Islamic ethics in entrepreneurship: Key figure calls for youth engagement

ISTANBUL

The head of the School of Commerce in Istanbul stressed the significance of ethics for entrepreneurs, citing global trust issues in society and commerce, and proposed that following Islamic principles is crucial for addressing these challenges, including young people.

Mehmet Cebeci spoke at the headquarters of the Independent Industrialists and Businessmen’s Association (MUSİAD), organized by the YediHilal Association, of which Anadolu is the global communications partner.

Cebeci, who is also a YediHilal board member, said they have been organizing the Commerce School since 2018 and this year they have reached over 2,500 young people, including 35 entrepreneurs.

“We are joined by entrepreneurs again at the end of this two-day program. We support the idea that ethics come to the forefront for entrepreneurs. There is a trust issue in our society and the world,” he said.

He stressed the importance of commerce and stated there is a trust problem, which he said could be addressed when traders follow the principles of Islam.

Expressing a desire for more Muslim entrepreneurs, Cebeci revealed a plan to organize programs and engage in international events with 35 entrepreneurs.

Cebeci said they aim to form commercial partnerships abroad and guide youth towards exports, starting next year. The priority is visa-free countries, potentially in South America or the Balkans and they intend to implement new programs and facilitate trade abroad for the youth.

• Mehmet Cebeci
• President of the School of Commerce