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Course Description Course Name : Recent Developments in Finance Course Code : EMG12 713 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 5 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. YILDIRIM BEYAZITÖNAL Learning Outcomes of the Course : Has an understanding of the Turkish Banking System Has knowledge about the Basel Criterias in banking Evaluates the insurance sector, the real estate market, pension system and the derivatives market Analyzes the global affects of economic crisis Mode of Delivery : Distant Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The objective of this course is to provide a better understanding of the current issues in banking and capital markets and the new developments in these fields. Course Contents : In this course, Turkish Banking system and its functions, Basel Criterias and general information on financial markets will be discussed. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : IIBF   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 The relation between the capital markets and banking system Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 2 Turkish banking system in the entry phase of the European Union Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 3 Basel 2 and its effects to SME´s Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 4 Banking crisis and restructuring Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 5 The private pension system, and its effects to the financial sector Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 6 Turkish insurance system in the entry phase of EU Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 7 Current status of the Turkish insurance sector, growth causes and problems Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 8 Midterm exam Preperation for the exam Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 9 Analysis of the Law of Turkish real estate market and Mortgage system Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 10 The importance of foreign investors and movement styles in BIST Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 11 VOB Izmir Futures and Options Exchange and its importance Reading the 4th chapter of financial markets book Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 12 Micro finance and its importance Reading lecturer´s own course notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 13 Analysis of the recent global economic crisis in the United States Reading the 1st chapter of Global crisis and Turkey book Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 14 Analysis of the recent global crisis for EU and BRIC countries Reading the 1st chapter of Global crisis and Turkey book Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 15 Overview of the subjects Revising the studied notes Powerpoint slides, theoric discussions, brainstorming 16/17 Final Exam Preperation for the exam Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Küresel Kriz ve Türkiye, Prof.Dr.Ahmet Fazıl Özsoylu, Dr. İlter Ünlükaplan, Dr. Melek Akdoğan Gedik, 2010  Türk Sigorta Sektörünün Tarihsel Gelişiminin Değerlendirilmesi, Doç.Dr. Suna Oksay, Türkiye Sigorta ve Reasürans Şirketleri Birliği Yayınları  http://www.finanskulup.org.tr  Avrupa Birliği´nde ve Türkiye´de Bankacılık, Yar.Doç.Dr.Kasım Eren, 1996  Avrupa Birliği Sürecinde Türk Sigorta Sektörü, Dr.Halil Yolcu, 2009 Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Explains the creation of theoretical and quantitative models used in financial management and shows how to apply a statistical method. 3 2 Teaches how to interpret the findings as a result of the application of statistical and theoretical models used in financial management methods. 3 3 Determines the appropriate methods to solve the problems encountered in business. 5 4 Qustions the ways of traditional methods and if it´s needed develops and implements new approaches. 5 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. 2 6 Provides an accurate analysis of the basic financial statements to reach the most appropriate conclusion. 5 7 Encourages taking responsibility, claiming the lead and working effectively in a team and / or individually. 4 8 Keeps track of the latest developments in the field as a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constant renewal. 5 9 Utilises different sources in a new field, synthesizes the obtained information and presents the outcomes effectively. 3 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 . 5 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 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 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).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 6 84 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 1 1 Total Workload: 132 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.28 ECTS Credit: 5