Political Science and International Relations (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

BBA304

Course Name:

Leadership and Change Management

Course Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Faculty 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 :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi BEYNAZ UYSAL

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi FİTNAT NAZLI YAĞIZ

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide students with fundamental knowledge on topics such as the definition of leadership; the trait, behavioral and contingency theories in leadership; modern and current leadership approaches; the influence of cultural and emotional factors on leadership processes; change management and the role of leaders in change; factors that cause and hinder organizational change; change models and the basic stages of organizational change; and techniques used in organizational change, as well as to develop their ability to analyze these subjects.

Course Content:

The definition and conceptual framework of leadership; the role and importance of culture in leadership; emotions and emotional intelligence in leadership; trait, behavioral and situational leadership theories; modern and current leadership styles such as charismatic, transformational, servant, self-leadership, and sustainable leadership; the need for change in organizations and resistance to change; planned and unplanned change; change models and the techniques used in change process

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) • Describe the historical development and leadership types of leadership theories
2) • Learn the basic factors of leadership
3) • Define the effects of culture on leadership
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) • Analyze individual and organizational change management
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Description the Course Content and Introduction to the Course	none
2)	Introduction to Leadership (Definition and Significance of Leadersip)	Examines the course content, Reads related topic.
3)	Introduction to Leadership (Different Leadership Perspectives & Power in Leadership)	Reads related topic.
4)	Leadership and Culture	Reads related topic.
5)	Emotion and Emotional Intelligence in Leadership	Reads related topic.
6)	The Foundation of Modern Leadership-The Trait and Behavioral Theory	Reads related topic.
7)	The Foundation of Modern Leadership- Contingency Theory	Reads related topic.
8)	Midterm Exam	Studies for the midterm exam.
9)	Charismatic,Transformational and Transactional Leadership	Reads related topic.
10)	Value-Based Leadership Styles (Servant and Authentic Leaderhip); Strengths-based Leadership	Reads related topic.
11)	Ethics in Leadership and Ethical Leadership; Diversity & Inclusion and Inclusive Leadership	Reads related topic.
12)	Other Contemporary Leadership Styles (Destructive, Self, Collective, and Sustainable Leadership)	Reads related topic.
13)	Change Management (Need for Change and Resistance to Change)	Reads related topic.
14)	Change Management (Change Models, Techniques Used in Change, Crisis Management)	Reads related topic.
15)	Final Exam	Studies for the final exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Northouse, P. G. (2024). Introduction to leadership: Concepts and practice (6th ed.). SAGE. ISBN-13: 978-1071884928 Nahavandi, A. (2015). The art and science of leadership (7th ed.). Pearson. ISBN: 978-1-292-06018-7
References:	Northouse, P. G. (2024). Introduction to leadership: Concepts and practice (6th ed.). Sage. ISBN-13:978-1071884928 Nahavandi, A. (2015). The art and science of leadership (7th ed.). Pearson. ISBN:978-1-292-06018-7

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	3	4	2
Program Outcomes
1) Explains, uses, and classifies the fundamental concepts of Political Science and International Relations.
2) Conducts research in the fields of Turkish politics, comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, political sociology, and international law; analyze data; and report and present findings.
3) Critically evaluates political developments by analyzing their local and global dynamics.
4) Gains the ability to synthesize knowledge acquired from different disciplines and to work effectively in organizational settings, international institutions, and multicultural environments.
5) Understands the importance of human rights, gender equality, ethical values, and cultural diversity in political, social, and professional life.
6) Analyzes the functioning and decision-making mechanisms of national and international institutions, as well as public and private sector organizations and civil society organizations.
7) Interprets the national and global dimensions of contemporary politics.
8) Develops coherent arguments in academic and professional settings by effectively using oral and written communication tools.
9) Gains the ability to analyze historical and contemporary conflicts among individuals, institutions, and states, and to develop problem-solving skills.
10) Reads, comprehends, and translates documents written in English in their field.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Explains, uses, and classifies the fundamental concepts of Political Science and International Relations.
2)	Conducts research in the fields of Turkish politics, comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, political sociology, and international law; analyze data; and report and present findings.
3)	Critically evaluates political developments by analyzing their local and global dynamics.
4)	Gains the ability to synthesize knowledge acquired from different disciplines and to work effectively in organizational settings, international institutions, and multicultural environments.
5)	Understands the importance of human rights, gender equality, ethical values, and cultural diversity in political, social, and professional life.
6)	Analyzes the functioning and decision-making mechanisms of national and international institutions, as well as public and private sector organizations and civil society organizations.
7)	Interprets the national and global dimensions of contemporary politics.
8)	Develops coherent arguments in academic and professional settings by effectively using oral and written communication tools.
9)	Gains the ability to analyze historical and contemporary conflicts among individuals, institutions, and states, and to develop problem-solving skills.
10)	Reads, comprehends, and translates documents written in English in their field.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Reading
Problem Solving
Seminar
Q&A / Discussion
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
Reporting

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 10
Homework Assignments	2	% 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	43
Study Hours Out of Class	15	90
Presentations / Seminar	13	39
Homework Assignments	14	14
Midterms	1	1
Final	1	1
Total Workload		188