Prof. Barış Tan, Rector of Özyeğin University, Attends the 13th Term Opening Ceremony of the Alp Alkaş Retail and Real Estate Center

Prof. Barış Tan, Rector of Özyeğin University, attended the 13th Term Opening Ceremony of the Alp Alkaş Retail and Real Estate Center (AA PGM), held at Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul on October 20, 2026.

Prof. Barış Tan was among the opening speakers at the event, which brought together representatives from the retail and real estate sectors, academics, and program alumni. As part of the program, a session titled "From Retail to Shopping Mall Management – The Forum One Story" was held with the participation of Avi Alkaş, Founder of AA PGM, and Vahap Küçük, Chairman of the Board of LC Waikiki.

Established within Özyeğin University in 2013 and commencing its educational activities in 2014, the Alp Alkaş Retail and Real Estate Center has organized 22 certificate programs in retail management, real estate development and finance, and gastronomy, graduating 560 alumni to date.