TS 215 | Course Introduction and Application Information - Department of Opticianry

Course Name

Business Administration I

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
TS 215	Fall/Spring	2	0	2	3

Prerequisites	None
Course Language	Turkish
Course Type	Elective
Course Level	Short Cycle
Mode of Delivery	-
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	Discussion Group Work Problem Solving Case Study Q&A Lecture / Presentation
National Occupation Classification	-
Course Coordinator	Öğr. Gör. Şebnem Karakaş
Course Lecturer(s)	Öğr. Gör. Şebnem Karakaş
Assistant(s)	-

Course Objectives

The primary goal of this course is to provide students with a broad overview of the business field and establish a fundamental grasp of business concepts. Furthermore, it seeks to enhance students’ comprehension of the business environment by educating them on essential business principles, the functioning of businesses and the fundamental dynamics of the business realm. Ultimately, this course endeavors to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to navigate their career paths.

Learning Outcomes

#	Content	PC Sub	* Contribution Level
#	Content	PC Sub	1	2	3	4	5
1	Describe basic concepts related to Business Administration
2	Define functions of administration of a business
3	Take part as a member of the team and may offer a solution for encountered problem in the Business Administration field,
4	Use skills of team management in accordance with function of directing in the light of acquired knowledge,
5	Use basic computer programs programs, social media and other technology of communication necessary for Business Administration field,
6	Define Modernism – Postmodernism – Postmodernism Administration Approaches
7	Follow developments and publications related to their field with comprehension of Lifelong Learning

Course Description

Throughout this introductory course, students will receive theoretical and practical instruction that primarily focuses on the core objectives of business environment, its functions, the internal and external business environment, industry analysis, and various business models. Additionally, the course will explore topics such as business ethics, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility through real-world examples. The foundational functions of businesses will be assessed individually, laying the groundwork for business concepts and management principles.

Course Category	Core Courses
	Major Area Courses
	Supportive Courses	X
	Media and Management Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

Week	Subjects	Related Preparation	Learning Outcome
1	Introduction; outline of the course flow; a broad overview of the core business concepts.
2	Basic concepts of business; businesses by geographic scope	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
3	Business environment: Internal and external environment of the business	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
4	SWOT analysis; Porter’s five forces: Industrial analysis	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
5	Business ethics; corporate social responsibility; responsibilities to stakeholders	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
6	Classification of businesses: Nature of the product produced; different legal structures of businesses	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
7	Entrepreneurship: Starting a new business	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
8	Midterm Exam
9	Management function: Planning, organizing, leading, controlling	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
10	Human resources function: planning, recruitment process, orientation, training, performance evaluation, salary management	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
11	Marketing function: Product, price, place, promotion	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
12	Research and Development function	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
13	Production function: production system; production management; new trends in production process	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
14	Accounting and finance: basic accounting concepts; basic charts; uniform system of accounts; short and long-term investment decisions	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
15	Semester Review	The textbooks referenced below and course slides
16	Final

Course Notes/Textbooks	Getman, L., McDaniel, Carl, Shah, A., Reece, M., Koffel, L., Talsma, B., Hyatt, JC., Introduction to Business, Openstax, 2018, ISBN: 978-1-947172-55-5
Suggested Readings/Materials	Daft, RL., Management, Cengage, 14^th ed., ISBN: 978-0357139752 Zeytinoglu, GN. Introduction to Business, TC Anadolu University Publication, E-ISBN: 978-975-06-2416-2

Semester Activities	Number	Weighting	LO 1	LO 2	LO 3	LO 4	LO 5	LO 6	LO 7
Participation	1	10
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	1	20
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm	1	30
Final Exam	1	40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade	3	60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade	1	40
Total

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)	16	2	32
Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)	16		0
Study Hours Out of Class	10	1	10
Field Work			0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	1	10	10
Portfolio			0
Homework / Assignments			0
Presentation / Jury			0
Project			0
Seminar / Workshop			0
Oral Exam			0
Midterms	1	18	18
Final Exam	1	20	20
		Total	90

#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	To have the required contemporary theoretical and practical knowledge in his/her field		-	-	-	-	-
2	To use the material and technology related to his/her field, and make their maintenance, use the information and communication technologies at basic level		-	-	-	-	-
3	To have the competency to recognize the problems in his/her field, analyze them, develop evidence-based solutions and have the ability to share their suggestions with others		X	-	-	-	-
4	To be aware of legal responsibilities, conduct basic studies in her/his field independently		-	-	-	-	-
5	To communicate with patients, relatives and colleagues properly, comprehensively, honestly and explicitly, transfer his/her thoughts and knowledge through written and oral communication		-	-	-	-	-
6	To take responsibility as an active team member during the practices in his/her field		-	-	-	-	-
7	To commentate and evaluate the scientific information with a critical approach by the help of knowledge gained in his/her field		-	-	-	-	-
8	To comprehend the importance of lifelong learning, to determine and meet her/his learning needs, to develop herself/himself by monitoring the development in science and technology		-	-	-	-	-
9	To act by considering the universal ethical values, social and cultural characteristics		-	-	-	-	-
10	To know the concepts of occupational safety, patient safety, environmental protection and quality, and fulfill the requirements		-	-	-	-	-
11	To be able to follow information in his field and communicate with colleagues in English at least a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level		-	-	-	-	-
12	To have knowledge and skills related to the administrative responsibility and management of an optician’s store		-	-	-	X	-
13	To monitor visual health related products, determine the needs of the optician’s store and carry out activities for development		-	X	-	-	-

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