Information Package / Course Catalogue
Human Relations and Communication
Course Code: BESE237
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

To have knowledge and skills about the basic concepts and principles of human relations, communication theories, models and skills.

Course Content

Definition of communication, types, interpersonal relations, positive and negative communication, emotional intelligence and humor in interpersonal relations and communication, reliability, effective presentation techniques, conflict resolution.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Mehmet ULUKAN
Learning Outcomes
1. Understands the importance of human relations
2. Describe the basic concepts of human relations
3.Explains communication concepts, models and principles.
4.Explain what interpersonal communication is, its basic functions and assumptions
5.Understands and applies what empathic understanding is.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Kaya, A. (Editor). (2017). Interpersonal Relationships and Effective Communication. Ankara: Pegem Academy.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Communication definition, types, elements
Week 2 - Theoretical
Communication models and communication classifications
Week 3 - Theoretical
Positive communication and items
Week 4 - Theoretical
Listening and reacting
Week 5 - Theoretical
Humor in interpersonal relationships and communication
Week 6 - Theoretical
Negative communication and communication barriers
Week 7 - Theoretical
assertiveness
Week 8 - Theoretical
Studies/Evaluation on Concepts of Human Relationships and Communication
Week 9 - Theoretical
Effective presentation techniques
Week 10 - Theoretical
Conflict and conflict resolution
Week 11 - Theoretical
Family relations and communication
Week 12 - Theoretical
Communication models
Week 13 - Theoretical
Communication classifications
Week 14 - Theoretical
Course Evaluation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory143270
Assignment1011
Individual Work2012
Final Examination1112
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)75
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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PÇ-9
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OÇ-1
4
4
4
4
OÇ-2
4
4
4
4
OÇ-3
4
4
4
4
OÇ-4
4
4
4
4
OÇ-5
4
3
3
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026