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| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| BA4003 | Communication Skills I | Spring | 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 : | Prof. Dr. ÜMİT EROL |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | This couse aims at introducing students with the different aspects and methods of interpersonal and business communication (including verbal interactions, nonverbal cues, and even using technology to maximize impact). |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Upon successful completion of this course, the enrolled students will: -Recognize and describe various communication styles. -Understand building an effective verbal and nonverbal communication. -Demonstrate proper techniques when using writing as a communication tool. -Understands techniques for an effective group communication. -Understand the importance of communication in global business life. -Understand the importance and ways of using technological tools in interpersonal and business communication -Describe communication strategies to resolve disagreements and conflicts. |
| Recognizing and Understanding Communication Styles, Verbal Communication, Nonverbal Communication , Communicating in Writing, Group Communication, Communications Technology, Barriers to Communication, Cultural Aspects of Communication, Disagreements and Conflicts, Negotiation |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Recognizing and Understanding Communication Styles | |
| 2) | Verbal Communication | |
| 3) | Non Verbal Communication | |
| 4) | Communication through Writing | |
| 5) | Cultivating Conversational Skills | |
| 6) | Communication in A Global World | |
| 7) | Using Technological Tools | |
| 8) | Midterm Examination | |
| 9) | Barriers to Communication | |
| 10) | Communication among Different Cultures | |
| 11) | Disagreement and Conflict Resolving | |
| 12) | Negotiation Techniques | |
| 13) | Case Study | |
| 14) | Case Study |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Various handouts |
| References: | Various handouts |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Homework Assignments | 3 | % 15 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 45 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 55 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 45 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 16 | 64 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | 10 |
| Final | 1 | 15 |
| Total Workload | 141 | |
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | To be able to examine, interpret data and assess ideas with the scientific methods in the area of EU studies. | 2 |
| 2) | To be able to inform authorities and institutions in the area of EU studies, to be able to transfer ideas and proposals supported by quantitative and qualitative data about the problems. | 2 |
| 3) | To be introduced to and to get involved in other disciplines that EU studies are strongly related with (political science, international relations, law, economics, sociology, etc.) and to be able to conduct multi-disciplinary research and analysis on European politics. | 3 |
| 4) | To be able to evaluate current news on European Union and Turkey-EU relations and identify, analyze current issues relating to the EU’s politics and policies. | 2 |
| 5) | To be able to use English in written and oral communication in general and in the field of EU studies in particular. | 1 |
| 6) | To have ethical, social and scientific values throughout the processes of collecting, interpreting, disseminating and implementing data related to EU studies. | 1 |
| 7) | To be able to assess the historical development, functioning of the institutions and decision-making system and common policies of the European Union throughout its economic and political integration in a supranational framework. | 2 |
| 8) | To be able to evaluate the current legal, financial and institutional changes that the EU is going through. | 2 |
| 9) | To explain the dynamics of enlargement processes of the EU by identifying the main actors and institutions involved and compare previous enlargement processes and accession process of Turkey. | 2 |
| 10) | To be able to analyze the influence of the EU on political, social and economic system of Turkey. | 2 |
| 11) | To acquire insight in EU project culture and to build up project preparation skills in line with EU format and develop the ability to work in groups and cooperate with peers. | 2 |
| 12) | To be able to recognize theories and concepts used by the discipline of international relations and relate them to the historical development of the EU as a unique post-War political project. | 3 |