BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
ENM4102 | Knowledge Management | Spring Fall |
3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi DİDEM YILDIZ |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | Developing a basic understanding of the importance of knowledge as a resource in organisations. Identifying and applying approaches in managing individual, group and organisational level knowledge processes. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; The students who have succeeded in this course will be able to - Apply theories and practice of knowledge and intellectual capital management; - Understand importance of knowledge management process on business and economy; - Formulate action plans for knowledge intensive organisations; - Distinguish industrial management era and knowledge management era; - Analyse characteristics of knowledge intensive organisations. |
During the course theories and applications in knowledge management will be discussed. Knowledge management concept and its effect on organisations and economy will be explained. Effect of technological improvements and their relationship with knowledge management will be covered. Course will be supported via business cases that will be discussed in class. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction, Course Overview, Knowledge Management Concept | N/A |
2) | Foundations of Knowledge Management | Textbooks and presentations |
3) | Technology and Knowledge Management | Textbooks and presentations |
4) | The Knowledge Creation Process | Textbooks and presentations |
5) | Knowledge as a Strategic Asset | Textbooks and presentations |
6) | Knowledge based organisations | Textbooks and presentations |
7) | Developing a knowledge strategy | Textbooks and presentations |
8) | Knowledge management tools and portals | Textbooks and presentations |
9) | Evaluation of Knowledge Management effectiveness: Tools and metrics | Textbooks and presentations |
10) | Networks and Social Capital | Textbooks and presentations |
11) | Innovation and Knowledge Management | Textbooks and presentations |
12) | Leadership and Knowledge Management | Textbooks and presentations |
13) | Managing Knowledge Workers | Textbooks and presentations |
14) | Global issues in knowledge management | Textbooks and presentations |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | North, K.; Kumta, G. (2014): Knowledge Management: Value Creation Through Organizational Learning. Springer. Jashopara A (2011), Knowlegde Management: An integrated approach, 2ed, Prentice Hall Davenport, Thomas H. & Prusak, Laurence(2000). Working Knowledge: How Organizations Manage What They Know. Boston, MA: Harvard Business School Press. |
References: | Yok- N/A |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 1 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | 10 | % 20 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 70 |
Homework Assignments | 10 | 30 |
Midterms | 1 | 3 |
Final | 1 | 3 |
Total Workload | 148 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Being able to identify problems and ask right questions | |
2) | Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude | |
3) | Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail | |
4) | Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education | |
5) | Applying theoretical concepts in project planning | |
6) | Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork | |
7) | Increasing efficiency rate in business environment | |
8) | Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty | |
9) | Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business | |
10) | Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding | |
11) | Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology | |
12) | Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life | |
13) | Possessing managing skills and competence | |
14) | Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations | |
15) | Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment |