Graduate Education Institute · Big Data and Business Analytics · Master
ECTS: 7.5 T+P+L: 3+0+0 Compulsory
Coordinator: Doç. Dr. Sinem GÜLER
Instructors: Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Rıfgı Buğra BAĞCI
Course Objective
It is aimed to develop the competencies of understanding and using scientific information, the skills to conduct comprehensive scientific research, to know the research process, the steps to be applied in this process and what needs to be done, and to report and present the research results within the framework of general rules.
Course Content
Basic concepts in scientific research, Classification of scientific research, Scientific research process, Scientific research methods, Measurement problem and scales used in research, Data in research, Preparation of questionnaire form, Sampling information, Organization and analysis of data, Important issues in writing and presenting scientific reports, Main sections of scientific reports, Analysis of sources and methods of referencing, Formal structure of research reports and Turkish writing rules, Final report writing and ethical rules.
Required Resources
Course Presentations,
Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Research Methods and Techniques, Ankara, Nobel Publications.
Halil, Seyidoğlu, (2016). Scientific Research and Writing Handbook, Güzem Can Publications.
Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Research Methods and Techniques, Ankara, Nobel Publications.
Halil, Seyidoğlu, (2016). Scientific Research and Writing Handbook, Güzem Can Publications.
Recommended Resources
Lecture notes
Explanations
There will be one project assignment, one midterm exam, and one final exam at the end of the semester.
1. For projects to be presented at the end of the semester, the relevant topics and groups must be determined by the sixth week at the latest. Project presentation dates will then be announced later in the semester.
2. Exam dates are as announced in the table. Exam topics will be announced a reasonable time in advance. Make-up exams will be given for exams missed due to excuses accepted in accordance with IZU regulations.
3. The dates, times, and locations of the midterm and final exams will be announced by the Institute/Dean's Office.
4. If Assignment 1 and the Final Project Presentation are submitted later than the announced date, 20 points will be deducted.
5. Midterm Exams (Written Projects) will not be accepted after the deadline.
Rules
1. Attendance: According to regulations, if a student misses 30% of the total class time, they are marked as absent (DZ) and fail the course.
2. The instructor has the right to take attendance at any time in class.
3. Late Arrival: You are expected to not only arrive at class but also to participate in class on time. Please note that arriving late to three classes will count as one complete absence. Late arrival is defined as: attending class after the first 15 minutes of class and the instructor taking attendance.
4. Getting Help: Asking questions about the course during class or during office hours and learning the material on time is crucial for your education. We encourage our students to seek assistance when necessary.
5. Academic Honesty: You are expected to be solely responsible for the work that will be included in the course grade. In cases of unethical behavior such as plagiarism or cheating, disciplinary proceedings will be initiated in accordance with IZU's relevant regulations, and you will be subject to the necessary penalties.
6. The evaluations specified in this syllabus are fixed, and no additional compensatory assessments will be made to increase your grade.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Understanding the importance of science and scientific research
- To recognize basic concepts and different sources related to science and scientific research
- Defining the problem and determining research objectives
- Designing a scientific investigation
- Understanding the methods of conducting literature searches and accessing information
- To be informed about the scientific research process
- Ability to analyze data and interpret analyses
- Being able to prepare reports such as assignments, thesis, etc., taking into account the points to be considered when writing the sections of the research report.
- Being able to prepare academic presentations
Core Area Distribution
(22) Humanities%20 (31) Social and Behavioural Science%30 (34) Business and Administration%30 (46) Mathematics and Statistics%20
Teaching Methods
ExpressionQuestion-AnswerDiscussionPresentationGroup StudyCase StudySelf study
Assessment & Evaluation
HomeworkPerformance Assignment ( Lab / Workshop / Field Work / Seminar / Presentation / Completion Study / ThesisProject / DesignTesting (Essay / Tests: True-Falls, multiple-choice, short answer, matching)
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 17 | 3 | 51 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 17 | 3 | 51 |
| Midterm | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Practice | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General information about scientific research | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 2 | Basic concepts in scientific research | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 3 | Classification of scientific research | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 4 | Scientific research process | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 5 | Scientific research methods | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 6 | Measurement problems and scales used in research | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 7 | Data in research, survey form preparation, sampling information | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 8 | Midterm | Midterm |
| 9 | Organizing and analyzing data, important points in scientific report writing | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 10 | Main sections of the scientific report | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 11 | Examination of sources and methods of referencing | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 12 | Formal structure of the research report and Turkish spelling rules | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 13 | Final report writing and ethical rules | Rauf Arıkan, (2017). Pre-reading of the relevant chapter of the book Research Methods and Techniques |
| 14 | Student project assignment presentations | Student project assignment presentations |
| 15 | Student project assignment presentations | Student project assignment presentations |
| 16 | Final Exam | Review |