of major regulatory institutions such as:
- The Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye
- The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK)
- The Competition Authority
- The Undersecretariat for Defense Industries (SSB)
Ankara is also significant for foreign affairs and diplomacy, hosting over 130 embassies and international organizations. This makes the city an important hub for international negotiations, trade missions, and global policy dialogues.
While Istanbul may dominate in commerce and finance, Ankara drives the policy and regulatory environment that underpins Türkiye’s economic direction, foreign policy, education systems, and defense strategies.
Ankara Economy and Key Industries
Ankara’s economy is driven by a combination of public sector employment, defense and aerospace, education, health services, and emerging sectors like ICT and innovation-driven R&D. In recent years, Ankara has made a deliberate push to diversify its economic base beyond the public sector and invest in entrepreneurship and high-value industries. Key Economic Sectors include:
Government and Public Administration
As the nation’s capital, public administration is the largest employment sector in Ankara. Tens of thousands of civil servants, policymakers, legal professionals, and regulatory experts work in the city.
- Senior Civil Servants and Policy Advisors earn between 50,000 and 90,000 TRY/month.
- High-level roles in ministries, diplomatic missions, and regulatory bodies are prestigious and competitive.
Defense, Aerospace, and Security Technologies
Ankara is Türkiye’s defense and aerospace capital, home to major state-owned and private firms including:
- Aselsan (defense electronics)
- TAI – Turkish Aerospace Industries
- Roketsan (rocketry and missiles)
- HAVELSAN (software and systems integration)
These companies are heavily involved in national defense, UAV production, cyber technologies, and R&D.
- Engineering Directors and Program Managers in this sector earn 70,000–120,000 TRY/month, with additional benefits for security clearance or international project involvement.
Education, Research, and Healthcare
Ankara has one of the highest concentrations of universities, research centers, and hospitals in Türkiye. Major institutions like Hacettepe University Hospitals and Bilkent University’s research centers contribute to scientific advancement.
- University Deans and Hospital Directors may earn 80,000–150,000 TRY/month, especially in private institutions or large state universities.
- Professionals in education management and healthcare administration are in strong demand.
ICT and Innovation
Ankara is home to multiple tech parks (e.g., ODTÜ Teknokent, Bilkent Cyberpark) that support thousands of startups and SMEs focused on software, artificial intelligence, electronics, and smart systems.
- Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) or R&D Directors in growing firms earn 60,000–100,000 TRY/month, often with equity packages.
- Opportunities exist in project management, data science, and innovation leadership.
Business and Management Education in Ankara
Ankara is a leading center of tertiary education in Türkiye, with over 20 universities and more than 300,000 students enrolled across various disciplines. It has a strong emphasis on research, international collaboration, and advanced professional training, particularly in business, management, public policy, and technology.
Top Universities in Ankara Offering Business and Management Programs
Middle East Technical University (METU/ODTÜ)
- One of Türkiye’s most prestigious public universities.
- Offers internationally recognized programs in Business Administration, Economics, and Public Policy.
- Instruction language: English.
- Renowned for its ODTÜ Teknokent innovation zone, fostering business-education links.
- Private, research-intensive university with a strong international profile.
- The Faculty of Business Administration offers BSc, MBA, and Executive MBA programs.
- Accredited by AACSB, with many faculty holding PhDs from top global universities.
- Known for excellence in health, education, and social sciences.
- Offers business and management education through its Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences.
- Hosts advanced programs in Health Management, Public Administration, and Finance.
TOBB University of Economics and Technology
- Founded by the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye.
- Strong industry-university integration with an emphasis on entrepreneurship and cooperative education.
- Offers dual-degree programs, internships, and direct business mentorship.
- A Longstanding institution offering a broad range of business and public administration degrees.
- Well-suited for those aiming for public sector leadership or policy roles.
Business Education Trends in Ankara
- MBA and Executive MBA demand is rising, especially among professionals in public service, defense, and technology.
- English-medium programs are highly sought after by students aiming for international careers or multinational employment.
- Business schools are increasingly embedding innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability in their curricula.
- Universities are expanding international partnerships with European and American institutions, offering dual degrees and exchange opportunities.
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Ankara – A City of Opportunities
Ankara stands as an intellectual and strategic powerhouse of Türkiye. While Istanbul may dominate in finance and commerce, Ankara’s strengths lie in governance, education, defense, and technology. It is a city where future managers, policymakers, consultants, and innovators can develop the skills and networks they need to lead in a complex, globalized world.
With world-class universities, a growing innovation ecosystem, and a mature public service infrastructure, Ankara is an ideal destination for aspiring business and management professionals who are not only looking to succeed in the private sector but also shape policy, strategy, and leadership at the national and global levels.
Global Management Training in Ankara
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Popular Leadership and Management Courses in Ankara
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Personal Development for Strategic Leadership
Designed for senior managers, this course provides managers with the personal learning and development toolkit to plan for and manage the acquisition of the key strategic leadership competencies required to succeed in a senior executive role. |
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Developing a Strategic Plan
This course is the second of 3 courses in the Global Strategic Planning Program and will provide you and your team with the structure, guidance and resources to develop a strategic plan which is coherent, flexible and adaptive to current and future challenges and directions. |
Original price was: $129.$96Current price is: $96.
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Certificate in Ethical Leadership
Comprising 3 courses and 60+ hours of online learning, the professional certificate in ethical leadership program is designed to enable experienced senior managers, to acquire the knowledge and tools to lead ethical best practice and help create an organization culture committed to values of decency, equality, and integrity in business and support of local and global community values. |
$225
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Certificate in Customer Service Management
Learn how to successfully manage a service team, develop cohesive workplace and customer relationships, develop excellent communication skills, and improve your personal effectiveness as a manager. |
$325
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Foundations in LEAN 6 SIGMA
In this course you will learn about the principles underpinning Lean and 6 Sigma and how to carry out an assessment of the potential for a Lean improvement program in your organization. You will learn how to use several Lean tools and techniques to evaluate the potential for performance improvement, and to make the business case for investment in a Lean initiative. |
Original price was: $99.$74Current price is: $74.
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Certificate in Operations Management
This program is designed to enable new and experienced middle managers, to develop the skills and knowledge to manage the operations of a business unit. You will learn how to develop operational plans, develop and control operations budgets, plan for and manage the physical resources (materials, facilities and equipment), and develop and manage workforce plans |
$260
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Certificate in Agile Project Management
The Global Certificate in Agile Project Management is an intensive suite of 4 courses, designed to enable experienced middle managers and operations professionals to develop the knowledge and skills with which to plan, lead and manage projects in the organization, using best practice agile management principles. |
$280
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Certificate in Managing Business Improvement
This program provides experienced managers with the knowledge to make the business case for, plan for and successfully implement a Lean Six Sigma Improvement program. Learn the principles of quality improvement, including Kaizen, lean 6 Sigma and TQM. Learn how to manage the human resources, and logistics to successfully implement a Lean Improvement program. |
$280
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Managing Materials and Equipment
In this course, you will learn how to identify the physical resource needs of your department, coordinate the purchase of materials and equipment, and how to plan for and maintain the required stock levels to ensure efficiency operations, and the principles of stock control. You will also learn about the principles of preventative and schedule maintenance, how to conduct an equipment risk analysis, and develop a basic maintenance schedule for your equipment. |
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Managing Projects in the Organization
This course in Managing Projects in the Organization is designed for people managing small to medium scale business projects, or for those team leaders or managers who are in need of a hands on introduction to the concepts, methods and techniques of project management. |
Original price was: $109.$81Current price is: $81.
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Certificate in Human Resources Management
Comprising 5 courses and 100 hours of e-learning, the Certificate in Human Resources Management is designed to enable experienced middle managers and Human Resources professionals to develop the knowledge and skills with which to successfully manage the human resources activities of a business unit. |
$325
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Certificate in Managing Employee Performance and Development
Transform your management practice with the Global Professional Certificate in Managing Employee Performance and Development. Rapidly gain the skills and knowledge to improve the performance of your people and create an empowered, motivated and performance-focused team. |
$185
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Managing Bullying and Harassment
This comprehensive course provides managers and HR professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively identify, prevent, and address bullying and harassment, ensuring a safe and respectful workplace. |
$109
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Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring
Comprising 3 courses, the Global Professional Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring will provide managers, consultants and H-R professionals with the knowledge, skills and tools to develop and deliver effective coaching and mentoring programs within the organization. |
$275
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Managing Employee Performance
This course will enable you to learn techniques to plan for and manage employee performance, and the communication and other techniques required to manage successful performance interview and employee development planning meetings. |
Original price was: $99.$74Current price is: $74.
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Managing Equality and Diversity in the Workplace
This course will help managers understand the core principles of diversity management, and to recognize the benefits of diversity within workplaces. You will learn how to cope with diversity challenges at work, and learn to how to promote equality in the workplace, in line with legislation and management best practice. |
Original price was: $109.$81Current price is: $81.
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Strategic Human Resources Management
In this course, managers will acquire a broad understanding of the theoretical foundations of Strategic HRM, and the best practices applied in leading and managing people to support sustainable growth while attracting and retaining talent within the organization. |
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Managing Change in the Workplace
The course is designed for managers planning to undertake a change a change initiative within the organization, or those leading a team that is experiencing change and want to understand how the team can maximize its contribution during the change process. |
Original price was: $109.$81Current price is: $81.
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Accounting Foundations
This comprehensive course is designed for managers and staff who require a detailed understanding of accounting - including non-financial managers and executives, budget holders, accounts personnel and support staff working with accounts. |
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Advanced Certificate in Business Administration
The ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT comprises 8 courses, designed to provide newly appointed and aspiring Business Administration supervisor with the knowledge and skills to take up a first-line management role in business administration (Office Manager, Assistant Manager, Program Manager, Office Supervisor) within your organization.
On successful completion of this program, candidates will be awarded the CERTIFIED OFFICE MANAGER professional credential. |
$470
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