VISION

The Strategic Research Center (SRC) of OSTİM Technical University aims to conduct research, analysis, and evaluations through scientific methods by addressing Türkiye’s global, regional, bilateral, and multilateral international relations across their historical, cultural, political, economic, socio-political, legal, sociological, geopolitical, and strategic dimensions. 

Within this scope, organizing educational activities, hosting academic events such as conferences, workshops, and symposiums, and preparing or commissioning analytical reports when necessary are also considered among the core duties of the Center.​

At the core of SRC’s primary research areas lie economic policies, development processes and models, and industrial strategies. In this context, the Center examines the impacts of industrial production policies and economic planning, while contributing to the advancement of cluster models, industrial zones, and sectoral value and supply chains. Additionally, it supports the transfer and dissemination of best practice models related to national, regional, and sectoral development.

The Center conducts research aimed at developing original, needs-based model designs and carries out comparative studies on the agriculture and service sectors within the context of industrial policy and economic development. It provides research support and resources to scholars and fosters cooperation with public institutions, the private sector, civil society, and professional organizations. Within this framework, the Center delivers consultancy, guidance, and practice-oriented services.

SRC also contributes to the content and curricula of OSTİM Technical University’s undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and continuing education programs, while promoting the integration of academic research with international cooperation networks and organizations. In this way, the Center provides direct scientific and strategic contributions to academia, industry, and policy-making processes alike.