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 : |
Assoc. Prof. HAVVA PINAR İMER |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi AYLA ESEN
Assoc. Prof. HAVVA PINAR İMER
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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. |
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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
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Adler et al., Ch. 7 |
8) |
Midterm Exam |
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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 |
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14) |
Group Project Presentations |
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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. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. |
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2) |
Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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3) |
Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective. |
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4) |
Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. |
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5) |
Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering. |
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6) |
Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently. |
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7) |
Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions. |
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8) |
Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself. |
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9) |
Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications. |
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10) |
Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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11) |
Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions. |
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12) |
Develop effective and efficient managerial skills. |
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