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SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ECF453 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH 7 3 3 8

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

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)

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

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

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

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the basic concepts of economics, administrative and human sciences. (Bloom 1)
1
2
Evaluate the economic environment and overall sustainability of firms. (Bloom 4)
5

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Relate principles and concepts of economics and finance with other disciplines. (Bloom 4)
2
2
Define principles, concepts, methods and theories related with economics and finance. (Bloom 1)
3

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Interpret the charts and tables related to the field. (Bloom 2)
3

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
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)
4
2
Analyze economic and financial reports. ((bloom 4)
4
3
Use basic mathematics, statistics and econometric methods and tools to solve economic and financial problems. (Bloom 3)
4
4
Interpret the operation of current economic, political and social events by using institutional information related with Economics and Finance.(Bloom 2)
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Organize economic and financial activities in humanitarian and social terms with adherence to ethics. (Bloom 4).
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Develop a critical perspective on national and international economic, political, social, financial and development problems. (bloom 6)
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Follow the agenda on economics, politics and social issues and improve himself/ herself. (bloom 6)
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Analyze current issues and problems by using the structure and properties of Macro and Microeconomics and variables. (Bloom 4)
4
2
Evaluate the effectiveness of the general economic system and public policies and their effects on markets and basic economic variables.(Bloom 4)
4
3
Analyze the cause and effect relationships between the relevant economic variables. (Bloom 4)
3
4
Evaluate the expected trends and portfolio analyzes in interest and exchange rates within the framework of the general financial system. (Bloom 4)
2

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

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