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PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH III PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
YDL303 PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH III 5 3 3 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : English
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. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The objective of this course is to enhance students' proficiency in English communication for professional settings. This course aims to further develop their language skills, focusing on advanced grammar, vocabulary, and communication strategies essential for successful interactions in various professional contexts.
Contents of the Course Unit: The content of this course includes advanced language proficiency, professional communication skills, negotiation and persuasion, Cross-cultural communication, technical terminology, and business etiquette.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Students will be able to develop their skills in advanced grammar and vocabulary.
Students will be able to make use of business writing and e-mail etiquette.
Students will be able to demonstrate formal presentations and plan public speaking.
Students will be able to plan negotiation and make use of persuasion skills.
Students will be able to name industry-specific terminology and distinguish them.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Reviewing the syllabus Introduction to the course Lecture and Discussion
2 Reading the assigned material Language Review and Vocabulary Expansion Lecture and Discussion
3 Reading the assigned material Business Writing and Email Etiquette Lecture and Discussion
4 Reading the assigned material Effective Presentations and Public Speaking Lecture and Discussion
5 Reading the assigned material Negotiation Skills and Conflict Resolution Lecture and Discussion
6 Reading the assigned material Cross-Cultural Communication Lecture and Discussion
7 Reading the assigned material Business Networking and Socializing Lecture and Discussion
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Reading the assigned material Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility Lecture and Discussion
10 Reading the assigned material Ethical Decision Making Lecture and Discussion
11 Reading the assigned material Proposal Writing Lecture and Discussion
12 Reading the assigned material Business Interviews and Professional Job Applications Lecture and Discussion
13 Reading the assigned material Intercultural Competence in Global Communication Lecture and Discussion
14 Preparing for the course revision Revision & Examples Lecture and Discussion
15 Preparing for the course revision Revision & Examples Lecture and Discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

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

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the theories, concepts and principles of the basic and sub-fields of business.
1
2
Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.
1

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Relate internationally valid business cases with the theories and concepts of other social sciences.
1

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Explain the current events and facts in his / her field analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills he / she has.
1

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use the theoretical and factual knowledge in business for occupational practices.
1
2
Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
1
3
Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.
1

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Plan research and work using knowledge and skills gained in the field of business.
1
2
Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.
1

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.
1
2
Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.
1

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Express his/her knowledge, thoughts and solutions on business to related stakeholders in written and verbal ways.
1
2
Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.
1

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values at the stages of collection of data, their implementation, interpretation and announcement of results in the field of business.
1
2
Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.
1

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 5 65
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
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 1 10 10
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 10 10
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 31 0 129
Total Workload of the Course Unit 129
Workload (h) / 25.5 5,1
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0