E-Commerce and Marketing
Course Details

KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of E-Commerce and Marketing
Course Details
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of E-Commerce and Marketing
Course Details

| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08010102 | General Business Administration | 1 | Autumn | 1 | 3+0+0 | 4 | 4 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | The course will utilize textbooks, presentations, and video lectures, employing methods such as explanations, examples, and practice questions to reinforce the topics. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Hacer DUYGU |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Hacer DUYGU | C-125 | [email protected] | 7433 | Thursday 15:00-16:00 |
Course Content
The General Business course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts, operational principles, and functions of business management and organizations. The course covers topics such as the characteristics, objectives, and classification of businesses; their relationship with the environment; internal environment and organizational dynamics; business functions including management, human resources, marketing, production, accounting, finance, R&D, and public relations; as well as business ethics and corporate social responsibility. Additionally, students reinforce their theoretical knowledge through case studies, practical examples, and analyses based on economic indicators. The course is designed to enable students to grasp business processes from a holistic perspective and to develop their analytical thinking skills.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of the General Business course is to provide students with fundamental knowledge of business management and organizational concepts, theories, and practices. The course is designed to help students understand the functioning of businesses, grasp management processes, and develop skills in strategic decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical thinking. Additionally, it aims to raise students'awareness of current business practices and organizational operations.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses | X |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Business Science |
| 2 | Fundamental concepts related to business |
| 3 | Characteristics and Objectives of Businesses |
| 4 | Classification of Businesses |
| 5 | Business and Its Environment (The Business as an Open System) |
| 6 | The Internal Environment of Business and Organizational Dynamics |
| 7 | Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility |
| 8 | Establishment Processes in Businesses |
| 9 | Business Functions: Management Function and Human Resources Function |
| 10 | Business Functions: Marketing Function and Production Function |
| 11 | Business Functions: Accounting Function and Finance Function |
| 12 | Business Functions: R&D Function and Public Relations Function |
| 13 | Capital Market, Stock Exchanges, Key Economic Indicators, Sources of Finance |
| 14 | Case Study |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 6 | 5 | 30 |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 132 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4,40 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 4 | ||
