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

Program Training Goals

(The objectives determined in line with the purpose of the program are stated below.)
1 Explain the essential body of knowledge in the area of international trade, including evolution of the discipline, the state-of-the-art concepts, scientific methodology, theories and models.
2 Employ the appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in the related areas, interpret results and propose solutions
3 İntegrate the theories of international trade with the real life functions in changing global business world and interpret the major recent developments in the world trading system and also be able to evaluate interaction between economic development and foreign trade.
4 Have the vision of international business and trade system, and also have knowledge of the logistics management associated with foreign trade and also explain foreign trade financing products and services that are issue of foreign trade, insurance and risks.
5 Discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and expertise to successfully establish and develop their own ventures
6 Define the features and property of products and services that are the subjects of foreign trade, quality and standards in national and international level
7 Communicate in written and oral English with people from diverse backgrounds, and have the English proficiency to follow and interpret the global dynamics in the areas of international trade
8 Recognize the major instruments of trade policy such as tariffs, non-tariff barriers, state aids, international agreements, international organizations and institutions, e-trade, and their effects on foreign trade policy
9 İdentify standards of personal, professional, social and business ethics, evaluate the ethical implications of various practices in the related areas, and be aware the importance of ethical behavior in adding value to the society