COURSE UNIT TITLE

: INTRODUCTION TO TRADE AND BUSINESS

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
IBS 1601 INTRODUCTION TO TRADE AND BUSINESS COMPULSORY 3 0 0 4

Offered By

International Trade and Business (English)

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR BERNA KIRKULAK ULUDAĞ

Offered to

International Trade and Business (English)

Course Objective

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts, structures, and practices of trade and business in both national and international contexts. Students will gain a broad understanding of business operations, market systems, trade mechanisms, organizational structures, and the regulatory environment that supports commercial activities. The course prepares students to recognize how trade and business activities interact with economic, political, and cultural factors globally.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

2   Define key concepts related to business, commerce, and trade.
3   Describe the structure and operation of local and international markets.
4   Identify different forms of businesses and explain their characteristics.
5   Explain the principles and practices of domestic and international trade
6   Interpret how political, legal, and economic environments impact business activities.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Introduction to Trade and Business Concepts
2 Types of Businesses
3 Local and International Markets
4 Fundamentals of Trade
5 Business Functions Overview
6 Supply Chains and Logistics Basics
7 Trade Policies and Regulations
8 International Organizations in Trade
9 Business and Trade Documentation
10 Payment Methods in Trade
11 Global Trade Trends
12 Ethics and Social Responsibility in Business
13 Discussion
14 General Overview

Recomended or Required Reading

To be announced.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lecture
2. Assignments

Assessment Methods

SORTING NUMBER SHORT CODE LONG CODE FORMULA
1 MT Midterm
2 FN Final
3 FCG FINAL COURSE GRADE MT * 0.40 + FN * 0.60
4 RST RESIT
5 FCGR FINAL COURSE GRADE (RESIT) MT * 0.40 + RST * 0.60


Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

1. Understanding of core trade and business concepts
2. Ability to explain market structures and trade mechanisms
3. Application of trade documentation and payment methods

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

1. Attending at least 70 percent of lectures is mandatory.
2. Plagiarism of any type will result in disciplinary action.
3. Students should attend the classes on time.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Doç.Dr. Ibrahim Halil Korkmaz
E-mail: ibrahimhalil.korkmaz@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 14 3 42
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 14 2 28
Preparation for midterm exam 1 10 10
Preparation for final exam 1 10 10
Preparing assignments 3 6 18
Midterm 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 110

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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