| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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International Finance Techniques |
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| Course Code |
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EMG12 710 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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Second Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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6 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Prof.Dr. HATİCE DOĞUKANLI
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Understands international monetery system and economic framework
Analyzes and forecasts the exchange rates
Uses various forms of financial instruments available for risk management.
Classifies international investments
Follows international economic developments and interprets them
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Distant |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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Objective of this course is to provide information about how the international markets, interest rates, exchange rates and commodity price developments would affect the decisions of firms and thus how to avoid from the adverse developments and how to benefit from the positive developments. |
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| Course Contents |
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In this course, the basic theories of the international financial system, exchange rates, and risk management tools will be discussed. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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IIBF |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Fundamental issues in international finance and International Monetary Arrangements |
Reading the first chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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2 |
Balance of Payments |
Reading the 3rd chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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3 |
Foreign Exchange, Spot and Forward Market Transactions |
Reading the 4th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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4 |
Speculation and Arbitrage on Changes in the Levels of Currencies |
Reading the 4th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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5 |
Exchange Rate Relationships; Purchasing Power Parity, Interest Rate Parity |
Reading the 4th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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6 |
Factors Effecting the Exchange Rate and Forcasting Techniques |
Reading the 6th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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7 |
Risk Minimazing Hedging; Derivatives |
Reading the 7th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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8 |
Midterm exam |
Preperation for the exam |
Written exam |
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9 |
Currency, Interest Rate and Commodity Swaps |
Reading the 8th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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10 |
Currency Options |
Reading the 9th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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11 |
Using Currency Forward Hedging |
Reading the 10th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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12 |
Exposure Measurement and Management; Measuring the Exposure of a Business |
Reading the 11th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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13 |
Accounting Measures of Exposure |
Reading the 12th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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14 |
International investments: direct investment, portfolio investment |
Reading the 13th chapter of International Finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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15 |
Review of the subject |
Revising of the relevant chapters of ınternetional finance book |
Powerpoint Slides, Theoratical Approaches, Brainstorming |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
Preperation for the exam |
Written exam |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Explains the creation of theoretical and quantitative models used in financial management and shows how to apply a statistical method. |
3 |
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2 |
Teaches how to interpret the findings as a result of the application of statistical and theoretical models used in financial management methods. |
4 |
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3 |
Determines the appropriate methods to solve the problems encountered in business. |
5 |
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4 |
Qustions the ways of traditional methods and if it´s needed develops and implements new approaches. |
2 |
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5 |
Has a good command of Turkish, as well as at least one another foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. |
3 |
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6 |
Provides an accurate analysis of the basic financial statements to reach the most appropriate conclusion. |
5 |
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7 |
Encourages taking responsibility, claiming the lead and working effectively in a team and / or individually. |
4 |
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8 |
Keeps track of the latest developments in the field as a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constant renewal. |
5 |
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9 |
Utilises different sources in a new field, synthesizes the obtained information and presents the outcomes effectively. |
4 |
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10 |
Taking the goals and objectives of the banking sector, its size, resources and culture into account, determines the most appropriate approach to financial management . |
4 |
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11 |
Having a comprehensive knowledge about Capital Markets, it´s tools and institutions, such as BIST and the World Stock Exchanges, utilizes the best ways in the field. |
5 |
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12 |
Defines the basic theoretical models and numerical methods for finance function and describes the intended use. In addition, indicates weak and strong aspects of each model. |
4 |
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13 |
Allows the analysis of strategic and operational plans for financial companies, and creates sufficient knowledge to find a solution to the problems that might arise. |
4 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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