Information Package

Program of Insurance

TBS489

INSURANCE DISPUTES AND ARBITRATION SYSTEM

Course Code
TBS489
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. Define the concept of disputes in the insurance sector and explain their key elements.
  2. Learn and evaluate the systems for resolving disputes in the insurance sector.
  3. Gain proficiency in the fundamental concepts used in insurance arbitration and apply them effectively in dispute resolution.
  4. Explain the operation of insurance arbitration courts as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism and highlight the differences in their processes.
  5. Identify and analyze disputes arising from traffic, casco, personal accident, agricultural, fire, marine, life, and health insurance policies.
  6. Understand the legal regulations used in insurance arbitration and interpret these regulations within the context of dispute resolution process.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course will address disputes arising from insurance contracts and the systems for resolving them, emphasizing the role and importance of the insurance arbitration system in the sector.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Mechanisms for resolving disputes between the parties in the insurance policy
2nd Week Arbitration system as an alternative resolution mechanism in insurance
3rd Week The structure, operation, and insurance arbitration agreement of the Insurance Arbitration Commission
4th Week Dispute application and resolution processes, rapporteurs and arbitrators, and the binding nature of arbitration decisions
5th Week Fundamental concepts in arbitration law
6th Week Disputes arising from traffic insurance policies
7th Week Disputes arising from comprehensive insurance policies
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week Disputes arising from mandatory personal accident insurance policies
10th Week Disputes within the scope of optional liability insurance
11th Week Disputes arising from fire insurance policies
12th Week Disputes arising from TARSIM policies
13th Week Disputes arising from the transportation branch
14th Week Disputes arising from life and health insurance
Recommended or Required ReadingAkkanat, H., Atalı, M., & Seven, V. (2022). Yargıtay Kararlarında Sigorta Tahkimi. Yetkin Yayınları.

Kayıhan, Ş., & Selanik, A. A. (2024). Sigorta hukukunda alternatif çözüm yolları ve tahkim usulü. Seçkin Yayıncılık.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Case Study
  • Presentation
  • Questions/Answers
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
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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