| Course Title | Code | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career Planning | KRP102 | 2. Semester | 1 + 0 | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Course Type | |
| Mode of delivery | |
| Course Coordinator |
Assist. Prof. Dr. BÜŞRA TAKGİL |
| Instructor(s) |
Sümeyye BAYRAKDAR |
| Assistants | |
| Goals | Career Planning course enables students to get acquainted with the business world, different sectors and the requirements of these sectors; It aims to raise awareness in students about the importance of career planning in the preparation process for the business world. The course enables students to discover their personal competencies and to understand the expectations of the business world; helps them to develop their knowledge and skills in line with the requirements of the relevant sectors. |
| Course Content | Courses will be organized for first year university students in the fall semester, for 14 weeks, one hour per week. The courses, in accordance with the topics and course contents; It should be processed by university lecturers, industry professionals and guest educators who will be invited from other universities and non-governmental organizations. Supporting activities to be included in the course should be designed to inform students about the methods and tools used in professional applications and to gain the ability to use them in the most effective way, and should be supported by practical assignments. Career centers should support the course practically with activities that provide experience opportunities that will support students to develop their skills. A sample program of the course structure and contents is attached. |
| Learning Outcomes |
- Being aware of the services offered by the Career Center and communicating with the center, - Recognizes his/her strengths and areas of interest, recognizes his/her competencies and skills, - They know sectors such as public and private sector, academia, non-governmental organizations in more detail, understand the differences between sectors and know the career field suitable for their future plans, - Gains awareness about the expectations of the business world and the competencies they prioritize, - Understands the importance of developing fine skills in the career process and the importance of issues affecting communication such as body language, diction, and addressing, develops accurate and effective communication skills - Understands the importance of establishing a mutually beneficial relationship that is necessary for achieving career goals, - Be aware of support services such as university units (international relations-exchange office and exchange programs) and national and international scholarships (TÜBİTAK, national agency) that can support his career, - Gains knowledge about the ways of reaching the right resources and using the resources effectively in the career process, |
| Week | Topics | Learning Methods |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Explaining the purpose and scope of the course, career center services and opportunities to benefit from them. | Verbal Expression Visual Presentation Course Hours Other Activities |
| 2. Week | What is a Career? | Course Hours Other Activities Verbal Expression Visual Presentation |
| 3. Week | National and International Exchange Programs | Other Activities Verbal Expression Visual Presentation Course Hours |
| 4. Week | Basic Communication Skills | Visual Presentation Course Hours Verbal Expression Other Activities |
| 5. Week | Sector Days - Non-Governmental Organizations | Research Other Activities Visual Presentation Course Hours Verbal Expression |
| 6. Week | Soft Abilities | Course Hours Other Activities Verbal Expression Visual Presentation |
| 7. Week | Sector Days - Public Sector | Course Hours Research Other Activities Verbal Expression Visual Presentation |
| 8. Week | Diction and Body Language | Visual Presentation Course Hours Verbal Expression Other Activities |
| 9. Week | CV and Cover Letter Preparation | Verbal Expression Visual Presentation Course Hours Other Activities Research |
| 10. Week | Sector Days - Private Sector | Visual Presentation Other Activities Course Hours Verbal Expression |
| 11. Week | Effective Interview Techniques | Course Hours Visual Presentation Other Activities Verbal Expression |
| 12. Week | Sector Days - Academy | Other Activities Verbal Expression Visual Presentation Course Hours |
| 13. Week | Sector Days - Entrepreneurship | Course Hours Other Activities Research Verbal Expression Visual Presentation |
| 14. Week | Course Evaluation and Project Details | Practice Visual Presentation Course Hours Other Activities Verbal Expression |
| Videos supporting the course content recommended by the Presidential Human Resources Office. |
| Talent Gate platform. |
| Program Requirements | Contribution Level | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | DK5 | DK6 | DK7 | DK8 | Measurement Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| PY12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40,60 |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course's Level of contribution | None | Very Low | Low | Fair | High | Very High |
| Method of assessment/evaluation | Written exam | Oral Exams | Assignment/Project | Laboratory work | Presentation/Seminar |
| Event | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Hours | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Preparation, After Class Study | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Research | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Other Activities | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| Verbal Expression | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| Homework 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload | 51 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 2.0 | ||
