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Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GEP0615 Perception Management Fall 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: Hybrid
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.

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 Exam
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 be able to apply theoretical concepts related to mass communication, consumer behavior, psychology, persuasion,sociology, marketing, and other related fields to understand how advertising and brand communication works in a free-market economy. 1
2) To be able to critically discuss and interpret theories, concepts, methods, tools and ideas in the field of advertising. 2
3) To be able to research, create, design, write, and present an advertising campaign and brand strategies of their own creation and compete for an account as they would at an advertising agency. 2
4) To be able to analyze primary and secondary research data for a variety of products and services. 3
5) To be able to develop an understanding of the history of advertising as it relates to the emergence of mass media outlets and the importance of advertising in the marketplace. 2
6) To be able to follow developments, techniques, methods, as well as research in advertising field; and to be able to communicate with international colleagues in a foreign language. (“European Language Portfolio Global Scale”, Level B1) 3
7) To be able to take responsibility in an individual capacity or as a team in generating solutions to unexpected problems that arise during implementation process in the Advertising field. 2
8) To be able to understand how advertising works in a global economy, taking into account cultural, societal, political, and economic differences that exist across countries and cultures. 3
9) To be able to approach the dynamics of the field with an integrated perspective, with creative and critical thinking, develop original and creative strategies. 3
10) To be able to to create strategic advertisements for print, broadcast, online and other media, as well as how to integrate a campaign idea across several media categories in a culturally diverse marketplace. 2
11) To be able to use computer software required by the discipline and to possess advanced-level computing and IT skills. (“European Computer Driving Licence”, Advanced Level) 1
12) To be able to identify and meet the demands of learning requirements. 2
13) To be able to develop an understanding and appreciation of the core ethical principles of the advertising profession. 3