Bitirme Ödevi
cdincer@gsu.edu.tr
Content
Objective
-The objective of this course is to enable students to apply the theoretical knowledge and skills acquired throughout their undergraduate studies to a research topic in the field of business administration. The course aims to develop students' abilities to conduct academic research, review relevant literature, formulate research questions, perform analyses, and produce academic work. It also seeks to enhance their independent working, critical thinking, and research skills in accordance with academic integrity and ethical principles.
Course Content
-Selection of a research topic in the field of business administration, formulation of the research problem and research questions, scientific literature review, development of the theoretical framework, selection of the research methodology, preparation of a research plan, use of academic sources, academic writing conventions, and research ethics. Individual research activities and supervision aimed at preparing the graduation project.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Identify a research topic and formulate a research problem in the field of business administration.
2. Conduct and critically evaluate an academic literature review relevant to the research topic.
3. Formulate research questions and establish the theoretical framework of the study.
4. Select an appropriate scientific research methodology and develop a research plan.
5. Use academic sources and apply appropriate academic referencing and writing conventions.
6. Conduct research in accordance with academic integrity and ethical principles.
7. Demonstrate independent working, critical thinking, and academic writing skills.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Individual supervision, research-based learning, independent study, literature review, applied research activities, academic writing, and feedback from the academic supervisor.
References
National and international academic books and scientific articles relevant to the research topic.
Academic databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, ScienceDirect, JSTOR, and Google Scholar.
Electronic resources available through the university library.
Reference books on scientific research methods and academic writing.
Topic-specific academic publications recommended by the academic supervisor.
Weekly Contents
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Graduation Project |
| 2 | Selection of the Research Topic |
| 3 | Formulation of the Research Problem |
| 4 | Defining Research Objectives and Questions |
| 5 | Introduction to Research Methods |
| 6 | Academic Literature Review |
| 7 | Accessing and Evaluating Academic Sources |
| 8 | Classification and Synthesis of Literature |
| 9 | Development of the Theoretical Framework |
| 10 | Development of the Research Model and Hypotheses |
| 11 | Selection of Research Methodology and Design |
| 12 | Academic Writing and Referencing |
| 13 | Preparation of the Research Plan and Draft |
| 14 | Evaluation of Research Progress |
Assessment System
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 1 | 40 |
| Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 60 |
| Total | 2 | 100 |
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | 1 | 40 |
| Presentation | 0 | 0 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 1 | 60 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
| Make-up | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 100 |
Relation of Proficiency
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | The acquisition of high-level knowledge of the functions of production management and marketing, management, accounting and finance; the skill of using this knowledge. | X | ||||
| 2 | The acquisition of basic conceptual knowledge about scientific fields related to professional life, such as law, economics, sociology, psychology, social psychology and quantitative methods. | X | ||||
| 3 | The ability to work effectively in a team; the ability to pass on knowledge to other members of the team. | |||||
| 4 | The competence to use his/her knowledge on the field, to analyze and interpret the data obtained, to identify the problems encountered, to provide appropriate solutions and scientifically defend these solution suggestions when necessary. | X | ||||
| 5 | The competence to determine the aims and objectives of the company or institution in which he/she is employed by taking into account the needs, the competitive dynamics of the market and by calculating the risks incurred; the ability to engage in entrepreneurship and establish and manage a business. | X | ||||
| 6 | Awareness of constantly updating his/her professional knowledge and skills; the ability to adapt to change and innovation; the competence to evaluate critically the information he/she has acquired. | X | ||||
| 7 | Basic knowledge of information and communication technologies required for professional life; the ability to use core office programs at an advanced level; expertise in data processing and report writing in the IT environment. | X | ||||
| 8 | Ability to follow current information in his/her field in both English and French and to communicate in writing and verbally with stakeholders in both languages. | X | ||||
| 9 | The ability to conduct researches and studies taking into account the market, dynamics of competition, organizational and global factors and scientific methods; contribute to projects, take responsibility in projects, display competence to make innovative and effective decisions. | X | ||||
| 10 | Ability to develop strategies, find creative solutions to management problems by building relations with other areas of the social sciences and take the responsibility of these decisions. | X | ||||
| 11 | Consciousness of taking into account ethical values, when making decisions and being involved in business life. | X | ||||
| 12 | Awareness of the impact of practices related to his/her field on the global and social dimensions (universality of social rights, social justice, cultural values, environmental problems, sustainability, etc.) and their legal consequences. | X | ||||
ECTS
| Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Hours | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Working Hours out of Class | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Examinations (including preparation) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 1 | 125 | 125 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Make-up | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Yıl Sonu | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hazırlık Yıl Sonu | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hazırlık Bütünleme | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Workload | 125 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 | 5.00 | ||
| Credits ECTS | 5 | ||