A talk titled "Ministerial Career Opportunities" was organized by Selçuk University Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Diplomacy Academy. Ambassador Meltem Büyükkarakaş, who participated as a speaker, gave information about the job opportunities offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Rector Prof. made the opening speech of the program held at Selçuk University Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences Conference Hall. Dr. Metin Aksoy said, “With the opportunities, social facilities, and the vision and knowledge that our university offers you, you will graduate with the educational equipment that not only Turkey but the world needs. You will stand out as preferable students in the international market. You can achieve success much faster with the quality of education provided by Selçuk University.” said.

Sharing her professional experiences and providing information about the organizational structure of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the career opportunities it offers, Ambassador Meltem Büyükkarakaş said, "Among the aims of our foreign policy are to secure our international interests abroad, to contribute to peace, stability and prosperity both in our region and at the global level, and to take an active role in the management of crises." there is. Today, we are the fifth country with the most developed diplomatic network in the world. We have 146 embassies and 99 consulates general. “The increase in our personnel needs offers some opportunities for you as well.” he said.

 Stating that there are two categories of diplomatic career officers, Büyükkarakaş said, “Career officers who contribute to the formation of foreign policy can rise to the rank of ambassador and carry out all kinds of representative duties. Consular and specialized officers assigned to administrative matters can also advance to the consulate general. Those who want to take the career civil servant, consular and specialized officer exams must have knowledge of a foreign language, follow Turkey's foreign policy and current issues, be able to think analytically, pay attention to attire, and pay attention to general culture and diction. You can look at the statements of our President, our Ministry of Foreign Affairs, NATO and the United Nations. What is important in the exams is how much you follow current foreign policy issues. Follow foreign language media and read current articles. "Those who want to work at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must be willing to innovate, constantly move, and meet new cultures and people." he said. Faculty Dean Prof. Dr. At the end of the conversation attended by Mehmet Göküş, academicians and students, Rector Prof. Dr. Metin Aksoy presented a gift to Ambassador Meltem Büyükkarakaş.