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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
GEP0604 Interpersonal Communication 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. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. BERNA GÜLOĞLU
Instructor NAZMİYE ARDUÇ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to examine interpersonal communication in terms of shaping and sustaining human relations, and the role of interpersonal communication in the development of individual identity and how it can be used as a tool to improve the communication of people with social interaction.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
First of all, students are taught how to obtain information that will enable them to know themselves and other people. At the beginning of each lesson, the student is given an olay event-situation cek to reflect on the subject of the week and a discussion is opened on it. Then, in the light of scientific and social data, the situation is explained and information is compiled. Academicians, writers, artists and practitioners who are experts in their fields are invited as speakers.

Course Content

This course covers the impact of social context, culture, identity and roles on face-to-face communication. In this course, interpersonal communication elements are analyzed within the framework of case studies. Students are expected to participate in the discussion and prepare a group project. Derste kullanılan öğretim yöntem ve teknikleri: anlatım, grup çalışması, örnek inceleme, proje hazırlama,tartışma, konuk, gözlem ve dijital kaynakların kullanımıdır.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
2) An overview of communication skills
3) Start and development of interpersonal relations
4) History of psychological theory/changing focus in understanding the individual
5) Existentialism Humanistic psychology and effective communication
6) Transactional Analysis and interpersonal communication
7) Emotional intelligence/ Emotional Literacy
8) Midterm Week
9) Communication Barriers
10) Effective listening/empathy
11) I-statements
12) Line of acceptance/I-statements/ Empathy
13) Effective problem solving methods/ Conflict resolution
14) Discussions using terminology within real world news context

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: KİŞİLERARASI İLİŞKİLER ve ETKİLİ İLETİŞİM
Editör: Alim Kaya 6. Baskı 2014, Pegem Akademi
References: Etkili İletişimin Önündeki 8 Engel, Kevin Hogan, Yakamoz Kitap, 2003.
İletişimsizlik Becerisi, Kadir Özer, 2000, Sistem Y.

Devito, The Interpersonal Communication Book,1995,Devito.
Malim,Birch,Wadeley, Perspectives in Psychology,1992,Macmillan Press.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 5
Quizzes 1 % 15
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
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 3 39
Homework Assignments 1 15 15
Quizzes 1 20 20
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 117

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