Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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ECF453 | SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH | 7 | 3 | 3 | 8 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | English |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Compulsory |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Prof. BÜLENT EŞİYOK |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | Assoc.Prof. EMRAH DOĞAN |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | The aim of this course is to provide students with the ability to analyze economic development and growth issues in terms of stability and sustainability. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | This Course includes : Sustainable Development and The Definition of Growth and Development, Sustainable Development and Basic Principles of Growth, Difference between Development and Growth, Development theories and growth theories. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Explains the basic concepts in sustainable growth and development field. |
Explains the classical theories intended sustainable economic growth and development. |
Lists the sustainable development criteria. |
Evaluates the effects of sustainable development and growth policies on the level of development of countries. |
Analyzes the necessary elements and conditions necessary for a country to ensure sustainability in economic growth. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | Reading Book | Sustainable Development and The Definition of Growth and Development | Expression, Question-Respond |
2 | Reading Book | Sustainable Development and Basic Principles of Growth,,Difference between Development and Growth, | Expression, Question-Respond |
3 | Reading Book | Problems in Measuring Sustainable Economy | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
4 | Reading Book | Characteristics of underdeveloped countries and relationship between population and economic development | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
5 | Reading Book | Poverty definitions and indices | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
6 | Reading Book | Causes of underdevelopment | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
7 | Reading Book | Convergence and Divergence | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading Book | Development Theories | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
10 | Reading Book | Development Theories | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
11 | Reading Book | Historical Development of Growth | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
12 | Reading Book | Harrod-Domar Growth Models | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
13 | Reading Book | Solow Growth Model-Neo Classic Growth Model Endegenous Growth Models | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
14 | Reading Book | Historical Development of Growth | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing |
15 | Reading Book | Overwiew | Expression, Question-Respond, Analysing, Problem Solving |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Solow,R.M.(2002).Growth Theory: An Exposition. Oxford Üniversity Press. |
Pieterse, J.N. (2009). Develepment Theory.Second Edition |
Harris, J. (2000).Sustainable Development Main Objectives. Basic Priciples of Sustainable Development. Tufts University. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Define the basic concepts of economics, administrative and human sciences. (Bloom 1)
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Evaluate the economic environment and overall sustainability of firms. (Bloom 4)
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5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Relate principles and concepts of economics and finance with other disciplines. (Bloom 4)
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Define principles, concepts, methods and theories related with economics and finance. (Bloom 1)
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3 |
SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Interpret the charts and tables related to the field. (Bloom 2)
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3 |
SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate the theoretical models of economic policies which have direct or indirect effects by using the facts and dynamics of the economic system.(Bloom 4)
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Analyze economic and financial reports. ((bloom 4)
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Use basic mathematics, statistics and econometric methods and tools to solve economic and financial problems. (Bloom 3)
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Interpret the operation of current economic, political and social events by using institutional information related with Economics and Finance.(Bloom 2)
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4 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Organize economic and financial activities in humanitarian and social terms with adherence to ethics. (Bloom 4).
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4 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Develop a critical perspective on national and international economic, political, social, financial and development problems. (bloom 6)
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4 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Follow the agenda on economics, politics and social issues and improve himself/ herself. (bloom 6)
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3 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
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Analyze current issues and problems by using the structure and properties of Macro and Microeconomics and variables. (Bloom 4)
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Evaluate the effectiveness of the general economic system and public policies and their effects on markets and basic economic variables.(Bloom 4)
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Analyze the cause and effect relationships between the relevant economic variables. (Bloom 4)
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Evaluate the expected trends and portfolio analyzes in interest and exchange rates within the framework of the general financial system. (Bloom 4)
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 13 | 2 | 26 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 13 | 2 | 26 |
Assignment (Homework) | 9 | 2 | 18 |
Project Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Technical Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Web Based Learning | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Implementation/Application/Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Practice at a workplace | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Occupational Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Social Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Thesis Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Report Writing | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 3 | 15 | 45 |
Mid-Term Exam | 3 | 15 | 45 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 56 | 0 | 203 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 203 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 8 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 8,0 |