Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS Credits
6ITF310International Business3+0+036

Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program International Trade and Finance (Eng)
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Objectives of the Course The aim of the course is to teach students the general concepts in international business and processes of international business management.
Course Content This course focuses on the systems, processes, micro environment factors, macro environment factors, investment opportunities and international trade activities of different companies that survive in different geographical locations all around the globe.
Course Methods and Techniques In-Class discussions, case studies, teaching pre-prepared course materials and student’s presentations will be the basic teaching and learning methods.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. Elif TÜRK https://abis.gedik.edu.tr/elif-turk elif.turk@gedik.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi
Micheal E. Porter, 1980, Competitive Strategy: Techniques for Analyzing Industries and Competitors, The Free Press, New York
Katsioloudes, M., Hadjidakis S. (2007), International Business: A Global Perspective, ISBN 0-7506-7983-2
Lecture Notes
Course notes are prepared by the instructor and shared with students.

Course Category
Social Sciences %60
Field %40

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 30
Quizzes 2 % 20
Project 1 % 10
Final examination 1 % 40
Total
5
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 2 28
Presentation 1 15 15
Mid-terms 1 20 20
Project 2 10 20
Final examination 1 30 30
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 155

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 The students will be able to explain the concepts and activities about international business management.
2 Students will discuss globalization, development of globalization and effects of globalization to world trade.
3 Students will explain the importance of environment on businesses’ decisions and strategies.
4 Students examine and explain the legal and political structure of international trade organisations.


Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Globalization Domestic versus International Business Importance and Definition of International Business Growth Factors of International Businesses Passaris, C. E. (2006). The Business of Globalization and the Globalization of Business. Journal of Comparative International Management, 9(1), 3–18. Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.3-22 Course notes are prepared by the instructor.
2 Modes of International Businesses Entry Mode Trade Mode Contractual Entry Modes Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s. 23-46 The course notes are prepared by the instructor.
3 Theories of International Trade Mercantilists Absolute and Comparative Advantage Factor Proportions Theory Neo-Factor Proportions Theory Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.49-58 The course notes will be shared by the instructor.
4 Theories of International Trade Country Similarity Theory Intra-Industry Trade Outsourcing Competitive Advantage Terms of Trade Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.59-69 The course notes will be shared by the instructor
5 National Regulations of International Business Free Trade Protection Instruments of Trade Regulations Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.95-119 The course notes will be shared by the instructor.
6 Multilateral Regulation of Trade and Investment Multilateral Trade Agreements Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.125-144 The Course notes will be prepared by the instructor.
7 Multilateral Trade Agreements Student Presentations: NAFTA, EU, GATT, MERCOSUR, ASEAN, IMF, WTO, EFTA, BRICS, GATS, WIPO, APEC, NATO The course notes will be shared by the instructor.
8 Regional Economic Integration Levels of Economic Integration Benefits and Costs of Economic Integration Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.155-165 The course notes will be shared by the instructor.
9 International and Global Environment Legal Structures in International Environment Management of Political and Legal Structure Based Risks Katsioloudes, M., Hadjidakis S. (2007),International Business: A Global Perspective, ISBN 0-7506-7983-2, s.s.181-206 The couse notes will be shared by the instructor.
10 Political and Legal Environment Home Country Host Country Legal Environment Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.179-195 The course notes will be shared by the instructor
11 Economic Environment Forms of Economic Systems Economic Indicators Analysing Economic Environment Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.201-217 The course notes will be prepared by the instructor.
12 Socio-Cultural and Ethical Environment Culture and Cultural Diversity Ethics and Social Responsibility Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.217-237 The course notes will be shared by the instructor.
13 Strategy, Planning, Organisation and Control Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.299-320 The course notes will be shared by the instructor
14 Host Country Heterogeneity and International Business Strategy Developed Countries Less Developed Countries Emerging Markets Transition Economies Sharah, V. (2012) International Business Management, Pearson:Delhi, s.s.377-400 The course notes will be shared by the instructor.


Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7
All 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
C1 5 4 3 5 2
C2 5 1 2 3 2
C3 4 1 1 2 4
C4 3 2 3 3 5 4

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