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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | Lect. Şeyda TEKELİOĞLU |
| 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 business organizations such as partnerships and corporations and explore the legal consequences of business 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 objective of this course on commercial law is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework governing commercial transactions and business organizations. 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 | To have current, theoretical and practical knowledge about International Trade and Logistics and to be able to use them in academic and professional contexts. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | 1 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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 | 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 | 7 |
| 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 | 7 |
| O3 | 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 | 7 |
| O4 | 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 | 7 |
| O5 | By understanding the social dimensions of commercial law, students evaluate the effects of commercial activities on social welfare and justice and investigate ways to minimize or use these effects positively. | P.13.13 | 7 |
| O6 | By learning the basic concepts of commercial law, students gain knowledge about legal obligations in international trade and logistics activities. | P.13.14 | 7 |
| ** 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 | Concept of commercial enterprise and legal transactions related to commercial enterprise |
| 2 | Commercial business and merchant concepts |
| 3 | Consequences of being a trader |
| 4 | Trade name, Business name and brand |
| 5 | Trade registry, unfair competition and commercial books |
| 6 | Current account and Merchant assistants |
| 7 | General information about the company concept and company types |
| 8 | Ordinary, Collective and Limited Partnerships |
| 9 | Joint Stock Companies |
| 10 | Joint Stock Companies (continued) |
| 11 | Limited companies |
| 12 | Concept and types of negotiable instruments |
| 13 | Policies, bonds |
| 14 | Czech |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | 2 Ticaret Hukuku Bilgisi, Prof. Dr. Ali Bozer, Prof. Dr. Celal Göle, Ankara 2004. 1 Ticaret Hukuku Bilgisi, Doç. Dr. İbrahim Arslan, Dr. Aytekin Çelik, Konya 2010. |
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) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| 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 | 30 | 30 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 117 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 3,90 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 4 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P3 | P13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | - |
| 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 | - | - |
| O3 | 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 | - |
| O4 | 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. | - | 5 | - |
| O5 | By understanding the social dimensions of commercial law, students evaluate the effects of commercial activities on social welfare and justice and investigate ways to minimize or use these effects positively. | - | - | 5 |
| O6 | By learning the basic concepts of commercial law, students gain knowledge about legal obligations in international trade and logistics activities. | - | - | 5 |