INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
UTI211	INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW	3	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. ERGASH JUMA
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The general objective of this course is to introduce students to International Trade Law in both its theoretical and practical dimensions and to provide them with fundamental competence in this field. In this context: Basic Information and Resources: The historical development of international trade law, relevant legislation, international agreements, basic concepts, and resources will be taught. Actors and Structure: Public and private actors in the international trade system (states, international organizations, companies, etc.) and the organizational structure formed by these actors will be examined. Sub-branches and Functioning: The rules and practical functioning of fundamental sub-disciplines that enable international trade, such as international payment methods and transport law, will be conveyed. Dispute Resolution: Ways of resolving international commercial disputes, particularly international commercial arbitration, will be addressed in detail. In short, the course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework of international trade and to teach them solution mechanisms for potential problems.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course will comprehensively cover International Trade Law, from its theoretical foundations to practical applications. The course will primarily focus on fundamental concepts such as the definition, scope, historical development, sources, and actors of International Trade Law (international organizations, companies). Subsequently, the preparation of international commercial contracts, their fundamental principles, applicable law, commonly used contract types, and the CISG (Vienna Convention), which regulates the basic rules governing international sales contracts, will be covered in detail. Subsequently, the course will focus on the practical tools that enable international trade to function, covering topics such as INCOTERMS rules governing the risks and costs associated with the delivery of goods, payment methods such as letters of credit and documentary collection, as well as an introduction to documents, guarantees, and foreign trade financing. The final section of the course will cover the termination of contracts and methods of dispute resolution, providing an overview of international commercial arbitration and covering the sources of arbitration law, the concept of international arbitration, relevant international agreements, and the International Arbitration Law.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines and interprets the fundamental concepts, institutions, sources, and theories of International Trade Law (CISG, UNIDROIT Principles, Incoterms, etc.).
It analyzes international agreements governing the functioning of international trade, the role of international organizations, and Turkey's position in these regulations.
Gains the ability to prepare international commercial contracts using model texts; acquires knowledge about the determination of the law applicable to contracts (Conflict of Laws) and regulations such as the Statute.
It examines the basic documents related to transport law, such as delivery terms (Incoterms) and payment methods (letters of credit, etc.), which are practical tools in international trade, and acquires knowledge about their use.
It compares the methods of resolving disputes arising from international commercial contracts (court, arbitration, alternative dispute resolution methods) and evaluates the legal framework related to these methods (international arbitration agreements, International Arbitration Law).
Based on the knowledge acquired, students gain the ability to follow current issues in international trade law, evaluate different opinions, and develop a scientific perspective.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading and source review	Introduction: An Overview of International Trade Law and Fundamental Concepts	Explanation discussion
2	Reading and source review	Sources of International Trade Law and Efforts Toward Uniform Law	Explanation discussion
3	Reading and source review	Law Applicable to International Commercial Contracts	Explanation discussion
4	Reading and source review	International Sales Contracts and CISG (Vienna Convention) I	Explanation discussion
5	Reading and source review	International Sales Contracts and CISG (Vienna Convention) II	Explanation discussion
6	Reading and source review	Delivery Terms in International Trade: Incoterms Rules	Explanation discussion
7	Reading and source review	Payment and Financing Methods in International Trade	Explanation discussion
8	Reading and source review	International Transportation Law and Documents	Explanation discussion
9	Reading and source review	Preparation of International Commercial Contracts and Sample Model Reviews	Explanation discussion
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reading and source review	Overview of Methods for Resolving International Commercial Disputes	Explanation discussion
12	Reading and source review	Introduction to International Commercial Arbitration and Arbitration Agreement	Explanation discussion
13	Reading and source review	International Arbitration Procedure and International Arbitration Law	Explanation discussion
14	Reading and source review	Basic Agreements on International Arbitration and Turkey's Position	Explanation discussion
15	Reading and source review	General Review and Final Exam Preparation	Explanation discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Uluslararası Ticaret Hukuku / Cemal Şanlı, Nuray Ekşi.
Uluslararası ticaret hukukunda vesaik mukabili ödeme : (belge karşılığında ödeme ) / Ersan Atalay.
Uluslararası ticaret hukukuna ilişkin mevzuat ve anlaşmalar / Nuray Ekşi

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	40		Optical (Test) Exam
Homework Assessment	1	10
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	3	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Describe basic theories of microeconomics and macroeconomics by benefiting from assumptions and axioms.		1
2	Recognize the entries in the book and financial balance sheet of the business organization.		1
3	Define concepts, theories and principles of basic and subfields of international trade by adhering to the background knowledge.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Summarize historical development of the international trade theories by adhering to the chronological order.		1
2	Use theoretical knowledge gained in the field of international trade in occupational practices and daily life.						5
3	Solve financial and legal problems confronted in international trade practices.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate statistical raw data by benefiting from computer programs and relate data with one another in consideration of theoretical knowledge.		1
2	Evaluate developments in the world in consideration of common courses in the faculty with an intellectual perspective.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interpret current events and facts in international trade based on advanced knowledge and skills from an analytical and systematic holistic view.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate knowledge about economic globalization and internationalization with current knowledge in the field.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Examine current economic policies applied over the gained advanced knowledge and skills by a critical approach.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain demands in written or verbally by using the foreign language skill in business and social life effectively.		1
2	Tell knowledge, thoughts and solution offers regarding subjects in international trade to relevant stakeholders demands in written or verbally.						5
3	Design a healthy communication network for themselves in the business world by using social life skills.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyze current issues, events and problems by benefiting from theoretical and historical knowledge of international trade and economics.					4
2	Develop suggestions for international trade policies by determining economic problems in the macro level.					4
3	Apply commercial applications in consideration of knowledge gained in financing and management of international trade by being inclusive of international market						5
4	Discuss the effects of commercial and financial globalization processes on the income distribution, by benefiting from data.				3

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	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
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	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	6	4	24
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	6	4	24
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	56	0	149