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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES |
| PUBLIC FINANCE (MASTER) (WITHOUT THESIS) (EVENING EDUCATION) | |
| Code | PFT719 |
| Name | Economic, Fiscal and Social Indicators |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. HAŞİM AKÇA |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
This course aims to teach the definition, measurement methods and analysis of economic, fiscal and social indicators; to understand and evaluate the role of these indicators in public finance and policy making processes.
Course Content
The course introduces the basic concepts and importance of economic, fiscal and social indicators. It examines the measurement methods of economic indicators (GDP, inflation, unemployment) and their role in economic analysis. It deals with the definition and analysis of fiscal indicators (budget deficit, public debt, tax burden). Discusses the measurement of social indicators (poverty, income distribution, education level) and their relationship with social welfare. Evaluates the data sources and international standards of indicators. Analyses the role of indicators in public finance policies. Analyses the current status and trends of economic indicators in Turkey. Discusses the effects of fiscal indicators on public finance in Turkey. Evaluates the relationship between social indicators and social policies in Turkey. Makes comparative analysis of global economic indicators. Examines how global fiscal and social indicators are used by international organisations. Discusses the link between indicators and sustainable development goals.
Course Precondition
No prerequisites
Resources
Çepni, E. (2019). Ekonomik ve finansal göstergeler rehberi. Seçkin Yayıncılık, Ankara.
Notes
Türkiye İstatistik Kurumu (TÜİK) ekonomik ve sosyal göstergeler raporları OECD Economic Outlook ve Social Indicators raporları Dünya Bankası Göstergeler Veri tabanı Birleşmiş Milletler Sürdürülebilir Kalkınma Hedefleri Raporları IMF Fiscal Monitor raporları. Hazine ve Maliye Bakanlığı ekonomik göstergeler yayınları.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the basic concepts and types of economic, fiscal and social indicators. |
| LO02 | Analyses the measurement methods and data sources of indicators. |
| LO03 | Evaluates the use of indicators in economic and social policy analysis |
| LO04 | Interpretation of indicators in Turkey and global context. |
| LO05 | Discusses the effects of indicators on public finance and sustainable development. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explain the fundamental concepts, theories, and principles of public finance and evaluate these concepts within the framework of economic policies. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyze the structure, sources, and economic impacts of public revenues and expenditures. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehend the budget processes, principles of fiscal discipline, and the theoretical foundations of public debt management. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interpret the structure, types, and impacts of tax systems on economic growth using factual data. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyzes the economic and social effects of public finance policies. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops solution proposals for real world scenarios of public finance policies. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Conducts independent research in the field of public finance. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Learns current developments and new approaches in the field of public finance independently. | 5 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Critically evaluate the knowledge in the field of public finance. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicate effectively with stakeholders on public finance issues. | 3 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Present fiscal policy proposals clearly and persuasively in written/verbal form. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Designs public finance policies within the framework of ethical principles. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Ensures effective use of public resources in line with fiscal sustainability objectives. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Concept of Indicator | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Economic Indicators I: GDP and Economic Growth | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Economic Indicators II: Inflation and Unemployment | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Fiscal Indicators I: Budget and Tax | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Fiscal Indicators II: Public Debt and Sustainability | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Social Indicators I: Poverty and Income Distribution | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Social Indicators II: Poverty and Income Distribution | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Indicator Data Sources and Standards | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | The Role of Indicators in Public Finance | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Economic Indicators in Turkey | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Fiscal Indicators in Turkey | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Social Indicators in Turkey | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Global Indicators: Comparative Analysis | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Indicators and Sustainable Development | Reading the relevant sections of the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 13 | 3 | 39 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 154 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,16 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||