QUALITY
Objective 1: Education and Teaching
A.1. By leveraging current educational programs, adopt a student-centered approach to continuously improve the quality of education at the associate, undergraduate, and graduate levels, aiming to nurture lifelong learners and prepare them for life.
Goals and Performance Indicators
A.1.1. Update and diversify program curricula in accordance with innovations and developments, ensuring they meet the needs of individuals and society and align with the requirements of the modern age.
PI.1.1.1. Number of updated program curricula with contributions from stakeholders.
PI.1.1.2. Number of digital education applications (e.g., Web 2.0, KAÇD, Moodle, etc.).
PI.1.1.3. Number of programs currently undergoing accreditation and those that have completed the process.
PI.1.1.4. Number of students enrolled in double major and minor programs.
PI.1.1.5. Number of interdisciplinary courses offered.
A.1.2. Organize courses to ensure active student participation and provide opportunities for practical and distance education.
PI.1.2.1. Number of improvements made in the use of new technologies in educational processes.
PI.1.2.2. Number of training sessions organized to enhance the use of new technologies in teaching (train-the-trainer programs).
PI.1.2.3. Number of practical courses offered.
PI.1.2.4. Number of students undertaking internships.
PI.1.2.5. Percentage of courses offered via distance/hybrid learning.
A.1.3. Attract successful students and qualified teaching staff to the university.
PI.1.3.1. Success ranking in university entrance exams.
PI.1.3.2. Percentage of scholarship students in associate, undergraduate, and graduate programs.
PI.1.3.3. Number of teaching staff.
A.1.4. Enhance the physical and technological infrastructure for education, research, and social activities.
PI.1.4.1. Proportion of social spaces accessible to students (m²).
PI.1.4.2. Number of software updates.
PI.1.4.3. Number of computers available for student use in research facilities (on-campus).
PI.1.4.4. Number of books per student.
PI.1.4.5. Number of laboratories.
A.1.5. Create an accessible environment to ensure equal educational opportunities.
PI.1.5.1. Number of accessible buildings for individuals with disabilities.
PI.1.5.2. Number of educational tools adapted for accessibility.
PI.1.5.3. Number of physical facilities adapted for accessibility.
Objective 2: Research and Development
A.2. Encourage research in various academic fields to meet regional, national, and international needs, fostering a research culture across the institution and providing support and a conducive environment for academic staff.
Goals and Performance Indicators
A.2.1. Support and enhance the scientific endeavors of faculty members.
PI.2.1.1. Number of faculty members attending national and international conferences.
PI.2.1.2. Number of symposiums, conferences, and seminars organized at national and international levels.
PI.2.1.3. Number of faculty members benefiting from scientific research incentives.
PI.2.1.4. R&D expenditure as a percentage of annual student income.
A.2.2. Participate in institutional and external (national and international) supported R&D projects as project leaders or collaborators.
PI.2.2.1. Number of project participants and/or leaders in national/international projects.
PI.2.2.2. Number of scientific research projects.
A.2.3. Increase the number of national and international scientific publications.
PI.2.3.1. Number of publications in international journals indexed in SSCI, SCI, SCI-Expanded, or AHCI.
PI.2.3.2. Number of publications in international journals outside SSCI, SCI, SCI-Expanded, or AHCI.
PI.2.3.3. Number of articles published in national peer-reviewed journals.
PI.2.3.4. Number of books and book chapters published nationally and internationally.
A.2.4. Continuously improve the university's position in national and international rankings and evaluations.
PI.2.4.1. URAP (University Ranking by Academic Performance) ranking for foundation universities.
PI.2.4.2. Webometrics ranking (Turkey).
A.2.5. Enhance the library’s collection of electronic and printed materials and use advanced information technologies to support scientific productivity.
PI.2.5.1. Number of permanent publications.
PI.2.5.2. Number of periodicals.
PI.2.5.3. Number of databases.
Objective 3: Internationalization
A.3. Increase the level of internationalization and ensure its sustainability.
Goals and Performance Indicators
A.3.1. Increase the number of full-time international students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs.
PI.3.1.1. Number of international undergraduate and graduate students.
PI.3.1.2. Number of participation in international fairs and promotional events.
A.3.2. Increase the number of students and faculty involved in the ERASMUS+ exchange program.
PI.3.2.1. Number of incoming students in the ERASMUS+ exchange program.
PI.3.2.2. Number of outgoing students in the ERASMUS+ exchange program.
PI.3.2.3. Number of incoming faculty under the ERASMUS+ program.
PI.3.2.4. Number of outgoing faculty under the ERASMUS+ program.
A.3.3. Increase the number of qualified foreign faculty members.
PI.3.3.1. Number of foreign faculty members.
A.3.4. Increase the number of international agreements and projects to foster international collaborations.
PI.3.4.1. Number of international cooperation agreements/protocols.
PI.3.4.2. Number of international collaboration-supported projects (e.g., EU).
A.3.5. Support and increase international events.
PI.3.5.1. Number of international events organized (e.g., seminars, workshops, conferences, panels).
PI.3.5.2. Number of international events attended.
Objective 4: Societal Contribution
A.4. Strengthen the university’s contribution to society by collaborating with various societal institutions in social, cultural, and economic domains through regional and national projects.
Goals and Performance Indicators
A.4.1. Raise awareness of social responsibility across all stakeholders of the university.
PI.4.1.1. Number of social responsibility projects conducted by student clubs.
PI.4.1.2. Number of projects conducted by ÇAĞ SOSAM (Social Research and Application Center).
PI.4.1.3. Number of scientific studies on social responsibility.
A.4.2. Increase both the quantity and quality of continuous development activities and services.
PI.4.2.1. Number of training sessions provided by the Continuous Education Application and Research Center.
A.4.3. Increase the number of regional and national arts, culture, and other events organized by the university.
PI.4.3.1. Number of student community activities.
A.4.4. Collaborate with both public and private sector organizations to meet societal needs.
PI.4.4.1. Number of projects/activities conducted in collaboration with NGOs, institutions, and organizations.
PI.4.4.2. Number of protocols signed with NGOs, institutions, and organizations.
Objective 5: Governance
A.5. Develop and expand governance processes with stakeholder participation and ensure the implementation of quality management systems in all university units.
Goals and Performance Indicators
A.5.1. Use an effective archiving system in governance and decision-making processes.
PI.5.1.1. Number of ABYS (Electronic Archive Management System) setups and updates.
PI.5.1.2. Number of training modules related to the archiving system.
PI.5.1.3. Number of academic and administrative staff trained in the archiving system.
A.5.2. Increase staff satisfaction within the university.
PI.5.2.1. Academic staff satisfaction rate.
PI.5.2.2. Administrative staff satisfaction rate.
A.5.3. Systematically involve all stakeholders in decision-making processes.
PI.5.3.1. Number of stakeholder participation tools used in decision-making (e.g., surveys, interviews).
PI.5.3.2. Types of adjustments made based on stakeholder feedback.
A.5.4. Ensure the application of quality assurance systems across all university units.
PI.5.4.1. Number of quality committee meetings.
PI.5.4.2. Number of internal action plan reports.