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 |
IB3314 | Global Leadership | Fall 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: | Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Prof. Dr. ELA ÜNLER |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. YAVUZ GÜNALAY |
Course Objectives: | This course emphasizes the essential concepts associated with business practices and ethical values that prevail for the most effective and successful global leaders. Course objectives include recognizing your own viewpoint and its implications for decision making; appreciating the value inherent in the viewpoints and decision making of others; distinguishing differences in ethical foundations around the globe; identifying the pitfalls of human decision making and their effects in organizations; recognizing the fit between your values and those of an organization. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Understand the global leadership perspective with its challenges and teach a global mindset 2. Gain an analytical and conceptual understanding of one’s own culture and the differences from own versus other cultures 3. Learn to recognize when cultural differences are affecting work relationships and the circumstances in which cultural differences are most likely 4. Learn substantively about and come to appreciate cultures different from one’s own 5. Understand the typical reactions to cultural differences, learn to be mindful of those reactions in ourselves, and learn strategies for responding productively and positively to cultural differences |
The course is designed to provide concepts governing leadership by focusing on what it means to be a good leader. Emphasis in the course is on the practice of leadership. The course will examine topics such as: the nature of leadership, recognizing leadership traits, developing leadership skills, creating a vision, listening to out-group members, handling conflict, overcoming obstacles, and addressing ethics in leadership. Attention will be given to helping students to understand and improve their own leadership potential. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction to the course and explaining course requirements | - |
2) | Understanding Leadership | Northouse, Ch. 1 |
3) | Recognizing Your Traits | Northouse, Ch. 2 |
4) | Engaging Strengths | Northouse Ch. 3 |
5) | Understanding Philosophy and Styles | Northouse, Ch. 4 |
6) | Attending to Tasks and Relationships | Northouse, Ch. 5 |
7) | Developing Leadership Skills | Northouse, Ch. 6 |
8) | Midterm Exam | - |
9) | Creating a Vision & Listening to Out-Group Members | Northouse, Chs. 7&10 |
10) | Establishing a Constructive Climate | Northouse, Ch. 8 |
11) | Embracing Diversity and Inclusion | Northouse, Ch. 9 |
12) | Addressing Ethics in Leadership | Northouse, Ch. 12 |
13) | Overcoming Obstacles | Northouse, Ch. 13 |
14) | Presentations | - |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Northouse, P. G. Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice (4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA, 2018, SAGE Publishing. |
References: |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 15 | % 0 |
Homework Assignments | 4 | % 20 |
Project | 1 | % 15 |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 45 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 55 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Project | 1 | 12 | 12 |
Homework Assignments | 4 | 9 | 36 |
Midterms | 1 | 30 | 30 |
Final | 1 | 30 | 30 |
Total Workload | 150 |
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 |