Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi

What Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi does

Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi is a Turkish public state university located in Muş, in the Eastern Anatolia region of Turkey. It was established in 2007 under Law No. 5662 and operates under the regulatory oversight of the Higher Education Council (YÖK - Yükseköğretim Kurulu). The university serves the regional population of Eastern Anatolia with a primary focus on undergraduate and graduate education, including doctoral programs, and holds an officially designated "Pilot State University" status in the livestock and agriculture vertical.

The university's academic structure comprises 10 faculties, 2 graduate institutes, and 6 vocational schools distributed across districts, providing a broad range of educational programs with research centers in agriculture and livestock under its pilot-state mandate. The institution has built a digital infrastructure that includes OBS (Öğrenci Bilgi Sistemi - Student Information System), EBYS (Electronic Document Management System), UZEM (Distance Education Center), and supporting modules such as a Social Transcript system. The university operates a Revolving Fund (Döner Sermaye) business unit, a Technology Transfer Office (TTO), and participates in programs including "60+ Hayat Üniversitesi" (60+ Refreshment University), reflecting a layered service portfolio beyond core degree programs. ISO 27001 certification evidences a third-party-validated information security posture.

The revenue model is driven primarily by central government funding through the higher education budget, supplemented by tuition and fee income from domestic and international students, revolving fund operations, and research grants including an Erasmus+ award of €188,261. International student recruitment spans 21 countries, indicating a deliberate effort to broaden the customer base beyond the regional Eastern Anatolia catchment. Headcount is reported in the 1,001–5,000 employee band, consistent with a multi-faculty regional university in an active build-out phase.

Name

Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi

Legal name

Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi

Website

https://alparslan.edu.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi is a Turkish public state university in Muş, Turkey, offering undergraduate and graduate programs across 10 faculties, with a designated specialization in livestock and agriculture for the Eastern Anatolia region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Junior Colleges (6112)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Cooperative Education (Co-op) Technical Universities (EDAHAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA)

Keywords

• Higher education
• Academic research
• Vocational training
• Distance learning
• Continuing education

Headquarters

HQ city

Mus

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. State University Funding: Primary funding from Turkish government through YÖK (Higher Education Council), including operational budgets, research grants, and infrastructure investments
2. Tuition and Program Fees: Revenue from tuition fees for international students, postgraduate programs, and continuing education courses including SEM and distance learning programs
3. Revolving Fund Operations: Revenue-generating activities through university's commercial enterprises (İktisadi İşletmeler) and service contracts
4. Research and Project Funding: External funding through BAP (Scientific Research Projects), TÜBİTAK grants, EU projects, and industry partnerships

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi is a public state university in eastern Turkey offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across 10 faculties, 2 graduate institutes, and 6 vocational schools. It also delivers distance education, continuing education, senior learning programs, and agricultural/livestock research, supported by centralized student information, document management, and quality management systems.

Product overview

Muş Alparslan University operates as a comprehensive public university with an integrated digital ecosystem comprising multiple interconnected systems. The core infrastructure includes the Student Automation System (OBS) managing academic records and enrollment, the EBYS electronic document management system for administrative workflows, and the MAUN KYS quality management system for institutional compliance. Educational delivery is supported by UZEM (Distance Education Hub) and SEM (Continuing Education Center), while research capabilities are enhanced through the Central Research Laboratories, Technology Transfer Office (TTO), and BAP (Scientific Research Projects) coordination. Student services encompass KARGEM (Career Development Center), psychological support systems, and the Social Transcript System for tracking extracurricular achievements. International exchange is facilitated through Erasmus and other mobility programs, all integrated with national Turkish education systems including YÖK and ÖSYM.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Student Automation System (OBS) Comprehensive student information system managing enrollment, course registration, grade tracking, transcript generation, and student records across undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Electronic Document Management System (EBYS) Electronic document and workflow management system for administrative processes, correspondence, and official communications across the university.
• Distance Education Application and Research Hub (UZEM) Central hub for distance learning programs, online course delivery, and digital education services supporting remote student access.
• Continuing Education Application and Research Hub (SEM) Provides professional development courses, certification programs, and continuing education opportunities for students and community members.
• Central Research Laboratories (Merkezi Lab) Centralized laboratory facilities offering analysis services, testing, and research support across multiple scientific disciplines.
• Technology Transfer Office (TTO) Facilitates technology commercialization, intellectual property management, industry partnerships, and research collaboration with private sector.
• BAP Scientific Research Projects Coordinates and funds internal scientific research projects, providing grants and support for faculty research activities.
• Career Development Center (KARGEM) Provides career counseling, job placement services, professional development workshops, and connects students with employers.
• Library and Documentation Services University library services providing access to academic resources, digital repositories, interlibrary loan, and research support.
• Erasmus Student Exchange Program European student mobility program enabling international study and internship opportunities at partner universities.
• 60+ Refreshment University (Tazelenme University) Lifelong learning programs for adults aged 60 and above supporting active aging, social engagement, and intellectual stimulation.
• Pilot State University Coordinatorship in Livestock Designated pilot state university for livestock specialization, providing a unique regional development role in agricultural research and education.
• Vocational Schools Network (Associate Degree Programs) Two-year associate degree programs at six vocational schools in Bulanık, Malazgirt, Varto, and central districts providing accessible practical education regionally.
• Graduate Schools (Master's and Doctoral Programs) Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences and Graduate School of Social Sciences offering master's and doctoral programs including thesis and non-thesis tracks.
• Psychological Support Appointment System (PDRM) Online appointment scheduling system for psychological counseling and mental health support services for students.

Quantifiable outcome

• 250 international students from 21 countries enrolled
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Erasmus+ Program (European Union)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025University participates in Erasmus+ student and staff exchange programs with European universities. Received €188,261 Erasmus+ grant for international mobility activities. Also partner in Erasmus+ KA154 youth project.
• Farabi Exchange ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational student exchange program enabling mobility between Turkish universities for one or two semesters
• Mevlana Exchange ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational student and staff exchange program with universities in countries with Muslim populations worldwide
• Orhun Exchange ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTurkish World Exchange Program fostering academic cooperation with Turkic-speaking countries and Turkic communities
• TÜBİTAKcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerScientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey - primary national funding agency supporting university research through various grant programs and project support
• YÖK (Higher Education Council)coreOthersGoverning body for Turkish higher education providing regulatory oversight, funding allocation, and strategic direction for all Turkish universities
• Atatürk University Open Education FacultymajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvincial coordinators facilitate access to Atatürk University's open and distance education programs (AÖF, ATA-AÖF) serving students throughout the region
• Istanbul University Open Education FacultymajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvincial coordinators provide access to Istanbul University's open education programs and examination services
• MÜSİAD (Independent Industrialists' and Businessmen's Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMeeting held with MÜSİAD delegation to discuss agriculture, livestock, and regional development cooperation between university and business community
• Muş MunicipalityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partnership for regional development initiatives and community engagement activities

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Anadolu University: Major Turkish state university and Turkey's leading distance/open education provider. Comparable as a comprehensive state university with extensive distance learning infrastructure (AÖF) and continuing education programs at much larger scale.
• Hacettepe University: Major Turkish state research university in Ankara. Comparable as a comprehensive Turkish state university with extensive research infrastructure, multiple faculties, and national brand recognition - representing the upper-bound benchmark for state universities.
• Istanbul University: Historic Turkish state university (founded 1453) and one of the country's premier research universities. Comparable as a comprehensive Turkish state university with open education programs (AUZEF) already partnered with Muş Alparslan.

Regional players

• Bingöl University: Smaller neighboring state university in Bingöl province, also Eastern Anatolia. Comparable as a young regional state university (founded 2007) with similar agricultural/livestock research orientation and geographic positioning.
• Bitlis Eren University: State university in neighboring Bitlis province, Eastern Anatolia. Comparable as a young regional state university (founded 2007) serving a similar demographic catchment area in southeastern Turkey.
• Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University: State university in Erzincan, Eastern Turkey. Comparable as a regional public university with similar faculty structures and Eastern Anatolian student demographics.

Direct peers

• İnönü University: State university in Malatya, Eastern Turkey. Comparable as a regional state university with similar scope of faculties, medical/health sciences programs, and vocational schools distributed across the region.
• Atatürk University: Major Turkish state university in Erzurum, also in Eastern Anatolia region. Directly comparable as a public regional university with strong agricultural and veterinary programs. Already partners with Muş Alparslan through open education coordination (ATA-AÖF).
• Fırat University: State university in Elazığ, Eastern Turkey, with broad academic portfolio. Directly comparable as a regional comprehensive state university serving eastern Anatolian population with similar faculty structures and vocational schools.
• Van Yüzüncü Yıl University: State university in Van, Eastern Anatolia, with strong agricultural and livestock research focus. Comparable as a regional public university serving underdeveloped eastern provinces with similar vocational and applied sciences programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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