Information Package / Course Catalogue
Tax Advantages
Course Code: ML464
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 role of tax advantages within the economic and fiscal system. It provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge regarding tax exemptions, exceptions, deductions, and incentive schemes. The effects of tax advantages on investment decisions, business activities, and economic growth are examined. Furthermore, the implications of tax advantages for public finance and tax equity are evaluated.

Course Content

The course begins with the conceptual framework of tax advantages. Tax exemptions, exceptions, deductions, and incentive mechanisms are examined in detail. The economic effects of tax advantages granted to businesses and individuals are evaluated. Investment incentive systems, regional incentive practices, and R&D support mechanisms are discussed. In addition, the effects of tax advantages on public revenues, tax expenditures, and tax equity are analyzed through national and international examples.

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Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the types and fundamental characteristics of tax advantages.
2.Evaluates the economic effects of tax exemptions and exceptions.
3.Analyzes the effects of tax incentives on investment and growth.
4.Interprets the implications of tax advantages for public finance and tax equity.
5.Compares national and international tax advantage practices.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Surrey, S. S. & McDaniel, P. R. Tax Expenditures. Harvard University Press.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to Tax Advantages and Basic Concepts
Week 2 - Theoretical
Tax Exemptions and Tax Exceptions
Week 3 - Theoretical
Tax Deductions and Tax Credits
Week 4 - Theoretical
Theoretical Foundations of Tax Incentives
Week 5 - Theoretical
Investment Incentive Systems
Week 6 - Theoretical
Regional Tax Incentives
Week 7 - Theoretical
R&D and Innovation Incentives
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Midterm Examination
Week 9 - Theoretical
Free Zones and Tax Advantages
Week 10 - Theoretical
Export Incentives and Tax Supports
Week 11 - Theoretical
Tax Expenditures and Public Finance
Week 12 - Theoretical
Economic Effects of Tax Advantages
Week 13 - Theoretical
International Tax Incentive Practices
Week 14 - Theoretical
Current Developments 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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5
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026