Language of instruction: |
English |
Type of course: |
Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: |
Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
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Mode of Delivery: |
Face to face
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Course Coordinator : |
Prof. Dr. ELİF OKAN |
Recommended Optional Program Components: |
None |
Course Objectives: |
Our lives are governed by organizations in almost all aspects. From birth to different levels of education and work, we find ourselves in many organizational contexts. Among the reasons for the presence of many organizations in our daily lives are they provide order in the larger society and act as places to help people achieve their goals when they cannot or do not want to achieve them alone. So, it is possible to define an organization as a group of people (and systems) oriented towards a common goal.
Organizations sustain their lives through management, which can be defined as the art and science of helping people achieve their goals together. Managers determine the direction for the organization and how the goals are to be realized. More formally, managers formulate and implement strategies at all levels within an organization. While managing organizations, they need to address the behavioral dynamics within an organization. This course aims at these dynamics, which concern the individuals, practices, processes and structure. The content, readings and activities we engage in will help you better understand the elements of organizational life, and how to effectively contribute to the organizations you join. |
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Introduction to the course |
Overview of the syllabus
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2) |
What is Organizational Behavior?
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Robbins: Chapter 1 |
3) |
Job Performance and Organizational Attitudes
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Robbins: Chapter 3
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4) |
Personality, Individual & Cultural Values |
Robbins: Chapter 4 |
5) |
Perception, Learning and Decision Making |
Robbins: Chapter 5 |
6) |
Motivation Concepts and Applications |
Robbins: Chapters 7 & 8 |
7) |
Managing Groups and Teams |
Robbins: Chapters 9 & 10 |
8) |
Leadership |
Robbins: Chapter 13 |
9) |
Organizational Culture |
Robbins: Chapter 15 |
10) |
Organizational Culture |
Robbins: Chapter 15
Progress report submissions via Itslearning |
11) |
Organizational Change and Stress Management |
Robbins: Chapter 17 |
12) |
Quiz |
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13) |
Group Presentations |
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14) |
Group Presentations |
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Course Notes / Textbooks: |
Robbins, S. P. and Judge, T. A. (2019). Organizational Behavior, 18th Edition (Global Edition), Pearson Education. |
References: |
Colquitt, J., Lepine, J. and Wesson, M. (2016). Organizational Behavior: Improving Performance and Commitment in the Workplace, 5th edition. McGraw-Hill/Irwin.
Periodicals including New York Times, The Economist, Bloomberg, Financial Times, etc…
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. |
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2) |
Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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3) |
Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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4) |
Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively. |
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5) |
Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics. |
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6) |
Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. |
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7) |
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. |
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8) |
Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. |
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9) |
To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety. |
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10) |
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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11) |
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions. |
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