GENERAL BUSINESS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LOY105	GENERAL BUSINESS	1	3	3	7

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to introduce basic concepts in business, types of it, productivity concepts and integration in business.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include; definition of business, types of it, environmental elements, business functions, types of productivity, economic integrations.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain basic concepts in business.
Differentiate between types of business and legal concepts.
Estimate the most appropriate business capacity.
Classify small and medium sized enterprises.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Review on the Subject	System Concept and Place of Business in the System	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
2	Literature Review on the Subject	Business Concept and Operation Process	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
3	Literature Review on the Subject	Definition and Types of Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
4	Literature Review on the Subject	Rationalization and Main Criteria in Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
5	Literature Review on the Subject	Business Functions	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
6	Literature Review on the Subject	Business Types	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
7	Literature Review on the Subject	Management Function in Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature Review on the Subject	Human Resources Functions of Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
10	Literature Review on the Subject	Marketing Functions of Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
11	Literature Review on the Subject	Financial Functions of Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
12	Literature Review on the Subject	Accounting Functions of Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
13	Literature Review on the Subject	Production Functions of Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
14	Literature Review on the Subject	Environmental Functions and Liabilities in Business	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
15	Literature Review on the Subject	General Revision	Presentation/Lecture/Interactive Web Tools
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Cetin C., Can Mutlu, E. (2013). Temel isletmecilige giris. Istanbul: Beta Publications
Mirze, K. (2013) Isletme. Istanbul: Literatur Publications
Collins, K. (2012). Exploring Business. L.L.C.: Flat World Knowledge

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

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 basic concepts related with logistics.					4
2	Relate the information on economy and sustainability with the field.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the planning and implementation process in logistics operations.					4
2	Relate the theoretical and practical knowledge in the field with International Trade, Business and Economics.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Generate a solution for the problems encountered in logistics activities				3
2	Apply analytical methods and modeling techniques in logistics planning processes				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the theoretical and practical knowledge about the field within the framework of logistics operations.				3
2	Prepare visual report, presentation and project in English and Turkish about logistics activities.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Decide the follow-up and control processes of logistics operations.				3
2	Perform as a leader or a team member and complete the tasks assigned to him/her in the team regarding the planning and implementation of logistic activities.				3
3	Prepare the logistic projects.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Research on scientific, sectoral developments and innovations related to the field.				3
2	Gain the basic knowledge necessary for the planning process of logistics activities and human resources performance management.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follow national and international sectoral practices and arrange projects and organizations related to logistics area including sustainability, environmental awareness and energy efficiency elements.				3
2	Cooperate to bring innovative ideas to the stakeholders in the sector using logistics-related databases, information and communication technologies.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by taking into account his legal, social and ethical responsibilities.						5
2	Decide on the necessary planning and regulations regarding his/her field by considering the legal aspects of logistics applications.						5

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	10	5	50
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	4	20
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	179