FOREIGN TRADE AND CUSTOMS LEGISLATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
UTI434	FOREIGN TRADE AND CUSTOMS LEGISLATION	8	3	3	8

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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	Assoc.Prof. ONUR ÖZDEMİR
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. EBRU GÜL YILMAZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the applicability and recognition of customs legislation adopted by relevant countries in the context of foreign trade practices, with a particular emphasis on the regulatory framework and trade regime of Turkey.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course offers an in-depth examination of customs legislation and its foundational principles. It encompasses topics such as binding tariff and origin information, the structure and classification of goods within the customs tariff schedule, and the processes of duty assessment, notification, and payment. Additionally, the course addresses legal exemptions and exceptions in customs duties, regulations pertaining to port operations and warehousing, and the legal consequences of non-compliance with customs obligations. Further subjects include the legal and economic framework of free zones, the implications of the Customs Union for the Turkish economy, the influence of the World Trade Organization on Turkey’s foreign trade policies, and a detailed analysis of the Turkish Foreign Trade Regime as it applies to both agricultural and industrial products.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines general concepts related to customs legislation.
Observes examples of procedures within customs legislation.
Explains the economic effects of the customs union.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading	Globalization and the Importance of the Customs Regime in the Concept of Globalization	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
2	Reading	Foreign Trade Policies	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
3	Reading	Definition of Customs, Introduction to Customs Legislation	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
4	Reading	Documents in Customs	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
5	Reading	General Preferences System/Tareks Risk Based Control System in Foreign Trade	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
6	Reading	Conditions for Being a Customs Consultant and Assistant Consultant and Consultant Responsibilities	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
7	Reading	Parties Engaged with the Customs Authorities and Their Legal Obligations	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
8	Reading	Customs Lines Introduction and Operation	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
9	Reading	Rights of Companies in Customs Administrations	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reading	Custom Regimes-I	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
12	Reading	Custom Regimes-II	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
13	Reading	Foreign Trade Supports	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
14	Reading	National International Economic Institutions in Foreign Trade	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
15	Reading	International Economic Institutions in Foreign Trade	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Jackson, J. H. (1997). The world trading system: law and policy of international economic relations. MIT press.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

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.
2	Recognize the entries in the book and financial balance sheet of the business organization.
3	Define concepts, theories and principles of basic and subfields of international trade by adhering to the background knowledge.

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.
2	Use theoretical knowledge gained in the field of international trade in occupational practices and daily life.
3	Solve financial and legal problems confronted in international trade practices.

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.
2	Evaluate developments in the world in consideration of common courses in the faculty with an intellectual perspective.

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.

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.

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.

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.
2	Tell knowledge, thoughts and solution offers regarding subjects in international trade to relevant stakeholders demands in written or verbally.
3	Design a healthy communication network for themselves in the business world by using social life skills.

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.
2	Develop suggestions for international trade policies by determining economic problems in the macro level.
3	Apply commercial applications in consideration of knowledge gained in financing and management of international trade by being inclusive of international market
4	Discuss the effects of commercial and financial globalization processes on the income distribution, by benefiting from data.

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	4	52
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
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	7	8	56
Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	7	49
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	43	0	203