Duygu Halifeoğlu, a graduate of Yeditepe University’s Bachelor’s Program in Information Systems and Technologies, continued her academic journey at an international level through the Yeditepe University Integrated Marketing Communication (MBA – Thesis) program and the University of North Carolina Wilmington – International Marketing (MBA) program, both of which she was admitted to with a 100% scholarship. Throughout her education, she built a strong theoretical foundation in marketing, management, communication, and business development.
She began her career by taking an active role in the establishment of Yeditepe University’s Career and Personal Development Office, where she assumed responsibilities in university–industry collaborations, career development projects, planning personal development training programs, and budget management processes. She later served at the same institution as Career Development and Alumni Manager, 4×4 Lifelong Learning Coordinator and Founder, and Member of the Entrepreneurship Commission. During this period, she organized over 140 soft skills trainings, events, and development programs, and established sustainable institution-wide systems in the areas of education, alumni relations, lifelong learning, and leadership development.
Supporting her professional experience within the corporate world, Duygu worked as a Marketing Intern at Shell, gaining experience in pre-sales strategies, brand management, logistics processes, and corporate partnerships. She also served as an MS Project Consultant at Koç Holding – TURMEPA, where she developed process and project management infrastructures for non-governmental organization initiatives.
Specializing in coaching and leadership development, Duygu Halifeoğlu holds the title of ICF & EMCC Certified Professional Coach. Through certifications obtained from institutions such as Eternal Coaching & Mentoring Academy, Sürmeli & Partners, and Taurus Group Consulting, she has gained professional expertise in competency-based interview techniques, leadership development, and talent management. With an approach that integrates academia, the corporate world, and individual development, she continues to create value in the fields of education, coaching, and career development.