Information Package

Program of International Trade (Turkish)

TBF434

GLOBAL ENTREPRENUERSHIP AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Course Code
TBF434
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. Gain specific knowledge about the nature of entrepreneurship.
  2. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of international entrepreneurship.
  3. Analyze international ventures in Turkiye.
  4. Assess the international venture potential of countries.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course aims to systematically analyze new foreign trade ventures and potential trends within the framework of globalization and in line with Turkiye's economic and foreign trade goals. Additionally, the course evaluates the dynamics of global trade and the opportunities available for Turkiye in light of international entrepreneurship examples.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to the course: why choose international entrepreneurship?
2nd Week The distinctive nature of international entrepreneurship
3rd Week How and when do firms internationalize?
4th Week International strategic alliances: partner selection
5th Week The impact of host and home countries in international entrepreneurship
6th Week Trade, location of economic activities, and international entrepreneurship: an eclectic model
7th Week International entrepreneurship, market structures, economy, and industrial strength
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week International entrepreneurs and regional development
10th Week International entrepreneurship in Turkiye
11th Week International entrepreneurship in other countries: case studies
12th Week Student presentations on international entrepreneurship examples
13th Week Student presentations on international entrepreneurship examples
14th Week General evaluation and the future of international entrepreneurship
Recommended or Required ReadingDunning, J. H., & Lundan, S. M. (2008). Multinational enterprises and the global economy (2nd ed.). Edward Elgar Publishing.

Lasserre, P., & Monteiro, F. (2022). Global strategic management (5th ed.). Bloomsbury Academic.

Navaretti, G. B., & Venables, A. J. (2004). Multinational firms in the world economy. Princeton University Press.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Presentation of Case Study 1 20
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 1 30 30
Course hours 13 3 39
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Presentation (including preperation) 1 10 10
Project
Total Work Load143
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.76
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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