SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
DTI5103	International Trade Operations	1	Fall	3	0	3	6

Course Type :	Compulsory
Cycle:	Associate      TQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree      QF-EHEA:Short Cycle      EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Instructor PERVİN AHU ÇERÇİ
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Instructor PERVİN AHU ÇERÇİ
Dersin Kategorisi:	Programme Specific

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to create understanding on the concepts of basic foreign trade operations and to earn the ability to put in practice the foreign trade operations.

Course Content:

In the scope of this course; all the documents and certificates used in a foreign trade operation, such as the commercial documents, transportation documents, movement and insurance certificates, are instructed with their samples. The INCOTERMS, which are one of the main subject in international trade and the payment terms are also explained. In the end of the semester, the practical examples are given in order to make students understand the import and export operation process.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)

1) Can define the basic concepts used in international trade.

2) You can compare the distribution of risk, cost, and responsibility for Incoterms 2020 delivery terms.

3) Can explain how payment methods used in foreign trade work.

Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)

1) You can select the basic documents used in foreign trade according to the relevant process.

2) Can implement the steps involved in e-document and e-export processes.

Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)

1) Classifies the types of risks that may be encountered in foreign trade and can justify the solution approach for these risks.

2) Can interpret foreign trade policies and the effects of international agreements.

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Basic Concepts of International Trade	Lecture notes
2)	Incoterms 2020	Lecture notes
3)	Incoterms 2020	Lecture notes
4)	Incoterms 2020	Lecture notes
5)	Incoterms 2020	Lecture notes
6)	Incoterms 2020	Lecture notes
7)	Payment Methods	Lecture notes
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Payment Methods	Lecture notes
10)	Documents Used in Foreign Trade	Lecture notes
11)	E-Document Applications and E-Export	Lecture notes
12)	Types of Risks in Foreign Trade and Risk Management	Lecture notes
13)	International Trade Agreements and Turkey's Foreign Trade Policies	Lecture notes
14)	Green Deal and Sustainable Foreign Trade	Lecture notes

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

Recommended or Required Reading & Other Learning Resources/Tools

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Çeşitli makaleler - Articles
References:	Dış Ticaret İşlemleri Yönetimi - Yaser GÜRSOY Dış Ticaret İşlemleri Yönetimi - Ferudun KAYA Dış Ticaret İşlemleri Yönetimi - Kenan ÇELİK, Cemalettin KALAYCI, Ali R. SANDALCILAR Dış Ticaret İşlemleri - Selminaz ADIGÜZEL, M.Ragıp GÖRGÜN Dış Ticaret İşlemleri - Kahraman ARSLAN

DERS ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI - PROGRAM ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI İLİŞKİSİ

Contribution of The Course Unit To The Programme Learning Outcomes

Ders Öğrenme Çıktıları (DÖÇ)	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
Program Öğrenme Çıktıları (PÖÇ)
1) Be able to explain the fundamental concepts, theories, and processes of logistics and supply chain management, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the parties involved in the supply chain.
2) It can handle logistics operations such as warehouse management, order processing, transportation, packaging, and labeling.
3) They can apply basic knowledge of foreign trade, marketing, and customs legislation, as well as foreign trade processes (INCOTERMS, delivery and payment methods, etc.).
4) Can evaluate the internal and external environment of logistics companies in terms of economic indicators.
5) Can develop innovative solutions to complex problems encountered in the field of logistics.
6) Can effectively use theoretical knowledge and information technologies in design, planning, and decision-making processes.
7) Through experience gained in workplace practices, theoretical knowledge can be integrated with practical application.
8) They can act with a sense of professional responsibility within the framework of ethical values, principles of social responsibility, labor law, and occupational health and safety regulations.
9) Can manage logistics processes in accordance with the principles of sustainability, green logistics, and environmental awareness.
10) Can effectively participate in teamwork and communication processes.
11) They can follow current developments and technological innovations in the field of logistics.

SECTION III: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COURSE UNIT AND COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Be able to explain the fundamental concepts, theories, and processes of logistics and supply chain management, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the parties involved in the supply chain.
2)	It can handle logistics operations such as warehouse management, order processing, transportation, packaging, and labeling.
3)	They can apply basic knowledge of foreign trade, marketing, and customs legislation, as well as foreign trade processes (INCOTERMS, delivery and payment methods, etc.).	4
4)	Can evaluate the internal and external environment of logistics companies in terms of economic indicators.
5)	Can develop innovative solutions to complex problems encountered in the field of logistics.
6)	Can effectively use theoretical knowledge and information technologies in design, planning, and decision-making processes.
7)	Through experience gained in workplace practices, theoretical knowledge can be integrated with practical application.	4
8)	They can act with a sense of professional responsibility within the framework of ethical values, principles of social responsibility, labor law, and occupational health and safety regulations.
9)	Can manage logistics processes in accordance with the principles of sustainability, green logistics, and environmental awareness.	4
10)	Can effectively participate in teamwork and communication processes.	4
11)	They can follow current developments and technological innovations in the field of logistics.

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Lectures
Discussion
Case Study
Problem Solving
Reading
Technical Visit
Brain Storming
Questions Answers
Active Participation in Class

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Final Exam
Quiz
Active Participation in Class
Participation in Discussions

Contribution of Assesment & Evalution Activities to Final Grade of the Course

Measurement and Evaluation Methods	# of practice per semester	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	1	% 15.00
Midterms	1	% 35.00
Semester Final Exam	1	% 50.00
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

SECTION V: WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS ALLOCATED FOR THE COURSE

WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Teaching & Learning Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Course	14	3	42
Laboratory	0	0	0
Application	0	0	0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)	0	0	0
Field Work	0	0	0
Study Hours Out of Class	14	1.5	21
Presentations / Seminar	0	0	0
Project	0	0	0
Homework Assignments	0	0	0
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities	-	-	63
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES
Assesment & Evaluation Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Quizzes	1	12	12
Midterms	1	32	32
Semester Final Exam	1	46	46
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities	-	-	90
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities)			153
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h)			6