ENM2005 Management and OrganizationBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs MANAGEMENT ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementBologna CommissionNational Qualifications
MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ENM2005 Management and Organization Fall 3 0 3 6

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. CİHANGİR GÜMÜŞTAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to provide students with the basic elements that affect organizational success and the role of managers in making businesses successful. Students will gain the knowledge and skills to analyze how organizations are positioned in the external environment, the effects of their internal structures and human resources practices on performance. The course also examines how leaders develop strategies for success, how they shape organizational structures and social relationships, and aims to develop students' strategic thinking and management skills. In this context, the course aims to help students:

Identify common barriers that prevent high performance,

Adapt to changes in the external environment of organizations,

Develop their management and leadership skills and take on more active roles in organizations.

In particular, it is aimed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills that will enable them to work effectively in organizations not only in the field of business management but also in different career paths.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Perform external environmental analysis, evaluate industry trends, competitive forces, economic conditions and technological developments in which organizations operate.

Develop effective organizational strategies and align these strategies with the organization's goals and external environment.

Have in-depth knowledge of different organizational structures and analyze the effects of these structures on performance and productivity.

Evaluate human resources practices, analyze the effectiveness of recruitment, selection, training and performance management processes.

Improve management and leadership skills, and increase their ability to motivate, inspire and direct employees.

Identify and analyze real-life management problems and relate theoretical knowledge to practical solution suggestions.

Manage strategic planning, organizational structure design, motivation and control processes with a holistic approach.

Have the equipment to work effectively in complex organizations and assume leadership roles.

Course Content

Management Concept and Historical Development: Evolution of management thought, historical perspective of management theories.

Management Environment: Analysis of the external environment in which organizations operate; the impact of economic, technological, social and political factors.

Strategic Planning and Management: Determination of organizational goals, strategy development process and creating competitive advantage.

Business Level Strategies: Differentiation, cost leadership and focus strategies.

Organizational Structure and Design: Organizational structures, distribution of authority and responsibility, centralization and decentralization.

Human Resources Management and Diversity Management: Recruitment, selection, training and performance management; importance and management of diversity in the workforce.

Motivation Theories and Applications: Employee motivation, need theories and motivation strategies.

Control Process: Organizational performance measurement, developing corrective measures.

Real World Applications: Case studies from real organizations and practical evaluation of management processes.

Industry Analysis and Market Research: Sector evaluation with Porter's Five Forces and PEST analyses.

Manager Interviews and Practical Observations: Analyzing real-life management experiences.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Management and Organization Concept What is management? What is organization? Management functions.
2) Historical Development of Management Thought Classical, Neoclassical and Modern management theories.
3) Management Environment and External Environment of Organizations External environmental factors: economic, technological, socio-cultural influences.
4) Strategic Planning and Goal Setting Strategic management process, vision and mission concepts.
5) Competitive Strategies Michael Porter's competitive strategies: cost leadership, differentiation, etc. Textbook and presentations
6) Porter's 5 Forces and Industry Analysis Textbook & presentations
7) Organizational Structure and Design Organizational charts, types of structures, authority and responsibility. Textbook & presentations
8) Midterm Exam: Evaluation of the topics covered so far. Textbook & Presentations
9) Motivation Theories Basic motivation approaches such as Maslow, Herzberg, McGregor. Textbook & presentations
10) Motivation and Modern Approaches to Motivation Self-determination theory, goal-setting theory, expectancy theory and current approaches. Textbook & presentations
11) Leadership and Management Concept of leadership, leadership styles and theories. Textbook & presentations
12) Control Process and Performance Management Organizational control process, performance indicators and corrective measures. Textbook & presentations
13) Term Project Presentations Presentation of field studies and sectoral analyses.
14) Term Project Presentations Presentation of field studies and sectoral analyses.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Management, 15th Edition
Yazarlar: Stephen P. Robbins, Mary Coulter

Yayınevi: Pearson (2024)

ISBN: 978-1-292-45409-5
References: Management, 15th Edition
Authors: Stephen P. Robbins, Mary Coulter

Publisher: Pearson (2024)

ISBN: 978-1-292-45409-5

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 5
Presentation 1 % 10
Project 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 25
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Presentations / Seminar 1 12 12
Project 1 24 24
Midterms 1 24 24
Final 1 36 36
Total Workload 138

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 3
3) Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.)
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering management practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering management problems.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently. 5
7) Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. 4
8) Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself.
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. 4
10) Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 4
11) Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Develop effective and efficient managerial skills. 5