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| Unit | FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES |
| ECONOMICS PR. (ENGLISH) | |
| Code | ECOS302 |
| Name | Labour Economics |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. SANLI ATEŞ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
understanding how labour markets operate, how equilibrium wage is determined, and how become wage differentials
Course Content
Basic concepts of labour markets, labour supply and demand, equilibrium in labour market, wage differentials and structures, human capital
Course Precondition
Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the basic functioning of labor markets. |
| LO02 | Explain the formation of the equilibrium wage using supply-demand analysis. |
| LO03 | Explains the formation of wage differences in the workforce. |
| LO04 | Explains the ways the government regulates the labor market. |
| LO05 | Explain the effects of international migration on the labor market. |
| LO06 | Explain the economic effects of unions, collective bargaining processes, and labor policies. |
| LO07 | Explain the impact of technological change, automation and globalization on labor markets. |
| LO08 | Explains discrimination, inequality and informal employment issues in labor markets. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explain the importance of demand and supply in economy sciece and the well-running conditions of the market economy | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Define the role of pricing within the event advantage of the market economy | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Define the role of the state in economy, money and financial policies, the central bank and the structure of the market | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Perceive the costs and benefits arising from the global economy | 4 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Produce nymerical and policy options when confronted with problems | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Use quantitative and qualitative techniques of model building, decoding and interpretation | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Use the theory of economics in the analysis of economic events | 2 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Use computer programs, do synthesis and present prepared data efficiently | |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Apply the methods of economic analysis. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyze at conceptual level and aquire abiliy in comparing, interpreting, evaluating and synthesizing in order to develop solutions to problems | 4 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Take responsibility individually and/or in a team, take leadership and work effectively | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Follow innovative developments in the field being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and improving him-/herself | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Use of different sources about an unfamiliar field within academic principles, synthesize gained data and present effectively | 4 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Use Turkish and at least one foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Understand and interpret related peoples´ feelings, thoughts and behaviours correctly; express him-/herself accurately in written and oral language | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Question traditional approaches, practices and methods. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Recognize and apply social, scientific and professional ethical values. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Concepts of Labour Markets | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 2 | Basic Concepts of Labour Markets | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 3 | Describing and Measuring Labour Supply | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 4 | Describing and Measuring Labour Supply | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 5 | Describing and Measuring Labour Demand | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 6 | Describing and Measuring Labour Demand | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 7 | Structure of Labour Markets (Monopoly, Pure Competion, etc.) | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 8 | Structure of Labour Markets (Monopoly, Pure Competion, etc.) | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 9 | Government Policies and Regulations on Labour Markets | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 10 | Government Policies and Regulations on Labour Markets | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 11 | Human Capital | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 12 | Human Capital | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 13 | Effects of Mobility and Migration on Labour Markets | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 14 | Effects of Mobility and Migration on Labour Markets | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 15 | Labor Market Discrimination | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 16 | Labor Market Discrimination | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving | |
| 17 | Labor Market Discrimination | Lecture, Case Study, Problem Solving |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||