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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES |
| PUBLIC FINANCE (MASTER) (WITHOUT THESIS) (EVENING EDUCATION) | |
| Code | PFT720 |
| Name | Term Project |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 0-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 0 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. NESLİHAN COŞKUN KARADAĞ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to enable students to design and conduct a scientific project in the field of public finance by applying their theoretical and practical knowledge. It enhances students’ skills in research, analysis, reporting, and presentation.
Course Content
Within the scope of this course, students prepare a term project on a specific public finance issue or practice in accordance with academic writing standards. The process includes topic selection, literature review, data acquisition, method selection, and reporting of results. Students work under the supervision of an advisor and present their projects both in written and oral form at the end of the term.
Course Precondition
No prerequisites
Resources
Çukurova Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Tez Yazım Kılavuzu
Notes
Türk Dil Kurumu (TDK). Bilimsel Yazım Kuralları.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Converts a topic in public finance into a research question. |
| LO02 | Conducts a literature review based on academic sources. |
| LO03 | Selects and applies appropriate data and analysis methods. |
| LO04 | Reports findings in a clear and systematic manner. |
| LO05 | Effectively presents the project orally. |
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. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyze the structure, sources, and economic impacts of public revenues and expenditures. | 4 |
| 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. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops solution proposals for real world scenarios of public finance policies. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Conducts independent research in the field of public finance. | 4 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Learns current developments and new approaches in the field of public finance independently. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Critically evaluate the knowledge in the field of public finance. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicate effectively with stakeholders on public finance issues. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Present fiscal policy proposals clearly and persuasively in written/verbal form. | 5 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Designs public finance policies within the framework of ethical principles. | 4 |
| 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 project writing and research principles | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Topic selection and formulating a research question | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Literature review techniques | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Writing literature and referencing | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Method selection: Qualitative and quantitative approaches | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Data collection tools and research ethics | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Preliminary draft presentations and feedback | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Bireysel Çalışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Performans Değerlendirmesi, Proje / Tasarım, Ödev |
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| 9 | Data analysis applications | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Reporting findings | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 11 | Writing discussion and policy implications | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Formatting and academic writing rules | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 13 | Individual advising and progress assessment | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 14 | Final draft presentation and feedback | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Bireysel Çalışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 15 | final evaluation | Basic research knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım, Sözlü Sınav, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
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 | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 154 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,16 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||