Course Detail
Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
GLOBAL ECONOMY POLITICS and 21.CENTURY | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
Course Program |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses |
Language of Course | Turkish |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Elective |
Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Rana ATABAY KUŞÇU |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Kerem ALKİN |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | This course aims to provide a general perspective on the basic and current issues of global political economy and their reflections on the Turkish economy. |
Course Content | This course contains; Modern Economy: 1400-1800,Industry, Empire and War: 1800 - 1945,Global Economy After World Wars,International Trade and Multinational Production,International Finance,Rising Powers,Development and Democracy,Inequality,Environment,Turkish Economy in the 2000s,Geopolitical Risks and Turkish Economy,Türkiye, BRICS and Other Developing Countries,New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part One,New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part Two. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
1. Analyzing the Interrelation Between Economy and Politics on a Global Scale | 10, 16, 9 | A |
1.1. Examine historical examples of how political decisions have influenced global economic trends, such as trade agreements, sanctions, or international conflicts. | ||
1.2. Assess the impact of global economic organizations and treaties on the political landscape, considering institutions like the World Trade Organization (WTO) or regional economic unions. | ||
1.3. Ekonomi politikalarının, örneğin kemer sıkma önlemleri veya para birimi devalüasyonu ile ilgili olarak, siyasi istikrar üzerinde doğrudan sonuçları olduğu ülkelerin vaka çalışmalarını analiz eder | ||
2. Questions the difficulty of solving global economic problems. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
2.1. Identify key global economic challenges, such as income inequality, climate change, or financial crises, and explore the inherent complexities in addressing these issues on a worldwide scale. | ||
2.2. Compare and contrast different approaches and strategies employed by various international actors, like governments, NGOs, and multinational corporations, in tackling global economic problems. | ||
2.3. Evaluate the role of public opinion and cultural differences in the perception of global economic issues and their potential solutions. | ||
3. Compares different periods of the global economy. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
3.1. Conduct historical research to analyze shifts in the global economy over distinct periods, e.g., the post-World War II era, the Cold War, and the contemporary globalized world. | ||
3.2. Explore economic trends and technological advancements that have shaped these different periods, and assess their consequences on various regions and countries. | ||
3.3. Assess the lessons learned from past global economic crises and how they have influenced the development of economic policies and international cooperation. | ||
4. Evaluates the effects of global economic and political developments on the Turkish economy | 10, 16, 9 | A |
4.1. Examine the specific political and economic events that have had a significant impact on Turkey's economic growth or stability, such as the refugee crisis or trade relations with neighboring countries. | ||
4.2. Analyze Turkey's foreign policy decisions and their repercussions on the country's trade, investment, and overall economic prospects. | ||
4.3. Investigate the role of international organizations like the IMF, World Bank, or the United Nations in shaping Turkey's economic policies and their alignment with global political developments. | ||
5. It makes policy recommendations to increase the share of the Turkish economy in the global economy. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
5.1. Assess Turkey's current economic strengths and weaknesses, considering sectors like manufacturing, technology, and services, and identify areas for improvement. | ||
5.2. Research successful economic strategies and policies implemented by other countries and analyze their applicability to Turkey's unique circumstances and challenges. | ||
5.3. Formulate concrete policy recommendations, taking into account international trade agreements, regional partnerships, and domestic reforms that can enhance Turkey's competitiveness and global economic presence. |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Modern Economy: 1400-1800 | |
2 | Industry, Empire and War: 1800 - 1945 | |
3 | Global Economy After World Wars | |
4 | International Trade and Multinational Production | |
5 | International Finance | |
6 | Rising Powers | |
7 | Development and Democracy | |
8 | Inequality | |
9 | Environment | |
10 | Turkish Economy in the 2000s | |
11 | Geopolitical Risks and Turkish Economy | |
12 | Türkiye, BRICS and Other Developing Countries | |
13 | New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part One | |
14 | New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part Two |
Resources |
Robert O’Brien and Marc Williams (2016) "Global Political Economy: Evolution and Dynamics", 5th Edition, Palgrave |
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES David N. Balaam and Bradford Dillman (2014) "Introduction to International Political Economy" 6th Edition, Pearson Ahmet Faruk Aysan, Mehmet Babacan, Nurullah Gur, and Hatice Karahan (2018) "Turkish Economy Between Middle Income Trap and High Income Status", Palgrave |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
1 | Defines the theoretical issues in the field of International Trade and Finance (ITF). | ||||||
2 | Describes the necessary quantitative and statistical methods in the field of ITF. | ||||||
3 | Uses at least one computer program in the field of ITF. | ||||||
4 | Sustains proficiency in a foreign language required in ITF. | ||||||
5 | Prepares trade and finance projects and leads teams. | ||||||
6 | Constantly updates himself / herself by following developments in science and technology with an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning through critically evaluating the knowledge and skills that s/he has got. | ||||||
7 | Uses theoretical and practical expertise in the field of ITF. | ||||||
8 | Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication skills. | ||||||
9 | Adopts organizational / institutional and social ethical values. | ||||||
10 | Within the framework of community involvement, adopts social responsibility principles and takes initiative when necessary. | ||||||
11 | Uses and analyses basic facts and data in various disciplines (economics, finance, sociology, law, business) in order to conduct interdisciplinary studies. | ||||||
12 | Gains expertise in global trade, export and import transactions, customs clearance and financing of foreign trade. |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
Total | 100 |
ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Term Project | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
General Exam | 1 | 40 | 40 | |||
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Total Workload(Hour) | 140 | |||||
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(140/30) | 5 | |||||
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. |
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
GLOBAL ECONOMY POLITICS and 21.CENTURY | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
Course Program |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses |
Language of Course | Turkish |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Elective |
Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Rana ATABAY KUŞÇU |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Kerem ALKİN |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | This course aims to provide a general perspective on the basic and current issues of global political economy and their reflections on the Turkish economy. |
Course Content | This course contains; Modern Economy: 1400-1800,Industry, Empire and War: 1800 - 1945,Global Economy After World Wars,International Trade and Multinational Production,International Finance,Rising Powers,Development and Democracy,Inequality,Environment,Turkish Economy in the 2000s,Geopolitical Risks and Turkish Economy,Türkiye, BRICS and Other Developing Countries,New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part One,New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part Two. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
1. Analyzing the Interrelation Between Economy and Politics on a Global Scale | 10, 16, 9 | A |
1.1. Examine historical examples of how political decisions have influenced global economic trends, such as trade agreements, sanctions, or international conflicts. | ||
1.2. Assess the impact of global economic organizations and treaties on the political landscape, considering institutions like the World Trade Organization (WTO) or regional economic unions. | ||
1.3. Ekonomi politikalarının, örneğin kemer sıkma önlemleri veya para birimi devalüasyonu ile ilgili olarak, siyasi istikrar üzerinde doğrudan sonuçları olduğu ülkelerin vaka çalışmalarını analiz eder | ||
2. Questions the difficulty of solving global economic problems. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
2.1. Identify key global economic challenges, such as income inequality, climate change, or financial crises, and explore the inherent complexities in addressing these issues on a worldwide scale. | ||
2.2. Compare and contrast different approaches and strategies employed by various international actors, like governments, NGOs, and multinational corporations, in tackling global economic problems. | ||
2.3. Evaluate the role of public opinion and cultural differences in the perception of global economic issues and their potential solutions. | ||
3. Compares different periods of the global economy. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
3.1. Conduct historical research to analyze shifts in the global economy over distinct periods, e.g., the post-World War II era, the Cold War, and the contemporary globalized world. | ||
3.2. Explore economic trends and technological advancements that have shaped these different periods, and assess their consequences on various regions and countries. | ||
3.3. Assess the lessons learned from past global economic crises and how they have influenced the development of economic policies and international cooperation. | ||
4. Evaluates the effects of global economic and political developments on the Turkish economy | 10, 16, 9 | A |
4.1. Examine the specific political and economic events that have had a significant impact on Turkey's economic growth or stability, such as the refugee crisis or trade relations with neighboring countries. | ||
4.2. Analyze Turkey's foreign policy decisions and their repercussions on the country's trade, investment, and overall economic prospects. | ||
4.3. Investigate the role of international organizations like the IMF, World Bank, or the United Nations in shaping Turkey's economic policies and their alignment with global political developments. | ||
5. It makes policy recommendations to increase the share of the Turkish economy in the global economy. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
5.1. Assess Turkey's current economic strengths and weaknesses, considering sectors like manufacturing, technology, and services, and identify areas for improvement. | ||
5.2. Research successful economic strategies and policies implemented by other countries and analyze their applicability to Turkey's unique circumstances and challenges. | ||
5.3. Formulate concrete policy recommendations, taking into account international trade agreements, regional partnerships, and domestic reforms that can enhance Turkey's competitiveness and global economic presence. |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Modern Economy: 1400-1800 | |
2 | Industry, Empire and War: 1800 - 1945 | |
3 | Global Economy After World Wars | |
4 | International Trade and Multinational Production | |
5 | International Finance | |
6 | Rising Powers | |
7 | Development and Democracy | |
8 | Inequality | |
9 | Environment | |
10 | Turkish Economy in the 2000s | |
11 | Geopolitical Risks and Turkish Economy | |
12 | Türkiye, BRICS and Other Developing Countries | |
13 | New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part One | |
14 | New Threats and Opportunities for the Turkish Economy: Part Two |
Resources |
Robert O’Brien and Marc Williams (2016) "Global Political Economy: Evolution and Dynamics", 5th Edition, Palgrave |
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES David N. Balaam and Bradford Dillman (2014) "Introduction to International Political Economy" 6th Edition, Pearson Ahmet Faruk Aysan, Mehmet Babacan, Nurullah Gur, and Hatice Karahan (2018) "Turkish Economy Between Middle Income Trap and High Income Status", Palgrave |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
1 | Defines the theoretical issues in the field of International Trade and Finance (ITF). | ||||||
2 | Describes the necessary quantitative and statistical methods in the field of ITF. | ||||||
3 | Uses at least one computer program in the field of ITF. | ||||||
4 | Sustains proficiency in a foreign language required in ITF. | ||||||
5 | Prepares trade and finance projects and leads teams. | ||||||
6 | Constantly updates himself / herself by following developments in science and technology with an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning through critically evaluating the knowledge and skills that s/he has got. | ||||||
7 | Uses theoretical and practical expertise in the field of ITF. | ||||||
8 | Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication skills. | ||||||
9 | Adopts organizational / institutional and social ethical values. | ||||||
10 | Within the framework of community involvement, adopts social responsibility principles and takes initiative when necessary. | ||||||
11 | Uses and analyses basic facts and data in various disciplines (economics, finance, sociology, law, business) in order to conduct interdisciplinary studies. | ||||||
12 | Gains expertise in global trade, export and import transactions, customs clearance and financing of foreign trade. |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
Total | 100 |