INTERNATIONAL FINANCE
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
VCD3020	Critical and Creative Thinking in Design	Fall	3	0	3	5

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. ECE ARIHAN
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The course aims to introduce students to the foundational frameworks of critical and creative thinking, enhancing their ability to analyze and solve complex design problems. It seeks to foster innovative and reflective practices while promoting an understanding of ethical considerations in creative work. Additionally, the course encourages interdisciplinary approaches to tackling design challenges, enabling students to develop a comprehensive perspective on the social and cultural implications of their work.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Analyze complex design problems using critical thinking frameworks.
2) Evaluate existing design solutions with reference to cultural, ethical, and aesthetic criteria.
3) Apply creative thinking techniques to generate innovative design concepts.
4) Synthesize interdisciplinary ideas to address design challenges.
5) Critique the social and environmental implications of design decisions.

Course Content

This course explores the principles and methodologies of critical and creative thinking within the context of design. Students will engage with theoretical frameworks, case studies, and reflective practices to develop skills in analyzing design problems and generating innovative solutions. The course emphasizes the interplay between logic, creativity, and social responsibility in the design process.
Teaching Methods: Lecture, Individual Study, Discussion

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Critical and Creative Thinking in Design
2)	Understanding critical thinking frameworks
3)	Creative Thinking Techniques in Design
4)	Problem-solving methodologies for designers
5)	Ethical considerations in design
6)	Interdisciplinary approaches to design thinking
7)	Midterm
8)	Social responsibility in design
9)	The role of aesthetics in critical design
10)	Cognitive biases and their impact on design
11)	Tools for visualizing critical and creative thinking
12)	Integrating theory and practice in design projects
13)	Presentations of critical and creative design solutions
14)	Overview of the course and discussing future directions in design thinking

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Kelley, T. (2001). The art of innovation: Lessons in creativity from IDEO, America's leading design firm (Vol. 10). Currency. Cross, N. (2023). Design thinking: Understanding how designers think and work. Bloomsbury Publishing.
References:	Brown, T. (2019). Change by design, revised and updated: how design thinking transforms organizations and inspires innovation. HarperCollins.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	75
Midterms	1	4
Final	1	4
Total Workload		125

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)	To correctly identify the problems and to be able to ask the correct questions	2
2)	To have the ability for problem solving and to utilize analytical approach in dealing with the problems of finance	1
3)	To understand and grasp the full details of theoretical arguments and counter arguments	2
4)	To be fully prepared for a graduate study in finance and to have lifelong learning awareness	2
5)	To be able to apply theoretical principles of finance to the realities of practical business life	1
6)	To develop solutions for managerial problems by understanding the requirements of international financial markets	2
7)	To think innovatively and creatively in complex situations	3
8)	To be able to make decisions both locally and internationally by knowing the effects of globalization on business and social life	2
9)	To have the competencies of the digital age and to use the necessary financial applications	2
10)	To be able to use at least one foreign language both for communication and academic purposes	1
11)	To understand the importance of business ethics and to take decisions by knowing the legal and ethical consequences of their activities in the academic world and business life	2
12)	To develop an objective criticism in business and academic life and having a perspective to self-criticize	2