Jamel Ben Chafra is a 1994 graduate of the department. He obtained his MBA degree from the Bilkent University Faculty of Business Administration, and was a recipient of the university’s distinguished teaching award in 2003.

Jamel’s research focuses on leadership and finance; he has publications in journals that include the European Journal of Finance, the Journal of Health Organizations and Management, Management Research Review, Leadership & Organization Development Journal and the American Journal of Business. He is also the author of two books on leadership.

He teaches Finance, Business Computer Applications, Hospitality Industry Accounting, Front Office Operations, Rooms Division Management, and Service Operations Management. Jamel speaks French and Arabic fluently. His hobbies include snooker, table tennis, and football; he is a passionate supporter of the Beşiktaş football team.