Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1RTS227Basic Concepts of Economics2+0+02218.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Radio, Television and Cinema
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The objective of this course is to equip students with the fundamental concepts, ways of thinking, and analytical methods of economics; to help them understand the economic decision-making processes of individuals, businesses, and governments; and to provide them with the foundational knowledge necessary to interpret economic events at both the micro and macro levels.
Course Content This course is an introductory course that covers the fundamental concepts of economics, the structure of economic systems, and market mechanisms. Within the scope of microeconomics, consumer behavior, production processes, and market equilibrium are examined; within the scope of macroeconomics, key indicators such as national income calculations, economic growth, the monetary and banking system, inflation, and unemployment are analyzed. Additionally, the role of the state in the economy, foreign trade, globalization, and the fundamental dynamics of the Turkish economy are evaluated. By the end of the course, students will have acquired the proficiency to conduct basic-level analysis in the field of economics.
Course Methods and Techniques Anlatım, soru-cevap, örnek olay incelemesi, problem çözme ve tartışma.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator Prof.Dr. Ayhan ERDEM
Name of Lecturers Prof.Dr. Ayhan ERDEM
Assistants Research Assist. Simge TOKMAKÇI
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Ertek, T. (2022). Economics: Principles.
Course Notes Mankiw, N. G. (2020). Principles of Economics.
Exams 1 Ara Sınav - 1 Final Sınavı

Course Category
Social Sciences %100
Field %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 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 15 2 30
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 15 2 30
Mid-terms 1 2 2
Final examination 1 2 2
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 2 64

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 It explains the basic concepts of economics, the behavior of economic actors, and the market mechanism.
2 Interprets economic issues using microeconomic analytical tools such as supply and demand, production, consumption, and market equilibrium.
3 It evaluates macroeconomic indicators such as national income, growth, inflation, unemployment, and monetary policy.
4 It analyzes current economic developments in Turkey and the global economy within the framework of basic economic concepts.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 The concept of economics Preliminary readings on the topics
2 Introduction to Economics: Basic Concepts Preliminary readings on the topics
3 Fundamental Questions and Systems in Economics Preliminary readings on the topics
4 Fundamental Questions and Systems in Economics Preliminary readings on the topics
5 Consumer behavior Preliminary readings on the topics
6 Consumer behavior Preliminary readings on the topics
7 Production and factors of production Preliminary readings on the topics
8 Midterm Exam
9 National income and economic growth Preliminary readings on the topics
10 Money and Banking Preliminary readings on the topics
11 Inflation and unemployment Preliminary readings on the topics
12 The role of the government in the economy Preliminary readings on the topics
13 Foreign Trade and Globalization Preliminary readings on the topics
14 The Turkish economy Preliminary readings on the topics
15 Current economic issues and the future Preliminary readings on the topics

 
Sustainable Development Goals
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15
C1 5 4 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5
C2 5 4 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5
C3 5 4 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 4 5 5 5 5
C4 5 4 5 4 4 4 4 5 4 5 4 5 5 5 5

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