BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course Introduction and Application Information
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| IB3312 | Selected Cases in International Trade and Business | Spring Fall |
3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Basic information
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. FADİME İREM DOĞAN |
| Course Objectives: | The main objective of this course is to provide relevant practical insights to international trade and business students to better understand the reasons behind successes and failures that have actually taken place in international business cases. The students are expected to analyze and develop their own points of views on those cases based on their theoretical knowledge accumulated during the first three years of the department’s curriculum. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Analyzes international business cases to identify the reasons behind successes and failures, using their theoretical knowledge from prior coursework. 2. Understands the impact of globalization on international business operations and strategies. 3. Evaluates how different cultural, governmental, and legal systems influence international business practices. 4. Understands the theories related to trade, factor mobility, and trade protectionism, and apply these concepts to real-world cases. 5. Assesses the role of ethics and social responsibility in international business decision-making. 6. Develops strategies for entering and competing in global markets, including understanding the various modes of trading and international marketing strategies. |
Course Content
| The course provides an in-depth analysis of real-world cases in international trade and business, emphasizing problem-solving and strategic decision-making skills. The teaching methods of this course include technology-assisted learning and lecture. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction & Explanation of the Syllabus | |
| 2) | International Business and Globalization | |
| 3) | Culture | |
| 4) | Governmental and Legal Systems | |
| 5) | Economic Systems and Market Methods | |
| 6) | Trade and Factor Mobility Theory | |
| 7) | Trade protectionism | |
| 8) | Mid-term exam | |
| 9) | Economic Integration and Cooperation | |
| 10) | Markets for Foreign Exchange | |
| 11) | Ethics and Social Responsibility | |
| 12) | Strategies for International Business | |
| 13) | Modes of Trading Internationally | |
| 14) | Global Marketing |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
| References: | Global Marketing- Keegan/Green - 6th Edition (weekly readings will be provided) International Business Environments & Organizations- Daniels/Radebaugh/Sullivan/Click- 16th Edition |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Homework Assignments | 1 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 11 | 9 | 99 |
| Homework Assignments | 7 | 1 | 7 |
| Midterms | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload | 150 | ||
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Being able to identify problems and ask right questions | |
| 2) | Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude | |
| 3) | Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail | |
| 4) | Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education | |
| 5) | Applying theoretical concepts in project planning | |
| 6) | Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork | |
| 7) | Increasing efficiency rate in business environment | |
| 8) | Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty | |
| 9) | Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business | |
| 10) | Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding | |
| 11) | Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology | |
| 12) | Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life | |
| 13) | Possessing managing skills and competence | |
| 14) | Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations | |
| 15) | Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment |