Rapor Tarihi: 27.03.2026 01:54
| Course Title | Code | Language | Type | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macro Economics | POLS102 | English | Compulsory | 2. Semester | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| Prerequisite Courses | |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Mode of delivery | Face-to-face |
| Course Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BASMA H. I. ALMISSHAL |
| Instructor(s) | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BASMA H. I. ALMISSHAL (Bahar) |
| Goals | This course aims to introduce the main macroeconomic indicators and the principles of national income accounting. It explains key macroeconomic concepts such as inflation, unemployment, and aggregate economic models, while also analyzing the roles and mechanisms of fiscal and monetary policy tools. In addition, the course evaluates major macroeconomic debates and examines stabilization policies used by governments to maintain economic stability. |
| Course Content | This course introduces the basic concepts of macroeconomics and key economic indicators such as GDP, inflation, and unemployment. It examines aggregate demand and supply, business cycles, and labor markets, and analyzes the roles of fiscal and monetary policies in stabilizing the economy. The course also discusses the financial system, exchange rates, and open economy dynamics. |
| # | Öğrenme Kazanımı |
| 1 | Students will be able to measure Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and national income using standard macroeconomic methods. |
| 2 | Students will be able to explain the dynamics of unemployment and inflation within the macroeconomic framework. |
| 3 | Students will be able to analyze aggregate demand and aggregate supply (AD–AS) models and their implications for economic equilibrium. |
| 4 | Students will be able to evaluate the roles and impacts of monetary and fiscal policies on the economy. |
| 5 | Students will be able to interpret the mechanisms of open economies, including exchange rates and international economic interactions. |
| Week | Topics/Applications | Method |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Introduction to Macroeconomics and Economic Indicators | |
| 2. Week | Measuring GDP and National Income | |
| 3. Week | Unemployment and Labor Markets | |
| 4. Week | Inflation: Measurement, Causes, and Effects | |
| 5. Week | Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply (Basic Model) | |
| 6. Week | Shifts in AD–AS and Short-Run Equilibrium | |
| 7. Week | Business Cycles and Macroeconomic Fluctuations | |
| 8. Week | Midterm Revision (Weeks 1–7) | |
| 9. Week | Money, Banking, and the Financial System | |
| 10. Week | Central Banking and Monetary Policy | |
| 11. Week | Fiscal Policy and Government Intervention | |
| 12. Week | Exchange Rates and the Open Economy | |
| 13. Week | Macroeconomic Policy Debates and Stabilization | |
| 14. Week | Final Exam Revision (Weeks 1–13) |
| No | Program Requirements | Level of Contribution | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Being able to comprehend the basic concepts and theoretical knowledge in the field of Political Science and Public Administration and grasp their details. | ✔ | |||||
| 2 | To have the knowledge of political science, political theory, public administration, international relations, political history, law, economics and business required in a qualified employee who is demanded by the public and private sectors | ✔ | |||||
| 3 | Analyzing and evaluating hypothetical knowledge as well as offering solutions in the field of Political Science and Public Administration | ✔ | |||||
| 4 | Taking responsibility in studies related to the field of political science and public administration and being able to arrange and independently conduct such studies | ✔ | |||||
| 5 | Being able to evaluate the knowledge that is acquired during the education period through building cause-effect relations; being able to foresee what kind of knowledge is required in which situation | ✔ | |||||
| 5 | Being able to evaluate the knowledge that is acquired during the education period through building cause-effect relations; being able to foresee what kind of knowledge is required in which situation | ✔ | |||||
| 7 | Being conscious about the social, scientific and professional ethics; being open to change and new ideas | ✔ | |||||
| 8 | Being able to offer and share alternative solutions in the field of public administration with awareness for lifelong learning and critical thinking | ✔ | |||||
| Program Requirements | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | DK5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| PY2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| PY3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| PY4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| PY5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| PY7 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| PY8 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Ders Kitabı veya Notu | Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır. |
|---|---|
| Diğer Kaynaklar |
|
| Bahar Dönemi | |||
| Responsible Personnel | Grup | Evaluation Method | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BASMA H. I. ALMISSHAL | Vize | 30.00 | |
| Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BASMA H. I. ALMISSHAL | Ödev | 10.00 | |
| Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BASMA H. I. ALMISSHAL | Final | 60.00 | |
| Toplam | 100.00 | ||
| ECTS credits and course workload | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ders İçi |
Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
|
Ders Dışı |
Homework | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| Research | 2 | 3 | 6 | |
| Interview | 14 | 1 | 14 | |
| Presentation (Preparation) | 1 | 8 | 8 | |
| Practice | 4 | 3 | 12 | |
|
Sınavlar |
Midterm | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Homework | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Homework Preparation | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Final | 1 | 20 | 20 | |
| Classroom Activities | 2 | 4 | 8 | |
| Total Workload | 130 | |||
| *AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 | ECTS Credit of the Course | 5.0 | ||
