| ECONOMICS | |||||
| 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 | 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 : | 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) | As a world citizen, she is aware of global economic, political, social and ecological developments and trends. | 2 |
| 2) | He/she is equipped to closely follow the technological progress required by global and local dynamics and to continue learning. | 2 |
| 3) | Absorbs basic economic principles and analysis methods and uses them to evaluate daily events. | 2 |
| 4) | Uses quantitative and statistical tools to identify economic problems, analyze them, and share their findings with relevant stakeholders. | 2 |
| 5) | Understands the decision-making stages of economic units under existing constraints and incentives, examines the interactions and possible future effects of these decisions. | 1 |
| 6) | Comprehends new ways of doing business using digital technologies. and new market structures. | 2 |
| 7) | Takes critical approach to economic and social problems and develops analytical solutions. | 1 |
| 8) | Has the necessary mathematical equipment to produce analytical solutions and use quantitative research methods. | 2 |
| 9) | In the works he/she contributes, observes individual and social welfare together and with an ethical perspective. | 2 |
| 10) | Deals with economic problems with an interdisciplinary approach and seeks solutions by making use of different disciplines. | 1 |
| 11) | Generates original and innovative ideas in the works she/he contributes as part of a team. | 2 |