Business Administration Doctorate
Course Details

KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Business Administration Doctorate
Course Details
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Business Administration Doctorate
Course Details

| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81411110 | Comparative Islamic Financial Management | 1 | Autumn | 1 | 3+0+0 | 7,5 | 7,5 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Doktora (TQF-HE: Level 8 / QF-EHEA: Level 3 / EQF-LLL: Level 8) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | - |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Prof. Osman OKKA |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Content
The course covers fundamental principles of Islamic finance, interest-free banking systems, Islamic financial instruments, insurance, and investment mechanisms. Additionally, global applications of Islamic finance, regulations, ethical and sustainability aspects, and developments in FinTech are evaluated.
Objectives of the Course
This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive perspective by examining the fundamental principles of Islamic finance, its place within the financial system, and its differences from conventional finance. Topics such as Islamic banking, financial instruments, insurance, and investment mechanisms are analyzed, while applications in different countries and regulatory frameworks are explored. Additionally, contemporary issues such as the ethical dimension of Islamic finance, its relationship with sustainability, and its integration with modern financial technologies are discussed. Through practical examples, students will enhance their theoretical knowledge and develop advanced analytical skills in the field of Islamic finance.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | To have advanced level knowledge in basic functions of business administration that is management, marketing, manufacture, accounting or finance. | 4 |
| P2 | To have good command of strategic, tactical and operational dimensions of business management and ability to analyze business in national and international basis. | 1 |
| P3 | Ability to determine, define and solve problems that may occur in different management fields; evaluation and implementation of proper qualitative and quantitative techniques for solution-based decisions. | 3 |
| P4 | To have knowledge about management information systems and informatics applications used in several fields of business and ability to use necessary software. | 1 |
| P5 | Comprehension and assessment of legal aspects of business administration. | 1 |
| P6 | Analyzing and appreciation of the developments in Turkish and World Economy. | 1 |
| P7 | Ability to obtain information by using various sources, to analyze, use and share | 1 |
| P8 | Being successful in oral and written communication to ensure achievement in occupational and social life, and ability to use language and rhetoric in a successful way | 1 |
| P9 | Ability to work efficiently and self confidence in taking responsibilities by having occupational and ethical responsibility consciousness; having self-confidence and entrepreneurship spirit; prioritizing cooperation in team works. | 1 |
| P10 | Ability to work in multi-cultural and interdisciplinary environments. | 1 |
| P11 | Accumulation of occupational data, following of current issues and to communicate with local and foreign business circles by using a foreign language. | 1 |
| P12 | To have scientific understanding and critical thinking skills, being interested in and curious about human behaviors, intelligence and experiences, being able to evaluate and analyze the data that is obtained. | 1 |
| P13 | To have knowledge about the rapidly developing Islamic Finance System. | 5 |
| P14 | To be able to master the main theories and terminology of Islamic Economics | 5 |
| P15 | Specializing in international marketing theory and to relate it with business life | 1 |
| P16 | Being able to master the main theories and terminology of international trade and to relate it with business life | 1 |
| P17 | Having advanced level knowledge about the methods and techniques used in production and operations management in manufacturing and service enterprises | 1 |
| P18 | To be able to follow and analyse national and international developments in finance | 3 |
| P19 | To have knowledge of the methods, techniques and tools necessary for the analysis of financial data | 3 |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: Fundamental concepts and history of Islamic finance |
| 2 | Philosophical foundations of Islamic finance and Shariah principles |
| 3 | Comparison of conventional and Islamic financial systems |
| 4 | Islamic banking: Interest-free banking systems |
| 5 | Islamic financial instruments: Sukuk, Murabaha, Mudaraba |
| 6 | Islamic insurance (Takaful) and risk management |
| 7 | Islamic investment funds and ethical investment approaches |
| 8 | Global Islamic financial markets: Country-specific applications |
| 9 | Islamic finance regulations and supervisory mechanisms |
| 10 | Islamic microfinance and financial inclusion |
| 11 | Islamic FinTech and blockchain applications |
| 12 | Relationship between sustainability and Islamic finance |
| 13 | Current research and academic article analysis |
| 14 | General evaluation and discussions |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Analitik Finansal Yönetim Prof.Dr.Osman Okka Nobel Yayınları |
| İslami Finansal Yönetim Örnek Olaylar ve Çözümler Prof.Dr.Osman Okka Nobel Yayınları | |
| İslami Finansal Yönetim Teori ve Uygulamaları Prof.Dr.Osman Okka Nobel Yayınları | |
| Osman Okka İslami Finans Ders Notları |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | - | - |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Midterms | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 50 | 50 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 90 | 90 |
| Other | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 224 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 7,47 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 7 | ||
