International Trade (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:

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):

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) 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

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