COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

International Business and Trade (English)

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AYÇA KÜBRA HIZARCI

Offered to

International Trade and Business (English)
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (English)
International Business and Trade (English)

Course Objective

The purpose of the course is to lay the fundamentals of an entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship ecosystem for the learner. For this purpose, not only the concept of entrepreneurship will be discussed but also types, experiences and finance methods of entrepreneurship from around the world will be assessed throughout the course.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

Business Model Generation. Alexander Osterwalder & Yves Pigneur

Other course materials are drawn from a range of reports and journal articles.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lectures
2. Discussions
3. Group Studies
4. Case Studies

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

1. The learner will define the concept of entrepreneurship giving reference to the main components of entrepreneurship culture.
2. The learner will compare the different entrepreneurship types showing his/her ability to put the knowledge acquired in this field into practical realities of the international business environment

The following scale will be used for the assessment of all criteria:
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%)
Criteria:
1-) Conducting global market analysis by highlighting comprehensive environmental, industry, customer and competitor analysis. (20 points)
2-) Using the trade reports, indexes and other related data effectively. (10 points)
3-) Conducting effective SWOT analysis. (10 points)
4-) Demonstrating skills of correspondence. (10 points)
5-) Demonstrating knowledge on delivery and payment terms in an international trade setting and preparing related documentation. (30 points)
6-) Demonstrating knowledge on logistic operations and documentations. (20 points)

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

1. 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.
2. Attending at least 70 percent of lectures is mandatory.
3. Plagiarism of any type will result in disciplinary action.

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