About Dr. Dilek Kurt

Professor Dr. Dilek Kurt is a renowned academic and thought leader in the fields of international business, digital transformation, and intercultural management. Based in Istanbul, she currently serves as Professor in the Department of International Business Management (German) at Yeditepe University. With a career that bridges academic theory, technological innovation, and cross-cultural practice, she has become a key voice in shaping how organizations adapt and thrive in the digital age.

Professor Kurt’s scholarly work focuses on how emerging technologies—particularly artificial intelligence and robotics—are redefining business processes, strategy, and leadership. She has published extensively on digital transformation and organizational studies, with notable works including the widely referenced Yönetim Biliminde 49 İnsan 49 Teori and articles such as The Rise of the Robot Economy. Her research is known for translating complex technological shifts into accessible, practical insights for managers and decision-makers.

Before joining Yeditepe University, she held academic appointments at the Turkish-German University, where she contributed to the Industrial Engineering Department. Her ability to work across disciplines and languages (Turkish and German) positions her as a bridge between cultures, systems, and institutions. She is a founding member of DİSÜDER (Digital Transformation Association) and serves as an independent board member for several institutions, where she advises on strategic and ethical leadership in the digital era.

Beyond her academic impact, Professor Kurt is an active public intellectual and event organizer. She frequently curates and participates in conferences and seminars on the future of work, leadership, and AI—topics central to both business education and policy. Her commitment to fostering global-minded, digitally literate leaders continues to influence a new generation of professionals and educators across Turkey and beyond.