FACULTY OF BUSINESS
Department of International Trade and Finance
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ITF 112 | Course Introduction and Application Information
| Course Name |
Introduction to International Trade and Finance
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Code
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Semester
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Theory
(hour/week) |
Application/Lab
(hour/week) |
Local Credits
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ECTS
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ITF 112
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Spring
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3
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0
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3
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6
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| Prerequisites |
None
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| Course Language |
English
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| Course Type |
Required
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| Course Level |
First Cycle
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| Mode of Delivery | - | |||||
| Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course | Group WorkQ&ALecture / Presentation | |||||
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| Course Objectives | The objective of this course is mainly to develop the application of written, oral and interpersonal communication theory in the business environment in general and international trade and investment environment in particular. Based on an overview of relevant theory, students refine their skills as business communicators through assigned projects and exercises as well as in-class presentations, critiques and discussions. A high level of competency in spoken and written English is assumed as is a substantial degree of computer literacy. This course consists of several on-line assignments, in-class discussions, a research project and exams. There are also a series of text-related exercises. |
| Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Description | The course focuses on communication in international business, trade and investment environment. This course is designed to strengthen a student’s oral and written skills for various business-related purposes. The course will also increase their level of familiarity with various communication technologies used widely in international trade and finance today. |
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Core Courses | |
| Major Area Courses |
X
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| Supportive Courses | ||
| Media and Management Skills Courses | ||
| Transferable Skill Courses |
WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES
| Week | Subjects | Related Preparation |
| 1 | Introduction to International Trade and Finance | |
| 2 | Establishing Credibility | Peter W. Cardon, (2021), Business Communication, Developing Leaders for a Networked World, 4e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-1, p.1-23 |
| 3 | Team Communication and Difficult Conversations | Peter W. Cardon, (2021), Business Communication, Developing Leaders for a Networked World, 4e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-3, p.72-105 |
| 4 | General Topics in Trade and Finance | Lecturer’s Notes |
| 5 | Creating Effective Business Messages | Peter W. Cardon, (2021), Business Communication, Developing Leaders for a Networked World, 4e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-5, p. 142-171 |
| 6 | An Introduction to Money and the Financial System | Stephen Cecchetti & Kermit L. Schoenholtz (2021), Money, Banking, and Financial Markets, 6e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-1, p.1-21 |
| 7 | Financial Instruments, Financial Markets, and Financial Institutions | Stephen Cecchetti & Kermit L. Schoenholtz (2021), Money, Banking, and Financial Markets, 6e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-3, p.44-72 |
| 8 | Ethics in Finance | https://www.cfainstitute.org/en/ethics-standards/ethics/code-of-ethics-standards-of-conduct-guidance |
| 9 | Data Analysis with Excel | • Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey • FRED Data |
| 10 | Reading and Understanding Financial Times (Article Review from the Financial Times) | Reading and Understanding Financial Times, Kevin Boakes, 2008, Prentice Hall |
| 11 | Mid-Term Exam | |
| 12 | • Government Policy and International Trade • The Strategy of International Business | Charles W. L. Hill, (2022), Global Business Today, 12e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-7, p.209-239 Chapter-12, p.368-410 |
| 13 | • Research and Business Proposals and Planning for Business Reports • Completing Business Proposals and Business Reports | Peter W. Cardon, (2021), Business Communication, Developing Leaders for a Networked World, 4e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-12/13, p.368-438 |
| 14 | • Planning Presentations • Delivering Presentations | Peter W. Cardon, (2021), Business Communication, Developing Leaders for a Networked World, 4e, McGraw Hill, Chapter-14/15, p.440-493 |
| 15 | Semester Review | |
| 16 | Final exam |
| Course Notes/Textbooks |
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| Suggested Readings/Materials | Reading and Understanding Financial Times, Kevin Boakes, 2008, Prentice Hall ISBN-13: 978-0273715597
Project Guideline (sample): http://www.coskunkucukozmen.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Project-Guideline-Revised.pdf |
EVALUATION SYSTEM
| Semester Activities | Number | Weigthing |
| Participation |
1
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10
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| Laboratory / Application | ||
| Field Work | ||
| Quizzes / Studio Critiques | ||
| Portfolio | ||
| Homework / Assignments |
1
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30
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| Presentation / Jury | ||
| Project |
1
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30
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| Seminar / Workshop | ||
| Oral Exams | ||
| Midterm | ||
| Final Exam |
1
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30
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| Total |
| Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
3
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70
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| Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
1
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30
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| Total |
ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE
| Semester Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours) |
16
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3
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48
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| Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours) |
16
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0
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| Study Hours Out of Class |
14
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1.5
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21
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| Field Work |
0
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| Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
0
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| Portfolio |
0
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| Homework / Assignments |
0
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| Presentation / Jury |
0
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| Project |
1
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30
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30
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| Seminar / Workshop |
0
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| Oral Exam |
0
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| Midterms |
0
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| Final Exam |
1
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55
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55
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| Total |
154
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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP
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Program Competencies/Outcomes |
* Contribution Level
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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| 1 | To be able to identify and analyze problems in the field of trade and finance, and to develop solutions. |
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| 2 | To be able to use the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of International Trade and Finance. | |||||
| 3 | To be able to analyze the developments in global markets by using critical thinking skills. | |||||
| 4 | To be able to analyze and interpret data in the field of finance, commerce and economics by using information technologies effectively. | X | ||||
| 5 | To be able to acquire knowledge about the legal regulations and practices in the field. | X | ||||
| 6 | To be able to foresee and define the risks that could be encountered in the field of trade and finance and to take decisions to manage such risks. | |||||
| 7 | To be able to acquire and use verbal and numerical skills necessary for the nature of international trade and finance program. | X | ||||
| 8 | To be able to obtain, synthesize and report the information related to the fields of trade and finance. | |||||
| 9 | To be able to contribute to the solution of problems as individual, team member or leader. | |||||
| 10 | To be able to evaluate the issues related to the field with an ethical perspective and social sensitivity. |
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| 11 | To be able to collect data in the areas of International Trade and Finance and communicate with colleagues in a foreign language ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1). | X | ||||
| 12 | To be able to speak a second foreign at a medium level of fluency efficiently. | |||||
| 13 | To be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout human history to their field of expertise. | |||||
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