International Trade (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

HRE414

Course Name:

Corporate Social Responsibilty

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:

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):

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi HAVVA PALACI
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi SERRA ORKAN

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The social responsibility applications that are informed about the general concepts of corporate social responsibility are centered. Emphasis is placed on volunteering by examining the work of key actors of social responsibility practices. These professors who will gain detailed information on the Corporate Social Responsibility studies, which are important points of the communication sector, will gain competencies that are important for their careers.

Course Content:

Understanding the relationship between theoretical knowledge and practice in CSR
Understanding the role of holistic view and communication in achieving CSR
Experience volunteering
To be able to discuss the concepts of sustainability, ethics and responsibility in practice
Learning stakeholder sensitivities, learning the best practice examples of the pioneered social responsibility approach

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Understanding and being aware of current problems of societies and global world and planning projects.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) Being socially responsible citizens, managers and communication specialists.
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introductory course: Overview of the concept of CSR. Discussion on basic concepts.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
2)	Basic actors of CSR and application examples	Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
3)	Non-governmental organizations; structures, functions, studies.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
4)	Private sector; CSR studies.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
5)	The concept of volunteerism and its applications.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
6)	Meetings with course stakeholders, needs analysis.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
7)	MIDTERM EXAM
8)	Creation of volunteer working groups: Creation of field and support groups.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
9)	Field groups start work. Support group meetings and role distributions (design, communication plan, announcement, organization, etc.). Perform preliminary research studies.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
10)	Presenting draft studies of support groups. Presentation of status reports on the work of field groups.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
11)	To study pre-implementation preparations by determining working groups' plans, calendars and tactics of support groups. Continuation of field group work.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
12)	Support groups evaluate application preparations. Presentation of site group status reports.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
13)	Field and support groups meeting	Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
14)	Field and support groups meeting	Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
15)	Presentations of student experience reports.	Reading presentations for the next lesson
16)	Presentations of student experience reports. General evaluation	Reading presentations for the next lesson

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
References:	Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2
Program Outcomes
1) To have theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources with current knowledge in the field based on the qualifications gained at the secondary level.
2) - To gain the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level at an advanced level or at the same level in the same field. - To be able to interpret and evaluate the data by using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field, to identify and analyze the problems, to develop solutions based on evidence.
3) - To be able to convey his / her thoughts on basic knowledge and skills at the level of written and verbal communication. - To share his / her thoughts and solutions to the problems related to his / her field with experts and non-experts. - To be able to follow information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level. - To be able to use information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of European Computer Driving License required by the field.
4) - To be able to evaluate the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field with a critical approach, to determine and meet the learning needs. - To be able to direct his / her education to an advanced level of education in the same field or to a profession at the same level. - Not to have gained awareness of lifelong learning.
5) - To have social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To have sufficient awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.
6) - To be able to conduct a basic level study independently. - To be able to take responsibility as a team member to solve unforeseen complex problems encountered in the applications related to the field. - To be able to carry out activities for the development of employees working under their responsibility within the framework of a project.
7) - To have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks containing current information in the field, application tools and other resources.
8) To be able to use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field. - Interpret and evaluate data using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, identify problems, analyze, develop solutions based on research and evidence.
9) - To be able to inform the relevant persons and institutions about the related subjects; transfer ideas and solutions to problems in written and orally. - To share his / her thoughts and solutions to the problems related to the field with the experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. -To be able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which he / she lives with a sense of social responsibility. - To follow the information in his / her field and to communicate with his / her colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level. - To be able to use information and communication technologies together with computer software at the Advanced Level of European Computer Driving License required by the field. - To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To have sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.
10) - To be able to critically evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, - Identify learning needs and direct learning. - To develop positive attitudes about lifelong learning.
11) To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To have sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety
12) - To be able to conduct an advanced study independently. - To be able to take responsibility as an individual and as a team member to solve unforeseen complex problems encountered in the applications related to the field. - To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of employees working under their responsibility.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To have theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources with current knowledge in the field based on the qualifications gained at the secondary level.
2)	- To gain the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level at an advanced level or at the same level in the same field. - To be able to interpret and evaluate the data by using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field, to identify and analyze the problems, to develop solutions based on evidence.
3)	- To be able to convey his / her thoughts on basic knowledge and skills at the level of written and verbal communication. - To share his / her thoughts and solutions to the problems related to his / her field with experts and non-experts. - To be able to follow information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level. - To be able to use information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of European Computer Driving License required by the field.
4)	- To be able to evaluate the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field with a critical approach, to determine and meet the learning needs. - To be able to direct his / her education to an advanced level of education in the same field or to a profession at the same level. - Not to have gained awareness of lifelong learning.
5)	- To have social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To have sufficient awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.
6)	- To be able to conduct a basic level study independently. - To be able to take responsibility as a team member to solve unforeseen complex problems encountered in the applications related to the field. - To be able to carry out activities for the development of employees working under their responsibility within the framework of a project.
7)	- To have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks containing current information in the field, application tools and other resources.
8)	To be able to use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field. - Interpret and evaluate data using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, identify problems, analyze, develop solutions based on research and evidence.
9)	- To be able to inform the relevant persons and institutions about the related subjects; transfer ideas and solutions to problems in written and orally. - To share his / her thoughts and solutions to the problems related to the field with the experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. -To be able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which he / she lives with a sense of social responsibility. - To follow the information in his / her field and to communicate with his / her colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level. - To be able to use information and communication technologies together with computer software at the Advanced Level of European Computer Driving License required by the field. - To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To have sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.
10)	- To be able to critically evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, - Identify learning needs and direct learning. - To develop positive attitudes about lifelong learning.
11)	To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To have sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety
12)	- To be able to conduct an advanced study independently. - To be able to take responsibility as an individual and as a team member to solve unforeseen complex problems encountered in the applications related to the field. - To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of employees working under their responsibility.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Lesson

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

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

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	1	% 10
Presentation	1	% 10
Midterms	1	% 20
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	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Midterms	1	1
Final	1	1
Total Workload		44