Business Administration
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Business Administration
Course Details
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Business Administration
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99700014 | Commercial Law | 2 | Spring | 4 | 3+0+0 | 4 | 4 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | - |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | - |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Content
This course covers a wide range of topics essential to commercial law, including the formation and enforcement of contracts, the sale of goods, the roles and responsibilities of agents and principals. Students will examine the legal structures and regulations governing commercial organisations such as partnerships and companies and explore the legal consequences of commercial transactions. Key areas of study will include contract law, agency law, the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and relevant case law. Through lectures, case studies and practical exercises, students will develop a solid understanding of commercial law and its applications in the business environment.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course on commercial law is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework governing commercial transactions and business organisations. By exploring the fundamental principles and regulations underpinning commercial activities, students will gain critical knowledge of the legal aspects of contracts, sales, agency, partnerships and corporate governance. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate and resolve legal issues in the commercial sector, developing their ability to think analytically and apply legal concepts to real-world business scenarios.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | X |
| 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 | 1) To have advanced theoretical and / or practical knowledge and skills related to the basic functions of businesses (management and organisation, accounting and finance, production management and marketing). | 1 |
| P2 | 2) Identify, analyse and evaluate the current and potential problems of businesses by thinking critically and develop alternative solutions by using scientific methods. | 1 |
| P3 | 3) Organises and implements projects and activities for the social environment in line with regional and economic development goals with a sense of social responsibility. | 1 |
| P4 | 4) Act with innovative and creative thinking when establishing a new business and can perform basic activities such as risk taking, finding resources, making market analysis, preparing a business plan for the sustainability of the business. | 1 |
| P5 | 5) Can research and analyse information related to the field of business administration and can set operational, tactical and strategic goals according to the results obtained. | 1 |
| P6 | 6) With the awareness that the learning process continues throughout life, can follow scientific and technological developments related to businesses and can critically evaluate and apply them for their own organisation. | 1 |
| P7 | 7) Can work effectively in interdisciplinary work or multicultural teams, take responsibility, take initiative, transfer information to teammates, work for common goals by cooperating with team members. | 1 |
| P8 | 8) To be able to establish effective written and oral communication with colleagues and all internal and external stakeholders of businesses, in the language of learning and at least one foreign language, and to be able to conduct relations. | 1 |
| P9 | 9) Applies the activities carried out in the field of business administration in line with the awareness of professional ethics, social responsibility, universal and cultural values | 1 |
| P10 | 10) To be able to evaluate the social and legal consequences of the applications related to all the basic functions of businesses. | 5 |
| P11 | 11) Can effectively use, report and interpret the information systems needed in the field of business administration. | 1 |
| P12 | İşletme uygulamalarını değerlendirerek, mevcut uygulamaların sürekli iyileştirilmesi için alanında yetkin ve yeterli sayıda çalışan istihdam edilmesini, eğitilmesini ve işe devam etmelerini sağlar. | 1 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Recall Basic Legal Concepts: Define basic concepts and terminology in commercial law, including contracts, torts, agency and sale of goods. | P.10.5 | |
| O2 | Will be able to explain the basic principles and theories underlying commercial law, such as the elements of a valid contract and the duties of agents. | P.10.6 | 1 |
| O3 | Apply relevant laws and legal principles to hypothetical business scenarios and demonstrate the ability to resolve commercial disputes. | P.10.7 | 1 |
| O4 | Analyse and critically evaluate case law and legal provisions to determine their impact on business practices and legal outcomes. | P.10.8 | 1 |
| O5 | Construct coherent and persuasive legal arguments by integrating various legal principles and precedents to support their position in commercial disputes. | P.10.9 | 1 |
| O6 | Will be able to evaluate and criticise existing commercial law frameworks, considering their effectiveness, fairness and impact on business and society. | P.10.10 | 1 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | The concept of commercial enterprise and legal transactions related to commercial enterprise |
| 2 | Commercial business and merchant concepts |
| 3 | Consequences of being a merchant |
| 4 | Trade name, business name and trade mark |
| 5 | Trade registry, unfair competition and commercial books |
| 6 | Current account and merchant assistants |
| 7 | General information about the concept of company and company types |
| 8 | Midterm Exam |
| 9 | Ordinary, Collective and Limited Partnerships |
| 10 | Joint Stock Company |
| 11 | Limited company |
| 12 | The concept and types of negotiable instruments |
| 13 | Policy, bond |
| 14 | Czech |
| 15 | Final Examination |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Knowledge of Commercial Law |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| 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 | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 | 15 | 15 |
| Other | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Total Work Load: | 120 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 4 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P10 |
|---|---|---|
| O1 | Recall Basic Legal Concepts: Define basic concepts and terminology in commercial law, including contracts, torts, agency and sale of goods. | 5 |
| O2 | Will be able to explain the basic principles and theories underlying commercial law, such as the elements of a valid contract and the duties of agents. | 4 |
| O3 | Apply relevant laws and legal principles to hypothetical business scenarios and demonstrate the ability to resolve commercial disputes. | 5 |
| O4 | Analyse and critically evaluate case law and legal provisions to determine their impact on business practices and legal outcomes. | 4 |
| O5 | Construct coherent and persuasive legal arguments by integrating various legal principles and precedents to support their position in commercial disputes. | 4 |
| O6 | Will be able to evaluate and criticise existing commercial law frameworks, considering their effectiveness, fairness and impact on business and society. | 4 |