Information Package / Course Catalogue
Business Taxation
Course Code: ML463
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

This course aims to teach the tax obligations, tax planning processes, and tax practices of businesses. It enables students to analyze the effects of income tax, corporate tax, value-added tax, and other fiscal obligations on business activities. The impact of tax legislation on business decisions is examined, while issues such as tax compliance and tax risk management are also discussed. In addition, the implications of national and international taxation practices for businesses are evaluated.

Course Content

The course begins with the fundamental concepts of taxation and its importance for businesses. Income tax, corporate tax, value-added tax, and withholding tax practices are examined in detail. Tax planning, tax compliance, and tax audit processes in businesses are discussed. Tax incentives, tax advantages, and the management of business tax burdens are evaluated. Furthermore, international taxation practices and the effects of double taxation agreements on businesses are analyzed.

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Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the tax obligations of businesses and the fundamental principles of the tax system.
2.Analyzes income tax, corporate tax, and VAT practices.
3.Evaluates tax base determination and tax filing procedures.
4.Interprets tax planning and tax risk management practices.
5.Compares national and international taxation practices from a business perspective.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.James, S. & Nobes, C. The Economics of Taxation: Principles, Policy and Practice. Fiscal Publications.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to the Tax System and Basic Concepts
Week 2 - Theoretical
Importance of Taxation for Businesses
Week 3 - Theoretical
Fundamental Principles of Income Tax
Week 4 - Theoretical
Corporate Tax and Its Applications
Week 5 - Theoretical
Value Added Tax and Businesses
Week 6 - Theoretical
Withholding Taxes and Their Applications
Week 7 - Theoretical
Determination of Tax Base and Filing Procedures
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Midterm Examination
Week 9 - Theoretical
Tax Planning in Businesses
Week 10 - Theoretical
Tax Incentives and Tax Advantages
Week 11 - Theoretical
Tax Audits and Tax Compliance Processes
Week 12 - Theoretical
International Taxation and Double Taxation
Week 13 - Theoretical
Tax Risk Management
Week 14 - Theoretical
Current Tax Issues and Case Analyses
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Presentation1%10
Assignment1%10
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory144398
Midterm Examination110111
Final Examination110111
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)120
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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OÇ-1
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
OÇ-2
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
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5
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5
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OÇ-5
5
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4
4
5
4
5
4
5
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026