HRE412 Public Relations in NGOsIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Dentistry (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Dentistry (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: HRE412
Course Name: Public Relations in NGOs
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. NEZAHAT HANZADE URALMAN
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. NEZAHAT HANZADE URALMAN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To look at the perspective of specialized public relations in NGOs and to increase the capacity of the skills that students will acquire in this field.
Course Content: Theories of non-governmental organizations; transformation of the phenomenon of NGO's in history; the concept of NGO's; dynamics that enable the formation of NGO's; definition of NGO's; definition ofNGO's; vision, mission and objectives of NGO's; types of NGO's; development process of NGO's as the third sector; different definitions of NGO's as the third sector; approaches to NGO's in different political structures; organizational forms of NGO's in terms of democratic functioning; participatory organizational structure in NGO's; the importance of communication activities for NGO's; internal communication of NGO's; the importance and usage patterns of written communication in NGO's; the ways in which NGO's adapt new communication technologies to the internal communication process.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) There will be gains about internal and external publics relations of non-profit organizations.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Definition and scope of the concept of non-governmental organizations. none
1) Definition and scope of the concept of non-governmental organizations. none
2) Functions of non-profit organizations. none
3) The place of non-governmental organizations in corporate social responsibility. none
4) Classification and characteristics of NGO's. none
5) Factors affecting participation in NGO's. none
6) Process of social change. none
7) Social reaction reflex and communication process. none
8) Midterm exam- The importance of public relations activities in non-governmental organizations. none
9) Public relations methods applied in non-governmental organizations. none
10) The purpose of public relations activities implemented by non-governmental organizations. none
11) Target group in non-governmental organizations. none
12) The importance of non-governmental organizations in terms of international activities. none
13) The importance of support for the arts and the environment in non-profit organizations. none
14) Lobbying by non-profit organizations. none
15) - -
16) - -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: yok
References: Oyman, Mine, Kar Amacı Gütmeyen Organizasyonlar İçin Pazarlama, Detay Yayıncılık, 2013.
Karayel Bilbil, Emel, Halkla İlişkiler Perspektifinden Sivil Toplum, Pales Yayınları.
Biber, A., “Sivil Toplum Örgütlerinde Halkla İlişkiler”, İstanbul: Nobel Yayın Dağıtım, 2003.
Cengiz, E., “Kar Amacı Gütmeyen Kurumlarda Pazarlama Faaliyetleri”, Atatürk Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Dergisi, Cilt 8, Sayı 2, 2006, 303-409.
Keyman, F., “Sivil Toplum, Sivil Toplum Kuruluşları ve Türkiye”, Arzu Karamani (yay. haz.), İstanbul Bilgi Üniversitesi, Sivil Toplum ve Demokrasi Konferans Yazıları, No.4 (vize)
Kocabaş, F. “Küreselleşme Bağlamında Kar Amacı Gütmeyen Kuruluşların Güçlendirilmesinde İnternetin Önemi”, Kamu-İş, Cilt 10, Sayı 2, 2008.
Ryfman, P. Sivil Toplum Kuruluşları, İstanbul: İletişim.
Sunar, L. (yay. haz.) Sivil Toplum Kuruluşları İçin Yönetim Rehberi, İstanbul: Kaknüs Yayınları, 2005. (vize)
Uslu, A. T., Marangoz, M., “Kar Amacı Gütmeyen Kurumlarda Sosyal Pazarlama ve Çevre Gönüllü Kuruluşlara Yönelik Bir Araştırma”, Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Dergisi, Cilt 10, Sayı 1, 2008,109-138.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

1

Program Outcomes
1) Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources.
2) Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field. -Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field.
3) - Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field. - Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data. -Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility. -Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level. -Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level softwar
4) -Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach. -Determine learning needs and direct the learning. -Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
5) Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field. - Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security.
6) Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently. - Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field. - Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources.
2) Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field. -Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field.
3) - Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field. - Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data. -Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility. -Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level. -Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level softwar
4) -Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach. -Determine learning needs and direct the learning. -Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
5) Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field. - Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security.
6) Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently. - Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field. - Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Group study and homework
Project preparation
Social Activities
Internship/Onsite Practice

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Oral Examination
Homework
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 3 3 9
Presentations / Seminar 1 1 1
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 12