DIGITAL GAME DESIGN
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
IB4613	The New Trends and Techniques in International Trade Finance	Spring	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:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. BAHAR KÖSEOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s):	Instructor SELDA EKE
Recommended Optional Program Components:	The Handbook of International Trade and Finance, The Complete Guide for International Sales, Finance, Shipping and Administration by Anders Grath,Dec.28,2013
Course Objectives:	The aim of the course is to teach the students the basic trade finance concepts and instruments currently used in international trade activities.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Understand the main risks in international trade, mainly credit risk and the methods to manage this risk
2. Learn some basic trade finance concepts such as pre shipment and post shipment finance and the role of the banks in trade finance from the perspective of a company's financial needs.
3. Have a general understanding of trade finance markets and learn about the products of different financial institutions
4. Learn how banking products would help to finance the working capital needs of the companies in conducting their trade activities
5. Learn the importance of delivery terms in managing delivery risks in international trade .
6. Understand how different payment methods would impose risks to the parties in international trade and how these risks are managed.
7. Understand how different payment methods would be used to manage the credit risk and that would be used to obtain finance for the parties in international trade.
8. Understand the alternative finance methods in addition to bank finance.
9. Understand the role of insurance in conducting international trade activities, especially how credit risks are managed through insurance and the market for it (i.e export credit insurance).
10.Enhance their understanding to judge the need to move from traditional trade finance to supply chain finance and to learn the main products in supply chain finance.
11. Explore the trade finance solutions and apply learnings to trade activities.

Course Content

This course examines new trends in international trade and finance and the effects of innovative techniques such as digitalization, sustainability and fintech on the business world. Students will have the opportunity to develop strategic decision-making skills by analyzing dynamic changes in global markets.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction: The syllabus will be explained. ( the course objectives and learning objectives will be explained ) Overview of world trade activities and the parties in international trade.
2)	Trade credit risk and credit risk management Foreign currency risk and FCY risk management Other major risks the companies should manage in international trade activities. Determining the financing needs of the companies through the operating cycle of companies ; S/T bank loans ( pre - post shipment finance)
3)	Main documents in international trade Draft ( B/E ) as a payment instrument. Terms of delivery ( INCOTERMS)
4)	Methods of payment I : Open account (Cash against goods ) cash in advance Documentary Collection (D/A, D/P) Cases
5)	Methods of payment II : The letter of credit (L/C) Types of L/Cs. Case
6)	Bonds and guarantees ( guarantees used in commercial activities) Minicases Standby letters of credit Surety bond
7)	Wrap up
8)	Midterm
9)	Credit insurance : Export and domestic credit insurance The market for credit insurance ; private and public ( export credit agencies , E.C.A.s) Overseas investments and investment risks. Political risk insurance
10)	Factoring Minicase
11)	Forfaiting Minicase
12)	Financial Leasing Minicase
13)	Uluslarası ticaretin finasmanında dijitalleşme, gelecek için bir vizyon Özet
14)	Wrap up mini cases

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

The Handbook of International Trade and Finance, The Complete Guide for International Sales, Finance, Shipping and Administration by Anders Grath,Dec.28,2013

References:

The Handbook of International Trade and Finance, The Complete Guide for International Sales, Finance, Shipping and Administration, Anders Grath ( available in Bahçeşehir University library in hard copy and also online among resources )

-The Fundamentals of Trade Finance , Joseph Greco and Brian Murray ( available in Bahçeşehir library in hard copy )
-Finance of International Trade, Eric Bishop ( available online in Bahçeşehir University library online )
-International Trade Finance, Tarsem Singh Bhopal, Arun Kumar Trivedi ( available online in Bahçeşehir University library online

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Application	1	% 5
Quizzes	1	% 10
Homework Assignments	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 25
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Application	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	6	9	54
Homework Assignments	1	8	8
Quizzes	1	1	1
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	2	2
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)	Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design.
2)	Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives.
3)	Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game.
4)	Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience.
5)	Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines.
6)	Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games.
7)	Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process.
8)	Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process.
9)	Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation.
10)	Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice.
11)	Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice.
12)	Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games.