LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ILT418	LEADERSHIP	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	Assoc.Prof. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course explores leadership behavior through various leadership theories and approaches. Students will analyze real-world leadership cases, develop critical thinking skills, and apply leadership concepts in practical scenarios. The course will emphasize understanding different leadership styles, decision-making, and the impact of leadership on organizational outcomes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include the subjects such as Leadership concept, differences between leadership and management, characteristics of effective leaders, behavioral leadership approaches, situational leadership approaches and contemporary leadership approaches..

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Analyze leadership behavior using established theories and models.
Critically assess different leadership styles and their effectiveness in various contexts.
Evaluate leadership cases and propose solutions to leadership challenges.
Apply leadership theories to real-world situations.
Develop an understanding of ethical and effective leadership.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Chapter from book	Introduction to Leadership Theories	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
2	Chapter from book	Leadership Styles and Behaviors	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
3	Chapter from book	Contingency and Situational Leadership	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
4	Chapter from book	Transformational vs. Transactional Leadership	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
5	Chapter from book	Path-Goal Theory and Leader-Member Exchange (LMX)	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
6	Chapter from book	Servant and Ethical Leadership	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
7	Chapter from book	Gender and Cultural Influences on Leadership	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Chapter from book	Leadership Decision-Making	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
10	Chapter from book	Leadership and Power	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
11	Chapter from book	Adaptive Leadership	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
12	Chapter from book	Leadership Communication	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
13	Chapter from book	Leadership in Teams and Groups	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
14	Chapter from book	Emerging Leadership Trends	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
15	Chapter from book	Current Case Studies in Leadership	Lecture, Q&A method, cases
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Yukl, G. (2006). Leadership in Organizations, 9/e. Pearson Education India. Harvard Business Review. (2011). HBR's 10 must reads on leadership. Harvard Business Press. Drucker, P. F., Quinn, R. E., & Buckingham, M. (2006). Leadership fundamentals: Chart your course to great leadership. Language, 49, 28cm.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	35
Homework Assessment	1	10
Short Exam	1	5
Final Exam	1	50
Mid-Term Exam	1	50
Final Exam	1	50
TOTAL	6	200

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

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.
2	Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.

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.

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.

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.
2	Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
3	Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.

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.
2	Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.

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.
2	Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.

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.
2	Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.

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.
2	Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.

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	3	39
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	7	4	28
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	3	15
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	41	0	126