SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
60413MEEOZ-INT0012	International Trade	1	Spring	3	0	3	5

Course Type :	Compulsory
Cycle:	Bachelor      TQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree      QF-EHEA:First Cycle      EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	English
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BURAK NEDİM AKTAŞ
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BURAK NEDİM AKTAŞ
Dersin Kategorisi:	Field Specific

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to give general information about the organizational structures, functions, activities and business environments of international businesses, to support the subject with case studies and as a result, to develop a perspective on international business in students. Students are given the opportunity to experience the practical equivalent of theoretical knowledge by providing case studies from global companies. Through the discussions, it is ensured that they gain a critical point of view.

Course Content:

In summary, the course content is an introduction to the theory of international trade and factor mobility, the structures and characteristics of multinational business organizations, the emerging new economy and global foreign exchange markets, globalization, the socio-economic, political and cultural environment of international business, foreign investments, regional economic mergers, global strategy development, methods of entering foreign markets, global marketing, export and import processes, and global human resources management.

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) Defines the international businesses and gains ability to make comparisons with natinal companies.

2) In addition to learning the system of doing business abroad with a solid understanding, students understand the unique problems and characteristics of international business organizations.

3) Identifies the difference between a local and an international business.

4) Defines government influence on international cooperation and agreements while learning the criteria for determining the most suitable foreign country to invest in.

5) Defines the functions of multinational enterprises, reveals the difference with national enterprises.

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

1) Identifies the different types of commercial policies used to promote international business.

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) Differentiates the various modes of market entry strategies, based on the product and/or service.

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Globalization and International Business	Openning case study
2)	The Cultural, Political and Legal Environments Facing Business	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
3)	The Economic Environments Facing Businesses and Globalization and Society	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
4)	International Trade and Factor Mobility Theory	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
5)	Governmental Influence on Trade; Cross-National Cooperation and Agreements	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
6)	Global Foreign-Exchange Markets	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
7)	MIDTERM	Repetition of the chapters in the textbook
8)	The Strategy of International Business	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
9)	Country Evaluation and Selection	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
10)	Export and Import; Direct Investment and Collaborative Strategies	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
11)	The Organization of International Business; Marketing Globally	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
12)	Global Operations and Supply-Chain Management; International Accounting and Finance Issues	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
13)	International Human Resource Management	Reading Related Chapter of Texbook Openning Case Study
14)	FINAL EXAM

*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:	• John D. Daniels, Lee H. Radebaugh, Daniel P. Sullivan, and Reid W. Click, International Business: Environments & Operations, 17th edition. Pearson Education (2021). • Simon Collinson, Rajneesh Narula, Alan M. Rugman - International Business, 8th Edition-Pearson Education (2020).
References:	• John D. Daniels, Lee H. Radebaugh, Daniel P. Sullivan, and Reid W. Click, International Business: Environments & Operations, 17th edition. Pearson Education (2021). • Simon Collinson, Rajneesh Narula, Alan M. Rugman - International Business, 8th Edition-Pearson Education (2020).

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

(The matrix below shows how the course learning outcomes (CLOs) associates with programme learning outcomes (both KPLOs & SPLOs) and, if exist, the level of quantitative contribution to them.)

Relationship Between CLOs & PLOs

(KPLOs and SPLOs are the abbreviations for Key & Sub- Programme Learning Outcomes, respectively. )

CLOs/PLOs	KPLO 1								KPLO 2				KPLO 3							KPLO 4				KPLO 5
	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO5
CLO6
CLO7

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)	Explains the theoretical information about the field of logistics management.	5
	1.1 Defines logistics strategies.	5
	1.2 Explains purchasing and procurement management and supplier relationship management.	5
	1.3 Explains transportation types and transportation economics.
	1.4 List the stock management processes.
	1.5 Lists warehouse business processes, order management, material handling, packaging and labeling.
	1.6 Recalls national and international legislation and regulations related to transportation.
	1.7 Practices planning and operations management in transportation management.
	1.8 Matches effectively the current information and communication technologies required by logistics management.
2)	Evaluates the supply chain management philosophy.
	2.1 Explains the supply chain strategies
	2.2 Associates all logistics activities within the framework of cooperation in supply chain management.
	2.3 Practices network design, planning and modeling in the supply chain.
	2.4 Interprets the risk management and insurance issues in the supply chain.
3)	Evaluates the basic functions required by business management and trade.
	3.1 Defines strategic management and organization issues in businesses.
	3.2 Explains the marketing activities of enterprises operating in the fields of production and service in national and international markets.
	3.3 Evaluates financial and cost accounting issues in business management.
	3.4 Interprets the knowledge in the field of economics at micro and macro level.
	3.5 Lists the international trade processes.
	3.6 Explains the processes related to customs procedures.
	3.7 Recalls information about basic law and commercial law.
4)	Applies the theoretical knowledge in business life during a semester.	3
	4.1 Experiences all processes in business life.	3
	4.2 Takes part in activities related to the field of education in a business operating in the field.	3
	4.3 Questions the application with theoretical knowledge.	4
	4.4 Compiles the knowledge and experience gained in the field.	4
5)	S/he acquires the competencies that develop by the expectations of business world and the society defined as the institutional outcomes of our university on the advanced level in relation with his/her field.	4
	5.1 Acquires the analyzing solving the problems and managing the conflicts.	4
	5.2 Participates as a team member and takes responsibility in the environments that require the solving of the conflicts and acts as a leader when necessary.	3
	5.3 Has awareness for ethical and social responsivity.	3
	5.4 By supporting the learnt courses with quantitative and qualitative data; and by using verbal and visual communication means, s/he transfers them to the groups within and outside his/her group in a systematical and effective way.	4
	5.5 Evaluates the norms and standards present in the works in which s/he takes responsibility in a critical point of view.	4
	5.6 Develops strategical, innovative and entrepreneurial ideas.	4
	5.7 Acquires competence of managing the change.	3
	5.8 Shows development personally and socially with and awareness for lifelong learning.	4
	5.9 Follows advanced technologies and developments about digital transformation.	3
	5.10 Has cultural awareness and s/he transfers this to the groups within and outside his/her field.	3
	5.11 Has awareness about citizenship competency.	3
	5.12 Acquires communication in a Foreign Language (English) competence defined on the level of at least B1 in European Language Portfolio. (In programs whose medium of instruction is English, on the level of B2/B2+).	3

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
Demonstration
Views
Laboratory
Reading
Homework
Project Preparation
Thesis Preparation
Peer Education
Seminar
Technical Visit
Course Conference
Brain Storming
Questions Answers
Individual and Group Work
Role Playing-Animation-Improvisation
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
Presentation
Final Exam
Quiz
Report Evaluation
Homework Evaluation
Oral Exam
Thesis Defense
Jury Evaluation
Practice Exam
Evaluation of Implementation Training in the Workplace
Active Participation in Class
Participation in Discussions

Relationship Between CLOs & Teaching-Learning, Assesment-Evaluation Methods of the Course

(The matrix below shows the teaching-learning and assessment-evaluation methods designated for the course unit in relation to the course learning outcomes.)

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

Measurement and Evaluation Methods	# of practice per semester	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	2	% 20.00
Midterms	1	% 30.00
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	12	1	12
Presentations / Seminar	0	0	0
Project	0	0	0
Homework Assignments	12	1	12
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities	-	-	66
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES
Assesment & Evaluation Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Quizzes	2	3	6
Midterms	1	4	4
Semester Final Exam	1	6	6
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities	-	-	16
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities)			82
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h)			5