This course aims to teach students the writing techniques used in cross-border trade. For this purpose, frequently used terms and correspondence methods in foreign trade will be covered within the scope of the course.
Prerequisite(s)
It will be run remotely / online due to Covid-19. Students will need internet connection and related devices.
Corequisite(s)
-
Special Requisite(s)
-
Instructor(s)
Assist. Prof. Dr. Kemal Özkan Yılmaz
Course Assistant(s)
Arş. Gör. Z. Yeşim Akbinar Dikici
Schedule
Monday, 15:00-16:50, Online
Office Hour(s)
Mondays: 13:30-14:45, Tuesdays: 13:30-14:45, With online tools.
Teaching Methods and Techniques
- Presentation
- Discussion
- Application
- Case study
- Student Presentations and Teamwork
Principle Sources
Shirley Taylor, " Model Business Letters, E-mails & Other Business Documents", FT Press, 7th edition, 2012
Mehmet Melemen, "Ticari İngilizce/Commercial English", Türkmen Kitabevi, 2001.
Mehmet Melemen, "Uluslararası Ticarette Yazışma Teknikleri", Türkmen Kitabevi, 2006
Other Sources
Additional resources related to the subjects from other auxiliary books and other resources will be shared on CATs.
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Main Principles to Follow in Commercial Correspondence
Lecture, discussion and application
2. Week
Commercial Terms and International Business Abbreviations
Lecture and discussion
3. Week
Text Editing and Telephone Negotiations
Lecture, discussion and case studies
4. Week
Writing Business Letters
Lecture, discussion and case studies
5. Week
Correspondence Techniques through Internet
Lecture, discussion and case studies
6. Week
Contracts and Contract Terms
Lecture, discussion and case studies
7. Week
Terms Used in Foreign Trade and Correspondence Methods
Lecture and discussion
8. Week
Mid-term Exam
Mid-term Exam
9. Week
Abbreviations for Foreign Trade Documents
Lecture, discussion and case studies
10. Week
Banking Terms and Correspondence
Lecture, discussion and case studies
11. Week
Letters & Correspondence Regarding Letter of Credit
Lecture, discussion and case studies
12. Week
Correspondence According to Other Payment Styles
Lecture, discussion, case studies and application
13. Week
Student presentations
Student presentations and discussion
14. Week
Student presentations
Student presentations and discussion
15. Week
Final Exam
Final Exam
16. Week
Final Exam
Final Exam
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
1
20
Quizzes
2
10
Homework / Term Projects / Presentations
1
20
Attendance
12
0
Final Exam
1
50
Program Outcomes
PO-1
OP-1. Comprehends both theoretical and applied subjects in international trade at the advanced level, and uses his/her knowledge when necessary.
PO-2
OP-2. Analyses basic concepts and data related to International Trade and Economics by scientific methods, interprets those with analytically, and evaluates those with regard to economic issues.
PO-3
OP-3. Express his/her thoughts, comments and evaluations related to International Trade discipline both in written and oral forms.
PO-4
OP-4. Defines current problems, and proposes solutions which are supported by evidence and research based quantitative and qualitative data.
PO-5
OP-5. Inspects how public and private sector enterprises engaged in trade activities operates in practice, and evaluates the continuities and the dynamism in these sectors.
PO-6
OP-6. Defines and tracks local, regional (such as European Union or Middle East) and global issues from the point of political economics, and relates these issues to each other.
PO-7
OP-7. Possesses sufficient knowledge in other disciplines related to International Trade (such as Economics, Finance, International Business and Law), and reports this information.
PO-8
OP-8. Follows publications and research in International Trade, Globalisation and Financial Systems in the English language, and communicates with his/her colleagues internationally.
PO-9
OP-9. Uses a second language (Russian, Chinese, etc.) at the intermediate level.
PO-10
OP-10. Possesses ethical principles and scientific values in collection, interpretation and release of data.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Recognize main correspondence techniques used in international trade.
LO-2
Apply foreign trade transactions in accordance with correspondence rules.
LO-3
Use necessary terms in foreign trade.
LO-4
Define banking terms and correspondences.
LO-5
Compare different information about the forms of payment in foreign trade.
