UNI394 Modern Leadership TheoriesIstinye UniversityDegree Programs Electrical and Electronic Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI394
Course Name: Modern Leadership Theories
Semester: Spring
Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. CEM ŞEN
Course Lecturer(s): Cem ŞEN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The purpose of this course is to introduce modern leadership theories and concepts that are useful in understanding leadership. This course will provide the fundamental concepts of leadership, and the evolution of leadership theories up to now.
What does it take to help leaders communicate and lead in today’s modern world? A simple word answer would be “Contemporary Leadership”. Even the most personable and engaging leaders can benefit from contemporary leadership approaches. In the past half-century, the study of leadership has evolved. It offers many new models and frameworks. These offerings help to explore what it means to be a leader and practice leadership well. There are many theories of leadership. Some promote traditional leadership theory approaches, while others promote contemporary leadership theory approaches.
Course Content: This course encompasses the fundamental concepts of leadership, leadership vs. management, the historical evolution of the main leadership theories, soft and hard skills of a leader, effective leadership behavior, contingency models of leadership, and contemporary leadership styles.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Reach original results by using the field's interdisciplinary character
2) Position the field of leadership in the broader field of social sciences and identify its interdisciplinary relations
3) Follow the developments in the leadership field
4) Participate in research projects in the field of leadership and take part both as a researcher and as a project conductor by the project goals and needs
5) Develop strategies and plans for modern leadership styles
6) Evaluate the leadership knowledge they gained from a critical point of view
7) Contribute to academic and applied studies in leadership
8) Identify ethical values of the field and be aware of issues such as the universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction & Definition of Leadership Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
2) Leadership vs Management Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
3) Historical Evolution of the Main Leadership Theories Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
4) Soft and Hard Skills of a Leader Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
5) Effective Leadership Behavior Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
6) Contingency Models of Leadership Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
7) Contemporary Leadership Styles: Charismatic Leadership, Paternalistic Leadership, Authentic Leadership Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
8) Strategic Leadership, Visionary Leadership, Ethical Leadership Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
9) Servant Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Transactional Leadership Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
10) Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory, Agile Leadership Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
11) Leadership Training and Development in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
12) Leadership Ethics and Diversity Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
13) Building Social Exchanges and Fairness Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
14) Leadership Development and Organizational Change Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)
15) FINAL Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Leadership in Organizations, 2007 (Seventh Edition), Gary Yukl
References: Ders Notları/Sunumlar (ppt yansıları) / Lecturer's Handouts/Presentations (ppt slides)

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and Electrical and Electronics engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex electrical and electronics engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex circuit, device or system to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in electrical and electronics engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or electrical and electronics engineering research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multidisciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effectice reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in electrical and electronics engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of electrical and electronics engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in electrical and electronics engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of electrical and electronics engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and Electrical and Electronics engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex electrical and electronics engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex circuit, device or system to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in electrical and electronics engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or electrical and electronics engineering research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multidisciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effectice reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in electrical and electronics engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of electrical and electronics engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in electrical and electronics engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of electrical and electronics engineering solutions.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 15 % 10
Quizzes 2 % 20
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Final Pratik 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 100
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK %
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 15 45
Homework Assignments 1 30
Quizzes 2 20
Final 1 30
Total Workload 125