BIOMEDICAL 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
IF3552 International Finance Fall 3 0 3 7
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 : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAHAR KÖSEOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. ASLI YÜKSEL
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi AYŞE DİLARA ALTIOK YILMAZ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course introduces students to International Finance and equips them with tools and methods to study and analyze international economic issues and problems.The overall purpose of the course is to extend the principles of finance from a single-country setting to a multinational setting.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Understand the environment and factors associated with foreign exchange rate determination.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of international finance terminology.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the various forms of financial instruments available for foreign exchange risk management.
4. Understand key economic theories that underlie the foundation of international finance.

Course Content

foreign exchange rate determination, international finance terminology, foreign exchange risk management, foundation of international finance.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Finance Function in Multinational Setting
2) International Monetary System
3) Balance of payments
4) Interest Rates
5) Foreign Exchange Market
6) Derivative Securities
7) International Arbitrage
8) Review
9) International Risk Management
10) International Investment and Financing Decisions
11) Financial Management for MNCs
12) International Banking
13) International Performance Measurement
14) Course Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Alan C. Shapiro, Multinational Financial Management (9th Edition), John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (2010) ISBN-13 978-0470-41501-6

References: David K. Eiteman, Michael H. Moffett, Arthur I. Stonehill, Multinational Business Finance (12th Edition), Pearson Education (2009) ISBN- 9780136121565

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 5
Quizzes 2 % 5
Project 1 % 25
Midterms 1 % 25
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 35
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 65
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 41
Study Hours Out of Class 15 53
Project 13 39
Midterms 1 2
Final 14 29
Total Workload 164

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) Adequate knowledge of subjects specific to mathematics (analysis, linear, algebra, differential equations, statistics), science (physics, chemistry, biology) and related engineering discipline, and the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose
3) Design complex Biomedical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Biomedical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct numerical or physical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Biomedical Engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Biomedical Engineering-related problems.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, oral and written, to have gained the level of English language knowledge (European Language Portfolio B1 general level) to follow the innovations in the field of Biomedical Engineering; gain the ability to write and understand written reports effectively, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Having knowledge for the importance of acting in accordance with the ethical principles of biomedical engineering and the awareness of professional responsibility and ethical responsibility and the standards used in biomedical engineering applications
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Biomedical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Biomedical Engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.