EUROPEAN UNION RELATIONS
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
BA1012	Business Communications	Spring	3	0	3	8

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Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assoc. Prof. HAVVA PINAR İMER
Course Lecturer(s):	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi AYLA ESEN Assoc. Prof. HAVVA PINAR İMER
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The course aims to provide the student with the fundamental role and principles of communication in the work context. To have a general understanding of why good communication skills are important in business, students are equipped with the knowledge and skills related to verbal, nonverbal and written communication, the effective use of technology for communication, effective listening skills, and how to prepare and effectively take part in job interviews with emphasis on the cultural aspect of communication.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Explain the role of verbal and written communication for day-to-day operations as well as for personal career success.
2. Describe and evaluate various listening approaches.
3. Explain and implement interpersonal skills to build positive relationships.
4. Analyze interview situations and act accordingly.
5. Describe various types of meetings and be able to conduct a meeting including preparation and follow- ups.

Course Content

The students will get familiar with the skills and knowledge required of an individual for effective communication in business life. Upon completion of the course, the students are expected to be able to understand the nature of communication and deliver their messages with precision through various communication media in different business settings. They will be capable of designing and writing messages in various formats, organizing and delivering presentations, writing their CVs, as well as gaining the basic skills to prepare themselves for job applications and interviews.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Communication at Work	Adler et al. Ch. 1
2)	Communication, Culture and Work	Adler et al. Ch. 2
3)	Personal Skills: Listening	Adler et al., Ch. 3
4)	Personal Skills: Verbal & Nonverbal Messages	Adler et al., Ch. 4
5)	Personal Skills: Interpersonal Skills and Success	Adler et al., Ch. 5
6)	Personal Skills: Principles of Interviewing	Adler et al., Ch. 6
7)	Working in Groups: Leading and Working in Teams	Adler et al., Ch. 7
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Working in Groups: Effective Meetings	Adler et al., Ch. 8
10)	Making Effective Presentations: Developing and Organizing the Presentation	Adler et al., Ch. 9
11)	Making Effective Presentations: Delivering the Presentation	Adler et al., Ch. 11
12)	Making Effective Presentations: Types of Business Presentations	Adler et al., Ch. 12
13)	How to Write Effective CVs
14)	Group Project Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Adler, R. B.; Maresh-Fuehrer, M. M.; Elmhorst, J. & Lucas, K. (2019). Communicating at Work, 12th Edition, New York, NY, McGraw-Hill Education.
References:	Bovee, C. L.& Thill, J. V. (2016). Business Communication Essentials, 7th Global Edition, Pearson Education.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	1	% 0
Homework Assignments	1	% 5
Project	1	% 25
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 35
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 65
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Application	10	2	20
Study Hours Out of Class	13	4	52
Presentations / Seminar	1	10	10
Project	1	25	25
Homework Assignments	1	5	5
Midterms	1	2	2
Paper Submission	1	41	41
Final	1	3	3
Total Workload			200

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)	To be able to examine, interpret data and assess ideas with the scientific methods in the area of EU studies.	2
2)	To be able to inform authorities and institutions in the area of EU studies, to be able to transfer ideas and proposals supported by quantitative and qualitative data about the problems.	2
3)	To be introduced to and to get involved in other disciplines that EU studies are strongly related with (political science, international relations, law, economics, sociology, etc.) and to be able to conduct multi-disciplinary research and analysis on European politics.	3
4)	To be able to evaluate current news on European Union and Turkey-EU relations and identify, analyze current issues relating to the EU’s politics and policies.	2
5)	To be able to use English in written and oral communication in general and in the field of EU studies in particular.	1
6)	To have ethical, social and scientific values throughout the processes of collecting, interpreting, disseminating and implementing data related to EU studies.	1
7)	To be able to assess the historical development, functioning of the institutions and decision-making system and common policies of the European Union throughout its economic and political integration in a supranational framework.	2
8)	To be able to evaluate the current legal, financial and institutional changes that the EU is going through.	2
9)	To explain the dynamics of enlargement processes of the EU by identifying the main actors and institutions involved and compare previous enlargement processes and accession process of Turkey.	2
10)	To be able to analyze the influence of the EU on political, social and economic system of Turkey.	2
11)	To acquire insight in EU project culture and to build up project preparation skills in line with EU format and develop the ability to work in groups and cooperate with peers.	2
12)	To be able to recognize theories and concepts used by the discipline of international relations and relate them to the historical development of the EU as a unique post-War political project.	3