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 |
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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.
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1 |
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2 |
Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.
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1 |
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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.
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1 |
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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.
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1 |
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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.
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1 |
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2 |
Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
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1 |
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3 |
Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.
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1 |
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Autonomy & Responsibility |
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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.
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1 |
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2 |
Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.
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1 |
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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 |
Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.
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1 |
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2 |
Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.
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1 |
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Communication & Social |
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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.
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1 |
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2 |
Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.
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1 |
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|
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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 |
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.
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1 |
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2 |
Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.
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1 |
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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 |
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 |
|
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Workload (h) / 25.5 |
5,1 |
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ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit |
5,0 |
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