ECTS - Leadership Theory and Practice I

Leadership Theory and Practice I (PR413) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Leadership Theory and Practice I PR413 General Elective 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A
Course Language English
Course Type Elective Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Observation Case Study.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Burcu Tuncer
Course Assistants
Course Objectives The topics will be discussed within the framework of historical and current applications of leadership theories . Personal and organizational dimension of leadership, priorities, impacts of leadership on strategic decision making processes are covered.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Define the concepts of leader and leadership.
  • Understand the differences between the manager and the leader
  • Define the relationship between leader and power
  • Identify and describe a variety of theories of leadership
  • Synthesize their learning through a project.
Course Content Historical and current applications of leadership theories, personal and organizational dimension of leadership, priorities, impacts of leadership on strategic decision making processes.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction
2 Definition and Significance of Leadership, Individual Differences and Traits
3 Güç ve Liderlik
4 The Trait Theory of Leadership
5 The Behavioral Theory of Leadership
6 The Behavioral Theory of Leadership Cont.
7 Midterm Preparation
8 Midterm
9 The Contingency Theory of Leadership
10 New Theories of Leadership
11 Gender, Diversity, and Cross-Cultural Leadership
12 Presentations
13 Presentations
14 Conclusion and Evaluation
15 Case Study
16 Final Exam

Sources

Course Book 1. Afsaneh Nahavandi, (2014), The Art and Science of Leadership, Pearson.
2. Andrew J. DuBrin, (2015), Leadership: Research Findings, Practice, and Skills, South-Western College Pub.
3. Gary Yukl, (2012), Leadership in Organizations, Prentice Hall Inc.

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 1 30
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 1 30
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 3 100
Percentage of Semester Work 100
Percentage of Final Work 0
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge in mathematics, science, fundamental engineering, computational science, and related engineering disciplines; the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.
2 Problem Analysis: The ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems using fundamental science, mathematics, and engineering knowledge, while keeping in mind the relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals.
3 Engineering Design: The ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products to meet current and future requirements, taking into account realistic constraints and conditions.
4 Techniques and Tool Usage: The ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and information tools, including estimation and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
5 Research and Investigation: The ability to use research methods, including literature review, experimental design, experiment execution, data collection, analysis and interpretation of results, for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
6 Global Impact of Engineering Applications: Information about the impacts of engineering applications on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability and the environment within the framework of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
7 Engineering Ethics: Awareness of ethical responsibility and adherence to engineering professional principles; impartiality and inclusivity without discrimination.
8 Individual and Teamwork: The ability to work effectively individually and as a team member or leader in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or mixed).
9 Oral and Written Communication: The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing on technical topics, taking into account the diverse differences of the target audience (education, language, profession, etc.).
10 Project Management: Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
11 Lifelong Learning: Lifelong learning skills encompassing the ability to learn independently and continuously, adapt to new and emerging technologies, and think critically about technological changes.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments 1 20 20
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 1 20 20
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 25 25
Total Workload 113