Know the concept, definition and scope of financial literacy.
Can recognize basic concepts related to finance and economy.
Perceive the time value of money and can calculate interest.
Recognize the financial system, have information about financial markets, financial intermediaries and financial instruments.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face
Prerequisites
No
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None
Course Description
The primary aim of this course is to inform students about the basic concepts of finance and to raise awareness of finance-related issues. It is also aimed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to make sound decisions on issues such as spending, savings, financing and investment, both in their private and working lives.
Course Contents
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
A Basic Life Skill: Financial Literacy (Financial Knowledge, Financial Attitude, Financial Behavior)
2nd Week
Basic Concepts of Economics
3rd Week
Basic Concepts of Economics
4th Week
Time Value of Money and Interest Calculations
5th Week
Risk-Return Relationship
6th Week
Overview of Financial Markets
7th Week
Financial Market Players
8th Week
Midterm Exam
9th Week
Financial Market Regulators
10th Week
Financial Instruments (Stocks, Bills, Bonds)
11th Week
Balance Sheet-Income Statement
12th Week
Structure and Operation of Stock Exchanges
13th Week
Portfolio Diversification
14th Week
How is Personal Finance Management Done?
Recommended or Required Reading
Eğilmez, Mahfi. Örneklerle kolay ekonomi. Remzi Kitap Evi, 2021.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lecture
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(%)
