The International Trade and Business Undergraduate Program comprehensively addresses the Program-Specific Criteria through its curriculum, which includes a wide range of compulsory and elective courses.
• Knowledge in the fields of economics, business administration, foreign trade, and law related to international trade
The program provides students with a solid foundation of knowledge in the economic, managerial, legal, and operational dimensions of international trade, reflecting its multidisciplinary approach. Courses such as Economics introduce fundamental economic principles; General Business Administration and International Business establish the managerial framework of commercial activities; Foreign Trade Operations and related courses address operational processes; and Law and Customs Legislation provide the legal basis of the field.
• Developing the competence to analyze and interpret international trade theories, concepts and models:
The theoretical foundations and key concepts of international trade are examined in courses such as Economics and International Economics. The International Business course offers a conceptual perspective in a global context. Courses such as Logistics Management and Internship enable students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, thereby enhancing their analytical and interpretive skills.
• Acquiring the ability to analyze international trade data, derive meaningful conclusions, and report the findings in a clear and structured manner:
The program emphasizes analytical and reporting competencies essential in the field of international trade. Courses such as Mathematics, Business/Financial Mathematics, and Statistics provide the quantitative foundations for data analysis. The Computer Applications course familiarizes students with essential digital tools. Applied courses such as Correspondence and Reporting Techniques in Foreign Trade and the Graduation Project develop students’ ability to process trade data, draw meaningful insights, and present their findings in standardized reporting formats.
• Taking core courses specific to the field, such as business administration, economics, statistics, international trade finance, international marketing, e-commerce, foreign trade operations, and customs legislation:
The curriculum covers the core disciplines expected from an International Trade program. In addition to fundamental courses such as Business Administration, Economics, and Statistics, field-specific courses such as International Trade Finance (within Finance and Financial Management), International Marketing, E-Commerce, Foreign Trade Operations, and Customs Legislation are offered as compulsory or elective courses, ensuring both breadth and depth of professional knowledge.