GLOBAL FINANCIAL MARKETS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
IBT234	GLOBAL FINANCIAL MARKETS	4	2	2	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. GÜLGÜN ÇİĞDEM
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. MEHMET BENTÜRK
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide students with knowledge about the functioning of global financial markets, intermediaries, and instruments, and to teach them about the effects of financial markets and regulations on the global economy.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course covers the definition, development, and regulation of global financial markets, money and capital markets, derivative markets, and international financial crises and their effects.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines the structure, functions, and historical development of global financial markets, including money, capital, foreign exchange, and derivative markets.
Explains the roles of financial intermediaries, international financial institutions, and global financial centers, and analyzes their impact on capital flows and financial globalization.
Analyzes the functioning of foreign exchange, capital, and derivative markets and interprets the effects of financial instruments and regulations (e.g., Basel criteria) on market stability.
Evaluates the causes and consequences of international financial crises and assesses the implications of financial regulations, digitalization, fintech, and crypto assets for global financial stability.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Review	Definition, functions, and historical development of global financial markets	Lecture, Question and Answer
2	Literature Review	Classification of financial markets: Money, capital, foreign exchange, and derivative markets	Lecture, Question and Answer
3	Literature Review	Global financial centers	Lecture, Question and Answer
4	Literature Review	Functioning and global importance of foreign exchange markets	Lecture, Question and Answer
5	Literature Review	Money markets	Lecture, Question and Answer
6	Literature Review	Capital markets	Lecture, Question and Answer
7	Literature Review	Derivative markets	Lecture, Question and Answer
8	Literature Review	International financial institutions	Lecture, Question and Answer
9	Literature Review	Financial globalization and capital movements	Lecture, Question and Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature Review	Financial crises	Lecture, Question and Answer
12	Literature Review	Global financial regulations: Basel criteria and regulations	Lecture, Question and Answer
13	Literature Review	Financial markets in developing and emerging countries	Lecture, Question and Answer
14	Literature Review	Digitalization, cryptocurrencies, fintech, and new financial instruments	Lecture, Question and Answer
15	Literature Review	Current developments and question solving with examples	Lecture, Question and Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Summarizing basic and advanced topics in International Trade and Business.
2	To define the theories, concepts and principles of International Trade and Business and its sub-fields.
3	Interpreting the relationship of International Trade and Business with other disciplines.
4	Using the theoretical knowledge gained in the field of International Trade and Business in professional practices and daily life.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explaining current events and phenomena in the field with a holistic perspective analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills.
2	Solving problems encountered in business life, at individual and organizational level.
3	Effective use of computer programs (such as SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) in the face of complex business problems.
4	Evaluating the developments in the world from an intellectual perspective in the light of the joint faculty courses taken.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Recognizing new theoretical and practical approaches in the field of International Trade and Business.
2	Recognize the relevant literature effectively.
3	Independently organize activities towards organizational goals and objectives.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To conduct qualitative and quantitative research on the subjects related to the field.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to work independently in the light of the knowledge gained in the field of International Trade and Business and to take responsibility for the work done.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adopting the philosophy of lifelong learning.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using foreign language skills effectively in business and social life, explaining their demands in writing or verbally.
2	To design a healthy communication network in the business world by using social life skills.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Benefiting from the theoretical and historical knowledge of international trade and business; analyzes current issues, events and problems.
2	Continually improving their knowledge of the structure and characteristics of the variables of international trade and business.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	0	0	0
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	0	0	0