The University Protocol Executive Board (ÜPYK) Meeting was held

In the opening of the meeting, our Rector Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Dalgar stated that strengthening university-industry collaboration, popularizing applied education models, and preparing students for the workforce before graduation are among the primary goals of our university. He expressed that the ongoing efforts contribute to regional development, support the training of qualified human resources, and increase the employability of graduates.

During the meeting, a comprehensive presentation was made regarding the activities carried out in our university's vocational schools by the Vocational Schools Coordination. The presentation included information on the current status of applied education, internships, and vocational training processes in businesses, department/program-sector matching studies, new program openings and program update activities, efforts for part-time employment of students in sectors, scholarship processes, and the activities of Program Executive Boards (PYK).

Additionally, the presentation shared the studies conducted regarding the accredited programs within the quality-focused development process of our vocational schools, ongoing accreditation applications, programs that have undergone transformation, and name changes made in line with thematic studies. Furthermore, the board members were informed about the protocols carried out within the applied education model, sector collaborations, and activities aimed at updating educational programs.

Continuing the meeting, Burdur Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Yusuf Keyik, Bucak Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Hasan Yalçın Meçikoğlu, and Burdur Commodity Exchange President Ömer Faruk Gündüzalp shared their evaluations and the expectations of the business world. Sector representatives expressed their views and suggestions regarding the more effective matching of departments and programs with businesses, the development of applied education processes, increasing opportunities for students to gain work experience, and further strengthening university-industry collaborations.

Additionally, the meeting evaluated the department/program-sector matching studies conducted in the Spring Semester of the 2025-2026 Academic Year, new program proposals and program updates, activities aimed at developing part-time work opportunities for students in relevant sectors, and scholarship processes. The periodic activity reports of the Program Executive Boards (PYK) were discussed, addressing the issues encountered during the implementation process and evaluating proposed solutions.

The meeting concluded with wishes and hopes after emphasizing that efforts to further develop collaboration between the university and the industry, strengthen applied education processes, and support the professional development of students in line with an employment-oriented education understanding will be continued with determination.