ITF 112 | Course Introduction and Application Information - Department of International Trade and Finance

Course Name

Introduction to International Trade and Finance

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
ITF 112	Spring	3	0	3	6

Prerequisites	None
Course Language	English
Course Type	Required
Course Level	First Cycle
Mode of Delivery	face to face
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	Group Work Q&A Lecture / Presentation
National Occupation Classification	-
Course Coordinator	Prof. Dr. C Coşkun KÜÇÜKÖZMEN
Course Lecturer(s)	Prof. Dr. C Coşkun KÜÇÜKÖZMEN
Assistant(s)	Arş.Gör. MERT SAĞSÖZ

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; Explain key concepts in international trade and finance. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills for professional business contexts. Apply digital and information technology tools to access, analyze, and interpret basic trade and financial data. Discuss effectively in team settings and manage interpersonal communication and feedback in professional and multicultural environments. Evaluate how government policies, global strategies, and ethical standards influence international trade, finance, and business decision-making. Integrate communication theory and financial literacy skills to address current issues and challenges in international trade and investment.
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.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

Course Category	Core Courses
	Major Area Courses	X
	Supportive Courses
	Media and Management Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

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	Midterm Exam
10	Data Analysis with Excel
11	Reading and Understanding Financial Times (Article Review from the Financial Times)	Reading and Understanding Financial Times, Kevin Boakes, 2008, Prentice Hall
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

Peter W. Cardon, (2021), Business Communication, Developing Leaders for a Networked World, 4e, McGraw Hill, ISBN: 978-1-260-57135-1
Stephen Cecchetti & Kermit L. Schoenholtz (2021), Money, Banking, and Financial Markets, 6e, McGraw Hill, ISBN: 978-1-260-22678-2
Charles W. L. Hill, (2022), Global Business Today, 12e, McGraw Hill, ISBN: 978-1-264-06750-3

Suggested Readings/Materials

Reading and Understanding Financial Times, Kevin Boakes, 2008, Prentice Hall ISBN-13: 978-0273715597

Financial times: http://ft.com
World Bank Doing Business: https://www.doingbusiness.org/
World Trade Organization: wto.org
TCMB / EVDS: https://evds2.tcmb.gov.tr/
FRED Data: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/
Money, Banking and Financial Markets: https://www.moneyandbanking.com/
IUE Library Database for Articles
CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct: https://www.cfainstitute.org/en/ethics-standards/ethics/code-of-ethics-standards-of-conduct-guidance

Project Guideline (sample): http://www.coskunkucukozmen.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Project-Guideline-Revised.pdf

Semester Activities	Number	Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm	1	40
Final Exam	1	60
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade	2	45
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade	1	55
Total

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)	16	3	48
Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)	16		0
Study Hours Out of Class	14	1.5	21
Field Work			0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques			0
Portfolio			0
Homework / Assignments			0
Presentation / Jury			0
Project			0
Seminar / Workshop			0
Oral Exam			0
Midterms	1	30	30
Final Exam	1	55	55
		Total	154

#	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to identify and analyze problems in the field of trade and finance, and to develop solutions.	-	-	-	-	-
2	To be able to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of international trade and finance to real-world professional contexts.	-	-	-	X	-
3	To be able to critically analyze global market developments and evaluate their implications for business and policy.	-	-	-	-	-
4	To be able to collect, analyze, and interpret financial and economic data by using digital and information technologies effectively.	-	-	X	-	-
5	To be able to understand and interpret legal frameworks, regulations and practices relevant to international trade and finance.	-	-	-	-	-
6	To be able to anticipate, define, and manage financial and trade-related risks through informed decision-making.	-	-	-	-	-
7	To be able to acquire and use verbal, written, and numerical skills effectively for the nature of international trade and finance program.	-	-	-	X	-
8	To be able to obtain, synthesize, and report trade- and finance-related information clearly and effectively.	-	-	-	-	-
9	To be able to contribute effectively as individuals, team members, and leaders in multidisciplinary environments.	-	X	-	-	-
10	To be able to evaluate trade and finance issues from ethical, social, and sustainability perspectives.	-	X	-	-	-
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).	-	-	-	-	-
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.	-	-	-	-	-