COURSE INFORMATION Course Title: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

Code	Course Type	Regular Semester	Theory	Practice	Lab	Credits	ECTS
BUS 309	D	6	0	6	0	3	5

Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature)	NA
Main Course Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	Prof.Dr. Osman Köroğlu okoroglu@epoka.edu.al , https://calendar.app.google/ExYQ9rUfC2FsZ9UF6
Second Course Lecturer(s) (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	NA
Language:	English
Compulsory/Elective:	Compulsory
Study program: (the study for which this course is offered)	Bachelor in Business Informatics (3 years)
Classroom and Meeting Time:	-
Teaching Assistant(s) and Office Hours:	NA
Code of Ethics:	Code of Ethics of EPOKA University Regulation of EPOKA University "On Student Discipline"
Attendance Requirement:	-
Course Description:	This course envisions the use of knowledge gained in theoretical courses in a practical and professional context.2. In order to meet the anticipated requirements, students should develop practice in one or several institutions / organizations / companies.3. During the internship period, student must use and include theoretical and practical knowledge gained to build the future career paths.
Course Objectives:	The main objective of professional practice is to integrate the theoretical knowledge gained with practical knowledge and create opportunities for further employment. It also creates opportunities such as: a. to expanding and deepening the theoretical knowledge gained during the learning process and creating practical professional skills relevant to further research; b. to get acquainted with companies, organizations, institutions; c. to build sustainable relationships and start creating network for further full-time positions; d. to show ability and skills on the company / organization / institution where the practice is conducted; e. FEAS serves as an innovative and entrepreneurial center that monitors the market to build and develop new programs and to update curricula. On this basis, professional practice should be considered as a period when the student actively coordinates practice in the company / organization / institution selected by students as a start point of his/her career or other projects where he/she may be involved voluntarily; f. Helping students to establish, and enlarge their professional network; g. Grow their competitive capabilities and become ready for job marketplace.

BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE COURSE

1	Professional Application of Theory Apply theoretical knowledge from previous coursework to real-world business and informatics environments.
2	Internship Experience Gain hands-on experience by working in a professional setting such as a company, organization, or institution.
3	Career Path Development Use the internship to explore and shape your future career direction based on practical insights.
4	Workplace Communication Develop effective communication skills suitable for professional and multicultural business environments.
5	Problem-Solving in Practice Tackle real-world challenges using analytical and critical thinking skills learned in class.
6	Professional Ethics and Conduct Understand and demonstrate ethical behavior and professional responsibility in the workplace.
7	Project Management Basics Learn to plan, execute, and evaluate small-scale projects within a business context.
8	Team Collaboration Work effectively as part of a team, contributing to group goals and learning from peers.
9	Reflective Practice Continuously reflect on your experiences to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and learning outcomes.
10	Documentation and Reporting Maintain accurate records of your internship activities and produce a professional final report summarizing your experience.

COURSE OUTLINE

Week	Topics
1	Introduction to professional practice course
2	Company/Organization meeting and job description
3	Report delivery on job practice at the Company/Organization
4	Consulting session
5	Consulting session
6	Consulting session
7	Consulting session
8	Report Delivery: on job specifics and activities
9	Consulting session
10	Consulting session
11	Consulting session
12	Consulting session
13	Presentation of the report in front of audience
14	Final Report Delivery

Prerequisite(s):	-
Textbook(s):	Ries, E. (2017). The Lean Startup: How Today’s Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses. Crown Business. Kim, W. C., & Mauborgne, R. (2017). Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make the Competition Irrelevant (Expanded ed.). Harvard Business Review Press. Spodek, J. (2017). Leadership Step by Step: Become the Person Others Follow. AMACOM. Koch, R. (2017). The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less (Updated 20th Anniversary ed.). Currency. Rosling, H., Rosling, O., & Rönnlund, A. R. (2018). Factfulness: Ten Reasons We’re Wrong About the World–and Why Things Are Better Than You Think. Flatiron Books. Scott, K. (2017). Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. St. Martin’s Press. Lafley, A. G., & Martin, R. L. (2013). Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works. Harvard Business Review Press. Christensen, C. M. (2016). The Innovator’s Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail (Revised ed.). Harvard Business Review Press. Hsieh, T. (2010). Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose. Grand Central Publishing. Thiel, P., & Masters, B. (2014). Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future. Crown Business.
Additional Literature:	Drucker, P. (2014). Innovation and entrepreneurship. Routledge. Kahneman, D. (2011). Thinking, fast and slow. Macmillan. Porter, M. E. (2011). Competitive advantage of nations: creating and sustaining superior performance. Simon and Schuster. Kim, W. C., & Mauborgne, R. A. (2014). Blue ocean strategy expanded edition: How to create uncontested market space and make the competition irrelevant. Harvard business review Press. Levitt, T. (1960). Marketing myopia (pp. 45-56). Boston. Prahalad, Coimbatore K. "The role of core competencies in the corporation." Research-Technology Management 36, no. 6 (1993): 40-47.
Laboratory Work:	NA
Computer Usage:	NA
Others:	No

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

1	Apply Ethical Decision-Making: Students will be able to make informed and ethical decisions in professional settings.
2	Understand Corporate Governance: Students will gain knowledge of corporate governance structures and their importance in business operations.
3	Manage Stakeholder Relationships: Students will develop skills to identify and manage the needs and expectations of various stakeholders.
4	Demonstrate Leadership Skills: Students will exhibit the ability to lead and motivate teams effectively within a professional environment.
5	Develop Strategic Plans: Students will learn to create and implement strategic plans to achieve business goals.
6	Enhance Financial Acumen: Students will understand and apply financial principles to make sound business decisions.
7	Execute Project Management: Students will apply project management techniques to plan, execute, and oversee projects during their internships.
8	Communicate Effectively: Students will improve their ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal forms.
9	Implement Risk Management Strategies: Students will identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them in a business context.
10	Build Professional Networks: Students will learn to build and maintain professional relationships that support career development and business opportunities.

COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES (Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution)

No	Program Competencies	Cont.
Bachelor in Business Informatics (3 years) Program
1	Identify activities, tasks, and skills in management, marketing, accounting, finance, and economics.	5
2	Apply key theories to practical problems within the global business context.	5
3	Demonstrate ethical, social, and legal responsibilities in organizations.	5
4	Develop an open minded-attitude through continuous learning and team-work.	5
5	Integrate different skills and approaches to be used in decision making and data management.	5
6	Combine computer skills with managerial skills, in the analysis of large amounts of data.	5
7	Provide solutions to complex information technology problems.	5
8	Recognize, analyze, and suggest various types of information-communication systems/services that are encountered in everyday life and in the business world.	5

COURSE EVALUATION METHOD

Method	Quantity	Percentage
Project	1	100
	Total Percent:	100%

ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)

Activities	Quantity	Duration(Hours)	Total Workload(Hours)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)	16	0	0
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	16	6	96
Mid-terms			0
Assignments			0
Final examination			0
Other	1	29	29
Total Work Load:			125
Total Work Load/25(h):			5
ECTS Credit of the Course:			5

CONCLUDING REMARKS BY THE COURSE LECTURER

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