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GIRNE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY


INTRODUCTION Girne American University was founded in 1985 as an independent, non-profit institution of higher education. From its establishment, the university has focused on providing access to an American-based higher education to the widest possible group of young learners. In charting its course for the next century, GAU will continue to be guided by this special mission. To serve its central purpose GAU uses a wide range of strategies: it fosters a variety of instructional approaches, it encourages scholarship, it engages in collaborative community service, and it empowers its constituents to become responsible citizens in an interdependent, pluralistic, global community.

Since 1985, GAU has grown in its understanding of itself, as a modern University. Although geographically dispersed, GAU is one University. Today GAU has a clear identity as a Traditional University with a non-traditional set-up. Over the next five years, it will further transform itself into a knowledge age University. Programmes at GAU will increasingly offer students the opportunity to experience and explore the interchange of theory and practice through technology and service-learning opportunities. In a Vision for the Academic Year 2001, setout in1996, the Chancellor called upon the University to live up to its potential of becoming the premier institution serving the educational needs of young learners so as to become their university of choice. Pursuit of this goal has made GAU distinctive. Over the next five years, the University will continue its efforts to cement its relationship with both young and adult learners, so that the University and its programmes are the first choice of students seeking education. Over the next five years, (the new age) GAU plans to place online many of the programmes it currently offers via traditional means. GAU recognizes that computer technology has made the home and the workplace the most convenient sites for education. This same technology provides the University with a fresh means of fulfilling its core value of access. For the linkage to be meaningful, especially at work, these learning opportunities must be available when the student wishes to access education (just in time), must be at least, as current in content and approach as other educational programmes, and must be focused on what is relevant to the students' world. These learning opportunities must be modular in format so that a student is able to select tailored learning opportunities. Over the next five years, GAU will place many of its programs online. It will also enter into partnerships with business and schools to provide tailored professional development online. GAU’s goal is to become a University with and without walls, a University located in time and place but unhampered by constraints of either in the fulfillment of its mission. To do this, GAU must maintain constant awareness of the impact of technology and how it changes knowledge and learning. GAU will evaluate its courses, and programs to be sure the curriculum and learning strategies reflect these changes. As a knowledge - age University, GAU will strive to empower its graduates in the new workplace. Through their educational programes, students will maximize their abilities to confront a problem when faced with an unfamiliar situation and to work effectively towards a solution, and to apply knowledge to complex situations. Graduates will be encouraged to actively relate new information to previous knowledge and experience, to search for patterns and underlying principles, and to check for supporting evidence when arriving at a solution. As successful knowledge workers, who practice lifelong learning, our graduates will view the


University as their constant partner. GAU understands that change is persuasive, and the University by design is positioned to accept challenges and competition, associated with higher education in the 21st Century. By being open to continuous environmental changes, the University will achieve its goal of being the prominent University serving young leaders.

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is situated in the Mediterranean, some 40 miles from the coast of mainland Turkey. There are numerous shipping and airline services from Turkey and to Turkey from across the world. Syria lies 60 miles from its shores, and Egypt 250 miles. To get to North Cyprus and GAU you must cross the sea either by plane or by ferry. You must travel via Turkey. It is usually most convenient to fly via the Atatürk Airport in Istanbul. The Karmi Campus of GAU is found at Karaoglanoglu, a few kilometers from our "University Town" of Girne. The University bus service is on constant rotation from Girne, and from the dormitories in the Town Centre, to the University. This service for students runs every half an hour.

FACULTY OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS Associate (ASc), Bachelor (BSc) & Masters (MBA) in Business Administration Intensive theory and practice-based curricula are offered in four areas of specialization to create an academic experience that is contemporary, challenging, diverse, globally oriented and professionally focused. The aim is to ensure that students are kept in close touch with the latest trends, developments and ideas in the international business world. Management students acquire the skills to plan, implement and control activities within organisations. The following areas of specialisation are offered: Accounting (ASc/BSc) The Accounting specialisation prepares the candidate to assume responsible positions in the accounting profession. Fundamentals needed by business students and potential accounting majors to understand the accounting equation and its applications, including the posting and summarization of accounting data, and the preparation of basic financial statements. Accounting provides opportunities for ethical, social, economic and political issues to be examined. Banking and Finance (ASc/BSc) The Banking and Finance program is designed to provide professional skills that will enable students to succeed in a variety of jobs in finance and banking. Through various courses involving both domestic and international finance and banking, students will obtain basic principles and concepts which should allow them not only to obtain positions in local sector such as industry, banking, private companies and the public sector but also in international markets. Economics (ASc/BSc) Resource scarcity relative to demand is a central problem in every society which involves the making of choices and allocate decisions by economic agents individual consumers, firms and the state. The Economics program studies this problem and helps students to understand the behaviour and decision making of economic agents. It also provides insights into policy formation by state agencies. The subject deals with both theory and application and pays particular attention to current issues. International Business Management (BSc/MBA) The influence of an integrated world economy, the role of major trading blocks, in particular the EC, and the interdependence of national markets have combined to ensure that even non-traditional companies cannot ignore the international context of their business. Our curriculum draws upon the foundations of Organizational Theory, Economics, Finance, Marketing and International Relations, in


such a way to develop understanding of the international order and environment. Marketing (ASc/BSc/MBA) The curriculum has been designed to help students acquit themselves well in a variety of managerial situations from the marketing of fast moving consumer goods to the marketing of financial services and capital equipment. The problems and opportunities involved in marketing to a wide range of customers and consumers are treated in depth. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Journalism & Broadcasting The program develops the skills and knowledge of the students to a level where he is able to work as a professional journalist or broadcaster upon graduation. The degree program has been designed to teach students the basic technical skills of journalism and broadcasting. The required skills of communication, conducting research, reporting, shorthand, and desktop publishing, with underpinning knowledge in government, ethics and media law are presented. Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Master of Science (MSc) in International Relations International Relations is the academic study of important issues and problems, which result from patterns of behaviour at an international level. These issues span a growing area and include political, economic, military, technological, cultural and environmental problems. The department provides a comprehensive program including not only international relations courses, but also courses on business, international organisations, law, history, economics and special courses designed to enhance analytical thinking. In the International courses, the Balkan, Central Asian and Middle East countries are covered within an international worldwide perspective. Special emphasis is placed upon Turkey in historical perspective. Associate (ASc) and Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Public Relations Organisations need specialists to establish and maintain two-way effective communications with different stakeholders. The aim of this department is to develop and train future organizational communication experts. To this end the Department offers program, which will incorporate different but relevant disciplines, upon which the necessary technical skills are built. These include: one to one communication and mass communication techniques for achieving short, medium and long term favorable results. These are taught as theory and are enhanced with practical sessions. Strategies and tactical promotion plans are prepared and implemented by the students. Bachelor (BSc) and Master (MSc) of Science in Public Administration & Political Science These program aim to educate future managers and leaders for the public sector where ample opportunities exist for increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of governmental institutions. The program represents clear deviation from the traditional legal orientation towards management in government. The approach is very close to the approach of the business department. Teaching methods are also designed for developing managerial, inter-disciplinary, problem-solving skills, while at the same time, cultivating self-confidence and emotional stability. Graduates will possess the skills and knowledge to allocate public resources, so as to support public interest with the greatest efficiency, effectiveness, speed and quality. Bachelor of Science (BSc) and MBA in Computer Information Systems The need for management personnel who understand computer technology and its impact on today’s business operations has never been greater. With an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems, you will be crucial resource in the information systems industry. The program prepares students to design and manage computer systems and related-technologies. Courses focus upon analysis of business systems, computer software and hardware concepts and database management. Associate (ASc) and Bachelor (BSc) of Science in Tourism & Hospitality Management Tourism is the largest single industry in the world. It contributes around 10% of the GDP in many countries. It is the major source of employment and important earner of foreign exchange. Tourism holds a prime position in both Turkey and Northern Cyprus. This rapidly growing industry is short of qualified and experienced staff and a degree gained at GAU can open the door to a wide range of career growing opportunities and management positions. Our curriculum follows a well-tested American format, which incorporates both general management- and specialized tourism and hospitality- courses. The courses have a high degree of practical content and students are required to


undertake supervised practical experience (internship) within the industry. Recognizing the international nature of tourism, the specified program also requires students to study German in addition to English. While tourism is in the forefront of employing technology to improve efficiency and service to the customer, it remains an industry in which the importance of inter-personal skills has not diminished. If you like people and wish to follow a varied, exciting career, Tourism is an excellent field to study. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Engineering Programs The Engineering departments within the Faculty offer four-year, undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) degrees in Computer Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering and Industrial Engineering. In the first 2 years, common courses for all engineers include mathematical and computer sciences, and engineering sciences. All four-year engineering students must complete 30 working days of summer training. In addition to the above, two year (ASc) programs are offered in Industrial Electronics and Computer Programming Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Engineering The Computer Engineering program is designed to provide students with the fundamental knowledge and interdisciplinary educational foundation for a fulfilling career in high quality engineering work. The program is designed so that its graduates may continue with specialized work and undertake creative research toward a master’s degree. The Faculty offers all the necessary computing facilities to develop skills in the use of computers and in the application of computerized techniques. These facilities include well-equipped computer laboratories with high-speed personal computers and a logic design laboratory for experimentation in the fields of digital systems design. Research interests of the faculty include: speech processing, neural networks, digital signal processing, security, artificial intelligence, parallel architectures and database systems. Following the two years common engineering program, in addition to core courses of computer engineering such as operating systems, file organisation, dat abase system and programming languages, the curriculum includes both technical electives and free electives. All of the core courses have laboratory sessions. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering The core courses aim to establish a firm general knowledge in all fields of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. In the junior year, students take the core courses of the electrical and electronic engineering. In the senior year there is a wide range of technical elective courses, which enable students to specialize further in their particular field of interest. The particular areas of specialisation are electronic circuits, measurements and instrumentation; automatic control systems and robotics; quantum and optical electronics; communications; computer systems; and electric power systems. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Industrial Engineering Industrial Engineering is the application of engineering methods and the principles of scientific management to the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. The industrial engineer is concerned with the design of total systems, and is the leader in the drive for increased productivity and quality improvement. The industrial engineering profession uses a variety of specialized knowledge and skills. These include the mathematical, physical, and social sciences, together with the methods of engineering analysis and design. The industrial engineer is often involved in designing or improving major systems that encompass the total organisation. Consequently, he/she is often in contact with many segments of the organisation and develops a global view. Because of their management skill and global view of the organisation, a large proportion of industrial engineers move into management positions, and later advance into top-management positions. Although industrial engineering is especially important to all segments of industry, it is also applied in other types of organisations, such as health care, public


utilities, agriculture, transportation, defense, government, and merchandising. Industrial engineering is finding increasing application in service industries. With increasing emphasis on quality and productivity for successful international competition, it is expected that industrial engineers will be in increasing demand in the new millennium. The undergraduate program provides an interdisciplinary approach for its graduates to understand, to model and find solutions for systems. The Industrial Engineering curriculum develops both the engineering theory and the practical background and people skills necessary to design the optimal productive work and management control systems for an organisation. At GAU, the theoretical foundations of Industrial Engineering are offered to the students to provide them with the skills and talents to solve a wide range of engineering problems related to manufacturing and service sectors. Associate of Science (ASc) in Industrial Electronics Most industrial facilities require the services of an industrial electronics technician with the knowledge of digital circuitry and automated systems. The increasing dependence of industrial systems on electronics has created a need for technicians qualified to design, test, install, repair and control electronics and computer systems. The Industrial Electronics Department offers a two-year diploma program, which is designed to train interested and motivated students with the technical skills, required for industrial electronics fields. The program provides a balance mix of courses in electronics, industrial engineering and computer hardware. The Industrial Electronics curriculum at GAU is designed to provide the student with a sound theoretical background in industrial electronics while being oriented toward applied problem solving. Students enrolled in the ASc program, are required to complete twenty basic courses with 64 credits. Associate of Science (ASc) in Computer Programming This is a two-year program intended to develop individual talent and creativity of the students and to promote an up-to-date awareness of new technologies in the field of Computer Programming. The program is designed to prepare students for professional practice by developing a firm foundation in Basic Sciences, as well as to encourage students to develop individual initiative The department offers a balanced program comprising computer software and mathematical foundations. The emphasis is on programming aspects, the analysis and design of software systems. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete 65 credits usually in two years. The core courses aim to establish a firm general knowledge in all fields of Computer Programming. Students must successfully complete twenty-five courses including the two elective courses and at least thirty working days of summer training in industry. Lectures are supplemented by tutorials, and by experimental work in the laboratories. In addition to the variety of courses covering basic and specialized subjects, electives are offered to enable students to advance their knowledge in different aspects of this specialisation. Architecture and Related Programs Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) in Architecture The Architecture and Design programs offer students the benefit of tuition in small (15-20 students) studios with, the newest technologies in computer assisted design labs, one-to-one supervision in project development and a friendly atmosphere with their instructors. The continually improving quality standards, together with education in English are a particular feature of this program. Graduate Program (MArch) The graduate program, currently offers tuition and research towards degrees in Construction Management Restoration and Preservation and in Architectural Construction. Bachelor of Arts (BA) in City Planning & Urban Design This new program was established in the academic year 2000 - 2001 spring semesters. The aim is to


train planners who can perceive holistic relationships, develop alternative views (utopian/realist) on how to transform these relationships and produce creative designs for the future and who posses the ability of investigating in depth without falling into partiality. Planners need, therefore, to be equipped with a variety of skills ranging from quantitative analysis techniques to social and economic analyses required to understand how the urban system works. Associate (AA) & Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Graphic Design Graphic Design is problem solving on two-dimensional surface. The designer conceives, plans, and executes designs that communicate a specific message to specific audience within given limitations financial, physical, or psychological. The designer must provide something specific to a given audience about a given product or piece of information. Communication is the vital element in graphic design. It is this element of communication that makes graphic design such an interesting and contemporary area. Designers must present current information using modern taste with up-to-date tools. They must stay informed about trends, issues, inventions, and developments. Design education is a lifetime activity. Constant change will require constant renewal. It is not a career for a slow-paced, nostalgic person. To keep up with this fast-changing field you must approach the basic principles and practices with a flexible and curious mind. The Bachelor of Arts (four-year) program provides students with a solid foundation in the principles of advertising, marketing, public relations, sales promotion and cost analysis as they apply to the commercial artist and graphic designer. The Associate of Arts (two-year) program introduces students to the fundamentals of the communication profession and aims to develop artistic and creative abilities through an understanding of colour, illustration, lettering-typography and basic principles of design. Students are exposed to a broad range of commercial art techniques such as photography, painting, rendering. Associate (AA) & Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Interior Design The Department of Interior Design offers a Bachelor of Arts (4 year) undergraduate degree program designed to teach students to conceive and manipulate interior spaces, with special attention to materials, color and textures. Students will learn to relate forms and images appropriate to particular interior environments, using concepts and images to handle increasingly complex, corporate and commercial spaces. Areas of study include construction knowledge, design theory, selection of appropriate materials, humanistic and ergonomic factors involved in the design of functional interior spaces. Special concerns include construction techniques, detailing, finishes, materials, construction management and Historic Restoration. The curriculum integrates information with project-based design. A two-year vocational program is also available FACULTY OF EDUCATION The Faculty of Education was established in 1997-1998 academic year under the name of “Faculty of Humanities.” Since the beginning of the 1998-1999 academic years, the Faculty has concentrated fully in teacher education and accepted the programs designed and developed by the committees established for the National Education Development Project under the co-ordination of the Higher Education Council, the World Bank, and the Turkish Ministry of Education. The overall institutional objective of the faculty is that graduates will have teaching competencies in their particular fields by being furnished with the general and specific knowledge, methods, techniques and skills of modern teaching to fit the scientific and technical development of the world in the third millennium. Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Language Teaching


The main goal of this program is to teach the students the profession of teaching English as a foreign language, at primary and secondary education levels with a high level of competency. This program also provides education and training for students to achieve a high level of English competence and to have the background necessary for translation services in business and government offices by offering the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills in the area of linguistics, literature and translation. International students have a selection of university-wide courses available to replace TDE and translation courses. A foreign language other than English for two semesters is a requirement. Master of Arts (MA) in Turkish Language and Literature Teaching (3.5 + 1.5 years, without Thesis) The main objective of this department is to offer a combination of Bachelor of Education and Master of Arts Programs in a total of 5 years. The Department currently offers only one program, “Master of Arts in Turkish Language and Literature Teaching”. It is a 3.5 + 1.5 year master’s degree programs without thesis. This program is intended for students who have chosen as a profession the teaching of the Turkish Language and Literature at the Secondary School level. Its curriculum aims at teaching the historical development of the Turkish language, its present state and knowledge about the finesse of the language and detailed study skills and strategies; and the attainment of educational competence in teaching methods and technology. In addition to teaching, students who graduate from this program will be able to work in the fields of journalism and broadcasting, public relations, archives, foundations and libraries. Above all, the program will help the students to improve themselves and be efficient with skills and techniques in novel writing, story writing, poetry, criticism and research techniques. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer and Instructional Technology Teaching Computers and other instructional technologies are a very powerful media for improving the learning process. In the information age the roles of the instructor and the learner are changing very rapidly. Teachers are no longer the only source of knowledge. With a few keystrokes students can explore the world and can access libraries, other teachers and students to obtain the knowledge they seek. The medium of instruction is English. The main goal of the Computer and Instructional Technology Program is to prepare the students to the profession of teaching and the use of computer program and educational technologies at basic and secondary education level. This program enables the students to select and/or develop software materials for instructional purposes such as computer assisted instruction, distance education and individualized education. The program also provides education and training for students to achieve a high level of computer competency, which will enable them to work in the public sector or private industry and businesses. This program will develop student’s skills, which could be used and transferred to various fields such as participating as a member of a team, working with different groups, using communication effectively, decision making, and problem solving and establishing new initiatives. One of the essential components of the program is to equip the students with research concepts and skills. Students in the information age should be able to locate, select, classify and use information for the specific purposes required of the problem or project. To graduate from these programs students must complete 137 credit hours of study including 43 credit hours of educational courses. FACULTY OF LAW GAU Law Programs The faculty of Law provides a four year LLB degree in Common Law and a two year LLM in International Business Law for lawyers and non-law trained graduate students, as well as various


seminars and Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) courses for practicing judges and lawyers in the TRNC. Qualified students can obtain a Dual Degree LLB/BSc Law degree from GAU and Law Schools in England. Most of the GAU LLB graduates successfully continue their legal education with professional courses or further academic degrees in Europe, the USA, Turkey or the TRNC. The Law Faculty members include barristers, lawyers and academics, variously trained in England, the United States, Turkey and the TRNC. Some of the faculty are visiting members and come to GAU to give lectures and seminars for special programs. The emphasis of the Law Department is to provide both the academic and practical education, which every professional lawyer needs in his or her practice and career. LLB in Common Law The LLB in common Law provides the TRNC student with a full grounding in the legal concepts currently used in the TRNC. While most courses focus on legal principles found in English Common Law, each student has a full review of those aspects of local law, which are based on Continental and Code Systems. GAU students are found to perform with credit in the TRNC Bar Exam. This program is not available to citizens from Turkey, but is available for the many international students for whom Common Law and European Union Law will be of interest. LLM in International Business Law The law Master Program in International Business Law is designed to equip the lawyer or businessperson with a complete grounding in the concepts and practice of business law in the global economy. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Law For GAU degree purposes there are 40 courses, each worth 3 credits, for a total of 120 credits to obtain the BSc (Law). In each year there are three courses taught for two semesters using the (Blackstone Press) text materials. These are shown with an LLB code below. The additional four courses for the year are taught as one semester long courses run as GAU managed and delivered courses. Additional elective courses may be provided by GAU, based on the availability of qualified professional law teaching staff and the needs of the students. The dual degree provides the student with the high quality of UK based programs along with the advantages of a more traditional setting and the tailoring of course offerings to meet local and regional requirements. All students have the option of taking the same syllabus but with only GAU courses for a GAU based LLB. Electives may include the following three-credit courses: Advanced Business Law, Intellectual Property Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Comparative Constitutional Law Seminar, Issues in Import/Export Law, and International Trade Law.

EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITY

The educational system used at Girne American University, is accredited by the United States of America educational system. The academic year consists of 2 Semesters - Fall and Spring. The duration of each semester is 15 weeks. Apart from that, a Summer Semester is available which lasts for 7 weeks. Students can take 6 courses each Fall and Spring Semester and a maximum 3 courses in the Summer Semester.

The American Educational system is more flexible than other educational systems. In the American Educational system a student is able to take elective courses from departments other then his or her own.

The American system, unlike other educational systems, concentrates on the personal achievement of a student. Lecturers, knowing the level of the students, can arrange the teams within the courses in a more sufficient way. This helps students to improve in the most appropriate way and in accordance to their level.

The American Educational system measures the performance of a student by the credited hours of lectures taken. In order to graduate from an American University the basic requirement is to obtain


120 – 150 credits. To get 1 credit, students are required to attend 15 hours. For example, during the 15 week semester a student, after successful completion of a course, will receive 3 credits for that course. Practical courses are given half credit.

American students are able to enter university after completion of 12 years school education, when they are around 18 years old. At the beginning stage 1st year students are called freshman. After they complete 30 credits and become 2nd year students – sophomore; 60 credits, 3rd year students are called junior; and 4th year students after completion of 90 credits are called senior. Duration of study in an American system usually lasts for 4 years. During these years students take Fall and Spring Semesters and go to their home countries for a summer holiday, or can take Summer Semesters at their will. After they complete all their credits they are able to obtain their Bachelor’s Degree. By attending Summer Semester courses students are able to complete their Degree earlier.

Lastly, courses in all faculties at GAU, except for Turkish Departments, are offered in English. This helps to prepare students to take their place in international competition.

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Faculty of Business & Economics Business Administration Courses Specialized Elective Courses MIS Courses International Relations Courses Journalism & Broadcasting Courses Political Science Courses Public Relations Courses Public Administration Courses Tourism & Hospitality Management Courses Associate Degree Courses Graduate Course Descriptions Tourism & Hospitality Courses M.S. Program in Economics

Faculty of Engineering & Architecture Engineering Course Descriptions Undergraduate Course Descriptions Graduate Course Descriptions Architecture & Design Course Descriptions Undergraduate Course Descriptions Graduate Course Descriptions

Faculty of Education Undergraduate Course Descriptions Graduate Course Descriptions

Faculty of Law Undergraduate Course Descriptions Graduate Course Descriptions

The Foundation English School FACULTY OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS [Top of Page] Business Administration Courses BUS101 - Introduction to Business & Management I (3, 0)3 The environment & historical setting of business; the organisational evaluation of business enterprise, both structural & legal; differentiation of business functions and the rationalisation of business operations. BUS102 - Introduction to Business & Management II (3, 0)3 Basic concepts and principles of organisation and management, the function of planning, organising, staffing, directing & controlling in task-oriented organisations. Functions of production, marketing,


accounting, finance & personnel are explored along with staff services & social responsibilities. (Prerequisite: BUS101) BUS103 - Introduction to Computers & Information Systems (3, 0)3 To provide an understanding of the need for the management of data as an organisational resource. Introduction to the fundamental concepts of data processing. Emphasis is on business data processing. Student’s skills in the application of computers to business and their knowledge of hardware and software are enhanced. BUS104 - Computer Applications (3, 0)3 This course expands the student’s knowledge of computer; word processors, spreadsheets, database applications and other business applications are introduced. BUS105 - Introduction to Behaviour Sciences I (3, 0)3 BUS105 and BUS106 together comprise a multi-disciplinary course covering selected topics of psychology, sociology and social psychology to help students to understand human behaviour & organisational behaviour. Human behaviour at the individual, group and societal levels are examined. BUS106 - Introduction to Behavioural Sciences II (3, 0)3 A continuation of BUS105. (Prerequisite: BUS205) BUS201 - Introduction to Economics I (3, 0) 3 Introduction to macroeconomics; introducing employment, money, monetary & fiscal policies; and equilibrium. (Prerequisite: MAT102, EGL102) BUS202 - Introduction to Economics II (3, 0)3 Micro-economics: economics of the firm, resource allocation and prices; equilibrium and welfare economics. (Prerequisite: MAT102, EGL102) BUS203 - Principles of Accounting I (3, 0)3 Accounting and bookkeeping, accounting statements, the balance sheet equation, effects of transactions on the accounting equation, mechanics of double-entry accounting, the general journal, posting of transactions, trial balance, adjusting entries and preparing statements, financial analysis using accounting data to control and evaluate monetary results of business activities. (Prerequisite: MAT102) BUS204 - Principles of Accounting II (3, 0)3 Accounting for short and long-term assets, liabilities, payroll accounting, partnership and corporation accounting and some emphasis on cost accounting. (Prerequisite: BUS203) BUS205 - Statistics I (3, 0)3 Statistical ideas and their relevance in practical life; preparing data for statistical analysis. Elementary probability, random variables, frequency distributions and sampling. Logic of statistical references; descriptive statistics, estimation and significance tests. (Prerequisite: MAT102, BUS104) BUS206 - Statistics II (3, 0)3 Interpreting, organising and illustrating data. Present-day applications for interpreting reports, surveys, charts, graphs and opinion polls. Additional subject areas covered in this course include: Probability Theory, Probability Distributions, Central Limit Theorem, Confidence Interval Estimation, Hypothesis Testing, Chi Square and F Distributions, ANOV, Regression and Correlation Analysis. Also introducing statistical package-programs. (Prerequisite: BUS205) BUS207 - Introduction to Law (3, 0)3 Legal systems; functions of Law; introducing Turkish and TRNC legal systems, regulating activities of government & governmental agencies. An overall summary of the legal framework of the European Union. (Prerequisite: EGL102) BUS208 - Business Law (3, 0)3


Introduction to the business legal environment. Selective subjects relevant for managers from the law of contracts, civil law, commercial law, tax law, labour law, law on Bankruptcy and insurance law. (Prerequisite: BUS207) BUS301 - Organisational Behavioural (3, 0)3 Review of human behaviour in organisations; interpersonal and interpersonal processes, influencing and persuasion, motivation and leadership in the workplace. Cultural influences on human behaviour will also be discussed. BUS302 - E-commerce (3, 0)3 Use of Internet as a new channel in transferring goods & services; mechanics of E-commerce; characteristic of Internet: being boundaries; effects of it: Is everywhere in the meanwhile being nowhere. Designing marketing programmes for Internet use. (Pre-requisite: BUS309) BUS303 - Human Resource Management (3, 0)3 The management of human beings in a complex organisation; recruiting, selecting, training, promoting & motivating human beings. Increasing personal loyalties & managing personnel to elevate individual contribution, increasing quality & lowering operational costs. (Prerequisite: BUS102) BUS304 - Operations Management (3, 0)3 Covers the basic quantitative techniques in major production systems, including planning & control of projects, statistical quality control, MRP aggregate scheduling & line balancing, queuing theory, transportation models and simulation techniques.(Prerequisite: MAT102, BUS206) BUS305 - Quantitative Methods & Forecasting (3, 0) 3 To provide interdisciplinary perspectives; probability, distribution, decision theory, inventory models, linear and integer programming and forecasting techniques. (Prerequisite: MAT102, BUS206) BUS306 Management Information Systems (3, 0)3 Overview of management functions in three district areas; hardware, software and personnel. The management issues & problems of planning, developing, installing, operating & maintaining information systems in organisations. Legal & ethical issues in computing. Special focus on the connection of managerial & technical resources in organisation. Attention is given to political, economic, physical & organisational factors. (Prerequisite: BUS104) BUS307 - Business Finance I (3, 0)3 Introduction to financial management; financial institutions & money markets; analysis of financial statements; discounted cash flow analysis; project cash flow analysis; analysis of flow of funds; risks and returns. (Prerequisite: MAT102, BUS206) BUS308 - Business Finance II (3, 0)3 Long-term planning & forecasting; basics of capital budgeting; cash management, accounts receivable and inventory management; short and long-term financing and portfolio management. (Prerequisite: BUS307) BUS309 - Marketing Management (3, 0)3 To achieve profitable transaction while creating well-satisfied, loyal customers, to secure success of businesses, products and brands in an environment characterised by uncertainty. To design and maintain winning strategies, plans and programmes by matching markets with products and deciding on product objectives and allocating resources among marketing mix elements.(Prerequisite: BUS104, EGL102) BUS310 - Organisational Theory (3, 0)3 The concepts of organisation; formal organisations; organisational dynamics & effectiveness; organisational development and change; emerging type of organisation; Organisational transformation and leadership. (Prerequisite: BUS102) BUS401 - International Business (3, 0)3


To understand why nations trade; characteristics of foreign markets and their impact on business decisions, including role of government, cross boarder transactions, cultural and regional influences. (Prerequisite: BUS202, BUS308) BUS402 - Business Policy (3, 0)3 Providing a synthesis of previous course materials within the business programmes. It will be taken in the last term of the undergraduate programme. Class lectures are supplemented with case studies. BUS403 - Globalisation & Economic Integration (3, 0)3 To understand globalisation and basic economic model it relies on; presenting the main reasons why globalisation is promoted (nature of multinational enterprises and their role in globalisation). The concept and stages of economic blocks. Basic reasons of creating economic blocks and consequences of this development. (Prerequisite: BUS202, BUS401) Specialized Elective Courses [Top of Page] Accounting Specialisation BUS410 - Auditing (3, 0)3 Auditing theory and practice: including auditing concepts, standards, procedures, rules of professional conduct, post-audit considerations, and preparation of auditor’s report. BUS411 - Cost Accounting (3,0)3 Treats accounting and managerial aspects in cost concepts including job order process cost systems, flexible budgets, joint by-product costs, break-even points, differential costs, problems and practice projects are the basis for study. BUS412 - Financial Statement Analysis (3,0)3 Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to take full advantage of financial reports and analysis. Topics that will be covered include financial statement, ratio analysis, comparative analysis, and the management of operation funds. BUS413 - Managerial Accounting (3,0)3 Case studies and detailed techniques of cost accounting, internal auditing, and controllership. Course provides understanding of important dimensions of management function of accounting. BUS414 - Turkish Tax Laws I (3,0)3 Turkish Tax Law I deals with principles and practice of tax law with topics including gross income, itemised deductions, capital gains and losses, net operating loss, carrying forward and back, history of taxation, inception of laws, credits, exemptions, tax research, and operation of tax forms. BUS415 - Turkish Tax Law II (3,0)3 Turkish Tax Law II deals with more involved problems of income determination, re-organisation, partnership and specially taxed corporations, foreign taxes, social security, estate and gift taxes, and administrative procedures. BUS416 - Financial Planning & Control (3,0)3 A comprehensive coverage of short-term and long-term financial planning: topics include budgeting, financing decisions, cost of capital, capital structure decisions as well as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and leasing. BUS417 - Advanced Accounting (3,0)3 Deals with branch accounting, merger and consolidations, partnerships, trusts, insurance, governmental accounting and other advanced topics. Banking & Finance Specialisation BUS420 - Turkish Financial Institutions and Markets (3,0)3 Study of financial sector; businesses, consumers and governments in money and capital markets are observed with emphasis on financial instruments, analysis of financial intermediaries and the determination of interest rates. A detailed analysis of the Turkish financial system; its development,


transfer of resources through Turkish financial system and the role of financial markets in economic development. BUS422 - Project Evaluation & Investment Management (3,0)3 The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the area of investments with emphasis upon why individuals and institutions invest and how they invest. This course also deals with the design and analysis of investment projects. Topics include measures of risk and return, process and techniques of investment valuation, various statistical methods and simulation techniques used in determining and measuring the degree of risk associated with investments projects, effect of high inflation rates in evaluating investment projects and projects financing approaches. BUS423 - International Finance I (3,0)3 This course aims at introducing the students to instruments and institutions of international financial markets, evolution of international monetary system and foreign exchange markets. Also covered are rate determination theories, forecasting, purchasing power parity and interest rate parity theorems, hedging, speculation, international trade financing, and international diversification of portfolios. BUS424 - Commercial Banking Management (3,0)3 This course is designed to provide an overview of commercial banks, their functions, management, and role in the economy. Topics include: basic asset, liability, liquidity and interest-rate risk management, primary lending functions pricing techniques, risk management bank organisation and familiarisation with international banking. The purpose and functions of central banking are studied with attention to monetary targets and policies. BUS425 - Portfolio Theory and Management (3,0)3 The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to modern portfolio risk theory, diversification, market equilibrium, market efficiency, capital asset pricing, arbitrage pricing theory, option pricing theory, single & multi index models, principles of fundamentals and technical analysis, analysis of alternative investments and portfolio performance monitoring and management. BUS426 - International Finance II (3,0)3 The basic principles covered in International Finance I are enhanced through new techniques in international financial management, hedging techniques, swaps, futures, options, leasing, factoring, forfeiting, Euro-markets, country risk analysis, and financial management for multinational corporation. BUS427 - Principles of International Banking (3,0)3 The basic principles covered in Commercial Banking Management are enhanced through an international perspective. Topics covered in this course are an overview of international banking and its structure, as well as the changing nature of bank management. Economics Specialisation BUS430 - Applied Econometrics (3,0)3 Various application areas are treated. Consumption, demand functions, production and cost functions, international trade relationships are areas that are covered. BUS431 - Monetary Policy (3,0)3 Monetary theory and policy tools. An overview of the financial mechanism; institutions of the financial system and financial intermediaries; policy relating to aggregate demand, employment and prices with special emphasis upon the role of the monetary and banking system; interest rate determination and the working of the capital market; analysis of the demand and supply of money. BUS432 - Fiscal Policy (3,0)3 Introduction to fiscal theory and policy. Government expenditures and revenues; provision for public requirements; adjustments in distribution; stabilisation and growth; processes of budgeting and annual planning; principles of taxation and public borrowing; variations of fiscal policy. BUS433 - Trade and Industrialisation: (3,0)3


The role of trade in development; terms of trade and trade in primary products; alternative industrialisation strategies; import substitution export promotion; sources and extend of protection; the effect of trade and industrialisation policies on the pattern of trade and development. BUS434 - Development Economics (3,0) 3 The meaning of growth and development; growth theories; under development theories; unbalanced and balanced growth; dualism; population and employment issues; trade and growth; income, distribution. BUS435 - Business Cycles & Forecasting (3,0) 3 Analysis of the factors in economic fluctuations, the forecasting of future economic activities and policies designed to mitigate the more severe and costly sorts of fluctuations. The study of various aspects of business cycle theory, introduction of the main aggregate economic concepts, important topics in national income analysis such as taxation, theories of consumption and economic growth theories. BUS436 - International Money & Finance (3,0)3 National income accounting and balance of payments and the different approaches to balance of payments and to exchange rate determination of non-traced goods, labour market, stabilisation policies in open economies, expectations and exchange rate determination, assets market in open economies. Also covered are concepts of risk, portfolio equilibrium, and exchange rate and representative agent models. Efficiency tests, PPP and real interest rates models of risk premium, empirical exchange rate models, and volatility tests. BUS437 - Structure of the Turkish Economy (3,0)3 Overall structure of the economy; sources and use of governmental revenues; government; main sectors; income distribution; regional dispersion of economic activities BUS438 - Comparative Economic Systems (3,0)3 Analysis of alternative systems of economic organisation; with respect to economic goals of growth, efficiency and the distribution of income; theories of economic organisation are used to illustrate the workings and validity of the various theories. International Business Specialisation BUS440 - International Marketing (3,0)3 To expose students to cross-boreal transitions, searching & identifying potential markets; reaching to these markets and achieving profitable transitions in these markets. BUS441 - European Business (3,0)3 Fundamental issues facing European business now and in the future are covered. The course provides general perspectives about the key issues of the complexities of the single market as well as doing business in Europe. BUS442 - Mergers & Acquisitions (3,0)3 Details of mergers, acquisitions & strategic alliances are covered. The importance of this global trend is reviewed. BUS443 - International Financial Institutions & Money Markets (3,0)3 A continuation of BUS423. BUS444 - Cross – Cultural Studies in Organisation (3,0)3 Japan, U.S. Turkish and European multinationals are studied on a comparative basis to understand similarities & differences in company objectives, company cultures and managerial practices. BUS445 - Workshop in Export and Imports (1,4)3 Students study actual examples of imports to and exports from North Cyprus; assessing demand, finding markets for exports and sources for imports; starting & completing transactions and receiving or making payments.


Marketing Specialisation BUS450 - Consumer Behaviour (3,0)3 Blending both concepts & applications from the field of consumer behaviour; presenting theoretical concepts, stressing the applications of these conceptual materials to marketing strategy and decision making in the private, public & non-profit sectors. BUS451 - Promotion Management & Pricing (3,0)3 To create and sustain various methods of communication between marketing professionals and the markets while stressing the application of communication tools to marketing strategy. (Prerequisite BUS450) BUS452 - Business to Business Marketing & E-Commerce (3,0)3 Purchase of goods & services for use in producing other goods or services. To support the daily operations of the organisations or for resale. Emphasis is upon importance & use of Internet and other networks for conducting transitions between business establishments. BUS453 - Product Planning & Management (3,0)3 To provide the conceptual & analytical framework to analyse product strategy, development & marketing. BUS454 - Channel Management (3,0)3 Institutional & functional analysis of distribution channels; selecting, evaluating & managing distribution channels. BUS455 - Marketing Research (3,0)3 Scientific method & techniques used for the systematic gathering, recording & analysing data about problems related to marketing of goods and services BUS457 -Marketing Strategy (3,0)3 To train students to integrate their knowledge gained from previous courses in order to design a master plan of marketing, to create a sustainable competitive advantage over rivals. BUS462 - Leadership and Organisational Culture (3,0)3 New understanding of organisational leader and leadership; understanding various aspects of organisational culture; enhance individual skills to identify the factors that shape organisational culture; importance of organisational culture upon. MIS Courses [Top of Page] CIS201 - Programming Languages I (3,0)3 Builds on fundamental concepts of data processing techniques and technical language concepts developed in BUS103. Emphasis is on computer programming logic, programming problems in JAVA, input/output processing, subroutines, function statements, flow-charting, and problem definition. Hands-on programming projects utilising PASCAL computer language will be covered. (Prerequisite: BUS103) CIS202 - Programming Languages II (3,0)3 An introductory course to the most popular programming languages in the field today. This course will concentrate on the syntax, style and applications of the language. Students are expected to learn about data structure, language compiler and function libraries. Coding, running and debugging C programs are developed in this course. (Prerequisite: BUS103) CIS203 - Database Management (3,0)3 This course will develop the student's ability to determine needs in planning and organising a database. The selecting and structuring of data field will be studied and applied to small problems, which the student will design, develop and test. Manipulating, sorting, and indexing of data within the DBMS will be studied At the completion of the course, student skills will include creating, updating, retrieving, and reporting of data within the DBMS. (Prerequisite: BUS104) CIS301 - Introduction to Web Design (2,2)3


This course studies the science and engineering of today’s World Wide Web. The languages, protocols, services and tools that enable the Web, in order to gain an understanding of all the pieces of the distributed computing puzzle will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on new and emerging technologies of the Web. (Prerequisite: BUS104) CIS303 - Business Data Communications (3,0)3 This course introduces the student to the terminology and technology of telecommunications. Analogue and digital methods of transmission, components used in networks, line protocols, network typing, and the design of networks will be covered . The student will be able to apply this knowledge to systems design definitions.(Prerequisite: BUS104) CIS304 - Programming Languages III (3,0)3 Introduction to computer program analysis, design and implementation using new generation programming languages. Subjects include flow-charting, structured design, input/output processing, basic logic structures, report formatting, and editing. Student programming projects provide "hands-on" experience. Students develop projects outside normal class time in the computer laboratory. (Prerequisite: BUS103) CIS306 - System & Information Analysis (3,0)3 Nature of the decision-making process with emphasis on manager-computer interaction. Operational, tactical, and strategic level systems. System's life definition of logical system requirements and determination of the economics of alternative systems. System requirements and specification documentation. Practice case studies are analysed by students to give training and experience techniques. (Prerequisite: BUS104) CIS401 – Object Oriented Programming (3,0)3 Overview of object orientation, getting to grips with C++, modelling the real world, abstraction, classes and objects, objects lifetimes and dynamic objects, inheritance. CIS402 - Research Project on Information Systems (3,0)3 This capstone course uses individual research, or any approach that tends toward a synthesis of all aspects of computer systems applications. The course involves an intensive review of literature in the field. Students participate in projects given to implementing computer techniques and perspectives in private and public sector- problem solving. Students are responsible for developing a project proposal from inception to completion in conjunction with the assigned instructor. The course will be taken in the last or second to last term of the undergraduate programme. CIS403 – Operating Systems (3,0)3 Designs and Implementation of computer operating systems. User interfaces. Management of various system resources. Process Management, memory management, input/output, file system facilities. Concurrency. CIS404 – Computer Graphics (3,0)3 The Graphics Environment, graphics adapters and interfaces. Working with coordinates. Drawing figures, fonts and text. Analysis of 2D and 3D spaces. Graphics Systems Transformation, geometric modelling, picture generation, computer art and animation. CIS406 - Information Systems and Law (3,0)3 Social, moral and legal ramifications of various information gathering systems, both private and governmental. Legal implications of issues relating to computer software and hardware including copyrights, trademarks, and patent rights. (Prerequisite: BUS205, BUS103) For CS, EGL and HIST coded courses see Faculty of Education International Relations Courses [Top of Page] IRE102 - Introduction to International Relations This course introduces students to the structures and processes of international politics and surveys the major global issues of our time - nations, categories, and principles of international relations. The course focuses on the functions of the modern nation-state system and the patterns of conflict and co-operation in contemporary international relations. The purpose of the course is to provide students


with a basic understanding of how the international political system works and help them develop their own perspective on global issues. (Pre-requisite: POLS101) IRE201 - Comparative Politics I Issues and concepts in comparative politics, political socialisation and culture; political recruitment and structure are reviewed. Interest groups and interest articulation as well as political parties, government and policy making are considered. (Pre-requisite: IRE102) IRE202 - International Law The nature and role of international law in the interaction of states. The basic terminology of international law. Problems of interpretation and enforcement. The relation between law and power; treaties and the legal basis of diplomacy, international organisations, international law and war, human rights under international law. (Pre-requisite: BUS207) IRE203 - Communication in International Relations A course in communication skills elaborating on the important aspects as well as key terminology of international relations. A combination of formal lectures, discussions and group activities will enable students to familiarise themselves with various techniques in their field thus improving and building on their confidence. IRE204 - Comparative Politics II This course deals with the history, culture administrative and political structure of various countries. The aim of this programme is to enable the students to use the concepts of comparative politics in order to analyse the concrete political backgrounds of countries of different economic and political settings. Case studies such as England, France, Germany, Japan, Russia, China and the USA will be included IRE206 - Third World Politics This course examines important features of politics; economics, society and culture in developing nations and focuses on common problems associated with political modernisation, economic development and social change in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Through comparative analysis, the course also attempts to develop generalisations about key problems and prospects in various regions of the developing world. IRE301 - International Organisations This course focuses on the role played by international organisations in world politics. Most attention is given to international governmental organisations, such as the United Nations, the European Community, and other regional organisations. Non-governmental organisations from multinational corporations to the International Red Cross are discussed as well. The course investigates the extent to which all these organisations contribute to the development of a peaceful and just community of nations. IRE302 - History & Politics of the Balkans The study of the political developments in the region in historical perspective. The course mainly concentrates on the effects of World War II on the politics and economics of the Balkans. (Pre-requisite: IRE102, IRE301) IRE304 - The Caucasus & Central Europe The development of Turkish nationalism since Ismail Gasprinsky. Relations with Turkey (since World War II), and the effects of the breakdown of the Soviet Union in this region. (Pre-requisite: IRE102, IRE301) IRE305 - History & Politics of the Middle East The course will focus on the formation of the modern Middle East, the legacy of the Ottoman Empire and the impact of colonialism, Arab nationalism, the ideological (bipolar - system and the OPEC related issues are also covered) (Pre-requisite: IRE102) IRE306 - Turkish Diplomatic History Ottoman Empire and Europe from the French Revolution until the end of World War II. Diplomacy and the Ottoman Empire. Tanzimat and the Young Turks. (Turkish students in Europe). Modernisation and


Europeanisation. Pan-Islamism and nationalism. Ottoman Empire and Germany: World War I. The transition from a multi-national to a national state. Reform and revolution. Turkey during World War II. The one-party-state and Turkish foreign policy. The transition from one-party-state to a multi-party-system. Ismet Inönü and Turkish foreign policy. Right and left clashes and their effect on Turkish foreign policy. Turkey’s relationship with USA, Europe and the Middle East. Turkey and the European Union. (Pre-requisite: IRE102, IRE301) IRE307 - International Theory This course provides an analysis of the three important theoretical debates of international relations: Idealism / Realism, Traditionalism / Behaviourism and Realism/Neo-realism. The course also addresses the central assumptions and key concepts of various theories in international relations, with emphasis on concepts propositions and, the current critique. (Pre-requisite: IRE102) IRE401 - Turkish Foreign Policy Students will discuss the central dilemmas and assumptions about Turkish foreign policy (past, present and the near future): the purpose is to assist students in clarifying their own substantive views on major foreign policy issues. (Pre-requisite: IRE308) IRE402 - Conflict Studies This course looks at the economic/cultural/political and religious aspects of conflict and examines some theories, which prescribe solutions to these problems. The students are advised to take this course in their graduating year. IRE404 - European Union Studies Background of the European Union: Europe before and after World War II. The political framework of the European Union. Economic integration of the European Union, the social framework of the European Union, the external relationship of the European Union. The Single European Act. European Union beyond Maastricht. (Pre-requisite: POLS301, IRE301) IRE406 - The Cyprus Problem This course studies the Cyprus problem, examining possible solutions to it and looks at the role of the international powers in finding a solution. (Pre-requisite: IRE102, IRE301) IRE411 - Post Cold War International Relations (3,0)3 A survey of current developments, issues and problem areas of international relations. IRE412 - US Foreign Policy (3,0)3 The purpose of this course is to help to understand how the US foreign Policy has changed over the last fifty years. This course is a good application of international relations theories into real life. Students will be able to see how theory is and has been applied to real life by the only super-power of our time. How has the international system changed, and what are the effects of this on states today? What role did the US play on this change? These questions will be answered. IRE413 - Global Security In-depth study of issues related to global security of the XX-XXI century: proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, arms control and disarmament, international terrorism, regional conflicts, oil and energy problems in Politics, etc. The course will examine major trends, challenges and future prospects in the aforementioned areas. Journalism & Broadcasting Courses [Top of Page] JB101 - Basic Concepts of Journalism (3,0)3 Introduction to the profession of journalism. Topics include historical and contemporary issues related to the newspaper industry and to print journalism and relationships between news production, journalism, media and society. JB102/107/204/209/304/309/404/408 - Desktop Publishing I-VIII (3,0)3 Applications related to the principal desk top publishing packages. Review of the characteristics of hardware and software used in the desktop publishing and design, development and printing stages of printed materials.


JB103/108/205/210/409 - Theory & Practice of Journalism I - V (3,6)6 Introduction to the functions and uses of mass communication media, their impact on individuals, business and government; historical and theoretical models of mass communication; changing perception of the relationships between society and communicational media. JB104/109 - Ethics for Journalism I/II The course presents the fundamental problems and concepts of journalism ethics. It examines the ethical dilemmas confronting the mass media in the business and political arenas, covering advertising, marketing, and the tele-democracy. JB105/110 - Psychology of Communication I/II (3,0)3 Application of critical standards to the psychological process and the aesthetic elements of broadcast media. JB106 - History of Communication (3,0)3 Considers how communication techniques have changed over time and how such change effects organisations and society. JB202/207/302 - Introduction to Basic Photography I/II(3,0)3 A basic course introducing students to photojournalism. This course includes topics such as technical photography, various types of projects in photography, history of photojournalism, famous photojournalists, contribution of photojournalism to news production, feature reporting and ethics in photojournalism. JB201/206/301 - Journalism & Manipulation I - III (3,0)3 A historic and practical review of the power of the various forms of media to influence and manipulate public opinion for both good and less acceptable ends. JB203 - Introduction to Economics (3,0)3 Introduction to macro and micro - economics; touching on: employment, money, monetary & fiscal policies; welfare economics. Also covering: economics of the firm, resource allocation and prices. JB208 - Mass Psychology (3,0)3 An extension of JM105 and JB110 that reviews and evaluates the influence of the media on the general public. JB303 - Law & Journalism & Broadcasting (3,0)3 A study of rules and regulations governing journalism and broadcasting in North Cyprus and Turkey; providing comparisons with other selected countries. Social responsibilities of professionals and the ethical conduct and codes of ethics are covered. JB305/310 - Radio & TV Broadcasting I/II (3,2)3 This course combines the important aspect of radio and TV programmes, programme preparation and various radio and TV broadcasting techniques. JB307 - Turkish Language & Literature (2,2)3 Oral and written presentations are supplemented with library research. Emphasis on proper use of written language in journalism; journalist’s essays, articles and scenarios are written. A background of Turkish language and literature is provided. JB308 - Radio & TV News Writing (3,3)3 The theory and practice of gathering and evaluating information, and writing news. Copy reading & editing and the organisation of stories. The course is supplemented with the regular production of a departmental/faculty/university newspaper or magazine. JB401 - Creative Journalism (2,2)3 Principles of news: analysis of What, Where, When, and Who questions: factors affecting news agenda. Types of news and news resources. Stages of news research as well as types of news writing and its applications.


JB402 - History of Journalism (3,0)3 This course is intended to develop a basic understanding of the field, introducing some of the approaches and models used in the study of communication and media. JB403 - Human Rights & Journalism (3,0)3 This is an introductory course on the theory and practice of international human rights. The full range of human rights issues-international, national and non-governmental- will be covered particularly as it relates to journalism and broadcasting. JB405 - Sociology of Journalism (3,0)3 This course covers selected topics of psychology, sociology and social psychology to help students to understand human behaviour & organisational behaviour as it relates to the interaction between journalists and their public. Human behaviour at the individual, group and societal levels are examined. JB406 - Fundamentals of Advertising & PR (3,0)3 This course introduces the student to the field of public relations, publicity and advertising in journalism. It includes an overview of the history and practices of public relations. JB407 - Journalism & Social Culture (3,0)3 This course focuses on the broad social influences of the media on social structure and thought, emphasising its influence on socialisation, deviance, social control, stratification and inequality and on such major issues as population growth and the environment. The reverse influence of “modernisation” and changes in customs and culture upon the media is also reviewed. JB410 - Elective (Seminar) (3,0)3 The student will be required to research and present a final year seminar on a topic agreed with his/her instructor JBL101/102/201/202/301/302/401/402 - English for Journalism I-VIII (3,0)3 A series of courses designed to develop reading and written skills in English; to improve technical writing skills in journalism and to expand technical vocabulary. For MAT coded courses see Engineering Department Political Science Courses [Top of Page] POL202 - History of Political Thought (3,0)3 An analysis of the concepts of Politics through the writing of major political thinkers, especially Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Burke, Marx and Mill. Special focus will centre on the foundations of modern authoritarian and democratic Policies. POLS101 - Introduction to Political Science (3,0)3 This course introduces students to the discipline of political science. Basic definitions of the political process and the fundamental concepts used in studying politics are discussed. The course acquaints students with how political scientists think about society and provides a basis for more sophisticated research and understanding of empirical political theory, as well as skills for analysing political and social issues. POLS202 - History of Political Thought (3,0)3 An analysis of the concepts of Politics through the writings of major political thinkers, especially Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Burke, Marx and Mill. Special focus will centre on the foundations of modern authoritarian and democratic traditions. (Pre-requisite: POLS101, IRE102) POLS301 - European Political History (3,0)3 Historical analysis of political and diplomatic relations between the great powers of Europe in the late XIX-XX century. The introduction of U.S. politics into the world power arena. The emphasis is initially placed on the relations between Britain, France, Austria, Russia, Germany and the Ottoman Empire; the Eastern Question, German and Italian unifications, the Balkan Crisis, World War I and II. In the second half of the course, the emphasis will shift to the post-World War II diplomatic events: the


peace conferences and settlements, the creation of the European Community, the history and political dynamics of the Cold War, and its European implications. (Pre-requisite: IR102) POLS302 - Political Psychology (3,0)3 This course provides a psychological analysis of the political process, with special attention given to political socialisation and alienation as the two important political stages, which needs the utmost psychological attention in order to be well understood. (Pre-requisite: POLS101, POLS202) POLS303 - Turkish Politics (3,0)3 This course aims to give a detailed knowledge and understanding of the scientific analysis of major political events in Turkey. It will also examine: political structure, political culture, political system, election systems, party systems, ideologies and the basic political tendencies within the Ottoman-Turkish context from a sociological and historical point of view. (Pre-requisite: POLS101) POLS304 - Political Ideologies (3,0)3 Concepts and issues such as civil society, citizenship, nationalism, liberalism, conservatism, feminism, socialism, national-socialism, fascism, racism, sexism and other various new social movements and political ideologies will be discussed both in theory and in actual practice. (Pre-requisite: POLS101, POLS202) POLS304 - Political Ideologies In this course the instructor deals with some concept like civil society and citizenship, which constitute the content of the contemporary democracy. Nationalism, Liberalism, Conservatism, Feminism, Socialism, National-socialism, Fascism, Racism, Sexism and so many other new social movements and Political ideologies will be other discussion points both in theoretical and actual Base. POLS305 - Political Theory (3,0)3 This course outlines the history of political thought as relevant to international relations, specifically political thought regarding war and peace. Within this context, the course compares the ways in which political philosophers, including Hobbes, Locke, Grotius, Rousseau, Hegel, Marx and more recent thinkers, all of whom have conceived of the state of nature between individuals and the state, as well as the views of each leading thinker on how to achieve peace. Another aim of this course is to familiarise students with classical political thought extending from Plato to Nietzsche through an analysis of the political thought of selected scholars along with their contributions to international relations. To contribute to a deeper understanding of political thought and its significance for international relations, the course undertakes both textual and contextual analysis, addressing not only the texts but also the social context in which they have been situated. (Pre-requisite: IRE102, POLS202) POLS401 - Political Sociology (3,0)3 This course aims to give detailed knowledge and a required formation regarding fundamental subjects of political sociology to students from various programmes of the Faculty. In addition it aims to teach students how to reach the required knowledge and to equip themselves with the ability of analytical thinking. Another objective of the course is to re-examine political experience and the socio-political structure of various cases including Turkey. In accordance we will frequently try to understand the relationships between some sociological-political theories and certain aspects of our own societies in practice. (Pre-requisite: POLS101, BUS106) POLS402 - Political Parting & Elections (3,0) 3 This course is designed to introduce the student to some basic aspects of the Turkish social structure; such as politics, system of norms and economy, population, modes of residence, social classes and family will be other important issues of concern. (Pre-requisite: POLS303) POLS404 - Graduation Project in Public Administration & Political Science (3,0)3 This course covers the nomination and election of political candidates, with emphasis upon local and national political competition and election systems in historical perspective. Political parties are examined from the viewpoint of their organisation, ideologies, voter potentials and leadership. (Pre-requisite: POLS304) POLS411 - Study of Modern Nationalism (3,0)3


Nationalism and nation building in historical perspective. Ethnicity, national consciousness and ethnic nationalism in an international comparative framework. POLS413 - Contemporary Human Rights This is an introductory course on the theory and practice of international human rights. The full range of human rights issues-international, national and non-governmental- will be covered. POLS414 - International Environmental Politics This course will focus on applying divergent theoretical approaches to analysis of the causes, consequences for resolvability of international environmental issues, and look at how these issues in turn affect the future of international relations. Public Relations Courses [Top of Page] PRE202 - Introduction to Public Relations (3,0)3 This course introduces the student to the field of public relations, publicity and advertising. It provides an overview of the history and practices of public relations. and addresses the challenge of creating a permanent image of the client and using PRE as a tool for handling crisis management. PRE204 - History of Communication (3,0) 3 Considers how communication techniques have changed over time and how such change effects organisations and the society. (Pre-requisite: CS 201) PRE206 - Media Law (3,0) 3 This course will analyse the legal issues presented by several branches of the entertainment industry: book, music, movies, radio, television and theatre. Topics included will be: limitations imposed on entertainment topics under laws of obscenity, violence, defamation, privacy and publicity; the scope and limits of intellectual property in entertainment products; the contractual rights and relations among the entertainment industry participants; telecommunications regulations and international trade treatment of the firms that deliver entertainment Products to the audience. (Pre-requisite: BUS207) PRE301 - Introduction to Media (3,0) 3 Introducing to functions & uses of mass communicational media, their impact on individuals, business and government; historical & theoretical models of mass communication; changing perception of the relationships between society & communicational media.(Pre-requisite: PRE204) PRE302 - Theories & Mass Communication (3,0)3 Considers theories of mass communication from a critical and historical perspective. (Pre-requisite: PRE301) PRE304 - Communication in Organisation (3,0)3 Examines theories and Practices of organisations communication from a critical and historical perspective. (Pre-requisite: PRE204) PRE305 - Introduction to Journalism (3,0)3 Topics include historical and contemporary issues related to the newspaper industry and to print journalism and relationships between news production, journalism, media and society. PRE306 - Media Planning (3,0)3 Changing face of media planning, interactive advertising, IMC and data base marketing, media and consumer and basic principles of media planning. (Pre-requisite: BUS309, PRE301) PRE308 - Consumer Behaviour (3,0)3 The course description as is written for BUS450. (Pre-requisite: BUS309) PRE402 - Public Relations Case Studies (3,0)3 The purpose of this course is to understand and use the most visible techniques and tactics of PR in specially designed cases. (Pre-requisite: PRE403) PRE403 - Public Relations Campaign (3,0)3


Students are expected to design a Promotional campaign by using five communicational tools, integrating them well including media planning, budgeting and timetable. (Pre-requisite: PRE308, PRE310) PRE404 - Publicity (3,0)3 To initiate and improve relations with media; to write press releases and to arrange news briefs; to control publicity.(Pre-requisite: BUS415) PRE405 - Advertising Workshop (2,2) 3 Practice on idea generation, generating themes, designing copy of advertising; implementing relevant forms of sales promotion. (Pre-requisite: PRE308) PRE406 - Personal Selling (3,0)3 Face to face communication with clients; prospecting, preparing a deal; handling objections, closing a deal, follow-up; also covered are particular issues related to sales force management. (Pre-requisite: PRE308) PRE412 - Public Relations Administration Importance of administration function in public relation; strategic public relations administration, areas of public relation expertise, crisis management and public relations, public relations and environmental administration, financial public relations, public relations with respect to consumer health and sports. PRE413 - Analysis for Advertising Campaign General framework of advertising campaigns, advertising strategies, advertising media, creative applications in advertising, analytic elements of advertising campaigns, critical analysis of advertising with respect to advertising media and applications in advertising campaign analysis. PRE414 - Media & Politics Topics include media and politics, media and democracy and media and ideology. Public Administration Courses [Top of Page] PUB102 - Introduction to Public Administration (3,0)3 Fundamentals of public administration and public policy: concepts, principles, and procedures; bureaucracy and factors of its continuous growth. Introduction to public policy process, policy implementation, principles of management in public administration, and of leadership in public organisations, budgeting, programme evaluation, and relations between central and local governments (principles of federalism). Brief consideration of power and information hierarchy in public agencies and enterprises and issues relating to public privatisation. (Prerequisite: POLS101) PUB202 - Constitutional & Public Law (3,0)3 A general introduction to Turkish constitutional law and public law and their impact on governance. (Pre-requisite: BUS207) PUB204 - Public Policy Formulation & Implementation (3,0)3 The course reviews the complete chain of government decision making from policy formulation to its implementation and its evaluation in various public areas such as education, environment, health care and social welfare. The course covers the major elements and issues of government procedures and decision-making. It reviews the players, institutions and other factors affecting policy formulation and implementation in selected policy areas including non-profit organisations and the typology of interest groups. The objective of the course is to inform the student studying government management, business or public administration to understand both public - and private - sector development processes. PUB301 - Public Finance (3,0)3 Fiscal functions and institutions in public sector. Typology of public budgeting process. Allocation, distribution and public choice: social goods and distribution. Structure of public expenditure and financial policy: expenditure evaluation, programmes and case studies. Principles of taxation: tax equity and tax incidence, excess burden and taxation effects. Tax structure: individual income,


corporate income and other taxes. Fiscal federalism: principles and structure –case studies of different countries’ fiscal hierarchy. (Prerequisite: BUS204, PUB204) PUB302 - Turkish Administrative Law (3,0)3 The nature and characteristics of Turkish administrative law; administrative authorities and judicial control of the administrative act. (Prerequisite: BUS207, PUB202) PUB304 - Programme Evaluation & Auditing (3,0)3 Public programme evaluation and productivity improvement. Stages of scientific and practical development: efficiency, budgeting, management, privatisation, auditing, etc. Types of evaluation: front-end analysis, process evaluation, problem monitoring, impact evaluation, synthesis and auditing methods. Fundamentals: definition, objectives, measures, study plans, etc. Detailed study of the major three innovations: The Bottom Line, Inspectors, and Total Quality Management. Scientific, technical, ethical problems associated with programme evaluation. (Prerequisite: PUB204, BUS207) PUB401 - International Public Administration (3,0)3 Comparative study of public sector structures and reforms in the developed industrial countries (US, Canada, France, UK, Germany, Spain, Scandinavia, Holland, as well as countries of Central and Eastern Europe, and Turkey). Issues, pertaining to the “DPM” formula, developed by the Chicago School of economics – Deregulation, Privatisation, Marketisation, and their significance for public administration Different countries’ experiences with adapting their public structures and strategies to the constantly changing needs of growing economy and social problems. (Prerequisite: PUB204, PUB303) PUB403 - Local Government & Administration (3,0)3 The relationship between central and local governments; responsibilities of municipalities and other local administrative units in delivering services, generating resources, evaluating and controlling municipal programmes. (Prerequisite: PUB204, PUB304) SOSC108 – Environmental Science (3,0)3 This course has been modified from one concentrating purely upon the scientific foundations of environmental studies to one that reviews the impact of economic activity on the environment and the dependence of national economies upon the environment for their resources and as a sink for their wastes. The implications of Sustainable Development are explored. Tourism & Hospitality Managment Courses [Top of Page] THM101 - Tourism & Hospitality Maths (3,0)3 This course provides relevant exercises in the practical application of basic mathematics for those who intend to pursue a career in Tourism and Hospitality Management. Typical applications to be included are the computation of revenue and costs in hospitality operations and the derivation of profit, mark-ups and marginal profits. Stock management calculations, depreciation, discounting, pricing, wastage, yields and recipe costing are further examples. The student will also be provided with practical examples of rate-of-change situations, derivatives, and integration. THM102 - Introduction to Tourism (3,0)3 An introductory course to the tourism industry. The course focuses on the position of tourism as the World’s largest industry and the acknowledgement that it plays a major role in shaping the world. The course considers global tourism trends, the socio-cultural importance of tourism, its economic influence, the motivations for travel, the important role of transportation, and the qualities of the attractions that draw the visitor. The course provides an overview of the structure and organisation of the tourism industry. THM104 - Tourism & Hospitality Statistics (3,0)3 This is a basic statistics course that will study a range of practical examples relevant to the Tourism and Hospitality Management student. Typical applications to be presented will include frequency distributions and graphs in relation to understanding trends in the industry. Further examples will show the use of averages, simple probability, normal distributions, and quality control as applied to the industry. The concepts will be presented numerically and graphically. Where formulae are essential to understanding they will be given and will not need to be memorised. (Pre-requisite:THM101)


THM201 - Front Office Management I (3,0)3 A general introduction to hotel management that concentrates on the central role played by the front office in co-ordinating the various functions of the hotel including the rooms department, technical services, banqueting and food and beverage services. The student will be introduced to the guest cycle from the reservation to registration, the care of the guest in-house, night audit, guest relations, response to enquires and complaints to guest check out, billing and finishing with the completion of the data base and follow-on marketing. THM202 - Tourism & Hospitality Accounting (3,0)3 The course takes basic managerial accounting concepts and shows how they can be adapted and employed to the specific and unique operations found within the tourism & hospitality industry. Emphasis is on the use of accounting for managerial planning and control. Included are yield management, basic cost concepts, cost-volume profit analysis, and various approaches to pricing strategy. (Prerequisite: BUS203) THM203 - Travel Agency Practice (2,2) 3 This course presents an overview of travel agency operations and practice including dealing with customers and handling airlines, shipping lines, tour operators, and car rental agency bookings. Basic airline codes and terminology, reservation Ethics and procedures and buffer zones for tariff purposes are also covered. THM204 - Front Office Management II (3,3)4 This practical course concentrates upon the application of computer methods to support the wide range of front office activities. The student will be given hands on experience with the use of the well-established FIDELIO computer package. (Pre-requisite: THM201) THM206 -Tourism & Hospitality Law (3,0)3 All facets of the tourism industry are subject to laws and regulations that govern their operations. The course reviews these regulations as they pertain to such areas as: tourism organisation, investment and operations, the travel trade and the tourist. This course has an international perspective but a local emphasis. THM301 - Tourism & Hospitality Marketing (3,3)3 This course discusses the application of the concepts and principles of marketing to the specialised tourism and hospitality business. The 4 Ps of marketing: promotion, price, place and product will be explained to the student in relation to unique and perishable nature of the product offered, its intangibility and the need to sell most of its products “unseen” and at a distance. The approaches available for market research will be presented. Students will be guided through the steps required to effectively plan and implement a marketing strategy for a hospitality venue or leisure attraction. Advertising methods, target marketing and factors in consumer preference will be covered. THM303 - Culinary Practice I (2,2)3 Students are introduced to the most common tools and equipment and the basic methods used in the preparation of foods. These are the standards used in international kitchens of the industry. Students will be introduced to the various products and the basic preparation methods used. The interpretation of recipes, menu planning and the traditional organisation of medium to large kitchens will be studied. THM304 - Housekeeping Management (3,0)3 The course concentrates on the fundamentals of room division management and housekeeping. This course includes the main housekeeping responsibilities and duties: managing the housekeeping labour force, materials and supplies, control of costs. The management of in-house laundry and cleaning services and the options available for out -sourcing are also included. THM306 - Culinary Practice II (2,2) 3 This course builds on Part I and extends kitchen practice to provide a broader understanding and experience in the preparation of starters – and the main courses and deserts for a variety of international menus. (Pre-requisite: THM 303) THM401 - Promotion Management for Tourism (3,0)3


The class provides an overview of promotional and publicity practices in the tourism industry and covers advertising, public relations, sales promotion and customer handling and evaluation. (Pre-requisite: THM301) THM402 - Food & Beverage Management (3,2)4 This course provides an introduction to the main principles of food and beverage management. It includes the study of the factors involved in selection and balance of menu items, including merchandising. The determination of equipment needs based on the menu items; the selection, use and maintenance of the food service equipment; and its layout and design are covered. Cost-control aspects are presented within the framework of the FIDELIO computer package. THM403 - Restaurant Preparation & Service (2,2)3 This is a practical course designed to instruct the student on how to properly prepare a restaurant to serve guests and also how to serve over the whole range of styles from fast food to silver service. (Pre-requisite: THM308) THM405 - Geography of World Tourism (3,0) 3 Tourism means world travel. The student is provided with a good overall grasp of the main tourist sources and destinations and of their economic, geographical, heritage, cultural and other strengths and weaknesses. THM404 - National Tourism Policy & Planning (3,0)3 This is an integrative course that takes a comprehensive view of the fundamental importance of management and its effective practice in tourism and hospitality. To pics include national and local tourism policy development, the role of National Tourist Organisation (NTO) or equivalent, external environments; international trends and globalisation; strategic management in Tourism and services business; impacts of tourism development and sustainable development. THM406 - Tourism Seminar (3,0) 3 Students are required to prepare a project on a given subject matter. The aim of the course is to enrich their theoretical and practical refinement and to investigate new trends in the hotel and tourism industry. THM411 - Meeting & Conference Management Events, meetings, and conventions are now a major generator of tourism income. The emphasis of this course is on the practical aspects of successfully planning and managing a conference or event. The process of selecting speakers, selecting a venue, marketing to delegates and managing the conference are all included. THM412 - Feasibility Studies in Tourism The course takes the students through the essential stages of a feasibility study that is relevant for any tourist venue or attraction. It is emphasised that such a study is not simply a financially based project evaluation but requires systematic market research and asset audit and a creative approach to the solution of client problems. THM413 - Sustainable Tourism The course studies the respective roles of central and local government, private investors and NGOs in working toward the achievement of sustainable tourism development. THM414 - Tourism & Hospitality Financing The course reviews the types of funding sources that are available for the wide range of tourist related investments from hotels to leisure centre and heritage sites. The methods available for determining the funds required and of presenting proposals for funding are reviewed. THM415 - International Hospitality Management (3,0)3 The course presents the student with a broad perspective of the international hospitality business. It highlights both the similarities and the differences in the objectives and practices of the wide range of sectors comprising the hospitality business, ranging from government institutional establishments to tourists hotels of varying size and management philosophies. The course takes a broad worldview


that will help the student to place the Middle East, Turkey, and North Cyprus in an international perspective. THM416 - Total Quality Management in the Service Industry (3,0)3 Definition and philosophy of quality; analysis and measurement tools of total quality management; quality costs, quality management in the hospitality industry; planning and organisation as to time management in tourism and hospitality industry. THM417 - Tourism Marketing using Information Technology (3,0)3 This course is designed to introduce the effect of information technology on the tourism industry. Topics include marketing, promotion, and advertising techniques on the Internet, and the influence of information technology the travel and tourism intermediaries. The factors necessary to sustain successful tourism web site on the Internet are reviewed. For MAT coded courses see Engineering Department. For GER, HIST and TURK coded courses see Faculty of Education. Associate Degree Courses [Top of Page] ABU207 - Business Finance (3,0)3 As for BUS307, adapted for ASc programme. ABU209- Marketing Management (3,0)3 As for BUS309, adapted for ASc programme. ABU210 - Auditing (3,0)3 As for BUS410, adapted for ASc programme. ABU211 - Cost Accounting (3,0)3 As for BUS411, adapted for ASc programme. ABU212 - Financial Statement (3,0)3Analysis As for BUS412 adapted for ASc programme ABU213 - Managerial (3,0)3 As for BUS413, adapted for ASc programme. ABU214 - Turkish Tax Law I (3,0)3 As for BUS414, adapted for ASc programme. ABU215 - Turkish Tax Law II (3,0)3 As for BUS415, adapted for ASc programme. ABU216 - Financial Planning & Control (3,0)3 As for BUS416, adapted for ASc programme ABU217- Advanced Accounting (3,0)3 As for BUS417, adapted for ASc programme. ABU220 - Turkish Financial Institutions & Markets (3,0)3 As for BUS420, adapted for ASc programme. ABU221 - Financial Planning & Control (3,0)3 As for BUS421, adapted for ASc programme. ABU222 - Project Evaluation & Investment Management (3,0)3 As for BUS422, adapted for ASc programme. ABU223 - International Finance I (3,0)3 As for BUS417, adapted for ASc programme. ABU224 - Commercial Banking Management (3,0)3 As for BUS424, adapted for ASc programme. ABU225 - Portfolio Theory & Management (3,0)3 As for BUS425, adapted for ASc programme. ABU226 - International Finance II (3,0)3 As for BUS426, adapted for ASc programme. ABU227 -Principles of International Banking (3,0)3 As for BUS427 adapted for ASc programme. ABU250 - Consumer Behaviour (3,0)3 As for BUS450, adapted for ASc programme. ABU251 -Promotion Management & Pricing (3,0)3 As for BUS451, adapted for ASc programme. ABU252 - Business to Business Marketing & E-Trade (3,0)3 As for BUS452, adapted for ASc programme.


ABU253 - Product Planning & Management (3,0)3 As for BUS453, adapted for ASc programme. ABU254 - Channel Management (3,0)3 As for BUS454, adapted for ASc programme. ABU255 - Marketing Research (3,0)3 As for BUS455, adapted for ASc programme. ABU256 -International Marketing (3,0)3 As for BUS465, adapted for ASc programme. ABU257 -Marketing Strategy (3,0)3 As for BUS457, adapted for ASc programme. ABU270 - Programming Languages I (3,0)3 As for CIS201, adapted for ASc programme. ABU271 - Programming Languages II (3,0)3 As for CIS202, adapted for ASc programme. ABU272 -Programming Languages III (3,0)3 As for CIS304, adapted for ASc programme. ABU273 - Introduction to Web Design (3,0)3 As for CIS301, adapted for ASc programme. ABU274 - Database Management (3,0)3 As for CIS203, adapted for ASc programme. ABU275 - System Analysis & Design (3,0)3 As for CIS306, adapted for ASc programme. ABU276 - Business Data Communications (3,0)3 As for CIS303, adapted for ASc programme. ABU277 - Information Systems & Law (3,0)3 As for CIS406, adapted for ASc programme. ABU278 - Research Project on Information Systems (3,0)3 As for CIS306, adapted for ASc programmes APR201 - Introduction to Media (3,0)3 As for PRE301, adapted for ASc programme. APR202 - Intro. to Accounting I (3,0)3 As for BUS203, adapted for ASc programme. APR208 - Consumer Behaviour (3,0)3 As for BUS478, adapted for ASc programme. APR210 - Media Planning (3,0)3 As for PRE306, adapted for ASc programme. APR211 - Promotion Management(3,0)3 As for PRE415, adapted for ASc programme. ATH202 (2,2)3 Food & Beverage Management As for THM402, adapted for ASc programme. ATH203 (2,2)3 Culinary Practice I As for THM303, adapted for ASc programme. ATH104 (2,2)3 Housekeeping Management As for THM304, adapted for ASc programme. ATH206 (2,2)3 Culinary Practice II As for THM306, adapted for ASc programme. Graduate Course Descriptions [Top of Page] ACCT500 - Accounting Functions in Business (3,0)3 Meaning, uses, and limitations of the historical and projected quantitative data produced by accounting process information by marketing, production, and financial executives in planning and controlling business operations and by investors, creditors, governmental agencies, and other external groups having an interest in operating results and financial position of business firms. This course is part of the graduate core. ENGL500 - Technical Writing & Research Methods (3,0)3 This course is a practicum in both the oral and written communication skills necessary to perform effectively as managers and administrators in either the private or the public sectors. This course emphasises problem-solving techniques and hands-on writing in such real world genres as business plans, management reports, research reports, work statements, manuals, technical and management


proposals, press releases and computer-mediated communication. The students work both individually and in teams to develop written documents and make oral presentations. COSC504 - Computer Concepts & Systems Software (3,0)3 This course will introduce the student to the architecture of the computer hardware. The major concepts of operating systems are also studied and the interrelationship between operating systems and architecture is analysed. Students will be introduc ed to machine and assembly language. COSC511 - Advanced Programming Languages (3,0)3 Properties of algorithmic languages, scope of variables, binding time subroutines and co-routines. Data abstraction, exception handling and concurrent processing. Programming and scripting languages will be discussed and examples will be drawn from the pool of languages available in today’s computer software industry. (Prerequisite: COSC102, COSC104 or COSC105. Elective) COSC541 - Data Communication Systems and Networks (3,0)3 This course will introduce the student to the concepts and terminology of data communications, network design, and distributed information systems. Equipment, protocols and transmission alternatives will be discussed. The communications environment and regulatory issues are also introduced. (Prerequisite: COSC504) ECON501 - Economic Analysis for Management (3,0)3 An intensive course in economic theory, intended to familiarise students with the foundation of economic analysis and reasoning. This course will include an evaluation of a business firm and its objectives within the framework of a free enterprise system; consumers behaviour; the relationship between market structure and determination of output and prices as well as input prices determination and a summary presentation of the most important current issues and an outline of the possible policy alternative. FIBA301 – Money and Banking (3,0)3 The definition and role of money in economic activity. Analysis of commercial and Central banking institutions. Examination of macro relations between financial organizations, and principle objectives of stabilization policy. FIBA500 - Financial Management (3,0)3 Basic principles and analytical techniques relating to corporate financial management. Topics include overall financial analysis, planning, and control; sources and uses of funds; capital; operational and financial leverages; working capital management; inventory and portfolio management; long-term investment decisions; timing of financial policy. This course is part of the graduate core. FIBA502 - Corporate International Finance (3,0)3 From the perspective of corporate financial management, exchange rate and balance of payments theory; the international financial system; international capital markets and institutions; role of international capital flow in economic development; international cash flow management. FIBA503 - Financial Statement Analysis (3,0)3 Managerial requirements for financial data. Evaluation of current techniques of statement analysis. Application of analytical methods to serve financial management needs. Consequences of “generally accepted accounting principles.” FIBA505 - Working Capital Management (3,0)3 The financial manager’s viewpoint and knowledge of the money market to meet short-term requirements and to invest temporarily-excess funds. Short-term investing commensurate with risk and return. Techniques used to manage corporate, short-term investment portfolio. FIBA507 - Commercial Banking Policies (3,0)3 Overview of the U.S. commercial banking industry and financial institutions; role of Federal Reserve; monetary policies and their effect on money supply and interest rates; policies pertaining to capital resources, profitability of functions and relations to other banks; effect of government regulations and economics conditions.


FIBA579 - Financial Decision Making (3,0)3 This course is the capstone course for financial management. Financial decision-making is examined in the context of real-world situations involving the impact of inflation, taxation, uncertainty and competitive forces. Includes applications in financial theory, analysis of financial statements, time value of money and capital budgeting. This course must be taken within the final two semesters of study.( Prerequisite: FIBA500, FIBA503) FIBA581 - Investments (3,0)3 Security markets; various types of investment securities; recognised accepted tests of safety, income, and marketability; management of portfolios; techniques for analysis and interpretation of corporate reports. FIBA585 - International Lending (3,0)3 Comprehensive overview of international banking, the functions and responsibilities of the international loan officer and the role that commercial and government financial institutions play in facilitating world trade. Includes balance of payments and country risk; letters of credit; principles of foreign exchange; principles of international lending; national and international lending agencies; project financing, and trade financing. ISMA500 - Managerial Information Systems (3,0)3 This course will establish the role of information systems in organisations and how they relate to organisational objectives and organisational structure. Basic concepts, covered in depth in subsequent courses, are introduced: the systems point of view and organisation, information flows, and the nature of information systems. Students will gain a knowledge of the basic techniques and skills in representing system structure. Case study applications of information systems are introduced. The course is an introduction to the curriculum. ISMA508 - Fundamentals of Database Management Systems (3,0)3 This course examines database management systems and design concepts. There will be a discussion on the advantages of using different database management systems. Some of the technical details involved in properly designing and implementing database systems will be presented. Among the topics to be covered are; the relational database models, database design and normalisation of database tables, an introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL), and database administration within the organisations. Upon completing this course, students will have developed a fundamental understanding of the design, implementation, and management of database systems. (Prerequisite: ISMA500.) ISMA521 - Information Analysis and Systems Design (3,0)3 This course introduces strategies for developing information system applications and presents the development life cycle as a basic concept in managing applications. The life cycle phases leading to the determination of requirements and the development of a general logical design are studied. Theoretical concepts are applied in the development and implementation of an operational system from its logical design. The process of planning for change is described and the post-implementation or feedback phase of the life cycle of systems development is reviewed. (Prerequisite: ISMA500.) ISMA568 - Information Systems Projects (3,0)3 This course is the capstone of the curriculum. The student is required to complete a project in the application of the principles of computer information systems. The concepts from the previous courses are utilised in the development and implementation of the project. The student will gain experience in analysing, designing, implementing, and evaluating information systems. The course must be taken during one of the student’s last two terms. ISMA545 - Modelling & Decision Systems (3,0)3 This course involves a study of model formulation and solution procedures. The use of information systems in decision-making and performance evaluation is reviewed. Students will gain an understanding of the trade-off involved in the use, design, and construction of decision-making systems. The course will stress the concept of building models of complex systems operating under uncertainty. (Prerequisite: ISMA500. elective) ISMA573 - Advance Database Management Systems (3,0)3


This course introduces students to the powerful features of Oracle database management systems. Students learn how to create and manipulate objects and store, retrieve, and manipulate data. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: retrieve, insert, update and delete records; control data and user access; use SQL and PL/SQL; and handle blocks, cursors, and runtime errors. (Prerequisite: ISMA508. Elective) MGMT503 - Organisational Theory & Human Resource Management (3,0)3 Analysis of modern management theories. Development of organisations and problems of leadership posed by organisational structures. Dynamics of organisational behaviour and relationship to effective administration. Models of communication, motivation, and leadership. This course is part of the graduate core. MGMT504 - Environment & Economics of Business (3,0)3 Evaluation of the primary international, national, social, economic, and legal forces and constraints acting upon the business enterprises. Links with governments (federal, state, and local), unions, trade organisations, and other interest groups in the pluralist society. (Prerequisite: MGMT503.) MGMT510 - Quantitative Factors in Management (3,0)3 Survey of mathematical and statistical approaches to decision-making in the analysis and solution of management problems. This course is part of the graduate core. MGMT512 - Regulations & Control: The Legal Environment of Business (3,0)3 The effects of regulation in business decisions. Rule making processes, administrative actions, antitrust, public policy issues, and ethical issues are examined. Social and political considerations in the legal system are analysed. This course is part of the graduate core. (Prerequisite: MGMT503) MGMT522 - Personnel Management & Labour Relations (3,0)3 Analysis and evaluation of major personnel management problems in the United States including human resource planning and development, assessment of future needs, building the personnel function to meet needs of developing organisations, developing career paths and training programmes and policies. Evaluation of the personnel functions and of personnel performance and development of systems for this purpose. (Prerequisite: MGMT503.) MGMT524 - Organisational Development & Communication (3,0)3 Theory and practice of organisational development and interpersonal communication. Relationship of human behaviour to problems of organisational life and development. Cases and experimental exercises in organisational socialisation, motivation, dynamics of power, and interpersonal perception and communication. MGMT542 - International Business Management (3,0)3 Multinational enterprises as global organisations with emphasis on their world-wide impact. Emphasis on providing framework for understanding broad issues rather than on questions of business management and administration. (Prerequisite: MGMT503 ) MGMT545 - Export-Import Management (3,0)3 International trade mechanisms and organisation; use of marketing information; trade relations with foreign governments; effects of tariffs; use of permits; trade centres; other mechanisms; all aspects of transactions involving selling, physical distribution, insurance, costing and pricing, and obtaining payments. (Prerequisite: MGMT503, MGMT550.) MGMT546 - Production Management (3,0)3 Studies the management of systems used for the production of goods and services. Production economies and design of efficient production systems including purchasing, operating production systems, and inventory control. (Prerequisite: MGMT503.) MGMT549 - Business Policy (3,0)3 This is a capstone course for all graduate management degrees. It includes a study and discussion of actual cases relating to policy formulation at the top management level. Basic economic, industrial and competitive considerations affecting policy implementation strategy in corporate long-range


development. Practice in analysing companies, evaluating problems, and making decisions. The course must be taken during the student’s final term. MGMT550 - Advanced Marketing Management (3,0)3 Studies advanced theory and system-orientated analytical methodology required for effective marketing management decision-making. Strategies and tactics relating to the basic administrative processes of analysis, organisation, planning, and control. Approach is analytical rather than descriptive, drawing heavily upon the disciplines of economics, behavioural science, and statistics. This course is part of the graduate core. MGMT551 - Advanced Marketing Research (3,0)3 Underlying scientific principles and processes that make marketing research an applied science. Information collection, interpretation, and presentation for shaping marketing objectives, policies, and planning. Application of the concepts, methods, and knowledge of quantitative and behavioural disciplines. Learning objectives are facilitated through individual or group projects. (Prerequisite: MGMT550.) MGMT552 - International Marketing Seminar (3,0)3 Broadens and unifies students’ knowledge of international marketing through reading lists, research projects, and seminar papers. (Prerequisite: MGMT550.) MGMT553 - Marketing for Non-profit Organisations (3,0)3 Conceptual system of marketing applied to problems of non-profit organisations. Direct and comprehensive marketing ideas for students interested in public administration and the administration of museums, educational institutions, foundations, and associations. (Prerequisite: MGMT550.) MGMT554 - Marketing Policy (3,0)3 This is a capstone course in the graduate marketing programme. Marketing issues and problems are studied through an integrated approach. Problems are examined through case studies and a review of current literature. Viewpoints of the consumer, government, wholesaler, and retailer are examined. Emphasis is placed on individual projects. The course must be taken during the student’s final term. (Prerequisite: MGMT550_ MGMT580 - Directed Research (3,0)3 Permits the student to develop and present for credit an individual project of special interest within the academic disciplines of management or marketing. The course instructor must approve format and content of the project. The general criteria for a project are relevancy to current issues in this field, originality of subject area, and intellectual significance. This option is available only once during the student’s programme of study. Admission of this course requires the approval of the department head. Tourism & Hospitality Courses [Top of Page] THM501 - Tourism & Hospitality Sales & Marketing (3,0)3 Builds upon undergraduate knowledge and examines, in-depth, marketing principles, theories, concepts and the use of management principles and techniques of analysis, planning, implementation and control to maximise marketing effectiveness in tourism and hospitality organisations. THM502 - Financial Management for the Tourism Industry (3,0)3 A study of financial management and its application in the tourism industry. Topics include capital investment analysis, mergers and current financial issues. Emphasis is placed on maximising shareholder value. THM503 - International Tourism (3,0)3 This course emphasises the essentially international nature of tourism. We investigate the sources and destination of tourists and the developments and changes that are taking place in tourism. The changes in the demography of tourism and the changes in tastes and expectations due to changes in fashion and in the relative wealth of nations will be studied. Special interest tourism is treated as a special topic. THM504 - E-Tourism (3,0)3


An in-depth study of Internet Web site Hosting for tourism managers, including a detailed examination of the current practices of on-line tourism marketing and tourism destination management systems. THM505 - Strategic Management for Tourism &Hospitality (3,0)3 A wide ranging examination of the key features of tourism management. This will include the preparation of corporate and business plans and the conduct of feasibility studies. These will link to the course on marketing to identify suitable market information sources. The particular relevance of customer care will be examined. The course will take a high level view of suitable management structures and job descriptions. THM506 - Tourism Planning & Development (3,0)3 An in - depth examination of the process of identifying needs, objectives and strategies for tourism development. The formulation and evaluation of tourism policies and plan will be studied. THM507 - Research & Presentation in Tourism (3,0)3 It is a standard requirement for managers at all levels to be able to conduct research into a wide range of management, investment, marketing and related tourism issues, to draw inferences from that research and to present results in an objective and convincing manner to peers and superiors. This course presents approaches and methodologies that will enable the student to achieve this. THM508 - Resort Development & Management (3,0)3 This course offers a complete approach to the operation of resort properties. Beginning with historical development, details are presented in the planning, development, financial investment management and marketing that deal with the unique nature of resort business. The course also examines the future and the impact of the condominium concept, time-sharing and technological change. Resort development is typically a co-operative effort between private enterprise and government, both local and national. The course examines how effective Cupertino can best be achieved. THM511 - Attractions Management (3,0)3) Tourist attractions exist in many forms from theme parks to ancient monuments, from natural environment wilderness to high-tech urban constructs, from commercial high return investments to national monuments -both ancient and modern that require management but that generate no income. All require professional management but they have differing objectives. Suitable methods for planning and achieving their success must be understood and implemented. This is the purpose of the course. THM512 - Project Management in Tourism (3,0)3 A tourism manager may be challenged to manage projects of widely ranging size and complexity ranging from a single banquet to the design planning, construction and bringing into operation of large, international attraction such as Disneyland. The basic procedures and methods to be employed and the class of problems faced are similar. This course presents successful methods of project planning and control that will be of significant benefit to the practising manger. THM513 - Advanced Marketing Research in Tourism (3,0)3 Any student having completed an undergraduate business or tourism degree will have learned the basics of marketing research. This course considers the subject at greater depth and specialises particularly on the peculiarities and differences of the tourism industry with its perishable product and extended supply chains. (Prerequisite: THM501) THM514 - Sustainable Tourism (3,0)3 Sustainable tourism, the tourism that aims to minimises the damage caused by the tourism industry and if possible to even improve the environment, is both fashionable and necessary. It is, however, often misunderstood. This course takes an in depth view of the issues involved and examines examples from around the world. This knowledge is then applied towards local situations in North Cyprus, Turkey and to the countries of participating international students. Permanent or visiting faculty may offer alternate electives from time to time if there is sufficient demand. Limited substitution may also be permitted with the approval of the department head and the faculty dean.


M.S. Program in Economics [Top of Page] TECON500 - Research Methods Introduction to research methodology; research process and techniques; data collection, processing and analysis; findings and interpretation. TECON503 - Economic Thought(3) Critical analysis of contemporary economic thought with reference to its evolution; comparative evaluation of schools of economic thought; mainstream and non-mainstream economic thought; Nobel-Prize winner economic theories; puzzles and paradoxes in economic thought. TECON501 - Microeconomic Analysis(3) Evaluation of tools of micro analysis; theories of the consumer and firm; determination of relative prices under different market types; stability issue of comparative market equilibrium; topics in economics of information. TECON502 - Macroeconomic Analysis(3) Analysis of the Classical, Keynesian and Tobin’s dynamic aggregative models; impact multipliers and stability analysis; Walrasian and Keynesian adjustment mechanisms; implications of different money regimes; various issues of open macro models. TECON504 - International Economics(3) Comparative analysis of international trade theories and policies; balance of payments; international factor movements; the results of the GATT/WTO agreements; the international monetary system and its evolution; capital movements; foreign direct investment; portfolio investment; exchange rate determination; stabilization policies in open economies. TECON505 - Econometrics(3) The linear regression model; data problems; specification problems; maximum likelihood; non-linear regression; Probability Distribution Theory and statistical inference; non-spherical disturbances; heteroscedasticity and autocorrelation; co-integration and error correction discrete dependent variables; Granger’s Causality analysis. TECON511 - Economic Development(3) Major theories of development, neoclassical and structuralist approaches, dependence theories; historical aspects of development; measurement of development; gap between ‘North’ and ‘South’; income distribution, population growth and employment; agriculture, trade and industrialization; external debt; main policy issues. TECON512 - Turkish Economy(3) Comparative micro and macro analysis of Turkish economy vis a vis globalization and regionalization; brief retrospective evaluation of economic developments since the proclamation of the Republic; analysis of economic crises, inflation and unemployment; inter-sectoral analyses; budget and PSBR; foreign economic relations, FTB, CAB, foreign portfolio and direct investments; relations with IMF, stabilization measures; Twin-Deficit Analysis; relations with EU, structural measures. TECON513 - International Political Economy(3) The political dynamics involved in the formulation and evolution of economic theories and institutions; wealth and power: mercantilism; the liberal IPE perspective; the structuralist perspective; critical perspectives on IPE; IPE structures: production, finance, security, knowledge and technology; IMF, WB, OECD, WTO and the IPE of international finance and trade; the economics and politics of integration; the IPE of North and South; the IPE of transnational corporations; the new political economy: ‘Public Choice’ and ‘Regulation’; the future of IPE. TECON514 - Economic Policies of EU(3) The dynamics of integration in Europe, focusing on economic aspects; brief historical background; theoretical rationale of economic integration, ‘trade-creation’ and ‘trade-diversion’ effects; customs union in EEC; Maastricht Treaty and its contents; monetary union in EU; harmonization of economic and social policies of EU; economic relations of EU with other countries. TECON515 - Globalization & Economic Issues(3)


Analysis of the concept of globalization; historical evolution of globalization; different aspects of globalization; evaluation of economic globalization; perfect mobility of capital; North-South divergence in various economic indicators and development criteria; external-debt spiral of the South TECON516 - Public Finance(3) Fiscal theory and policy; nature, scope and role of the public sector in open economies; public goods, externalities, public revenue system, monopolies; budgeting and government expenditures; taxation and subsidies; effects of alternative tax systems on resource allocation, capital formation, income distribution and inflation; intergovernmental financial relations. TECON517 - Welfare Economics(3) Pareto-optimal allocation of resources; tax, subsidy and compensation criteria; social welfare function; efficiency and equity effects of taxes; macroeconomic theories of income distribution; measurement techniques of inequality; income redistribution policies; theory of ‘Public Choice’ ‘the Median-Voter Model’, Lindahl’s equilibrium; Wicksellian extensions, ‘the Calculus of Consent’; Theory of Regulation and the Capture Theory. Engineering Course Descriptons [Top of Page] Undergraduate Course Descriptions [Top of Page] CEN301 - Microprocessors (3,2)4 Basic computer organisation and design. Instruction and their use. Instruction formats. Addressing techniques. Assembler language with examples from microprocessors. Detailed examination of addressing, instruction execution, data representation and program coding and debugging. Interrupt concept and usage. (Prerequisite: ENG206) CEN302 - Structured Programming Languages (3,2)4 Introduction programming language design and implementation issues; language design and relation to compiler/interpreter design; block structured languages- block structure, scope, procedure mechanism, parameter passing, stack architecture. (Prerequisite: ENG102) CEN303 - Data Structures & Algorithms (3,2)4 The objective of this course is to provide an introduction to data structures and algorithms. Topics include: control flow, loops, recursion; elementary data structures (lists, stacks, queues) and their implementation via array and pointers; advanced sorting algorithms, linear sorting algorithms, binary trees , general trees and heaps. Elementary graph algorithms. (Prerequisite: ENG102) CEN304 - File Organisation & Access Methods (2,2)3 The methods of data representation in auxiliary memory. It covers several methods of data access for the sequential, indexed-sequential and direct types file organisation. Two advanced access methods considered are hashing and tree search. Implementation is based on programming exercises and small projects. CEN305 - Object Oriented Programming (2,2)3 Building on a prior knowledge of program design and data structures, this course covers object oriented design, including classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, and information hiding. Student will apply techniques using a modern object oriented implementation language. (Departmental consent) (Prerequisite: ENG203) CEN306 - Database Systems (3,2)4 This course introduces the basic principals of relational database systems, their structure and use. Topics covered include the use of entity relationship model in specifying a database; the relational model, and the translation of entity relationship; SQL and relational database design. CEN307 - Operating Systems (3,2)4 This course introduces the fundamentals concepts and structure of modern operating systems (as an example, MS DOS, LINUX, and Windows). Topics include CPU, memory, file and device management, distributed systems and group communication. Processes and their communication, scheduling methods and algorithms are in the implementation focus. Distributed operating systems and their resources are considered. File-service system and remote access.


CEN401 - Graduation Project I (2,2)3 The development of design skills and engineering judgement, based upon previous and current course and laboratory experience, is accomplished by participating in a design project. Projects are selected in areas of current interest in computer engineering. CEN402 - Graduation Project II (2,2)3 A continuation of CEN401 in which the design is implemented and demonstrated. This includes testing and demonstrating the performance and evaluation of results. (Prerequisite:CEN401) CEN403 - Software Design (2,2)3 Overview of software life cycle processes. Practical and theoretical topic including systems analysis and requirement specification, software design, implementation testing and maintenance. CEN410 - Computer Networks (3,0)3 Local Area Network. High-speed and bridged local area networks. Wide area networks. Internetworking. Open systems. CEN415 - Data Communication (3,0)3 Data communication networks and open system standards. The electrical interface. Data transmission. Protocol basics. Data link control protocols. CEN420 - Automata Theory & Formal Languages (3,0)3 Classification of automata and formal languages. Finite machines and regular events, context-free languages and machines with push-down memory, effectiveness, halting problem, unsolvability, undecidability, and Turing machines. CEN440 - Computer Hardware & Applications (3,0)3 An introduction to computer interfaces, including well-known digital and analogue interfacing, as well as industrial control circuits. Full discuss of the operation and interfacing of A/D and D/A converters. Sensors and transducers. A microcomputer-based industrial Process-control System. Robotics and Embedded Co

Enhancing Quality - Accreditations, Memberships & Affiliations - International Identity GAU is accredited, locally, by the Turkish Higher Education Council (YOK) and by YODAK, the Higher Education Council of Turkish Republic Northern Cyprus. The University is accredited by the IACBE, the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, the prime accrediting body for specialist business colleges and schools in the USA, and is an institutional member of the Society of Business Practitioners; a member of, the European Council of International Schools (ECIS), the European Council for Business Education (ECBE), the International Federation for Business Education (IFBE) and the International Award Association for young People (IAA). We are founder members of the American Educational Consortium (AEC) an international body formed to encourage and exchange information between international institutions offering education based on the American system.

GAU's programs are also accredited by the University Grants Commission of Pakistan, Iran and recognized by the Central Asian Countries.

We maintain these accreditations and memberships to continuously enhance the quality of the education we provide. The accrediting bodies monitor and confirm the quality of our education provision. It is our policy to conform to the requirements of the several relevant accrediting bodies and to seek accreditation from additional bodies as appropriate. Our professional memberships act as a forum for exchanging the latest ideas and innovations in the field of higher education. As a result of these initiatives our degrees and diplomas are routinely recognised for transfer by universities in the USA, Europe and elsewhere.


The Foundation English Program (FEP)

The medium of instruction at GAU is English. The FEP provides intensive English instruction to those students whose English is inadequate to follow degree courses. Students must either provide documentary evidence of having achieved an internationally recognised proficiency examination or take the GAU placement examination. If they score highly enough on the placement exam they can immediately sit for the proficiency exam. If they earn a C: or better in the proficiency exam they can immediately enter the degree program of their choice. Otherwise they will be assigned to an appropriate level as indicated by the placement exam. All students who complete the indicated level with a high enough score will be eligible to take the proficiency exam. Many students enter the program in level 2, 3 or 4 based on their previous experience with the language in their secondary and high school and they require only one or two semesters to complete the FEP. Other students might come late or enter the program in Level 1 and these may require more than 2 semesters to complete their FEP. Each student is considered on her or his own merits.The FEP courses do not carry any academic credits, but are prerequisites to entering into the degree programs.

There are up to eight levels covering the stages from beginner to upper intermediate. The levels are run as seven-week modules for three full semesters. At the end of each level there is a level examination, with its required minimum grade to be able to pass. A student in Level 4, with a passing grade of B+ or better will be eligible to take the Proficiency examination. Students passing level 5 with C+ or better also can take the proficiency exam. Those in Levels 6, 7, or 8 can take the Proficiency exam with a score of C-.

Associate Degrees Associate degrees are two-year courses for people who would prefer a shorter, more broadly based program of study. Vocational in their content and focus, Associate Degrees develop the transferable skills demanded by today’s employers, and also pave the way for further study at bachelor’s degree level whether that option is taken straight away or later in life. Students who successfully complete their ASc Degree Programs will be eligible to be admitted to the Bachelor Degree Programs if they complete the admissions process required. Typically, depending on the program, 60 credit hours are required to complete an ASc Degree. GAU offers ASc Degree Programs in the following fields of study: Business Administration with emphasis on: Accounting Banking and Finance Economics International Business Management

Marketing Public Relations Computer Information Systems Tourism and Hospitality Management


Bachelor Degrees Outline descriptions of the main bachelor degree program (undergraduate programs) offered by the University are summarized within this prospectus. Full details can be obtained from the GAU catalogue. The undergraduate program is designed to require 8 (14 weeks) semesters and will generally take four years to complete. However, students enrolling for the Summer Semester may complete their studies in less than four years. Typically, depending on the program, 128 credit hours are required to complete a Bachelor Degree Program. GAU offers BSc/BA Degree Programs in the following fields of study: Business Administration (BSc) with emphasis on: Accounting Banking and Finance E-commerce Economics Marketing Management Org. & Human Resources Management Computer Information Systems (BSc) International Relations (BSc) Public Relations Public Administration & Political Science (BSc) Tourism and Hospitality Management (BSc) Journalism and Broadcasting (BSc) English Language Teaching (BSc) Turkish Language and Literature Teaching (BSc) Computer and Instructional Tech. Teaching (BSc)

Computer Engineering (BSc) Electronic-Electrical Engineering (BSc) Industrial Engineering (BSc) Architecture (BArch) Graphic Design (BA) City Planning and Urban Design (BA) Interior Design (BA) Law (LLB) Information Systems Technology New for 2002! Fashion Design & Textiles New for 2002! Radio & Television New for 2002! Sports & Recreation New for 2002! Psychology New for 2002! Multimedia New for 2002!

The Post-Graduate programs at Girne American University offer courses at master’s level in its Graduate School. Students wishing to undertake postgraduate studies are accepted to the postgraduate program according to their level of success at undergraduate level, and an assesment by their prospective faculty. English language competence at least to a level equivalent to TOEFL 550 will need to be demonstrated. If the student cannot present suitable documentary evidence an in-house GAU test will be offered.

The postgraduate programs at GAU are specifically designed for the working student. Although students may pursue a full-time masters program, the classes are scheduled to be convenient for the working student. Classes are generally scheduled in the evening in a three-semester format (fall, spring and summer). Normally, students can plan to complete in 2 years. GAU offers MBA, MSc, MArch and MA Degree Programs in the following fields of study:


Business Administration (MBA) with emphasis on: Business Management Financial Management E-commerce International Business Management Marketing Computer Information Systems (MBA) Construction Management (MSc/MArch) Architecture (MArch)

International Relations & Political Science (MSc) International Business Law (LLM) English Language Teching (MA) Interior Design (MA) Turkish Language and Literature (MA) Education (without thesis) (MA) Education and Curriculum (MA)

M.S Program in Economics:

Core Courses TECON500 Research Methods TECON501 Microeconomic Analysis TECON502 Macroec onomic Analysis TECON503 Economic Thought TECON504 International Economics TECON505 Econometrics Elective Courses TECON511 Economic Development TECON512 Turkish Economy TECON513 International Political Economy TECON514 Economic Policies of EU TECON515 Globalization & Economics Issues TECON516 Public Finance TECON517 Welfare Economics Summer school The Summer Semester is arranged mainly to help students wishing to improve their grades and also for those who wish to accelerate their progress. Turkish students should note, however, the limitations placed by YOK regulations on the minimum time required for the completion of degree programs. It is in the student’s interest to ensure that his/her Dean is aware of any Summer course requirements before the end of the previous semester in order that efforts can be made to meet those needs. Tuition & Fees Bachelor and Associate Degree Programs (Undergraduate) for one Academic Year: Foundation English Programs 3,200 Euros Associate Degree Programs 3,200 Euros Bachelor Degree Programs 3,200 Euros Registration fee 345 Euros 3% VAT will be included in above fees One academic year consists of Fall and Spring semesters. Tuition fees are paid full in advance. Summer semester is not compulsory; tuition will be paid per course during the summer semester.


Post Graduate Programs: Master Programs 340 Euros / Course Registration fee 345 Euros PhD Programs 800 Euros / course Registration fee 800 Euros 3% VAT will be included in above fees Postgraduate students must take at least 3 courses per semester. Payment is per course. GAU dormitories (Male and Female): 1,300 Euros to 2,000 Euros per academic year. 300 Euros deposit must also be paid. Electricity, water and 300 Euros deposit is not included in this amount.Dormitory fees for the academic year can be paid in two installments. 300 Euros deposit is refundable at the end of one academic year as long as there has been no damage occurred and the dormitory fees have been fully paid by the student. If a student decides to leave the dormitory before one academic year, the student will lose the 300 Euros deposit plus be charged for the WHOLE academic year. Transfer Requirements An international student, who has completed at least one semester of an equivalent program at another university, may apply for transfer to a program at GAU. Such an application will be sympathetically considered. A student may be exempted from courses in his/her chosen program at GAU, on the basis of having completed equivalent coursework at the other institution. Decisions concerning equivalence and comparability will be made by the relevant department at GAU. Only courses of grade C and above can be considered for transfer. A student is required to complete at least one quarter of the total course load requirement at GAU to be considered for a GAU diploma.

Girne American University welcomes the applications via email, fax, post or if convenient in person. The formal academic year starts at the beginning of October (Fall intake). However, entry in February (Spring intake) and July (Summer intake) is also possible. Application Process and Required Documents: 1-) Completed application form. 2-) Original or certified copies of all secondary (12 years) and post-secondary school diplomas and transcripts. International students must also present certified English translations of all documents. 3-) Copy of passport. 4-) Bank reference letter of €5,000. 5-) Tuition deposit of 1 academic year’s fee, €3,200. 6-) Evidence of English Competence (if available, if not students will be tested upon arival). Required scores; TOEFL Undergraduate minimum 500 (173) or IELTS 6.0 TOEFL Graduate minimum 550 (213) or IELTS 6.5 Documents must be in English or have legally attested translations. At this stage original documents are not essential. Faxed copies are acceptable. If your papers are in order we will post, fax or email you a “Provisional Acceptance Letter” asking you to make your tuition deposit of €3,200. Tuition deposit should be paid into; Bank Name: Turkey Is Bank (Kyrenia Branch) Account Name: Girne American University Account Number: 8349009 (Euros account) Sort Code: 6810 Swift Code: IS BK TR IS and immediately fax us a copy of the receipt. In return, we will post, fax or email you a formal “Acceptance Letter” which you need to obtain your visa with. Please note that this deposit is non-


refundable once we have issued your formal Acceptance Letter. Tuition deposit of €3,200 will be credited to your account and will contribute towards your tuition fees. Upon arrival, you will be asked to pay €345 registration fee and 3% VAT. All flights to North Cyprus conduct via Turkey, therefore you are required to obtain a Turkish transit visa from the nearest Turkish Embassy or Turkish Consulate. When you have obtained your Turkish transit visa you are free to travel to North Cyprus to register at GAU. Note that you must fly to North Cyprus via Turkey. Book your flight via Istanbul to Ercan Airport in North Cyprus. Upon Arrival You Must Bring With You: 1-) All the original documents and attested translations copied to us in your initial application. You can’t be registered on the basis of copies. 2-) 12 passport photos. 3-) Sufficient funds to pay for your registration fee and living costs, including accommodation. You should also ensure that you have reserve funds for your flight home.

You will discover the Girne American University campus nestling under the splendour of the Besparmak Mountain range in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It lies on a plateau overlooking the Mediterranean sea. Girne American University is an important international seat of learning. Here you will find a special atmosphere. Wander with fellow students around the campus as they go about their daily lives. You will enter the campus and meander through the landscaped gardens, past the water fountain. Ahead of you lies the main academic building; a bright, modern structure, reflecting the fact that GAU is equipped for the future. Inside you will find the latest in educational technology in its Laboratories and Library. Internet, modern Computer equipment, a Radio Station and Satellite technology are the norm. Stop to talk with the Undergraduates, Graduates, or distinguished Professors. They will tell you about the pioneering programmes offered by GAU, making this a University with a future, for the future. Join one of the lectures, in comfortable and airy classrooms, or interact with students across the world through GAU Educational Programmes. Join your friends in the Campus refectory, visit the Bookshop, or sign up for one of the many clubs or sporting activities. Use the Gymnasium, or take one of the numerous University service buses into the main town of Girne for shopping, for walking around the ancient and picturesque fishing harbour, or stopping for a break in one of the many bars or restaurants. The atmosphere in both the town and at the Campus is conducive to achieving your own goal of self-improvement a calm, relaxing, yet vibrant community where things happen. Somewhere, someplace is the study "home" for you. Here, in Northern Cyprus, we know it’s GAU! Computer Technology The infrastructure of our computer system allows both administrative/academic staff and student to access the most up to date technology. Our system is designed to fulfill the needs of all aspects of computer technology. Laboratory and Studios Our University has the following Computer & Electronic Laboratories. All Computers have internet access. We have both direct satellite and Lease Line (Back-up) Internet Connection. There are 4 separate Studios for Architect, Interior Design, and Graphic Design Students. GAU FM 105.7 "GAU FM" transmits on frequency 105.7 FM. Our 24 hr. non-stop transmission fulfils variety of music for all our listeners. Enjoy the entertainment of this exclusive service, designed by students, for students.


Cinema / Conference Room A conference hall designed for multipurpose use with videoconference facilities, Dolby Digital Sound System and video/data projection system. Fully air conditioned. It can accommodate 150 people. Library Girne American University library is housed conveniently within the main Campus. It is organised as a lending and research library with open stacks allowing free access to the collection. There is a book collection of over 25,000 volumes, providing support to the programmes of the four faculties of the University and to the Foundation English School. The number of volumes is increased every year by regular book purchases, based upon the recommendations of the faculty. The more formal book collection is supplemented by an "easy reader" section that gives students access to easier English texts, mostly fiction, that they can use to improve their English. The library also subscribes to 70 journals. The catalogues of other Universities are available to ease inter-library loans. There is a small and growing collection of CD-ROM available which includes: "Books in Print Plus" and the journal catalogues, Ulrich’s Plus that eases the ordering of books and journals. A range of encyclopaedias, dictionaries, atlases and an archive journal collection (i.e. National Geographic magazine) are also available on CD-ROMs. Automation The GAU library system is computerised and uses Bilkent University's BLISS-PC computer package. This allows us to comply with international standards as the package employs the MARC format (machine readable catalogue) standard cataloguing system. It is based on AACR2 (Anglo American Cataloguing Rules) The University can now transfer selected bibliographic data from CD-ROMs to its library program and merge data with the original cataloguing. This bibliographic data is produced using Library of Congress (LC) or Online Computer Library Centre (OCLC) standards. The program has several modules including Cataloguing, Circulation and Search. These modules combine to make the use and management of the library much simpler for both library users and staff.

Computers and Internet There are 32-computers in the Internet lab attached to the library for students use. Locating this lab within the library means that the computers are available to student in "unsocial" hours when the rest of the University is closed. All computers have CD-ROM drivers, which can be used for the CD-ROM collection in the library as well as students' own discs. Students are very enthusiastic in their use of this world-wide information service. Library staff are available to assist students in their searches. Online Databases Girne American University library has drawn up agreements with the other universities in North Cyprus and with selected universities in Turkey, USA and UK. These are mostly for full text of published magazines and journals. Specific article requests are serviced by using: Inter Library Loan, Tubitak-Ulakbim, and the British Library Document Supply Centre.

Reserved Book Collection There is small collection of current course books, and rare books in the librarian’s office that is reserved for faculty use. Students also can also borrow these books for overnight loan only. Journals Journals represent the most up-to-date coverage of research and developments in related subjects. It is very important that the University library supports an active subscription policy as strongly as possible to answer the needs of users. Currently some 70 journals are on subscription in the library. There is an irregular journal stock as well resulting largely from donations made by faculty.

Services Two photocopy machines are available within the library. These have a card payment system which requires students to purchase magnetic cards in order to make use of the photocopiers. As the library has limited resources, the photocopying facilities enable the library to retain essential reading material within library and thus be available for more readers. The seating capacity of library is 115.The library is open Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 20:00, Saturday: 09:00 – 14:00. The library is staffed by the Chief Librarian, Mehmet Sebep, plus two assistants


Accommodation GAU DORMITORIES (MALE) :Each apartment comprises of 3 bedrooms and can accommodate up to five students.(Electric and water are included in the accommodation fee.) Double Room $1100 Dormitory fees for the academic year can be paid in two installments. There is a refundable $350 deposit charge for the dormitories, whereupon an agreement is signed. If a student decides to vacate his/her dormitory before the academic year has ended, their deposit cannot be refunded and they will be charged for the full fees for that academic year. Communication Centre Two photocopy machines are available within the communication centre.. These have a card payment system which requires students to purchase magnetic cards in order to make use of the photocopiers. Also two PC’s with Scanners and color - black & white printers are in students use. Guidance and Counselling The Guidance and Counselling Unit is presently being formed under the Office of Student Dean. Sports Facilities and Activities 1The wonderful climate in Northern Cyprus means that our students can enjoy sporting and cultural activities for most of the year under the blue Mediterranean sky. There are many opportunities for water-sports, as well as Campus facilities. GAU is renowned for its success in competitive sports. Clubs include tennis, basketball, volleyball, table-tennis, body-building, ballet, gymnastics, scuba-diving, swimming, horse-riding, mountaineering and wind-surfing. Shuttle Services The Karmi Campus of GAU is found at Karaoglanoglu, a few kilometres from our “University Town” of Girne. The University bus service is on constant rotation from Girne, and from the dormitories in the Town Centre, to the University. This service for students runs every half an hour.

Student Council The GAU Student Council is formed at the beginning of each year through elections. Its prime function is to represent students both internally and externally, and to serve as a bridge between the University administration and the student population. Social, cultural and sports clubs are attached to the Student Association and its activities. Student Clubs Sports and culture clubs within the university; Track & Fields, Snooker, Darts, Football, Handball Horse Riding, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Body Building, Chess, Swimming, Scuba Diving, Basketball Tracking, Wrestling, Folk Dance, Theatre, Music

Sport ClubsUp Social and Student Clubs The Achievements

Volleyball Basketball Table Tennis Handball Athletics Darts Folk Dances Tennis Football Chess Taekwondo Fencing

Achievements with Some Photos


There are twenty three Sport Clubs at Girne American University.These are; Basketball Handball Tennis

Volleyball Chees

Taekwondo Scuba-Diving Horse Riding

Snooker Track & Fields Wind Surfing

Beach Volleyball

Darts Table Tennis Swimming

Body Building Tracking

Ballet Fencing

Wrestling Football

Gymnastic Beach Handball

There are eleven Social and Academic Clubs at Girne American University.These are;

There are fourteen Students Clubs at Girne American University.These are; [Top of Page]

Folk Dance Club Theatre and Literature Club

Tourism & Travel Club Information Technology Club

Music Club Newspaper Club

GAU Search & Rescue Club Radio and TV Club

Fashion & Creation Club Environment Club

Cinema & Video Club

Handball Basketball Volleyball

Table Tennis Darts

Swimming Criket

Horse Riding Underwater Diver

Chees Fencing

Beach Handball Beach Volleyball Beach Football

The achievements of our clubs are as follows;

VOLLEYBALL: [Top of Page] 2000 Second Prize in Prime Minister’s Volleyball Cup Tournament 2000 Second Prize in Federation’s Volleyball Cup Tournament 2000 Third Prize in Stars’ League Cup Tournament (Woman) 2001 First Prize in Stars’ League Cup Tournament (Woman) 2001 Third Prize in Stars’ League Cup Tournament (Men) 2001 Second Prize in Prime Minister’s Volleyball CupTournament (Woman) 2002-2003 First Prize Stars’ League Cup Tournament (Woman) 2002-2003 First Price Young League Cup Tournament (Woman)

BASKETBALL: [Top of Page] 1999-2000 Second Prize in Prime Minister’s Basketball Cup Tournament (Men) 2000-2001 Second Prize in Prime Minister’s Basketball Cup Tournament (Men) 2000 Third Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Basketball Cup Tournament (Men) 2002-2003 Third Prize in Universities Sport Activities Basketball Cup Tournament (Woman)

TABLE TENNIS: [Top of Page] 1999 Second Prize in III. Universities Sport Activities Table Tennis Cup Tournament 1999-2000 Third Prize in Table Tennis League Cup Tournament 1999 Third Prize in III. Universities Sport Activities Table Tennis Cup Tournament (Men) 2000 Second Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Table Tennis Cup Tournament (Woman) 2000-2001 Second Prize in Mukavemet Rice of Table Tennis Cup Tournament (Woman) 2000-2001 Third Prize in Mukavemet Rice Of Table Tennis Cup Tournament (Men) 2000-2001 Second Prize in Municipality Of Lefkosa Table Tennis Cup Tournament 2002-2003 First Prize in Stars League Table Tennis Tournament Cup 2002-2003 First Prize in Young League Table Tennis Tournament Cup 2002-2003 Third Prize in Federation Cup (Men)


HANDBALL: Stars League of Men and Woman [Top of Page] 1998-1999 First Prize in Stars’League Cup Tournament (Men) 1999-2000 First Prize in Stars’ League Cup Tournament (Men) 1999-2000 Third Prize in Stars’ League Cup Tournament (Woman) 2002-2003 Third Prize in Stars League Cup Tournament (Woman) 2002-2003 Third Prize in Stars League Cup Tournament (Men)

Youngs League of Men and Woman 1998-1999 First Prize in Youngs League Cup Tournament (Men) 1999-2000 Second Prize in Youngs League Cup Tournament (Men) 1999-2000 Third Prize in Youngs League Cup Tournament (Woman) 2000-2001 First Prize in Youngs League Cup Tournament (Men) 2001-2002 First Prize in Youngs League Cup Tournament (Men) 2002-2003 Second Prize in Youngs League Cup Tournament (Woman)

Professionals League of Men 1998-1999 Third Prize in Federation Professionals League Cup Tournament 1999-2000 Second Prize in Ministery of Sport Handball Cup Tournament 1999-2000 Third Prize in Federation Cup Tournament 1999 Special Prize in K.T.S.Y.D. the Best Team all the Year 1999 The Prize in Republican Cup Tournament 2000-2001 Third Prize in Federation Cup Tournament 2000-2001 Third Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Cup Tournament

ATHLETICS: [Top of Page] 1999 Third Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Cup Tournament 2000 Third Prize in Athletics Leauge Cup Tournament (Woman) 2001 Second Prize In Athletics Leauge Cup Tournament (Woman) 2001 Second Prize in Athletics Cup Tournament (Woman) 2002 Third Prize in V. Universities Sport Tournament (Men) 2003 Third Prize in VI. Universities Sport Tournament (Woman)

DARTS: [Top of Page] 1997-1998 First Prize in Darts Cup Tournament 1998-1999 Second Prize in Darts Cup Tournament 2002 Third Prize in V. Universities Sport Tournament (Men) 2003 Third Prize in VI. Universities Sport Activities Tournament (Woman)

FOLK DANCES: [Top of Page] 1999 Second Prize in II. Universities Sport Activities Folk Dance Tournament 1999 Third Prize in III. Universities Sport Activities Folk Dance Tournament 2000 Third Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Folk Dance Tournament 2001 Third Prize in V. Universities Sport Activities Folk Dance Tournament 2004 Third Prize in VI. Universities Sport Activities Folk Dance Tournament

TENNIS: [Top of Page] 1998 Second Prize in II. Universities Sport Activities Tennis Tournament 1998 Third Prize in II. Universities Sports Activities Tennis Tournament 2000 Second Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Tennis Tournament (Woman) 2000 Third Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Tennis Tournament (Men) 2003 Second Prize in VI. Universities Sport Activities Tennis Tournament (Woman) 2003 Third Prize in VI. Universities Sport Activities Tennis Tournament (Men)

FOOTBALL: [Top of Page] 2000 Third Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Football Tournament 2001-2002 Third Prize in V. Universities Sport Activities Football Tournament 2001-2002 Second Prize in V. Universities Sport Activities Sallon Football Tournament

CHEES: [Top of Page] 1998 Third Prize in II. Universities Sport Activities Chees Tournament 1999 First Prize in III. Universities Sport Activities Chees Tournament 2001 Second Prize in IV. Universities Sport Activities Chees Tournament 2002 Third Prize in V. Universities Sport Activities Chees Tournament 2003 Third Prize in VI. Universities Sport Activities Chees Tournament


TAEKWONDO: [Top of Page] 2001 Second Prize in Presidency Taek wondo Cup Tournament (Generally Class) 2001 Second Prize in Aikido Tournament 2001 First Prize in Presidency Aikido Cup Tournament 2001 Third Prize in Presidency Taekwondo Cup Tournament 2001 Second Prize in Presidency Judo Cup Tournament 2001 Third Prize in Presidency Karate Cup Tournament 2001 Third Prize in Prime Ministery Cup Tournament 2001 Third Prize In General Assembly Cup Tournament 2002 Second Prize in HYDNE Young’s Team Cup Tournament

FENCING: [Top of Page] 2003 Third Prize in Turkey Universities Sport Tournament (Men Foil) 2003 Third Prize in Turkey Universities Sport Tournament (Men Foil Team)

GAU is a truly global institution withstudents from 45 different countries. At GAU there is no discrimination on who you are or where you come from.

At GAU we offer our students the chance of a dual degree in partnership with one of our worldwide partners. We have GAU campuses, branches and affiliations offering these dual degree programmes in the USA, the UK, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan and India. We are continually striving to increase the number of GAU campuses, branches, and affiliations worldwide and have plans for Singapore, Hong Kong, Mauritius and Dubai and many other countries.

AFGHANISTAN 5

ALBENIA 2

AUSTRIA 3

AZERBAIJAN 3

BANGLADESH 12

BELARUSSIA 30

BULGARIA 2

CHINA 9

EGYPT 3

ESTONIA 3

GERMANY 3

INDIA 10

IRAN 91

ISRAEL 2

JORDAN 12

KAZAKSHTAN 10

KYRGYZSTAN 9

LEBANON 10

LETONIA

LIBYA 1

LITHUANIA 2

MACEDONIA 2

MAURITIUS 2


MOROCCO 3

MYNAMAR 2

NEPAL 9

NIGERIA 6

PAKISTAN 16

PALESTINE 14

PHILIPPINES

RUSSIA 6

SINGAPORE 2

SOUTH AFRICA 3

SOUTH KOREA

SRI LANKA 16

SUDAN 12

SWITZERLAND 3

SYRIA 6

TRNC 466

TUNUSIA 3

TURKEY 2447

UAE 6

UKRAINE 3

UNITED KINGDOM 16

USA 6

UYGUR 6

UZBEKISTAN 3

VIETNAM 20

YEMEN 2

This information is based on nationality analysis on October 2004.

History

Cyprus, located in the far south-eastern corner of the Mediterranean Sea, only 44 miles from Turkey, 64 from Syria and 211 miles from Egypt, it lies on the frontier between Europe and Asia, Christianity and Islam the island lies, always been a much desired paradise since the beginning of time. The Phoenicians (towards 1500 BC), Achaeans (towards 1000 BC) colonized it, followed by the Assyrians (709-663), the Egyptians (560-540) and the Persians. Cyprus stays independent during nearly all of the 4th century. Under the reign of Evagoras prosperity builds up. The Persians re-conquer it in 370 B.C., and in 333 B.C. Cyprus city states joins Alexander the Great. Following the death of Alexander, Antigonus and Polemy of Egypt fight over Cyprus, until Caton annexes the island which becomes a Roman province in 58 B.C. Splits into two (330 B.C.), Cyprus belongs to the Eastern Roman Empire governed from Constantinople, ancestor of the Byzantine Empire. In 1191, Richard I of England conquers the island, sells it to the Knights Templar, who unable to control the Cypriots, sells it to the ancient King of Jerusalem; Guy de Louisianan. The Venetians triumph over the Louisianan dynasty in 1489, but in 1570 the Ottoman Turks, steadily increasing their power in the eastern Mediterranean, conquer the island. The Ottoman Turks encourage the Orthodox Church restoring their privileges abolished by the Louisianans and Venetians. Ottoman administration lasts 300 years. In the aftermath of the Turk-Russian war of 1878 Cyprus is leased to the British as part of a defense treaty between the British and the Ottomans. With the advent of the First World War, when the Ottomans sides with the Germans against the British the island is annexed to Britain in a retaliatory move. In 1925 the young Turkish Republic recognizes the British claims over the island and so Cyprus becomes a British colony. Under British Rule, the island saw a lot of communal strife between the Turkish and Greek


Cypriots who were the cohabitants of the island. Finally in 1960 after long negotiations both in London and Zurich the island gained its independence as a Republic State. Notwithstanding the sharing of power did not stop the disagreement between the two communities. An armed conflict erupted in December 1963 that brought on the division of the island in series of events the most important of which took palace in 1974. Then the supports of Enosis (the union of the island with Greece) aided and abetted the Greek Army elements toppled Makarios in an attempt to unify Cyprus with Greece. Turkey reacted and within one week using is right under the Treaty of Guarantee sent its force the crash the safety of the Turkish Cypriots, hence the division of the island. Now the Turkish Cypriots are located in the Northern part of the islands and the Greek Cypriots in the Southern part. Negotiations have been carried out under the auspices of the UN and the UN Secretary General is personally supervising the negotiations through his representatives. The objective of the said negotiations is to establish the grounds for an overall settlement that will safeguard the interest of the both communities.

Traditions and Customs

The traditions and customs of a society can best be observed in ceremonies and on special occasions. Between the Turkish Cypriot community, some of these are wedding ceremonies, feast days (Ramazan), birth, children’s starting to school , etc. Another important characteristic of the Turkish Cypriot is their hospitality. In the past, the importance of the guest was proportional with their social status and their age. Serving the guests usually started with coffee or sherbets, especially those of honey, rose and carob. Fruit paste serving was also of importance.

Folk Dances

The Turkish Cypriot people do their folk-dances at the ceremonious occassions such as marriages, harvest days, etc. These dances are generally played in the following sequence; meeting dances, henkerchief dances, “zeybek” dance, women dances, dramatic dances, and butcher dances. Meeting dances are made up of women and men meetings. The women’s dances are generally slower in tempo.

Traditional Hand Crafts Yemeni (Traditional Head Scarf): Yemeni was widely worn by Turkish Cypriot woman. It was a symbol of richness. The material for Yemeni was produced at home by using thin cotton thread and was finely decorated with pretty symbols of flowers, leaves, and branches. The edges were sown with various motifs. Lace-Work of Lefkara: This is one of the most important handicrafts of Cyprus. The linen that is to be worked on is first tied and stretched on a pillow. Different techniques like cutting out and sewing in shapes are used to decorate the final product. After the motifs are completed, an arch is sewed all around the lace. In the past, they mainly used for personal use. Currently, they are produced mainly for economical purposes, and are sold to the tourists. Hesap Works: Hesap works were produced both for economical and personal use. This name is given to these works because while decorating them with different motifs, each strand is counted one by one. Silk Works: One of the most widely used handcrafts in Cyprus was the use of silkworm cocoons. After carefully removing the silkworm in them, the holeless cocoon was used in either picture works or in decorating dresses. Pictures were worked on white, black, or claret red colored Japanese linen. Plant Knitting; It is the name given to the use of the leaves ir thin branches of plants, as they are or by cutting them into thin ribbons , in different ways. Mesarya and Karpaz regions are the main regions where plant knitting is practiced.

Nature & Climate

North Cyprus is a coastal region which has not been affected by environmental pollution and which has got the cleanest air and sea. This clean environment is not only inhabited by people but is also


choosennesting ground by Caretta-caretta sea turtles and temporary homes for the 250 kinds of migrant birds by the hundreds. North Cyprus is famous for it's wild plants spread all around the island out of the 30 kinds of orchids, 7 of them are found only in Cyprus. During the autumn season the whole island is covered with orange and lemon flowers. It's possible to (take a) swim in the sea starting from mid-may throught to mid-november, since the sea temperature is approximately 21.7 °C for 7 months.

Months January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

Temperature °C

18 19 21 23 27 30 36 36 32 28 24 17

Rainy Days 12 8 7 4 4 1 0 0 1 6 11 12 Water °C Temperature

16 17 17

Important Informations

Car Rental:

Car rental prices are very reasonable. An international driving license is sufficient to rent a car. Cypriots drive on the left just as the British do, traffic signs are also international. Roads, in general, are in a good state. Wearing a seat- belt is compulsory.

Currency:

North Cyprus Currency is the Turkish Lira (TL). Pounds as well as travelers cheques are accepted in banks, hotels and exchange offices. Most of the credit cards are accepted in international hotels, in some restaurants and shops. There are no limits for foreign currencies brought to the island.

Electricity:

240 Volt.

Entry Requirements:

Turkish transit visa is required for some country citizens. North Cyprus has no visa regulations.

How To Get There:

By Plane: North Cyprus has direct air links only with Turkey, where all planes from the rest of the world must first touch down. From Turkey, you can choose from a number of scheduled flights from Istanbul to Ercan Airport in North Cyprus. However it is advised for you to book your Istanbul- Ercan flight from Turkish Airlines before departing from your country.

Language:

The official language in North Cyprus is Turkish. English is commonly spoken.

Shopping:

Shopping in North Cyprus is very enjoyable. Salesmen are welcoming but discreet. Objects made of copper, silver, bronze and onyx, Turkish dolls, meerschaum pipes and tavla boards are easily found in souvenir shops. Gold jewellery, leather clothes and textiles are sold at reasonably cheap prices. Prices being fixed there is no bargaining in Cyprus. The majority of shops are open between 8 am - 1 pm and 3.30 pm to 8 pm, except the market places which are open only in the mornings. Unlike other


Mediterranean countries, Cypriot craftwork, apart from potteries, is not intended for tourists. You will need to look for them in specialized shops.

Telephone:

Dial 00 90 392 followed by your number in Cyprus. (Town codes: Girne (Kyrenia) 81; Gazimagusa (Famagusta) 36; Lefkosa (Nicosia) 22).

Transportation:

Taxi prices are reasonable despite the fact that there are no counters. Ask for the price before departure. There is also a collective-taxi system mainly using minibuses. Bus departures are frequent between big and smaller towns during the day. However the departure times are not fixed. Public transport service is reduced after 5 pm and during the week-end.

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