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| Unit | FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES |
| FINANCE PR. | |
| Code | IKS309 |
| Name | International Economics I |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. FİKRET DÜLGER |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. YELDA TEKGÜL
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The purpose of this course is to introduce basic theories of international trade and the effects of international economic policies on domestic and world welfare
Course Content
- Ricardian Model - Heckscher-Ohlin Model -Increasing Returns And Monopolistic Competition - International Trade And Growth - International Trade Policy
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain reasons for international trade |
| LO02 | Evaluate the limitations of traditional theories |
| LO03 | Be familiar with the role of economic agents in the economy |
| LO04 | Distinguish inter industry trade from intra industry trade |
| LO05 | Criticize the world trading system and the role of underdeveloped countries byconsidering theories as to the interaction between trade and growth |
| LO06 | Compare and discuss alternative trade policies for economic growth and development |
| LO07 | Understand, evaluate and suggest solutions to the important international economic problems |
| LO08 | Use and explain international economic integration |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic conceptual information about economy and finance | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The departments of finance, law, economics, public administration, business administration and accounting have the necessary qualifications for the public and private sectors. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyses the basic conceptual knowledge about economics and finance in the context of current economic and financial developments. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Synthesises the information obtained from different sources within the framework of academic rules in the field of research | 5 |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Works effectively individually and/or in a team. | |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning, follows the current developments in the field. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Apart from the traditional approach, it develops new working methods when deemed necessary. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Turkish and at least one foreign language is used in accordance with the needs of academic life and business life | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Expresses herself orally and in writing | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | To be able to collect and analyse data from different sources by using contemporary communication tools, methods and processes | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Having basic computer knowledge and skills, uses this information in the professional field. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Explains the duties, authority and functioning of public financial institutions | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Explains job descriptions and responsibilities of professionals in the field of finance | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Have social, scientific and ethical values. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction of International Economics | Relevant chapter | |
| 2 | Historical Background for International Trade Theories | Relevant chapter | |
| 3 | Classical Trade Theories: Absolute Advantages, Comparative Advantages | Relevant chapter | |
| 4 | Neo- Classical Trade Theories: Offer Curves and Terms of Trade | Relevant chapter | |
| 5 | Alternative Cost and Gains from Trade | Relevant chapter | |
| 6 | Factor Endowments Theorem | Relevant chapter | |
| 7 | New Models in International Trade | Relevant chapter | |
| 8 | Midterm exam | ||
| 9 | Relations between Foreign Trade and Economic Growth | Relevant chapter | |
| 10 | Foreign trade policy | Relevant chapter | |
| 11 | The Instruments of Trade Policy: Tariff | Relevant chapter | |
| 12 | Other Instruments of Trade Policy: Nontariff Barriers | Relevant chapter | |
| 13 | Arguments for Interventionist Trade Policies | Relevant chapter | |
| 14 | The Political Economy of Trade Policy | Relevant chapter | |
| 15 | Repetition | Relevant chapter | |
| 16 | Final exam | ||
| 17 | Final exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||