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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

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Using the theoretical/conceptual and practical knowledge acquired for architectural design, design activities and research.
2) Identifying, defining and effectively discussing aesthetic, functional and structural requirements for solving design problems using critical thinking methods.
3) Being aware of the diversity of social patterns and user needs, values and behavioral norms, which are important inputs in the formation of the built environment, at local, regional, national and international scales.
4) Gaining knowledge and skills about architectural design methods that are focused on people and society, sensitive to natural and built environment in the field of architecture.
5) Gaining skills to understand the relationship between architecture and other disciplines, to be able to cooperate, to develop comprehensive projects; to take responsibility in independent studies and group work.
6) Giving importance to the protection of natural and cultural values in the design of the built environment by being aware of the responsibilities in terms of human rights and social interests.
7) Giving importance to sustainability in the solution of design problems and the use of natural and artificial resources by considering the social, cultural and environmental issues of architecture.
8) Being able to convey and communicate all kinds of conceptual and practical thoughts related to the field of architecture by using written, verbal and visual media and information technologies.
9) Gaining the ability to understand and use technical information about building technology such as structural systems, building materials, building service systems, construction systems, life safety.
10) Being aware of legal and ethical responsibilities in design and application processes.