COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ELIF ÇIRKIN

Offered to

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Course Objective

It is aimed to realize a comprehensive field study in the field of interest in current topics in operations management.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

PRD 2002 - INTR.TO PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

1. Heizer, J., Render B., and Munson C., (2017). Operations Management - Sustainability and Supply Chain Management: Global Edition , 12/E.
2. Various articles regarding the current topics.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Group Work
2. Presentations
3. Class Discussions

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

1. Students must construct a detailed report.
2. All group members must contribute to the class discussions.
3. Late submissions of reports will not be graded.
4. All groups should present their work each week.


Assignment criterion 1
Clarity and Communication: Clear and coherent presentation of ideas, with well-structured arguments
and logical flow. Effective communication of findings and insights through concise and articulate
writing, suitable for an academic audience. (35 points)
Assignment criterion 2
Content Understanding: Demonstration of understanding key concepts and principles in each of the
mentioned fields. Accurate interpretation of the articles; content. Integration of concepts from multiple
articles to provide a comprehensive analysis. (35 points)
Assignment criterion 3
Integration of Multiple Perspectives: Integration of insights from articles covering different areas of
operations management, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of
the field. Recognition of interconnections and potential synergies between Green Manufacturing,
Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Management, Supply Chain Management, Smart Manufacturing,
and Smart Factories. (20 points)
Assignment criterion 4
Overall Synthesis: Integration of insights from all articles to provide a holistic view of the topics.
Synthesis of key takeaways and implications for the broader field of manufacturing and management.
(10 points)

Term project criterion 1
Comprehensive Analysis of Functional Areas: The project should provide a comprehensive analysis
of the manufacturing firms operations across key functional areas including Marketing,
Production/Operations, Finance/Accounting, and Human Resources, demonstrating a thorough
understanding of each area role in operations management. (25 points)

Term project criterion 2
Integration of Operations Management Principles: Assess the extent to which the project integrates
operations management principles discussed in the lecture of PRD 4242 into the analysis of each
functional area, highlighting their impact on overall operational performance. (25 points)

Term project criterion 3
Strategic Recommendations for Improvement: Assess the quality of strategic recommendations
provided for each functional area based on the analysis, aiming to enhance operational efficiency,
effectiveness, and competitiveness of the manufacturing firm. (30 points)

Term project criterion 4
Presentation Clarity and Professionalism: Evaluate the clarity, coherence, and professionalism of the
projects presentation, including organization, writing style, use of visuals (if applicable), and
adherence to academic standards, suitable for the lecture of PRD 4242 on Current Topics in
Operations Management. (20 points)

The rating scales as follows for each criterion:
This particular element is absent or falls short of expectations, and /or it is completely out of place within the
given context. Poor (0%) This particular element is somewhat absent and does not entirely fit the context. Fair
(40%) This particular element is developed satisfactorily and fits the context at an acceptable standard. Good
(60%) This particular element is developed in a good and professional way and fits into the context. Very good
(80%) The way this particular element is developed is noteworthy and fits perfectly into the context. Excellent
(100%)

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

1. Students should attend 70% of the course.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

elif.cirkin@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes