COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

International Business and Trade

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR ÖZGE ÖZGEN

Offered to

International Business and Trade
International Trade and Business (English)

Course Objective

The purpose of the course is to provide the student with essential information on cultural, socio-economic and political characteristics of the countries of Africa, focusing on the sub-saharan part of the countries and with regard to their implications for the business environment.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

IBS 2014 - COMPARATIVE ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

1. Course materials are drawn from a range of textbooks and journal articles

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures
Discussions
Group Studies
Case Studies

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

1. The learner will explain the cultural, socio-economic and political dynamics of African people and countries, to assess the business opportunities in this region.
2. The learner will recognize the major international cooperation and integration schemes among the African countries and make inferences on their implications for the business environment.
3. The learner will demonstrate the common business practices and traditions in Africa, in order to assess their implications for doing business in this region.

IN THIS COURSE, THERE WILL BE 5 DIFFERENT ASSIGNMENTS.
The following scale will be used for the assessment of all criteria. The criteria are also presented below the scale with point values.
This particular element is absent or falls short of expectations, and /or it is completely out of place within the given context. Poor (0%)
This particular element is somewhat absent and does not entirely fit the context. Fair (40%)
This particular element is developed satisfactorily and fits the context at an acceptable standard. Good (60%)
This particular element is developed in a good and professional way and fits into the context. Very good (80%)
The way this particular element is developed is noteworthy and fits perfectly into the context. Excellent (100%)

Assignment 1
Macro Economic Prospects; Foreign Trade & Regional Integrations; Regional Integrations in Africa
Assignment 2
Human Development in Africa & Corruption
Assignment 3
The Transformational Use of Information and Communication Technologies & Africa & Sustainability Development Goals
Assignment 4 Planning and Organizing Africa Day
Assignment 5 (AS A GROUP MAX 4 STUDENTS) Find a African or Turkish company make an interview with a responsible person who is related with Africa-Turkey trade relations

THE CRITERIA USED IN ASSESSMENTS OF ASSIGNMENTS
Understanding the context 20 points
Finding right and updated data/news/photo/case 30 points
Interpreting the found data/news/photo/case and writing interpretations to the slide notes - 40 points
Presenting in professional manner 10 points

THE CRITERIA USED IN ASSESSMENT OF AFRICA DAY ORGANIZATION
Active participation in planning part 30 points
Active role in during organization 60 points
Report writing 10 points

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

1. Attending at least 70 % of lectures is mandatory.
2. Plagiarism of any type will result in disciplinary action.
3. Although the course is mainly based on lectures, around 20 % of each session is intended for class discussion, based on the lecture itself and assigned readings. Therefore, students are expected to be prepared for class participation at each session.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

To be announced.

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes