INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
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
IF1512 Introduction to Finance Spring 3 0 3 8
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): Assist. Prof. BAHAR KÖSEOĞLU
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to provide a firm background about the essentials of corporate finance. This course describes the basic concept and practical applications of Finance theory. The course provides a working knowledge of the tools and analytical conventions used in the practice of corporate finance. The emphasis is on establishing an understanding of the basic elements of financial theory to be used in the application of analytical reasoning to financial management problems. The course is a self-study format aided by presentations, notes, and example problems. The topics will be explained based on problem-solving and are discussed each week during the semester.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
At the end of the course, you will be able to:
1-describe and explain the concept finance and financial management,
2-explain the role, function responsibilities of financial managers,
3-determine the value of the cmpany based on the financial statements and cash flow.
4-compute the value of common stock and- firm on examples,
5-apply discounted cash- flow,
6-determine the methods used in capital budgeting,
7-demonstrate the value of intangible assets and
8-learn special finance techniques.

Course Content

Organization of a firm, principal agent problem, financial markets work, financial markets and institutions, time value of money, pricing
Teaching methods of the course are “Lecture, Individual Study, Reading, Discussion, Problem Solving, Case Study, Group Work, Project Preparation”

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Financial Environment: Concepts and Principles
2) Financial Environment: Concepts and Principles
3) Financial Statement
4) Financial Statement Analysis
5) Time value of money
6) Securities and Valuation
7) Introduction to capital budgeting
8) Midterm
9) Capital Budgeting
10) Cost of Capital
11) Short-and Long term capital management
12) Assignment
13) Assignment
14) Special Topics in Finance

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ross-Westerfield-Jordan, Essentials of Corporate Finance, McGraw-Hill Publication.

References: Other Readings
Brealey-Myers, Fundamentals of corporate Finance
James C. Van Horne-John M. Wachowicz, Fundamentals of Financial Management, 13th edition, Prentice Hall.
Berk, N. Finansal Yönetim, 13. baskı., Türkmen yayınevi, İstanbul, 2020.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 40
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 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 13 9 117
Homework Assignments 1 26 26
Midterms 1 2 2
Paper Submission 1 14 14
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 200

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently.
7) Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself. 3
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 4
11) Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Develop effective and efficient managerial skills.