International Trade and Logistics (Non-Thesis)

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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
70413METXZ-MTL0042	E-Commerce and Logistics	1	Spring	3	0	3	8

Course Type :	Compulsory
Cycle:	Master TQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi DERYA SAATÇIOĞLU
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SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to introduce the students with the basic principles of e-commerce and to provide a road map for the successful realization of the logistics processes in e-commerce. To achieve this goal, clear learning objectives for each week's topics are set and summarized below. These goals are based on a synthesis of academic and professional advice on the knowledge and skill set required for success in this field.

Course Content:

This course includes topics such as the definition and scope of e-commerce, e-commerce business models, e-commerce infrastructure, security and payment systems, last mile delivery, reverse logistics process in e-commerce, customer satisfaction in e-commerce logistics processes.

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) In this course, students will be able to explain the history of e-commerce and the basic concepts of e-commerce.
2) In this course, students will be able to identify the elements of e-commerce infrastructure.
3) In this course, students will be able to define and compare e-commerce business models.
4) In this course, students will will be able to explain the last mile delivery solutions.
5) In this course, students will be able to analyze the reverse logistics process in e-commerce.
6) In this course, students will be able to define the elements that are important for customer satisfaction in logistics processes in e-commerce.
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
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.)*

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Introductions, Syllabus & Class Expectations; An overview of “E-commerce and Logistics” course.
2)	Definition and Scope of E-commerce
3)	E-commerce Business Models
4)	E-commerce Infrastructure, Security and Payment Systems
5)	Last Mile Delivery
6)	Last Mile Delivery / Future Solutions
7)	Reverse Logistics Process in E-commerce
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Customer Satisfaction in Logistics Processes in E-commerce
10)	Case Studies
11)	Speaker from E-commerce Industry
12)	Speaker from E-commerce Industry
13)	Article Review, Project Presentations
14)	Article Review, Project Presentations

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

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
CLOs/PLOs	1	2	1	2	3	4	5	1	2	1	2	3	4	5	6
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO5
CLO6

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 basic and theoretical knowledge required in international trade and logistics.	5
	1.1 .	5
	1.2 .	5
2)	Improves the vision of problem solving by taking advantage of the case method in different areas of international trade and logistics.	5
	2.1 .	5
	2.2 .	5
	2.3 .	3
	2.4 .	3
	2.5 .	4

3)	Can use the theoretical knowledge in scientific research and decision making with efficiency and reports the results with an analytical approach.	5
	3.1 .	5
	3.2 .	4
4)	In addition to the bachelor level competencies already acquired, 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 professional level in business and/or academic life.	5
	4.1 Develops analyzing problems, solving them and managing the conflicts competence in the expert level.	5
	4.2 Participates as a team member in the environments that require the solving of the conflicts and acts as a leader when necessary.	3
	4.3 Evaluates the norms and standards present in the works in which s/he takes responsibility in a critical point of view, develops innovative and entrepreneurial ideas.	3
	4.4 Aware of the advanced technology and digital transformation possibilities in his/her works.
	4.5 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 field in a systematical and effective way.
	4.6 Has cultural awareness and s/he transfers this to the groups within and outside his/her field.

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.)

LEARNING & TEACHING METHODS

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

ASSESMENT & EVALUATION METHODS

CLO1

CLO2

CLO3

CLO4

CLO5

CLO6

-Lectures

-Midterm

-Discussion

-Presentation

-Case Study

-Final Exam

-Problem Solving

-Quiz

-Demonstration

-Report Evaluation

-Views

-Homework Evaluation

-Laboratory

-Oral Exam

-Reading

-Thesis Defense

-Homework

-Jury Evaluation

-Project Preparation

-Practice Exam

-Thesis Preparation

-Evaluation of Implementation Training in the Workplace

-Peer Education

-Active Participation in Class

-Seminar

- Participation in Discussions

-Technical Visit

-Course Conference

-Brain Storming

-Questions Answers

-Individual and Group Work

-Role Playing-Animation-Improvisation