Bahadır Karakoç | Corporate Finance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Bahadır Karakoç | Corporate Finance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Faculty Member at Samsun University , Turkey

Dr. Bahadır Karakoç 📊🎓 is a distinguished academic in corporate finance and financial economics. He earned his PhD in Business Administration (2019) from Boğaziçi University, an MSc in Finance (2012) from Drexel University (USA), and a Bachelor’s in Accounting and Finance (2008) from Gazi University. Currently, he serves as a faculty member at Samsun University, following roles at Muş Alparslan University. His research focuses on trade credit, liquidity, and corporate investment, with numerous publications in high-impact journals. He received the Ministry of National Education Scholarship (YLSY) and was on the High Honor Roll at Gazi University. ✨📈

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Academic Background 🎓📊

Dr. Bahadır Karakoç holds a PhD in Business Administration (2019) from Boğaziçi University, Istanbul, specializing in corporate finance and financial economics. He earned an MSc in Finance (2012) from Drexel University, USA, supported by the Ministry of National Education Scholarship (YLSY) for academic excellence abroad. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance Education (2008) from Gazi University, Ankara, where he graduated with High Honor Roll distinction. With a strong foundation in finance and economics, he continues to contribute significantly to research and education in the field. 📈📚

Professional Experience & Expertise 📊🏛️

Dr. Bahadır Karakoç specializes in corporate finance and financial economics, contributing significantly to academia and research. He is currently a faculty member at the Department of Economics and Finance, Samsun University (2022 – Present). Previously, he served as a faculty member in the Department of International Trade and Business Administration at Muş Alparslan University (2019 – 2022). His academic career began as a research assistant in the Department of Business Administration (2013 – 2019). Through his expertise in finance, he continues to shape the next generation of financial professionals. 📈🎓

Research Focus 🎯📊

Dr. Bahadır Karakoç’s research primarily focuses on corporate finance and financial economics, with an emphasis on trade credit, capital markets, and financial investment instruments. His work explores liquidity management, credit sales, and financial performance, particularly in developing economies. Through his teaching in financial management, investment analysis, and financial statement analysis, he integrates practical insights into his research. Recognized with academic honors, including the YLSY Scholarship and High Honor Roll at Gazi University, he continues to contribute to understanding financial decision-making, risk assessment, and capital structure strategies in business environments. 📈🏦

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Tuğrul Toker | Financial analysis | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tuğrul Toker | Financial analysis | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tuğrul Toker, Atılım Üniversitesi, Turkey

Mr. Tuğrul Toker is a dedicated Research Assistant in Tourism Management at Atılım University, Ankara, Türkiye. He holds a Ph.D. (ongoing) in Management and an M.A. in Tourism Management from Atılım University, along with a bachelor’s degree in Tourism Administration from Boğaziçi University. His research focuses on finance, managerial accounting, and tourism marketing. 📈📊 Mr. Toker has published impactful research in top-tier journals, including the International Journal of Hospitality Management (SSCI/Q1), and presented at international conferences. His professional background includes leadership roles at Hilton, JW Marriott, and Holiday Inn, showcasing extensive expertise in hospitality operations and finance. 💼🏨

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Educational Background 🎓📚

Mr. Tuğrul Toker has built a strong academic foundation in tourism and management. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Management (English) at Atılım University, reflecting his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field. From 2021 to 2023, he completed his M.A. in Tourism Management at Atılım University, where he gained specialized insights into the tourism industry. His academic journey began at Boğaziçi University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Tourism Administration (2006–2011) from the School of Applied Sciences. 🌍✨

Academic Positions 🏫📖

Mr. Tuğrul Toker has been serving as a Research Assistant in the Department of Tourism Management at Atılım University, Türkiye. In this role, he contributes to academic research, supports faculty in teaching activities, and actively participates in developing innovative studies in tourism and hospitality. 🌍📚 His position allows him to merge his extensive industry experience with academic insights, fostering a deeper understanding of tourism management. This role exemplifies his dedication to advancing research and knowledge in the field, preparing future professionals for success in the global tourism industry. 🏨✨

 

Research Interests 📊🌍

Mr. Tuğrul Toker’s research interests lie at the intersection of finance, managerial accounting, and tourism marketing. 📈💼 He explores innovative strategies to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency in the hospitality and tourism sectors. His focus on finance and managerial accounting aims to develop tools for profitability analysis and decision-making within tourism enterprises. Simultaneously, his passion for tourism marketing drives his efforts to understand consumer behavior and create impactful marketing strategies for the industry. 🌟🛎️

Research Focus 📚🌍

Mr. Tuğrul Toker’s research primarily centers on tourism management, with a strong emphasis on profitability analysis, consumer behavior, and cultural tourism. 🏨📈 His work includes developing tools like the operating profit flow method for hospitality enterprises and exploring the impact of individual traits on consumer behavior in luxury hotel markets. 💼✨He also contributes to faith and cultural tourism, analyzing events like Mevlana’s commemorations and historical sites like Sardis and Aya Tekla. His interdisciplinary focus extends to the environmental effects of tourism, such as wildfire impacts. 🌳🔥This blend of finance, marketing, and cultural insights defines his academic contributions. 🌟📖

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The operating profit flow method as a profitability analysis tool for hospitality enterprises 🏨📈

Published: 2025
Sardis Antik Kenti Kazıları 🏛️🌍

Published: 2024
Aya Tekla Yeraltı Kilisesi ⛪📖

Published: 2024 | Cited by: [Pending]
Otel Müdürü 🏨📋

Published: 2024
Exploring the relationship between individual traits, conspicuous consumption, and consumer behavior in the luxury hotel industry 💼✨

Published: 2024
Turizm işletmelerinde bir kârlılık analizi yöntemi olarak faaliyet kârı akımı metodu 📊🏨

Published: 2023
Birthday Commemoration Events for a Religious Leader: Mevlana’s Birthday Events and Bringing These Events to Van Tourism 🌟🎉

Published: 2022
Orman Yangınlarının Turizmin Gelişimi Üzerindeki Etkisi 🔥🌳

Published: 2021