Logistics Management (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

ITRD411

Course Name:

International Trade Law

Course Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Öğr.Gör. EZGİ YURDAKUL

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	This course provides and emphasises the importance of a comprehensive coverage of International Trade Law, including Public International Law, Private International Law and International Dispute Resolution.
Course Content:	This course focuses on International Organisations (WTO, UNCITRAL), International Contracts, with emphasis on recent developments and the increasing complexity of the laws of global trade. Additionally, the course includes International Dispute Settlement, Arbitration and Mediation.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Enhancing competencies for comparative legal analysis
2) Enhancing the knowledge on Negotiation and Drafting of International Commercial Contracts
3) Enhancing the knowledge on International Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Enhancing the knowledge on Interpretation and Management of International Commercial Contracts
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) Advancing legal knowledge in the field of international trade law and transnational contract law and related provisions of public law and private international law
Learning Competence
1) Providing fundamental tools and competencies needed to deal with the complex reality of international commercial transactions from an international perspective
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	- Introduction to International Trade Law and Transnational Commercial Law - UNCITRAL and The Harmonisation of International Trade Law
2)	- WTO: Role and Functions & WTO Agreements
3)	- Investment:  Sources of Investment Law  The scope of the investment agreements
4)	- Competition - World trade and investment, and intellectual property rights
5)	- International Trade and Economics - Economics for international trade law and transnational business activities - Principles of International Taxation
6)	- Comparative Contract Law - Diversity and Harmonisation in Contract Law  General Principles Governing the Law of International Contracts  The role of UNCITRAL (CISG)  The role of UNIDROIT (UPICC)
7)	- Legal English for International Contracts - Contract Drafting
8)	MID-TERM EXAM
9)	- Export Transactions - Links between the Sale, Carriage of goods (INCOTERMS) and Banking Contracts
10)	- International Contracts on Sale of Goods: CISG Agreement
11)	- International Distribution Contracts: Contract and Drafting Clauses - International Franchising Agreement - International Agency Agreements
12)	- Communication and Negotiation Skills - Commercial Negotiation & Minimizing Conflicts - Cross-Border Commercial Negotiation
13)	- International Dispute Resolution - ICC Arbitration - International Commercial and Investment Arbitration - Alternative Dispute Resolution: Arbitration and Mediation
14)	- Commercial Mediation - Arbitral Systems other than ICC and ICSID - Annulment and enforcement & Provisional measures - Enforcement of arbitral awards & NY Convention
15)	FINAL EXAM
16)	FINAL EXAM

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Tayfun Ercan, Uluslararası Ticaret Hukuku, Bursa: Ekin Basım Yayın, 2019.
References:	Tayfun Ercan, Uluslararası Ticaret Hukuku, Bursa: Ekin Basım Yayın, 2019.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	4	6	3	5
Program Outcomes
1) Discloses basic knowledge of international logistics, including development process, new and determinative concepts, scientific methodology, theory and models of logistics discipline.
2) Uses appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in relevant areas, interpret the results and suggest solutions.
3) Designs a logistics system that will support the business mission and objectives.
4) Identifies uncertainties in the logistics and supply chain processes and takes measures to mitigate risks.
5) Can discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and experience to successfully build and develop self-employment.
6) Analyzes the complex and rapidly changing conditions, the dynamics of the national / international business world, the relevant international logistics and supply chain environment
7) Can translate and explain the contents of documents written in English related to the field.
8) Communicates in written and spoken English with people of different social backgrounds, has global competence in tracking and interpreting global dynamics in logistics and supply chain fields.
9) Can demonstrate personal, professional, social and work ethic standards, assesses the ethical dimensions of the various applications in relevant fields, and becomes aware of the importance of ethical behavior in the process of collecting value added.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Discloses basic knowledge of international logistics, including development process, new and determinative concepts, scientific methodology, theory and models of logistics discipline.
2)	Uses appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in relevant areas, interpret the results and suggest solutions.
3)	Designs a logistics system that will support the business mission and objectives.
4)	Identifies uncertainties in the logistics and supply chain processes and takes measures to mitigate risks.
5)	Can discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and experience to successfully build and develop self-employment.
6)	Analyzes the complex and rapidly changing conditions, the dynamics of the national / international business world, the relevant international logistics and supply chain environment
7)	Can translate and explain the contents of documents written in English related to the field.
8)	Communicates in written and spoken English with people of different social backgrounds, has global competence in tracking and interpreting global dynamics in logistics and supply chain fields.
9)	Can demonstrate personal, professional, social and work ethic standards, assesses the ethical dimensions of the various applications in relevant fields, and becomes aware of the importance of ethical behavior in the process of collecting value added.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson
Role Playing
Q&A / Discussion
Case Study

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	15	85
Final	15	90
Total Workload		175