Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
5İKT329Science, Technology and Digital Economy2+0+02318.08.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Economics
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The purpose of this course is to help students understand the interactions between science and technology, grasp the fundamentals of the digital economy, develop innovative thinking and problem-solving skills in today’s digital world, analyze the impact of digital technologies on economic systems, and acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to gain a competitive advantage in the future business world.
Course Content This course aims to comprehensively address the fundamental concepts of science, technology, and digital economy and their interrelationships. Initially, the historical evolution of scientific and technological developments will be examined, and the impacts of these developments on social and economic structures will be discussed. The birth and development of the digital economy, the transformations of business models due to digitalization, e-commerce, fintech, digital currencies, and blockchain technology will be deeply explored. Additionally, the role and effects of digital technologies such as big data, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing on economic activities will be examined. The effects of digitalization on the labor market and Industry 4.0 will also be analyzed. Throughout the course, students will develop the strategic thinking skills required to succeed in the digital economy and gain competence in handling opportunities and challenges in the future business world.
Course Methods and Techniques 1. Lectures: Basic concepts and theoretical information will be presented by the instructor.
2. Case Studies: Real-world examples and current cases related to digital economy will be analyzed to provide students with a practical perspective.
3. Group Work: Students will collaborate in groups to develop projects related to the digital economy and learn teamwork.
4. Class Discussions and Brainstorming: Active participation will be encouraged with class discussions and creative thinking processes.
5. Term Project: Students will prepare and present a term project to reinforce the knowledge they have acquired.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Associate Prof.Dr. İbrahim Halil Efendioğlu
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
Course Notes Attendance is mandatory at a rate of 70%.
Students must not attend classes without a book, notebook, and pen.

Course Category
Engineering %100

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 % 50
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 15 2 30
Mid-terms 1 30 30
Final examination 1 30 30
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 3 90

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Analyze the effects of scientific and technological developments on the digital economy.
2 Understand the key concepts and operations of the digital economy.
3 Define digital economy applications like e-commerce, fintech, and digital currencies, and discuss their effects on the business world.
4 Explain the role of technologies such as big data, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things in economic activities.
5 Evaluate the transformations brought by digitalization to the labor market and Industry 4.0.
6 Develop innovative thinking and problem-solving skills in the digital economy.
7 Develop strategic approaches to transform business models using digital technologies.
8 Propose solutions to the opportunities and challenges they will face in the future digital business world

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 • Introduction to Science, Technology, and Digital Economy Gaining knowledge by researching what digital economy and technology are Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
2 Impact of the History of Science and Technology on the Economy Considering the impacts of scientific and technological developments on economic life Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
3 • Impact of the History of Science and Technology on the Economy Researching digital economy concepts on the internet and finding case studies Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
4 Effects of Digitalization on Business Models Examining current examples of how digitalization transforms business models Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
5 E-commerce and Digital Marketing Observing the impacts of e-commerce and digital marketing in daily life Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
6 Fintech: Financial Technologies and Blockchain Following news about digital technologies used in daily financial transactions Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
7 Digital Currencies: Bitcoin and Alternatives Watching short videos about cryptocurrencies and reflecting on them Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
8 Midterm exam week Working at work Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
9 Big Data and Data Analytics Finding case studies to discuss the impacts of big data and data analysis on our lives Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
10 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Gathering information about artificial intelligence applications and examining their effects on our lives Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
11 Internet of Things (IoT) Researching the Internet of Things and its daily applications Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
12 Effects of Digitalization on the Labor Market and Industry 4.0 Identifying local examples of the impacts of digitalization on business life Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
13 Strategic Thinking and Innovation in the Digital Economy Reviewing current examples of strategic thinking and innovation Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
14 Digital Transformation and Economic Policies Watching videos analyzing the effects of digitalization on economic policies Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
15 Future Trends and Opportunities in the Digital Economy Researching future opportunities and technologies in the digital economy Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.
16 Final exam Working at home Atıcı, G. (2023). Digital Economy, Blockchain, and Financial System. Nobel Academic Publishing. Ding, C., Liu, C., Zheng, C., & Li, F. (2021). Digital economy, technological innovation and high-quality economic development: Based on spatial effect and mediation effect. Sustainability, 14(1), 216. Purnomo, A., Susanti, T., Rosyidah, E., Firdausi, N., & Idhom, M. (2022). Digital economy research: Thirty-five years insights of retrospective review. Procedia Computer Science, 197, 68-75. Øverby, H., & Audestad, J. A. (2021). Introduction to Digital Economics: Foundations, Business Models, and Case Studies (2nd ed.). Springer. Sturgeon, T. J. (2021). Upgrading strategies for the digital economy. Global Strategy Journal, 11(1), 34-57. Yılmaz, Y. (2021). Transition to the digital economy, its measurement, and the relationship between digitalization and productivity. Istanbul Journal of Economics, 71(1), 283-316.

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12
All 4 4 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 1 4 1
C1 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 1 4 1
C2 4 4 2 5 4 2 4 4 4 1 4 1
C3 4 4 3 5 4 3 4 4 4 1 4 1
C4 5 4 4 3 4 4 4 5 3 1 4 1
C5 4 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 1 4 1
C6 4 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 1 4 1
C7 4 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 1 4 1
C8 4 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 1 4 1

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