| Course Objectives: |
The objective of this course is to introduce the macroeconomics concepts to the students and to teach how the economy works as a whole. Course will study national income, economic growth, inflation, government expenditures, debt subjects and the relation between them. In addition, course will examine how monetary system, monetary and fiscal policies affect macroeconomic variables. |
| Course Content: |
National income accounting and components, measuring cost of living and consumer price index, production and growth, saving, investment and financial system, monetary system, aggregate demand and aggregate suply, open economy macroeconomics, foreign exchange and balance of payments, monetary and fiscal policies, inflation and unemployment. |
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:
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| Knowledge
(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)
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1) Define the basic concepts and elements of macroeconomics.
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2) Explains the equilibrium level of the economy along with aggregate demand and aggregate supply models.
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3) Analyze why trade is done between countries.
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| Skills
(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)
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1) Compares expansion, contractionary and fiscal policies.
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| Competences
(Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)
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1) Interprets the relationship between variables such as national income, money, growth, inflation and interest.
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Materials Sharing * |
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Related Preparation |
Further Study |
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General Framework |
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Economic Growth and development; economic development theories and policy |
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Criticisms of the Classical Model and Keynes |
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National Income Balance and Employment I |
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National Income Balance and Employment II |
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Spending Functions |
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| 7) |
Multiplier |
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Midterm |
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| 9) |
Monetary Theory; Functions of money, money demand and money supply, equilibrium interest rate |
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Money Politics; Quantity Theory, Transmission mechanisms, objectives and tools of monetary policy |
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Inflation |
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International Macroeconomics; foreign trade theories |
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International Macroeconomics; foreign trade policy, balance of payments and foreign exchange markets |
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| 14) |
Economic Growth and Development; macroeconomic growth theories |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Contribution Level (from 1 to 5) |
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Explain the fundamental concepts, historical development, and theoretical framework of graphic design. |
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Define typography, color theory, and composition principles in visual communication design. |
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Evaluate the social, cultural, and ethical aspects of graphic design to develop an interdisciplinary perspective. |
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Develop original and innovative design solutions using creative problem-solving methods. |
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Apply visual hierarchy, perception psychology, and user experience (UX) principles to design for international markets. |
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Effectively use digital tools and design software to produce professional graphic design work. |
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Take responsibility in international graphic design projects individually or within a team to develop creative solutions. |
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Manage graphic design projects and plan processes while applying a professional work discipline. |
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Continuously improve by following global innovations, technologies, and methodologies in graphic design. |
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Adopt intercultural design principles to create visual solutions for global audiences. |
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Develop design solutions that are culturally sensitive, ethically appropriate, and sustainable. |
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Work independently or participate in teamwork within graphic design processes. |
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| WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES |
| Teaching & Learning Activities |
# of Activities per semester |
Duration (hour) |
Total Workload |
| Course |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Laboratory |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Application |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Field Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Study Hours Out of Class |
26 |
3 |
78 |
| Presentations / Seminar |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Project |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Homework Assignments |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities |
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148 |
| WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES |
| Assesment & Evaluation Activities |
# of Activities per semester |
Duration (hour) |
Total Workload |
| Quizzes |
1 |
2 |
2 |
| Midterms |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Semester Final Exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities |
- |
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4 |
| TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities) |
152 |
| ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h) |
6 |