ISLT101 Introduction to BusinessIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs International Logistics and TransportationGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
International Logistics and Transportation
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: ISLT101
Course Name: Introduction to Business
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 7
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
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 : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi BEYNAZ UYSAL
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Hakan ÇORA
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi BEYNAZ UYSAL
Assoc. Prof. ONUR YARAR
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi CANAN KOÇER DURMAZ
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi FATMA YONCA TUNÇ
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ÜMİT AKIN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: Definition of the business; business functions; business unit creation; operation in global markets; general management in business; human resources management in business; accounting and financial applications in business; operations management in business; marketing management in business; business and economy; social responsibility, ethics and law in business; to shed light on students on current topics in business.
Course Content: Definition of business; business administration functions; formation of a business unit; business in global markets; general management in business; human resource management in business; accounting and financial activities in business; operations management in business; marketing management in business; business and economics; social responsibility, ethics and law in business; new developments in business.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) • Describe and discuss the support business functions such as human resource management, accounting, finance, R&D, purchasing, and their relationships
2) • Describe and implement the basic functions of management, taking into account activities such as leadership, management and employee empowerment
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) • Describe and explain the basic functions of the business such as production, marketing, sales, after-sales service and their relation
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) • Describe the process of business formation and development, including the various forms of business ownership

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) University Opening Program Reading next week's topic
2) • İşletmeye Giriş dersini tanıtır. • ‘‘İşletme’’ konusunu açıklar ve tartışır. • İşletmeyi oluşturan ögeleri tanımlar. • Organizasyonu oluşturan öğeleri açıklar. • Girişimci kavramını ve unsurlarını açıklar. • Yöneticiler ve yönetim düzeylerini tanımlar. • İşletmenin dış çevresini açıklar ve tartışır. Ders İzlencesi İşletme (1. Ünite) Reading next week's topic
3) • Explains and discusses the subject of "Business Types". • Discusses the reasons for establishing businesses. • Defines business types according to scale, functions, and capital ownership. • Explains the legal structure of businesses. • Explains for-profit and non-profit businesses. • Explains mergers, acquisitions and collaborations between businesses. Establishing Businesses (Unit 2) Reading next week's topic
4) • Defines international trade (foreign trade). • Explains global and international foreign trade. • Discusses barriers to international foreign trade and the reduction of barriers. • Businesses in a Globalizing World (Unit 3) Participation in lectures and discussions reading next week's topic
5) • Describes the four functions of management and management. • Explains the planning function. • Explains the planning process and its types, decision-making process. • Explains the organizing function. • Explains the basic elements of the organizing function. • Explains the factors affecting the business structure and types of segmentation. • General Management in Businesses (Planning and Organizing) (Unit 4) Reading next week's topic
6) • Explains leadership, motivation and communication in businesses within the scope of executive function. • Explains the control function. Management (Execution and Supervision) in Businesses (Unit 5) reading next week's topic
7) • Explains the basic functions of businesses (Marketing, Production, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, R&D). • Explains and discusses the subject of "Human Resources Activities in Businesses". • Discuss the impact of the business environment on human resources management. • Defines the functions of human resources management. Human Resources Management (Planning, Selection and Placement, Training and Development, Performance Evaluation, Wage Management) (Unit 6 and 7) reading next week's topic
8) MIDTERM EXAM
9) • Explains and discusses the subject of "Accounting and Finance Activities in Businesses". • Explains the subject of financial accounting. • Discuss management accounting. • Explains the subject of financial management. • Explains the subject of financial funding sources. • Explains the subject of financial markets. Accounting and Financial Management in Business (Unit 8 and 9) Reading Next week's topic
10) • Explains the subject of "Production Activities in Businesses" and explains production management activities • Production systems and strategies • Production planning • Manufacturing technology decisions • Workplace organization • Location selection • Supply chain management • Stock management • Capacity planning • Material requirements planning • Project management Production Management in Businesses (Unit 10) reading next week's topic
11) • Explains and discusses the subject of "Marketing Activities in Businesses". • Defines the importance of the marketing function within the business. • Explains marketing planning and research. • Explains buyers. • Explains the marketing mix. • Opens products and services. Marketing Management in Business (Unit 11) Reading next week's topic
12) • Distribution • Promotion • Explains pricing. Marketing Management in Business (Unit 12) reading next week's topic
13) • Explains and discusses the subject of "Business and Law, Ethics and Social Responsibility". • Defines the concept of social responsibility within globalization. • Explains business ethics. • Discusses the relationship between law and business. • Explains the judicial system. Social Responsibilities, Ethics and Law in Businesses reading next week's topic
14) • Explains and discusses the topic "New Developments in Business Life". • Explains the developments in information and communication technologies. • Discusses the phenomenon of globalization. • Explains the increase in e-commerce applications • Explains network structures and virtual businesses. • Explains total quality management. • Explains innovation management. New Developments in Business Life study for final exam
15) FINAL EXAM

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: İşletme
S. Kadri Mirze,
Literatür Yayıncılık Dağıtım: İstanbul, 2019, 6.baskı, 442 sayfa,
ISBN 9789750405495
References: İşletme
S. Kadri Mirze,
Literatür Yayıncılık Dağıtım: İstanbul, 2019, 6.baskı, 442 sayfa,
ISBN 9789750405495

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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4

Program Outcomes
1) Discloses basic knowledge of international logistics, including development process, new and determinative concepts, scientific methodology, theory and models of logistics discipline.
2) Uses appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in relevant areas, interpret the results and suggest solutions.
3) Designs a logistics system that will support the business mission and objectives.
4) Identifies uncertainties in the logistics and supply chain processes and takes measures to mitigate risks.
5) Can discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and experience to successfully build and develop self-employment.
6) Analyzes the complex and rapidly changing conditions, the dynamics of the national / international business world, the relevant international logistics and supply chain environment
7) Can translate and explain the contents of documents written in English related to the field.
8) Communicates in written and spoken English with people of different social backgrounds, has global competence in tracking and interpreting global dynamics in logistics and supply chain fields.
9) Can demonstrate personal, professional, social and work ethic standards, assesses the ethical dimensions of the various applications in relevant fields, and becomes aware of the importance of ethical behavior in the process of collecting value added.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Discloses basic knowledge of international logistics, including development process, new and determinative concepts, scientific methodology, theory and models of logistics discipline.
2) Uses appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in relevant areas, interpret the results and suggest solutions. 3
3) Designs a logistics system that will support the business mission and objectives. 2
4) Identifies uncertainties in the logistics and supply chain processes and takes measures to mitigate risks. 1
5) Can discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and experience to successfully build and develop self-employment. 4
6) Analyzes the complex and rapidly changing conditions, the dynamics of the national / international business world, the relevant international logistics and supply chain environment 3
7) Can translate and explain the contents of documents written in English related to the field. 1
8) Communicates in written and spoken English with people of different social backgrounds, has global competence in tracking and interpreting global dynamics in logistics and supply chain fields.
9) Can demonstrate personal, professional, social and work ethic standards, assesses the ethical dimensions of the various applications in relevant fields, and becomes aware of the importance of ethical behavior in the process of collecting value added. 2

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Group study and homework
Reading
Homework
Problem Solving
Project preparation
Report Writing
Case Study

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Oral Examination
Homework
Application
Individual Project
Group project
Presentation
Reporting
Bilgisayar Destekli Sunum

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 10
Project 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 15 45
Study Hours Out of Class 15 120
Homework Assignments 15 30
Midterms 1 5
Final 2 10
Total Workload 210