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Program of International Trade (Turkish)

TBF449

INTERNATIONAL TRADE PRACTICES II

Course Code
TBF449
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. Have knowledge about the documents used in transportation and circulation in international trade.
  2. Learn about various types of international letters of credit.
  3. Gain knowledge of export regime decisions.
  4. Learn about pricing techniques, shipment and customs clearance processes, and the resolution of international disputes.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsTBF328 International Trade Practices I
Course DescriptionThis course focuses on key concepts in international trade, payment methods, export procedures, and customs clearance applications. Students will gain theoretical and practical knowledge throughout the various stages and processes in international trade.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Overview of world trade by country and Turkiye's export profile
2nd Week Institutions governing exports (exporters' associations, Ministry of Trade, etc.), export restrictions, quotas, and regulations
3rd Week Target market analysis, determining the Customs Tariff Statistical Position, and the role of customs brokers
4th Week Preparing price quotations for international markets, calculating costs, and factors for successful offers
5th Week Drafting export contracts and correctly applying delivery terms
6th Week Documents required for export and managing the loading process
7th Week Steps in customs clearance, export regime decisions, and relevant regulations
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week Transportation modes in export and managing logistics processes
10th Week International payment methods such as letters of credit, documentary collections, and cash-in-advance; opening letters of credit and bank correspondence
11th Week Export insurance types, EXIMBANK services, and risk management strategies in exports
12th Week Inspection services in exports and the importance of international audit processes
13th Week Operation of specialized customs, completion of export procedures, and closing foreign exchange accounts
14th Week General review of the course and common problems encountered in export processes along with solutions
Recommended or Required ReadingTahtacı, Ö. (2011). Uluslararası ticaret uygulamaları. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Project
  • Questions/Answers
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
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 40 40
Course hours 13 3 39
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
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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