HRE414 Corporate Social ResponsibiltyIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Aviation ManagementGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Aviation Management
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: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Common Pool
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

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2

Program Outcomes
1) He/she has in-depth information required by the legal, social and environmental framework in which all transportation operations, especially aviation, are involved.
2) He/she has advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, supported by books, equipment and other sources containing up-to-date information on air transportation / logistics.
3) He/she has sufficient knowledge for the technical aspects of air transportation and logistics.
4) He/she has sufficient legal knowledge on basic issues related to international trade and business.
5) He/she uses theoretical and practical knowledge in aviation business management, logistics, transportation and business management solutions together.
6) He/she uses theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science and transportation together to solve operational problems.
7) He/she identifies, defines, formulates and solves basic problems related to the field of air transportation / logistics. For this purpose, he/she selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques.
8) He/she analyzes a system, system component or process and designs it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; applies modern design methods accordingly.
9) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools required for basic applications in air transportation / logistics.
10) He/she independently conducts a comprehensive advanced level study in air transportation / logistics.
11) He/she accesses information by doing research, uses databases and other information resources.
12) He/she works effectively in multidisciplinary teams and takes responsibility.
13) He/she plans project development studies in the field and manages related activities.
14) He/she organizes, plans and directs teamwork in air transportation / logistics related comprehensive projects.
15) With the awareness of the necessity of life-long learning, he/she follows science and technology developments in aviation management, logistics and transportation and renews himself/herself constantly. He/she also evaluates the knowledge / skills acquired in the field with a critical thinking.
16) He/she works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams in aviation management, national and international transportation and logistics environments both in theoretical and applied fields.
17) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools necessary for air transport / logistics applications.
18) He/she communicates effectively with relevant people and institutions, being aware of the universal and social effects of applications and solutions in the aviation field.
19) He/she develops solutions to problems and shares his ideas in writing and verbally, supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
20) He/she has a comprehensive understanding about management of aviation companies, safety and security issues in aviation, air law, airport operations and technical aspects of aviation specific applications.
21) He/she is aware of the aviation principles and values. He/she has professional and ethical responsibility.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) He/she has in-depth information required by the legal, social and environmental framework in which all transportation operations, especially aviation, are involved.
2) He/she has advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, supported by books, equipment and other sources containing up-to-date information on air transportation / logistics.
3) He/she has sufficient knowledge for the technical aspects of air transportation and logistics.
4) He/she has sufficient legal knowledge on basic issues related to international trade and business.
5) He/she uses theoretical and practical knowledge in aviation business management, logistics, transportation and business management solutions together.
6) He/she uses theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science and transportation together to solve operational problems.
7) He/she identifies, defines, formulates and solves basic problems related to the field of air transportation / logistics. For this purpose, he/she selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques.
8) He/she analyzes a system, system component or process and designs it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; applies modern design methods accordingly.
9) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools required for basic applications in air transportation / logistics.
10) He/she independently conducts a comprehensive advanced level study in air transportation / logistics.
11) He/she accesses information by doing research, uses databases and other information resources.
12) He/she works effectively in multidisciplinary teams and takes responsibility.
13) He/she plans project development studies in the field and manages related activities.
14) He/she organizes, plans and directs teamwork in air transportation / logistics related comprehensive projects.
15) With the awareness of the necessity of life-long learning, he/she follows science and technology developments in aviation management, logistics and transportation and renews himself/herself constantly. He/she also evaluates the knowledge / skills acquired in the field with a critical thinking.
16) He/she works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams in aviation management, national and international transportation and logistics environments both in theoretical and applied fields.
17) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools necessary for air transport / logistics applications.
18) He/she communicates effectively with relevant people and institutions, being aware of the universal and social effects of applications and solutions in the aviation field.
19) He/she develops solutions to problems and shares his ideas in writing and verbally, supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
20) He/she has a comprehensive understanding about management of aviation companies, safety and security issues in aviation, air law, airport operations and technical aspects of aviation specific applications.
21) He/she is aware of the aviation principles and values. He/she has professional and ethical 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