International Trade and Logistic
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of International Trade and Logistic
Course Details
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of International Trade and Logistic
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01130004 | International Finance | 2 | Autumn | 3 | 3+0+0 | 5 | 5 |
| 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) | Asst. Prof. Melahat KARADAĞ |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Melahat KARADAĞ | C-212 | [email protected] | 7234 |
Course Content
International Finance course covers topics such as exchange rates and markets, international monetary systems, financial instruments and markets, financial strategies of multinational companies, risk management and hedging methods. In addition, international portfolio management and analysis of financial crises are emphasized. The course aims to provide students with the ability to understand global financial dynamics and make strategic financial decisions.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of the International Finance course is to teach students the functioning of global financial markets and institutions and the factors affecting international investment and financing decisions. This course aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge of exchange rates, international monetary systems, financial risk management and financial strategies of multinational corporations.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| 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 current, theoretical and practical knowledge about International Trade and Logistics and to be able to use them in academic and professional contexts. | 1 |
| P2 | To be able to conduct scientific research in the field of International Trade and Logistics, including problem identification, data collection, analysis and reporting processes, and to be able to transfer the findings in written and oral form. | 1 |
| P3 | To be able to make evaluations and express opinions on economic, administrative, financial and commercial issues. | 4 |
| P4 | Monitor and evaluate the micro and macro actors involved in International Trade and Logistics processes, their activities, and their relationships and interactions with each other and with actors in other systems. | 1 |
| P5 | Ability to work in coordination with different disciplines and cultures. | 1 |
| P6 | To be able to plan and manage individual studies related to International Trade and Logistics and to take responsibility in group studies. | 1 |
| P7 | To be able to follow the theoretical and practical developments in issues related to International Trade and Logistics and to update their knowledge and skills in these matters. | 4 |
| P8 | To be able to access different information sources and make quantitative and qualitative analyzes by using software related to the field of international trade and logistics. | 1 |
| P9 | To be able to have the competence to conduct market and marketing research. | 1 |
| P10 | To follow the developments in the field of international trade and logistics in Turkish and English. | 1 |
| P11 | To be able to provide the necessary technical and social communication in Turkish and English with individual and institutional actors involved in international trade and logistics processes. | 1 |
| P12 | Ability to act with professional responsibility awareness and make fair, transparent and ethical decisions in international trade and logistics processes by adhering to ethical principles in accordance with international trade, logistics and customs legislation. | 1 |
| P13 | Being aware of the global and local economic, social, legal and environmental consequences of field practices and the responsibilities that these consequences impose on oneself and other actors in the field. | 4 |
| P14 | To be able to have strategic management skills to make suggestions on issues such as goals, objectives, mission, vision, target market, positioning, business portfolio design, market and marketing performance measurement related to the organization and to make medium and long-term plans related to these suggestions. | 1 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | By understanding the basic concepts in international finance, students gain the competence to analyze economic, financial and commercial issues and make comprehensive evaluations on these issues. | P.3.11 | 6 |
| O2 | By examining international financial markets and institutions, students develop the ability to effectively express opinions and offer strategic suggestions in these areas. | P.3.12 | 6 |
| O3 | Students analyze current theoretical and practical developments in international trade and logistics, and gain the competence to update their knowledge and skills in these areas by using international finance tools. | P.7.4 | 1 |
| O4 | By understanding international finance theories, students acquire the ability to predict changes in the global market and develop international trade and logistics strategies accordingly. | P.7.5 | 1 |
| O5 | By analyzing the global and local economic impacts of international financial transactions, students evaluate how social and environmental responsibilities can be integrated into financial decision-making processes. | P.13.9 | 1,6 |
| O6 | By examining the legal framework of international finance practices, students understand the effects of legal regulations and standards in this field on businesses and society and gain the competence to make responsible financial decisions in this context. | P.13.10 | 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 | Introduction toFinance |
| 2 | Financial Mathematics |
| 3 | Financial Mathematics |
| 4 | Multinatiomal Companies |
| 5 | Global Financial System |
| 6 | Exchange Rates and the History of the World Bank |
| 7 | Exchange Rate Regimes and Foreign Exchange Markets |
| 8 | Foreign Exchange Risk and Management |
| 9 | International Investment Valuation |
| 10 | Financing International Trade |
| 11 | Financing International Trade |
| 12 | Overall Assessment |
| 13 | Listening to and Evaluating Student Presentations |
| 14 | Listening to and Evaluating Student Presentations |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | International Finance,Halil Seyidoğlu, Güzem Can Yayınları |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | - | - |
| 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) | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Midterms | 1 | 45 | 45 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 142 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4,73 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P3 | P7 | P13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | By understanding the basic concepts in international finance, students gain the competence to analyze economic, financial and commercial issues and make comprehensive evaluations on these issues. | 4 | - | - |
| O2 | By examining international financial markets and institutions, students develop the ability to effectively express opinions and offer strategic suggestions in these areas. | 4 | - | - |
| O3 | Students analyze current theoretical and practical developments in international trade and logistics, and gain the competence to update their knowledge and skills in these areas by using international finance tools. | - | 4 | - |
| O4 | By understanding international finance theories, students acquire the ability to predict changes in the global market and develop international trade and logistics strategies accordingly. | - | 4 | - |
| O5 | By analyzing the global and local economic impacts of international financial transactions, students evaluate how social and environmental responsibilities can be integrated into financial decision-making processes. | - | - | 4 |
| O6 | By examining the legal framework of international finance practices, students understand the effects of legal regulations and standards in this field on businesses and society and gain the competence to make responsible financial decisions in this context. | - | - | 4 |