BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
GEP0622 | Creative Thinking and Entrepreneurship | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
Language of instruction: | En |
Type of course: | GE-Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ŞAFAK ŞAHİN |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ŞAFAK ŞAHİN |
Course Objectives: | The goal of this course is to help you learn to perceive multiple possibilities when considering an issue rather than being limited to routine responses! The applied focus of this volume targets the synergistic process of developing creative problem-solving strategies especially for business models and entrepreneur ideas to stimulate higher levels of creativity. A presentation of theoretical approaches to the creative process is followed by concrete examples of how others have applied creative solutions to specific problems in small groups, organizations, small businesses and entrepreneurs. By this way the course will bring theory together with the practical giving much importance to the practical development and knowledge. The course will depend on the the effective interaction between the instructor and students. By the end of the course the students will be able to realize creative solutions to different business or marketing problems within the light of creative thinking strategies. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. This course provides an overview of the major theories and current issues in the field of creativity. II. Demonstrate specific techniques for enhancing their own creative abilities and communicate their ideas for new business models and entreprenues with confidence. III. An increased understanding of the creative person, the creative process and the techniques for enhancing creative functioning. IV. Identify their own creative strengths and weaknesses. |
What is Creativity and Innovation? Individual Creativity Idea Generation Techniques Developing the Right Environment for Creative Entrepreneurship Creativity and Innovation in Entrepreneurship Where Does Creativity Fit into the Business Problem Solving Process? Defining the Problem Creative Techniques for New Business Models Encouraging Creativity In A Team |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation | |
1) | - Setting the groups and sharing the course process -What is creativity, creative idea and creative thinking? | ||
2) | The four ways of creativity. Homework evaluation/case study analyses. | ||
3) | Idea generation techniques 1 | ||
4) | Idea generation techniques | ||
5) | Creative thinking strategies for business models | ||
6) | How to focus on new business: Learning new ways of seeing. | ||
7) | Ideas, opportunities and innovation at entrepreneurship 1 | ||
8) | Ideas, opportunities and innovation at entrepreneurship 2 - Midterm | ||
9) | Creating ideas in practice. Homework evaluation/case study analyses. Recommended book evaluation. | ||
10) | Project presentations | ||
11) | Project presentations 2th and evaluation. | ||
12) | Creating an innovative work environment. | ||
13) | The ways, techniques and models of creative presentation of business models. | ||
14) | General assessment |
Course Notes: | CRACKING CREATIVITY – Micheal Mihalko Innovation and Entrepreneurship - Peter F. Drucker |
References: |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 1 | % 10 |
Laboratory | 0 | % 0 |
Application | 0 | % 0 |
Field Work | 0 | % 0 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | % 0 |
Quizzes | 0 | % 0 |
Homework Assignments | 0 | % 0 |
Presentation | 2 | % 20 |
Project | 0 | % 0 |
Seminar | 0 | % 0 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Preliminary Jury | 0 | % 0 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Paper Submission | 0 | % 0 |
Jury | 0 | % 0 |
Bütünleme | % 0 | |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Application | 3 | 3 | 9 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 4 | 3 | 12 |
Presentations / Seminar | 3 | 10 | 30 |
Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Homework Assignments | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Quizzes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Total Workload | 121 |
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 | 3 |
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 | 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 | |
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 | 3 |