Information Package

Program of Business Administration (English)

BUS404

DIGITAL ASSETS AND CRYPTOCURRENCIES

Course Code
BUS404
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Understand the developing technologies in the field of accounting and finance,
  2. Explain how blockchain technology can be used in the field of accounting and auditing,
  3. Explain how blockchain technology can be used in finance,
  4. Explains digital assets such as NFT, coins and tokens and their purpose of use,
  5. Explain the usage areas of cloud computing and big data analysis in accounting and finance,
  6. Understands the role of cloud computing and big data analysis competencies in accounting and finance expertise,
  7. Understands the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in accounting and finance,
  8. Explains data analytics and tools in digital accounting and finance applications,
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionUnderstanding the language of digital accounting and finance within the framework of the use of digital tools in accounting and finance applications developed within the framework of the transformation in information communication technologies, the functioning of existing systems, the functions and use of developing digital tools and applications constitute the content of the course. Students who miss more than 30% of total class hours receive an F2 grade.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction
2nd Week History of Money
3rd Week Blockchain Fundamentals
4th Week Cryptocurrencies & Tokenomics
5th Week Infrastructure, Exchanges & Rug Pulls
6th Week Midterm
7th Week Blockchain Beyond Money
8th Week Presentations 1
9th Week Presentations 2
10th Week NFTs and Tokenization
11th Week Financial Candlesticks and Technical Analysis
12th Week Probability and Statistics Theorems for Investors
13th Week Summary
14th Week Mock Exam
Recommended or Required Reading- Bhimani, A. (2021), Accounting Disrupted: How Digitalization is Changing Finance, John Wiley & Sons.
- Hacioglu, U. (2020), Digital Business Strategies in Blockchain Ecosystems, Springer.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Project 1 25
Attendance 1 50
Total(%) 75
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 75
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 25
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 1 14
Preparation for Final exam 1 35 35
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 25 25
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 1 30 30
Total Work Load150
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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