Mehmet CİVELEK

Dr. Mehmet CİVELEK is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Doğuş University, specializing in International Trade and Business. Holding a PhD in Economics and Business from Tomas Bata University in Zlín (2019), he has an extensive academic background with postdoctoral research at the University of Entrepreneurship and Law (Czech Republic) and collaborative roles at Windesheim University of Applied Science, University of Economics in Bratislava, and Mendel University in Brno.

• PhD: Economics and Business, Tomas Bata University in Zlín (2019)
• MSc: Business Administration, Gebze Technical University (2011)
• BSc: Economics, Pamukkale University (2008)

His research focuses on SME Finance, Entrepreneurship, and Digital Transformation, particularly examining how credit access, marketing tools, and risk management influence SME performance across Europe. Recent work explores the interplay between digital local currencies and financial resilience during crises like the pandemic.

Key trends in his 15+ peer-reviewed articles (2016-2025) include:

• Quantitative analysis of SME bankruptcy concerns and export strategies
• Comparative studies on entrepreneurial orientation in Czech and Turkish firms
• Impact of technology-enabled marketing on financial stability
• Cultural variations in credit risk management practices
• Role of executive characteristics in financial decision-making
• Assessment of digital transformation in manufacturing vs. service SMEs

He serves on university disciplinary and accreditation committees and teaches courses including International Trade Theory, Digital Transformation, and Cross-Cultural Management. His administrative roles include jury membership for academic recruitment and program coordination.