| School/Faculty/Institute |
Faculty of Econ., Admin. and Social Sciences |
| Course Code |
ECON 404 |
| Course Title in English |
Economics Seminar II |
| Course Title in Turkish |
Ekonomi Semineri II |
| Language of Instruction |
EN |
| Type of Course |
Flipped Classroom |
| Level of Course |
Advanced |
| Semester |
Spring |
| Contact Hours per Week |
| Lecture: 3 |
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| Estimated Student Workload |
132 hours per semester |
| Number of Credits |
5 ECTS |
| Grading Mode |
Standard Letter Grade
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| Pre-requisites |
ECON 301 - Econometrics I
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| Expected Prior Knowledge |
Knowledge on econometrics |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| Registration Restrictions |
Only for undergraduate students |
| Overall Educational Objective |
The objective of the seminar is to develop the students’ acquaintance with different research topics in both macro and microeconomics, policy oriented topics and enable students to carry-on an independent research on a selected area of interest. |
| Course Description |
Students enrolled in this course will carry-on an independent research throughout the term. The weekly lectures will be composed of active lecture discussions on preparing a research hypothesis, literature review, methodological discussions and preparing an empirical outlay for the independent research. At the end of the term each student will submit a research paper and present the main findings of their research. |
| Course Description in Turkish |
Bu derste öğrencilerin bağımsız bir araştırma makalesi hazırlaması beklenmektedir. Haftalık dersler aktif olarak tartışmalardan ve bağımsız bir araştırmanın oluşturulması için yapılacak hazırlıklardan oluşmaktadır. Araştırma sorusunnu belirlenmesi, literatür taraması hazırlanması, yöntemsel tartışmaların gerçekleştirilmesi ve uygulamalı analizlerin tamamlanması hedeflenmektedir. Dönem sonunda her öğrenci bağımsız bir araştırma makalesi teslim edecek sunum gerçekleştirilecektir. |
Course Learning Outcomes and Competences
Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) Demonstrate writing skills
2) Construct an independent research hypothesis
3) Discuss and review the main theoretical topics in economic theory
4) Empirically analyze certain economic topics
5) Construct economic policy recommendations
6) Exhibit discussion, debate and presentation skills
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| 1) Has a broad understanding of economics with a deep exposure to other social sciences and mathematics. |
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| 2) Demonstrates knowledge and skills in understanding the interactions of different areas of economics. |
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| 3) Displays a sound comprehension of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory.
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| 4) Applies economic concepts to solve complex problems and enhance decision-making capability. |
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| 5) Uses quantitative techniques to analyze different economic systems.
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| 6) Applies theoretical knowledge to analyze issues regarding Turkish and global economies. |
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| 7) Demonstrates proficiency in statistical tools and mainstream software programs to process and evaluate economic data. |
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| 8) Behaves according to scientific and ethical values at all stages of economic analysis: data collection, interpretation and dissemination of findings.
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| 9) Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to exchange scientific information. |
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| 10) Exhibits individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility. |
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| 11) Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy |
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Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences
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H Highly Related |
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Program Outcomes and Competences |
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Assessed by |
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Has a broad understanding of economics with a deep exposure to other social sciences and mathematics. |
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Demonstrates knowledge and skills in understanding the interactions of different areas of economics. |
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Displays a sound comprehension of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory.
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Applies economic concepts to solve complex problems and enhance decision-making capability. |
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Uses quantitative techniques to analyze different economic systems.
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Applies theoretical knowledge to analyze issues regarding Turkish and global economies. |
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Demonstrates proficiency in statistical tools and mainstream software programs to process and evaluate economic data. |
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Behaves according to scientific and ethical values at all stages of economic analysis: data collection, interpretation and dissemination of findings.
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Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to exchange scientific information. |
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Exhibits individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility. |
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Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy |
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| Prepared by and Date |
BURHAN CAN KARAHASAN , December 2023 |
| Course Coordinator |
BURHAN CAN KARAHASAN |
| Semester |
Spring |
| Name of Instructor |
Prof. Dr. BURHAN CAN KARAHASAN |
Course Contents
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Subject |
| 1) |
Introduction |
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Constructing a Research Hypothesis – Invited Speaker I |
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Discussion on Research Hypothesis – Weekly Submission I |
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Preparing a Literature Review I |
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Preparing a Literature Review II |
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Discussions on Literature Review – Weekly Submission II |
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First Draft Submissions |
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Forming a Methodological Background I – Invited Speaker II |
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Forming a Methodological Background II |
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Discussions on Methodological Background – Weekly Submission III |
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Workshop on Empirical Analysis I |
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Workshop on Empirical Analysis II |
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Discussions on Empirical Analysis – Weekly Submission IV |
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Discussions and Policy Recommendations– Invited Speaker III |
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Final examination period - Presentations |
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Final examination period - Presentations |
Information Package / Course Catalogue