Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SKY431 | PUBLIC BUREAUCRACY | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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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 | Assist.Prof. HABİBE GÜNGÖR |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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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) |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management
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Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation
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Define basic concepts related with aviation management.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.
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Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.
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Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.
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Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Manage operational activities related to the airline.
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Gain lifelong learning skills and use knowledge of the field in the business life with the awareness of social responsibility.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.
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Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.
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Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.
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Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.
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Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Execute a study in his/her field independently.
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Decide as an individual or a team member to solve the problems encountered in applications related to the field.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.
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Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.
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Explain his/her thoughts on the issues related to the field and suggestions for solutions to the problems by the related departments by using supporting quantitative and qualitative data.
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Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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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 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 128 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |