Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1İKT618Competition in the Global Economy3+0+03619.02.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Doctorate's Degree
Department / Program Economics (PhD)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The aim of this course is to analyze the factors determining the competitiveness of countries and firms in the globalization process, evaluate international competitive strategies, and examine the impact of competition policies on economic performance.
Course Content The course covers globalization and competition concepts, national competitiveness indicators, Porter’s competitive model, competitive strategies, the relationship between international trade and competition, innovation and technological competition, clustering and regional competitiveness, competition policies, global value chains, competitiveness issues in developing countries, and sectoral analyses.
Course Methods and Techniques The course is conducted through lectures, discussions, case studies, and student presentations. Students are expected to review relevant materials before each class.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator Research Assist. M. Talha Şen
Name of Lecturers None
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Krugman, P., Obstfeld, M., & Melitz, M. (2018). International Economics. Pearson.
Porter, M. E. (1990). The Competitive Advantage of Nations. Free Press.
Course Notes Regular attendance is mandatory; students are expected to complete pre-class preparation and participate in in-class activities and assigned tasks on time.

Course Category
Social Sciences %30
Field %70

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 16 8 128
Mid-terms 1 3 3
Final examination 1 3 3
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 176

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Explain the fundamental concepts and theoretical approaches of global competition.
2 Analyze the competitiveness of countries and industries.
3 Evaluate competitive strategies and policy instruments.
4 Interpret the impact of global value chains and innovation processes on competitiveness.
5 Use competitiveness indicators and data for analytical interpretation.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Globalization and competition concepts The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
2 Theories of competition The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
3 National competitiveness and indicators The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
4 Porter’s Diamond Model The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
5 Firm-level competitive strategies The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
6 Trade and competition relationship The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
7 Technology, innovation, and competition The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
8 Midterm Exam
9 Global value chains The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
10 Clusters and regional competitiveness The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
11 Competition policies and regulations The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
12 Multinational corporations and competition The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
13 Competitiveness in developing countries The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
14 Sectoral competitiveness analysis The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
15 Country cases and student presentations The topics covered are read from books and other sources. Reference Books
16 Final Exam

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1
All 4
C1 4
C2 4
C3 4
C4 4
C5 4

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant