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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01161003 | International Trade Law | 2026 | Spring | 6 | 3+0+0 | 4 | 4 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | The course is conducted through lectures, examination of legislation and international conventions, case-based discussion, analysis of sample disputes, and question-and-answer sessions. Practical examples are used in class to enable students to evaluate fundamental concepts through concrete commercial transactions. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Asst. Prof. Elif AKINCI |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Elif AKINCI | H-219 | [email protected] | 7763 | Thursday 14:00-16:00 |
Course Content
The course examines the fundamental concepts of international trade law, international sales contracts, CISG, Incoterms, international carriage law, the CMR Convention, the Hague-Visby Rules, documentary credits and UCP 600, electronic trade documents, the Digital Product Passport, and international commercial arbitration.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the legal structure of international commercial transactions and to evaluate, at a basic level, the rights and obligations of parties in relation to sale of goods, delivery, carriage, payment, and dispute resolution processes.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | To follow the developments in the field of international trade and logistics in Turkish and English. | 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. | 1 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | y understanding the legal framework of international trade, students evaluate the basic legal concepts and principles encountered in commercial relations at national and international levels and gain the competence to integrate this knowledge into current trade practices. | P.1.13 | 1 |
| O2 | By combining academic knowledge of commercial law with professional practices, students develop the ability to solve legal challenges encountered in international trade and logistics sectors and produce effective solutions. | P.1.14 | 1 |
| O3 | P.2.5 | 1 | |
| O4 | P.2.7 | 1 | |
| O5 | May apply appropriate research methodologies and analytical techniques to investigate his/her chosen topic, collect and analyze data, and address identified research questions or business problems. | P.2.3 | 1 |
| O6 | By evaluating economic and financial consequences within the scope of commercial law, students analyze the legal characteristics of commercial contracts and gain the competence to determine the financial risks encountered in commercial relations. | P.3.15 | 1 |
| O7 | Based on the perspective of commercial law, students analyze legal processes for resolving commercial disputes and gain the competence to propose fair and effective solutions within the framework provided by commercial law. | P.3.14 | 1 |
| O8 | Students will be able to identify and define basic legal concepts and terminology, such as statutes, case law, legal precedent, and the rule of law. | P.3.18 | 1 |
| O9 | Öğrenciler, hükümetin farklı kolları ve mahkemelerin hiyerarşisi de dahil olmak üzere hukuk sisteminin yapısını ve işlevlerini açıklayabilecektir. | P.3.15 | 1 |
| O10 | Students will be able to apply fundamental legal principles to analyze basic legal issues and cases. | P.5.21 | 1 |
| O11 | Students will be able to analyze legal texts, such as statutes, regulations, and case law, to understand their implications and applications. | P.5.22 | 1 |
| O12 | Can evaluate and monitor current issues in his field from both practical and theoretical perspectives. | P.10.3 | |
| ** 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 to international trade law: basic concepts, sources, and the structure of international commercial transactions |
| 2 | Contractual relations in international trade and the basic obligations of the parties |
| 3 | International sales contracts and the scope of application of the CISG |
| 4 | Obligations of the seller and the buyer under the CISG |
| 5 | Breach of contract, remedies, and damages under the CISG |
| 6 | Delivery, transfer of risk, and introduction to Incoterms |
| 7 | Application of Incoterms 2020 and their importance in international commercial transactions |
| 8 | Introduction to international carriage law: contracts of carriage, transport documents, and parties |
| 9 | Carriage of goods by road and the CMR Convention |
| 10 | Carriage of goods by sea and the Hague-Visby Rules |
| 11 | Payment methods in international trade: advance payment, open account, documentary collection, and documentary credit |
| 12 | Documentary credits, UCP 600, the principles of independence and strict compliance |
| 13 | Electronic trade documents, electronic bills of lading, and the Digital Product Passport |
| 14 | Resolution of international commercial disputes: arbitration and general review |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Private International 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 | 4 | 56 |
| Midterms | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| 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 | 10 | 10 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 116 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 3,87 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 4 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P2 | P3 | P5 | P10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | y understanding the legal framework of international trade, students evaluate the basic legal concepts and principles encountered in commercial relations at national and international levels and gain the competence to integrate this knowledge into current trade practices. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| O2 | By combining academic knowledge of commercial law with professional practices, students develop the ability to solve legal challenges encountered in international trade and logistics sectors and produce effective solutions. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| O3 | May apply appropriate research methodologies and analytical techniques to investigate his/her chosen topic, collect and analyze data, and address identified research questions or business problems. | - | - | - | - | - |
| O4 | Öğrenciler, taşımacılık, depolama ve bilgi sistemlerinin rolleri de dahil olmak üzere küresel ölçekte tedarik zincirlerinin yönetilmesinde yer alan süreç ve stratejileri açıklayabilecektir. | - | - | - | - | - |
| O5 | Öğrenciler, uluslararası ticareti nasıl düzenlediği ve ulusal çıkarları nasıl koruduğu da dahil olmak üzere gümrük mevzuatının temel ilke ve amaçlarını açıklayabilecektir. | - | - | - | - | - |
| O6 | Based on the perspective of commercial law, students analyze legal processes for resolving commercial disputes and gain the competence to propose fair and effective solutions within the framework provided by commercial law. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| O7 | By evaluating economic and financial consequences within the scope of commercial law, students analyze the legal characteristics of commercial contracts and gain the competence to determine the financial risks encountered in commercial relations. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| O8 | Öğrenciler, hükümetin farklı kolları ve mahkemelerin hiyerarşisi de dahil olmak üzere hukuk sisteminin yapısını ve işlevlerini açıklayabilecektir. | - | - | - | - | - |
| O9 | Students will be able to identify and define basic legal concepts and terminology, such as statutes, case law, legal precedent, and the rule of law. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| O10 | Students will be able to apply fundamental legal principles to analyze basic legal issues and cases. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| O11 | Students will be able to analyze legal texts, such as statutes, regulations, and case law, to understand their implications and applications. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| O12 | Can evaluate and monitor current issues in his field from both practical and theoretical perspectives. | - | - | - | - | - |