Global Skill Certification Opportunity for Students via BAU and Coursera Partnership
Bahçeşehir University (BAU) is offering its students the opportunity to earn world-class skill certifications through its ongoing two-year partnership with the global online learning platform, Coursera. The collaboration highlights a modern job market where employers value practical skills and international certifications as much as traditional diplomas.
BAU Rector Prof. Dr. Esra Hatipoğlu emphasized that young individuals open to continuous learning are the most valuable resource:
"Our mission at Bahçeşehir University is to equip our students not only with academic knowledge but also with career skills that are valid on a global scale. Through this partnership with Coursera, our students gain access to world-class educational content and earn industry-recognized certificates that enhance their employability. This collaboration is a reflection of BAU’s vision to make high-quality education accessible anytime and anywhere."
Increasing Value of Micro-Credentials
Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera, visited Bahçeşehir University to meet with Vice Rectors Prof. Dr. Ahmet Beşkese, Prof. Dr. Tunç Bozbura, and faculty deans. Stein noted that micro-credentials in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Project Management, and Cybersecurity are becoming increasingly valuable in the professional world.
Stein shared striking insights regarding the Turkish job market:
99% of employers in Türkiye state that micro-credentials strengthen a candidate’s application.
95% of employers are willing to offer higher starting salaries to graduates who hold these certifications.
Participation in Generative AI (GenAI) courses has increased by 100%.
90% of students in Türkiye believe that professional certifications will significantly contribute to their job search success.
According to Stein, in a job market rapidly shaped by digital transformation, employers prioritize practical skills alongside academic foundations.
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