Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy

Policy Statement

In combating bribery and corruption, Bahçeşehir University (BAU), in accordance with the Constitution of the Republic of Türkiye, will never permit the commission of crimes, corruption or bribery, and will not engage in such activities.

It is BAU's policy that all personnel and students conduct their work with integrity and without resorting to corrupt practices or acts of bribery for the purpose of gaining an unfair advantage.

BAU is committed to ensuring that high standards of integrity are applied across all areas of its activity and that all its work is conducted honestly and transparently.

Policy Principles

• BAU takes the necessary measures to prevent bribery and all forms of corruption at the University.
• No BAU personnel, student or related person may seek to obtain financial or any other benefit for the University through bribery.
• BAU members or related persons may not offer bribes for any purpose, make promises that would lead to corruption, or solicit or agree to accept bribes.
• The University prohibits all forms of fraud/corruption within the scope of its operations, and no University personnel or related person may engage in any form of corruption in connection with activities carried out within or on behalf of the University.
• University personnel who suspect that bribery or corruption has occurred are required to report such cases to the Director of Financial Affairs. The matter will be duly investigated, recorded and reported in accordance with the Financial Regulations and/or applicable procedures.
• Bribery and corruption committed by personnel will be treated as a serious disciplinary offense that may result in dismissal and legal action.