| Semester | Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | T+P+L | Credit | Number of ECTS Credits |
| 8 | ECON416 | SELECTED TOPICS IN MACROECONOMICS | 3+0+0 | 3 | 5 |
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Language of Instruction
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English
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Level of Course Unit
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Bachelor's Degree
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Department / Program
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ECONOMICS
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Type of Program
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Formal Education
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Type of Course Unit
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Elective
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Course Delivery Method
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Face To Face
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Objectives of the Course
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Providing additional examples of core concepts and subjects in the field of macroeconomics in addition to the basics.
Applying the knowledge acquired in previous courses in discussions and analyses of specific cases in macroeconomics.
Developing the ability to analyze and discuss subjects in the field of macroeconomics critically.
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Course Content
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Main aim of the course is to introduce further subjects in the field of macroeconomics that are related to macroeconomics courses in the core curriculum. 4-8 topics in macroeconomics are examined at undergraduate level. Topics are chosen among those that have not been examined or thoroughly examined in the macroeconomics courses in the core curriculum. Course is also designed to enable students develop their analytic skills within the framework of macroeconomics through reading and examining academic articles and further illustrations of main subjects taught in the core curriculum.
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Prerequisites and co-requisities
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None
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Course Coordinator
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None
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Name of Lecturers
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None
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Assistants
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None
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Work Placement(s)
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No
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Recommended or Required Reading
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Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"
Assessment Methods and Criteria
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In-Term Studies
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Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı
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1
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40
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Final examination
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1
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60
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Total
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2
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100
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ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
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Activities
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Total Work Load
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Araştırma
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12
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3
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36
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İnceleme
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12
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3
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36
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Kişisel Çalışma
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12
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3
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36
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Yüz Yüze Ders
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14
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3
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42
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Total Work Load
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Number of ECTS Credits 5
150
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Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Discuss key macroeconomic concepts. |
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| Summarize different theoretical models in a conceptually and analytically rigorous form. |
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| Evaluate the most suitable methods for approaching a given topic. |
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| Use written and verbal communication skills to present and discuss a research topic in the field of macroeconomics. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant
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