Code |
Name of the Course Unit |
Semester |
In-Class Hours (T+P) |
Credit |
ECTS Credit |
SKY431 |
PUBLIC BUREAUCRACY |
5 |
3 |
3 |
5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
Language of Instruction : |
Turkish |
Level of the Course Unit : |
BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : |
Elective |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit |
- |
Coordinator of the Course Unit |
Assoc.Prof. SARP BAĞCAN |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit |
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Course Prerequisite |
No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
Objectives of the Course Unit: |
This course aims to provide examination of the concept of bureaucracy and its theories and the development process of public bureaucracy in Turkey. |
Contents of the Course Unit: |
Contents of the course include the subjects such as the concept of Bureaucracy, theoretic approaches, the relationship between the state and bureaucracy, the development of bureaucracy and its relationship with politics in Turkey. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
Define the different meanings of bureaucracy. |
Interpret the different theoretical comprehensions (Classical Liberal Theory, Liberal Pluralistic Theory, Elitist Theory, Marxist Theory) for the concept of bureaucracy. |
Analyze the development and nature of the state and its relation with bureaucracy. |
Discuss the relationship between the bureaucracy and politics in the historical context. |
Summarize the development stages of bureaucracy in Turkey historically. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
Week |
Preparatory |
Topics(Subjects) |
Method |
1 |
- |
Introduction to the Course and the Syllabus |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
2 |
Reading |
Defining the Bureaucracy Concept |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
3 |
Reading |
Historical Development of Bureaucracy |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
4 |
Reading |
Introduction to Bureaucracy Theories: Classical Liberal Theory and Bureaucracy |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
5 |
Reading |
Liberal Pluralistic Theory and Bureaucracy |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
6 |
Reading |
Elitist Theory and Bureaucracy |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
7 |
Reading |
Marxist Theory and Bureaucracy |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
8 |
- |
MID-TERM EXAM |
- |
9 |
Reading |
Introduction to Weber Bureaucracy |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion |
10 |
Reading |
Weber Bureaucracy II |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Research & Group Work |
11 |
Reading |
Bureaucracy and Power |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Research & Group Work |
12 |
Reading |
Development Process of Bureaucracy in Turkey |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Research & Group Work |
13 |
Reading |
Relations Between Bureaucracy and Politics in Turkey |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Research & Group Work |
14 |
Reading |
Relations Between Bureaucracy and Politics in Turkey |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Research & Group Work |
15 |
Reading |
General Evaluation |
Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Research & Group Work |
16 |
- |
FINAL EXAM |
- |
17 |
- |
FINAL EXAM |
- |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
Heper, M (1982). Burokrasi, Cumhuriyet Donemi Turkiye Ansiklopedisi. Volume 2. page 290‐297. Istanbul: Iletisim. |
Farazmand, A. (2009) “Bureaucracy, Administration, and Politics: An Introduction”, in A. Farazmand (ed.) Bureaucracy and Administration, CRC Press, pp. 1-18. |
Weber, M. (1946) “Bureaucracy” in HH. Gerth and C. Wright Mills (eds) From Max Weber: Essays in Essays in Sociology. Oxford University Press. pp. 80-85. |
ASSESSMENT |
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities |
Number of Activities |
Degree of Contribution (%) |
Description |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
KNOWLEDGE |
Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Describe basic communication theories with the knowledge gained in public relations and publicity.
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2 |
List the main features of communication in items.
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3 |
Interpret the basic characteristics of communication and create a creative solution to ensure reconciliation in an existing communication problem.
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KNOWLEDGE |
Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Use the basic information in the field of Public Relations and Publicity in interdisciplinary studies.
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2 |
Evaluate the knowledge related to social and natural sciences and produce projects in professional life.
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3 |
Tell the basic concepts of public relations and advertising in detail.
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SKILLS |
Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Analyze and evaluate social events at national and international level in the light of current debates.
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2 |
Use the leadership, communication and presentation skills in occupational events.
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SKILLS |
Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Follow the innovations in the field of communication and important written and oral communication tools related to the field.
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2 |
Write press releases for the purpose of introducing the institution he/she works at or owns.
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3 |
Create communication programs within the public relations and advertising campaign.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Use published domestic and foreign data sources related to public relations and advertising in the field of communication and communication area in his / her own works such as articles and projects.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Evaluate the planning processes of past communication programs, public relations and advertising practices.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Communication & Social |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Use communication techniques in the right place, environment and time.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
1 |
Plan communication programs in the awareness of ethical values in the professional work.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
Type of the Learning Activites |
Learning Activities (# of week) |
Duration (hours, h) |
Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities |
14 |
3 |
42 |
Preliminary & Further Study |
13 |
2 |
26 |
Land Surveying |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Group Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Laboratory |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Reading |
14 |
2 |
28 |
Assignment (Homework) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Project Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Seminar |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Internship |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Technical Visit |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Web Based Learning |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Implementation/Application/Practice |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Practice at a workplace |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Occupational Activity |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Social Activity |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Thesis Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Field Study |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Report Writing |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Final Exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam |
4 |
5 |
20 |
Mid-Term Exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam |
2 |
5 |
10 |
Short Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
TOTAL |
49 |
0 |
128 |
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Total Workload of the Course Unit |
128 |
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Workload (h) / 25.5 |
5 |
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ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit |
5,0 |
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