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Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
GEP0601 | Communication in Local Governments | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
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: | GE-Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | Yok |
Course Objectives: | To improve the students’ capability to see their city through a communication perspective, raise their awareness and offers to -experience the process from theories to real campaigns. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1- they will know the communication language and tone of the message and the style of communication of a city 2- they analyze the deep relation between communication and the city with reference to theories. 3- They evaluate the difference between theory and practice. 4- They get aware of how to use theories and compare theories with real life based on real examples 5- They will examine with which insight, theories are applied to their city 6- They will deeply grasp the relation between the communication concept and the city where they live. |
Starting from corporate communication skills in local governments through social marketing, including the international organizations and projects adding value to the city, each subject is explained with the real campaign samples. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | introduction; local governments and communication | |
2) | governments, subsidiaries and corporate communication | |
3) | social marketing | |
4) | social services and municipalities | |
5) | international organizations and the city | |
6) | To add brand value to the city by sports | |
7) | To add brand value to the city by congress and tourism | |
8) | repositioning the annual celebrations and add value to the city | |
9) | To add value to the city by culture and arts | IBB 8th year catalogue |
10) | education and urban life | |
11) | activities for the youths and to add value to the city | |
12) | public transportation in urban life | IBB annual reports |
13) | urban life and environment | |
14) | urban life and technology |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Kampanya örnekleri ve raporları, IBB faaliyet raporları, Istanbul Guide, IBB 8. Yıl kataloğu IBB annual reports, Istanbul guide, various articles, IBB 8th year catalogue |
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Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | 1 | % 10 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 50 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Homework Assignments | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Midterms | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Final | 1 | 25 | 25 |
Total Workload | 92 |
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 | 3 |
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 | 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 | |
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 | 3 |