Information Package / Course Catalogue
| Course Code | : MLY100 |
| Course Type | : Required |
| Couse Group | : First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Education Language | : Turkish |
| Work Placement | : N/A |
| Theory | : 3 |
| Prt. | : 0 |
| Credit | : 3 |
| Lab | : 0 |
| ECTS | : 4 |
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts, theoretical approaches, and contemporary debates in the field of public finance through selected academic readings. It also aims to develop students’ abilities to read, understand, analyze, and discuss academic texts. By engaging with foundational literature at an early stage, students are expected to build critical thinking skills and gain familiarity with scholarly discourse in public finance.
This course provides an introduction to the core literature of public finance by engaging students with selected academic texts that explore foundational theories, key concepts, and critical issues in the field. Topics covered include public goods, taxation, government expenditures, fiscal justice, and the evolving role of the state in the economy. Through structured reading sessions and guided discussions, the course aims to enhance students’ comprehension of academic writing, analytical thinking, and their ability to critically interpret scholarly arguments. The course serves as a preparatory ground for more advanced courses in public finance.
| Lec. Gülizar Seda YILMAZ |
| 1. | To be able to identify key concepts and approaches in public finance through academic texts. |
| 2. | To be able to analyze academic studies on fiscal policies and evaluate the theoretical foundations of these policies. |
| 3. | To be able to examine and compare different academic sources and develop a critical perspective on financial issues. |
| 4. | To be able to discuss the methodological basis of empirical findings in academic literature and interpret these findings. |
| 5. | To be able to prepare written reports and oral presentations on financial topics in accordance with academic writing standards. |
| 1. | Arıkan, Z., & İnneci, A. (2023). An Evaluation on the Tax Policy Preferences of Selected European Countries Towards Brain Drain. International Journal of Public Finance, 8(2), 313–332. |
| 2. | Çelik, E., & Uğur, A. (2024). An Empirical Analysis of the Free Rider Problem in Public Goods. Maliye Dergisi, (187), 101–119. |
| 3. | İlgün, M. F. (2020). Industry 4.0 and Transformation in Public Finance: An Assessment in Terms of Government Expenditures. Sosyoekonomi, 28(44), 237–260. |
| 4. | Karadağ Duymazlar, Y., Açıkgöz, B., & Önemli, M. B. (2025). Happiness Economics and Public Policy. Fiscaoeconomia, 9(1), 516–537 |
| 5. | Topsakal, M., & Gümüş, E. (2023). An Analysis of Tax Morale and Tax Awareness in the Context of Generations Theory. Maliye Çalışmaları Dergisi, 70, 105–126. |
| Type of Assessment | Count | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Midterm Examination | 1 | %40 |
| Final Examination | 1 | %60 |
| Activities | Count | Preparation | Time | Total Work Load (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture - Theory | 14 | 2 | 3 | 70 |
| Assignment | 1 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| Individual Work | 1 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| Quiz | 1 | 10 | 1 | 11 |
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 10 | 1 | 11 |
| TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) | 106 | |||
PÇ-1 | PÇ-2 | PÇ-3 | PÇ-4 | PÇ-5 | PÇ-6 | PÇ-7 | PÇ-8 | PÇ-9 | PÇ-10 | |
OÇ-1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
OÇ-2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
OÇ-3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
OÇ-4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
OÇ-5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 |