BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| 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 |
| IB4514 | Business Negotiations | Fall Spring |
3 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
| 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: | Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Prof. Dr. AHMET ERKUŞ |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. AHMET ERKUŞ |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | Negotiation is the art and science of securing an agreement between two or more interdependent parties. The aim of this course is to understand the nature of dispute resolution and negotiation in organization (individual, group and firm) and between organizations. This course explores the major concepts and theories of the psychology of negotiation, and the dynamics of interpersonal and intergroup conflict and its resolution. And also intends to improve negotiation skills and to increase the ability to resolve conflicts in a multitude of situations in an organization. Some of the topics covered in this course include as follows: Business Negotiation, Distributive and Integrative Negotiations, Conflict and Dispute Resolution, Communication in Negotiation, Persuasion in Negotiation, The Nature of the Relationship in Negotiating, International Negotiations, Team and Multiparty Negotiations, Negotiating in the Workplace. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Identify a variety of situations where negotiation takes place. Apply proper terminology when preparing for and executing a negotiation. Develop strategies for distributive and integrative negotiations. Identify the types and causes of conflict. Identify and assess personality attributes that influence your approach to and behavior during negotiations. Identify and discuss six steps that can be used—separately or in combination—in persuasion efforts during negotiations Assess the challenges that may arise when engaging in cross-cultural negotiations. Describe the five dimensions of Hofstede’s cross-cultural differences and how each one impacts the process of negotiations. |
Course Content
| This course provides an in-depth exploration of negotiation strategies, focusing on cultural, regional, and managerial factors that impact global negotiations. It equips students with practical tools and techniques to plan, execute, and finalize negotiations effectively while addressing challenges and fostering win-win outcomes. The teaching methods of this course include lecture, case study, homework and technology-enhanced learning. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction/Overview of on Syllabus | Download the Course Syllabus and Read it |
| 2) | Introduction to Negotiation (Chapter 01) | Reading Chapter 1 |
| 3) | The Language of Negotiation (Chapter 02) | Reading (Chapter 02) -Daily Homework |
| 4) | Distributive Negotiations(Chapter 03) | Reading (Chapter 3) |
| 5) | Integrative Negotiations (Chapter 4) | Reading (Chapter 4) |
| 6) | Conflict and Dispute Resolution (Chapter 05) | Reading (Chapter 5) |
| 7) | Understanding Yourself and How That Impacts Negotiation (Chapter 6) | Reading (Chapter 6) |
| 8) | Mid term | |
| 9) | Communication in Negotiation (Chapter 07) | Reading (chapter 7) |
| 10) | he Role and Importance of Persuasion in Negotiation (Chapter 08) | Reading Chapter 8 |
| 11) | The Nature of the Relationship in Negotiating and Resolving Disputes (Chapter 9) | Reading (chapter 9) |
| 12) | International Negotiations (Chapter 10) | Reading (Chapter 10) |
| 13) | Team and Multiparty Negotiations (Chapter 11) | Readin (Chapter 11) |
| 14) | Negotiating in the Workplace (Chapter 12) | Reading (Chapter 12) |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Negotiation and Dispute Resolution: Pearson (2017) by Beverly DeMarr; Suzanne De Janasz, Pearson Education Limited If you prefer to read using hard copy, you can still purchase it from the link below and they will send your book to your address by cargo. Textbook Link : https://www.caglayan.com/urundetay/551337/Negotiation-and-Dispute-Resolution-Beverly- DeMarr-Suzanne-C-de-Janasz-9781292039725#sthash.QLzx0F3s.dpbs The e-book can be obtained from the link below and the login codes will be sent instantly by e-mail. https://www.caglayan.com/urundetay/749399/Negotiation-and-Dispute-Resolution-Beverly-DeMarr- Suzanne-De-Janasz-9781292039725-ebook#sthash.Eg3D83L5.dpbs |
| References: | Negotiation and Dispute Resolution: Pearson (2017) by Beverly DeMarr; Suzanne De Janasz, Pearson Education Limited If you prefer to read using hard copy, you can still purchase it from the link below and they will send your book to your address by cargo. Textbook Link : https://www.caglayan.com/urundetay/551337/Negotiation-and-Dispute-Resolution-Beverly- DeMarr-Suzanne-C-de-Janasz-9781292039725#sthash.QLzx0F3s.dpbs The e-book can be obtained from the link below and the login codes will be sent instantly by e-mail. https://www.caglayan.com/urundetay/749399/Negotiation-and-Dispute-Resolution-Beverly-DeMarr- Suzanne-De-Janasz-9781292039725-ebook#sthash.Eg3D83L5.dpbs |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Quizzes | 1 | % 15 |
| Homework Assignments | 1 | % 10 |
| Project | 1 | % 30 |
| Final | 1 | % 45 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 25 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 75 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 11 | 10 | 110 |
| Project | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Quizzes | 4 | 4 | 16 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 174 | ||
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) | 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 | |
| 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 |