LOGISTIC MANAGEMENT
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
GEP0615 Perception Management Spring 3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. NESLİHAN UYSAL
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: Perception management is encountered in many areas of the business world today, but it is especially important for institutions. The goal of this course is to introduce perception management and its elements.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
At the end of the course, you will be able to:
1.Gain insight on perception and cognition and action
2.Perception management and attitude change
3.Be able to discuss communication topics referencing psychological and sociological concepts regarding perception
4.Define persuasion and public relations, publicity and propaganda
5.Understand the public and analyze the audience
6 Analyze the relationship between perception management and media.
7.Define organizational perception management

Course Content

In the course; perception, action, persuasion definitions will be made, the relationship between image and perception, perception in communication, the basic rules of perception management, organizational management definition, organizational perception management, crisis and organizational perception management topics will be discussed.
Teaching methods and techniques used in the course are: lecture, group work, sample examination, problem solving, discussion, observation and use of digital resources.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) What is perception George Gerbner Model of Communication  Read course book 1&3
2) The variety of senses Perception and cognition Read course book 3
3) Perception and action Persuasion Read course book 3
4) Stakeholders Target audience Communication types Read course book 1
5) Image and perception Relationship and communications Read course book1
6) Slogan and message 3P Propaganda,Public Relations, Publicity Read course book 1
7) Fundamental rules of perception management Read course book 1
8) Midterm Week
9) Defining organizational management Read course book 2
10) Dimensions of Organizational Perception Management Read course book 2
11) Components of Organizational Perception Management Read course book 2
12) Organizational Perception Management Following Crisis Events Read case “Sears” book 2
13) Organizational Perception Management During Evolving Controversies Read Case “Augusto National Golf Club” book 2
14) Review for the final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: It will be given by the lecturer
References: 1.Perception Management How to Manage Communication in Turkey, Ali Saydam, Remzi Kitabevi, 2013
2.Organisational Perception Management, Kimberly D. Elsbach, VitalSource Bookshelf, Taylor & Francis, 2014.
3.Perception: The Basics. Bence Nanay. Available from : Vital Source Bookshelf, Taylor & Francis, 2024.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 2 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 13 4 52
Homework Assignments 2 15 30
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 125

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) To correctly identify the problems and to be able to ask the correct questions 3
2) To have the ability for problem solving and to utilize analytical approach in dealing with the problems
3) To be able to distinguish business processes and have knowledge of process design, planning and implementation.
4) To use the necessary information and communication technology tools in the field of logistics management.
5) To understand the components of logistics as well as the importance of the coordination among these components.
6) To know the necessary ingredients for improving the productivity in business life
7) To think innovatively and creatively in complex situations 4
8) To act and think both regionally and internationally
9) Aware of the two way interaction between globalization and logistics; as well as to use this interaction for increasing the productivity.
10) To be able to use at least one foreign language both for communication and academic purposes 2
11) To understand the importance of business ethics and to apply business ethics as a principal guide in both business and academic environment