International Trade and Logistics (English)

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the business world by examining the fundamental concepts of business administration and the establishment, management, and organizational processes of businesses.

• Explains the concepts of business administration and the basic functions of businesses.
• Evaluates the roles of businesses within the economic system.
• Discusses entrepreneurship and ethical management principles.

This course examines fundamental economic principles, the functioning mechanism of the market economy, demand, supply, elasticity, and consumer and producer preferences.

• Analyzes the fundamental concepts of microeconomics and the market mechanism.
• Analyzes consumer and producer behavior within the market mechanism.
• Classifies different market structures.

This course comprehensively covers mathematical methods used to solve problems encountered in business, including equations, matrices, and derivatives.

• Applies mathematical methods to solve business and economics problems.
• Uses mathematical concepts to analyze financial data.
• Develops mathematical models for business decisions.

This course examines management and organization concepts and analyzes effective management, leadership, decision-making, and change management processes in the business world.

• Analyzes management and organization theories and develops appropriate strategies.
• Evaluates leadership and decision-making processes.
• Effectively analyzes organizational structures.

This course comprehensively examines the fundamental elements of the macroeconomic system, including national income, economic growth, inflation, and monetary and fiscal policies.

• Explains and analyzes basic macroeconomic indicators.
• Analyzes the relationships among economic growth, unemployment, and inflation.
• Evaluates the effects of monetary and fiscal policies.

The course examines the basic principles of accounting, the double-entry bookkeeping system, and the preparation of balance sheets and income statements.

• Defines basic accounting concepts.
• Records financial transactions in accordance with the accounting system.
• Prepares balance sheets and income statements.

This course covers data collection, data summarization, probability distributions, and statistical decision-making methods used in business problems.

• Uses statistical analysis methods in business decision-making.
• Interprets and summarizes data sets.
• Uses probability distributions in problem solving.

The course examines the fundamental concepts and theories of international trade, customs procedures, and delivery terms.

• Explains the theoretical foundations of international trade and documentation processes.
• Identifies documents and methods used in foreign trade transactions.
• Evaluates competitive strategies in global markets.

This course covers the concept of logistics management, its role within the supply chain, modes of transportation, warehousing, and other fundamental logistics activities.

• Defines the basic elements and functions of logistics.
• Analyzes transportation and warehousing processes.
• Evaluates the effects of logistics processes on business performance.

The course provides a general examination of the fundamental concepts, sources, and sanctions of law.

• Understands fundamental legal concepts and the structure of the Turkish legal system.
• Explains the sources of law.
• Develops a general perspective on legal issues that may be encountered in business life.

Documents used in foreign trade and payment and delivery terms (Incoterms) are examined in detail.

• Prepares and interprets foreign trade documents.
• Correctly applies delivery terms (Incoterms) and payment methods.
• Manages the legal processes of export and import transactions.

The course covers strategic decisions in export and import processes, market selection, and government incentives.

• Plans export and import processes from a managerial perspective.
• Analyzes foreign trade incentives and government support programs.
• Develops international market strategies.

International trade contracts, transportation law, and insurance law are examined.

• Explains the legal dimensions of international commercial contracts.
• Evaluates the rights and obligations of parties in transportation contracts.
• Analyzes legal risks in logistics activities.

Cost classification, calculation of production costs, and cost control methods are taught.

• Defines types of costs and accounting principles.
• Uses cost calculation methods in commercial and logistics applications.
• Supports managerial decisions through budgeting and cost control.

The course covers financing methods, financial analysis techniques, and capital budgeting techniques used by businesses.

• Evaluates investment and financing strategies by analyzing financial statements.
• Performs financial planning by balancing risk and return.
• Explains financial decision-making mechanisms.

Production system design, capacity planning, and inventory control systems are examined.

• Plans production processes and operations strategies.
• Develops analytical solutions for capacity, inventory, and operations strategies.
• Analyzes quality and productivity management systems in businesses.

Consumer behavior, market segmentation, and marketing mix strategies are covered.

• Develops fundamental marketing strategies (STP).
• Manages the elements of the marketing mix through an integrated approach.
• Prepares marketing plans for target markets.

The course covers financing needs in international trade, foreign exchange risk management, and credit facilities.

• Analyzes financing methods and foreign exchange risk management strategies in foreign trade.
• Selects the most appropriate payment and financing model for export and import transactions.
• Develops strategies to hedge against foreign exchange and market risks.

Supply chain architecture, supplier selection, intra-chain integration, and performance measurement are covered.

• Optimizes the links, interactions, and efficiency processes of the supply chain.
• Determines performance criteria for supplier selection and relationships.
• Evaluates the value chain process in terms of efficiency.

The course aims to provide students with practical experience in the logistics and trade sectors.

• Develops professional ethics and discipline by observing operations in the sector.
• Applies professional communication and management practices.
• Actively participates in operational workflows and customer processes.

The course covers strategic analysis, SWOT analysis, and competitive advantage aimed at ensuring the long-term success of businesses.

• Analyzes the fundamental stages of the strategic management process.
• Develops and evaluates strategies that provide competitive advantage for businesses.
• Makes strategic decisions at corporate, competitive, and functional levels.

E-commerce models, electronic marketplaces, and digital marketing communication are examined.

• Defines e-commerce business models and digital marketing tools.
• Integrates e-commerce and e-logistics for digital platforms.
• Plans and develops marketing strategies for digital platforms.

Scientific research processes, data collection, and qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods are taught.

• Defines the ethical principles and processes of scientific research.
• Designs a scientific project and performs data analysis appropriate to the field of business.
• Reports findings accurately and in accordance with scientific principles.

The course covers the integration of technological changes into businesses, R&D processes, and types of innovation.

• Evaluates the role of technology and innovation concepts in business growth.
• Designs innovation processes and analyzes their effects on sectoral transformation.
• Interprets the effects of current technological trends on sectoral transformation.

The course involves conducting an independent academic research project in the field of logistics and trade.

• Uses scientific research methods to address a problem in the field.
• Reviews the relevant literature and synthesizes theoretical and practical findings.
• Organizes an independent study and presents it in a scientific format.