BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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
GEP0313	The Impact of Science and Technology Policies on Technology Management	Fall 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. AHMET NACİ ÜNAL
Course Lecturer(s):	Assist. Prof. AHMET NACİ ÜNAL
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the impact of technology management and innovation, especially in the context of the “Industry 4.0 concept” and other emerging technologies.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain the following competencies:
1. Understanding the historical development of technology,
2. Comprehending the concepts of Technology Management and Innovation,
3. Defining the concepts of Foresight and Forecasting and understanding the differences between them,
4. Appreciating the vital importance of Technology Foresight and Forecasting and gaining competence in this area.

Course Content

Scientific development processes, similarities and differences between the concepts of technology and science, technology management, basic management principles, technology management, technology forecasting and prediction, and strategy development processes.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Orientation	Examination of the Course Syllabus, Expectations
2)	A Conceptual Approach to Science, Technology, Innovation, and Strategy	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
3)	The Concept of Information and How Information is Formed	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
4)	Data Transformation Process and the Concept of Big Data	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
5)	Data Transformation Process and the Concept of Big Data	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
6)	Information and Information Management	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
7)	Information Management Systems	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Technology Management and Technology Foresight	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
10)	Innovations Brought by Modern Technologies	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
11)	Innovations Brought by Modern Technologies	Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
12)	Student Presentations
13)	Student Presentations
14)	Student Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

YARMAN B.S.B., ÜNAL A.N., “Stratejik Karar Verme Boyutunda Bilgi Toplama/İşleme Amaçlı Karar Destek Sitemleri”, Nobel Yayıncılık, 2015.

References:

Lawrance FREEDMAN, “Strateji”, Alfa Tarih, 2014.
Sun TZU, “Savaş Sanatı”, Türkiye İş Bankası Yayınları, 12. Baskı, 2018.
Mikael KROGERUS, Roman TSCHAPPELER, “Karar Kitabı Stratejik Düşünme İçin Elli Model”, The Kitap, 2019.
Walter Isaacson, “Geleceği Keşfedenler”, Domingo Yayınevi, 2017.
Stefan ZWEIG, “Yıldızın Parladığı Anlar”, Everest Yayınları, 2014.
Cemal YILDIRIM, “Bilim Tarihi”, Remzi Kitabevi, 2016.
Cemal YILDIRIM, “Bilim Felsefesi”, Remzi Kitabevi, 2016.
Klaus SCHWAB, “Dördüncü Sanayi Devrimi”, Optimist, 2015.
Brian CHRISTIAN, Tom GRIFFITHS, “Hayatımızdaki Algoritmalar”, Buzdağı, 3. Baskı, 2018.
Ders Notları
“Gizli Sayılar” filmi. Yönetmen: Theodore Melfi. Gösterim Yılı: 2017
“The Imitation Game: Enigma” filmi. Yönetmen: Morten Tyldum. Gösterim Yılı: 2015
“Devrim Arabaları” filmi. Yönetmen: Tolga Örnek. Gösterim Yılı: 2008
“Kartal Göz (Eagle Eye)” filmi. Yönetmen: D.J. Caruso. Gösterim Yılı: 2008
“Apollo 13” filmi. Yönetmen: Ron Howard. Gösterim Yılı: 1995.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 15
Homework Assignments	1	% 10
Midterms	1	% 25
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	14	4	56
Presentations / Seminar	1	10	10
Homework Assignments	1	14	14
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			123

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)	Being able to identify problems and ask right questions	2
2)	Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude	1
3)	Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail	3
4)	Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education	4
5)	Applying theoretical concepts in project planning	3
6)	Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork	4
7)	Increasing efficiency rate in business environment
8)	Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty	3
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	2
11)	Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology
12)	Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life	3
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	3