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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Specialising in:
- Business Management
- International Management
- Financial Management,
- MIS
- Marketing

• The MBA is the elite programme of study for managers serious in ensuring that they have the necessary knowledge and skills to operate effectively in the business world - as owners, senior managers or entrepreneurs. The Master of Business Administration curriculum offers the student opportunity to develop a broad understanding of organisation and business and then to focus on a special area of interest. It is designed to promote career advancement of professionals from every undergraduate background.

• The MBA programmes at GAU are specifically designed for the working student. The MBA classes are generally scheduled to be convenient for the working student and are programmed in the evening hours in a three semester per year format. The normal progression of a student leads to the completion of the degree programme in a period of two years.

MBA Programme Requirements
• The Master of Business Administration programme requires the completion of 6 core courses and 6 specialisation courses. All courses are 3 semester-hours and students must therefore complete a total of 12 courses plus a non-credit graduation project (MBA001) to be eligible for graduation.

Core Courses
MGMT500 (3,0)3 6 Research Methods
MGMT503 (3,0)3 6 Organisational Theory
MGMT510 (3,0)3 6 Quantitative Factors in Management
MGMT512 (3,0)3 6 Legal Issues in Business
FIBA500 (3,0)3 6 Financial Management
ISMA500 (3,0)3 6 MIS

MBA501 NC 12 Graduation Project

Concentration Requirements
• The area of concentration (specialisation) will identify a distinct series of graduate course requirements. The following are the areas of concentration offered by the GAU MBA programme:
• Business Management (General)
• International Management
• Financial Management
• Management Information Systems
• Marketing
• Tourism & Hospitality
• The courses required to graduate in each of the respective specialisations are as below:

Management Concentration
MGMT522 (3,0)3 6 HRM & Labour Relations
MGMT524 (3,0)3 6 Organisational Communication
MGMT542 (3,0)3 6 International Business Management
MGMT546 (3,0)3 6 Production Management
MGMT547 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Topics in Quantitative Analysis
MGMT549 (3,0)3 6 Business Policy

International Management Concentration
MGMT522 (3,0)3 6 HRM & Labour Relations
MGMT542 (3,0)3 6 International Business Management
MGMT549 (3,0)3 6 Business Policy
MGMT586 (3,0)3 6 International Banking
FIBA502 (3,0)3 6 International Financial Management

Financial Management Concentration
FIBA502 (3,0)3 6 Corporate International Finance
FIBA503 (3,0)3 6 Financial Statement Analysis
FIBA505 (3,0)3 6 Working Capital Management
FIBA507 (3,0)3 6 Commercial Banking Policies
FIBA579 (3,0)3 6 Financial Decision Making
FIBA581 (3,0)3 6 Investments

MIS Concentration
COSC504 (3,0)3 6 Computer Concepts & Systems Software
COSC541 (3,0)3 6 Data Comms. Systems & Networks
ISMA508 (3,0)3 6 Database Management Systems
ISMA521 (3,0)3 6 Information Analysis & Systems Design
ISMA573 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Database Management Systems

Marketing Concentration
MGMT544 (3,0)3 6 E-Commerce
MGMT549 (3,0)3 6 Business Policy
MGMT551 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Marketing Research
MGMT552 (3,0)3 6 International Marketing Seminar
MGMT553 (3,0)3 6 Marketing for Non-Profit Organisations
MGMT554 (3,0)3 6 Marketing Policy

Master of Science (MSc) in Business Management

• The MSc in Business Management provides an efficient and cost effective option for the busy manager or executive seeking to achieve a sound understanding of business in the shortest practical time. The course concentrates on the key knowledge areas necessary to run a business and provides practical case study experience. The programme comprises the 10 courses plus a graduation project, as listed below.

Courses
MGMT500 (3,0)3 6 Research Methods
MGMT503 (3,0)3 6 Organisation Theory
MGMT510 (3,0)3 6 Quantitative Analysis in Management
MGMT512 (3,0)3 6 Legal Issues in Business
ISMA500 (3,0)3 6 MIS
MGMT542 (3,0)3 6 International Business Management
MGMT552 (3,0)3 6 International Marketing
FIBA502 (3,0)3 6 International Financial Management
FIBA579 (3,0)3 6 Financial Decision Making
MGMT549 (3,0)3 6 Policy

MGMT001 NC 12 Graduation Project

MBA & MSc Business - Course Descriptions (MGMT, FIBA, ISMA, COSC)

MGMT500 - Research Methods (3,0)3
• Introduction to fundamentals of Research Methods and their applications in the management and economic areas Special emphasis will be placed of effective report and thesis writing and examples of good practice will be presented.

MGMT503 - Organisational Theory & Human Resource Management (3,0)3
• Analysis of modern management theories. Development of organisations and problems of leadership posed by organisational structures. Dynamics of organisational behaviour and relationship to effective administration. Models of communication, motivation, and leadership. This course is part of the graduate core.

MGMT510 - Quantitative Analysis in Management (3,0)3
• This is a course in which the fundamentals of quantitative approaches used in management, such as; CPM/PERT Network analysis, Forecasting technique, linear program approaches, inventory analysis are introduced.

MGMT512 - The Legal Environment of Business Regulations & Control (3,0)3
• The effects of regulation in business decisions. Rule making processes, administrative actions, antitrust, public policy issues, and ethical issues are examined. Social and political considerations in the legal system are analysed. This course is part of the graduate core.

MGMT522 - Personnel Management & Labour Relations (3,0)3
• Analysis and evaluation of major personnel management problems in the United States including human resource planning and development, assessment of future needs, building the personnel function to meet needs of developing organisations, developing career paths and training programs and policies. Evaluation of the personnel functions and of personnel performance and development of systems for this purpose.

MGMT524 - Organisational Development & Communication (3,0)3
• Theory and practice of organisational development and interpersonal communication. Relationship of human behaviour to problems of organisational life and development. Cases and experimental exercises in organisational socialisation, motivation, dynamics of power, and interpersonal perception and communication.

MGMT542 - International Business Management (3,0)3
• Multinational enterprises as global organisations with emphasis on their worldwide impact. Emphasis on providing framework for understanding broad issues rather than on questions of business management and administration.

MGMT544 - e-Commerce (3,0)3
• Characteristic of internet and its boundaries, its effects in the international environment. Design of marketing program for internet use.

MGMT546 - Production Management (3,0)3
• Studies the management of systems used for the production of goods and services. Production economies and design of efficient production systems including purchasing, operating production systems, and inventory control. (Prerequisite: MGMT503.)

MGMT547 - Advanced Topics in Quantitative Analysis (3,0)3
• Basics of advanced Inventory analysis (Advanced aspects of Linear Programming). Simulation, Queuing Theory and use.

MGMT549 - Business Policy (3,0)3
• This is a capstone course for all graduate management degrees. It includes a study and discussion of actual cases relating to policy formulation at the top management level. Basic economic, industrial, and competitive considerations affecting policy implementation strategy in corporate long-range development. Practice in analysing companies, evaluating problems, and making decisions. The course must be taken during the student’s final term.

MGMT551 - Advanced Marketing Research (3,0)3
• Underlying scientific principles and processes that make marketing research an applied science. Information collection, interpretation, and presentation for shaping marketing objectives, policies, and planning. Application of the concepts, methods, and knowledge of quantitative and behavioural disciplines. Learning objectives are facilitated through individual or group research projects. (Prerequisite: MGMT550.)

MGMT552 - International Marketing Seminar (3,0)3
• Broadens and unifies students’ knowledge of international marketing through reading lists, research projects, and seminar papers.

MGMT553 - Marketing for Non-profit Organisations (3,0)3
• Conceptual system of marketing applied to problems of non-profit organisations. Direct and comprehensive marketing ideas for students interested in public administration and the administration of museums, educational institutions, foundations, and associations.

MGMT554 - Marketing Policy (3,0)3
• This is a capstone course in the graduate marketing program. Marketing issues and problems are studied through an integrated approach. Problems are examined through case studies and a review of current literature. Viewpoints of the consumer, government, wholesaler, and retailer are examined. Emphasis is placed on individual projects. The course must be taken during the student’s final term.

MGMT586 - International Banking (3,0)3
• Comprehensive overview of international banking, the functions and responsibilities of the international loan officer and the role that commercial and government financial institutions play in facilitating world trade. Includes balance of payments and country risk analysis; letters of credit; principles of foreign exchange; principles of international lending; national and international lending agencies; trade and project financing.

FIBA500 - Financial Management (3,0)3
• Basic principles and analytical techniques relating to corporate financial management. Topics include overall financial analysis, planning, and control; sources and uses of funds; capital; operational and financial leverages; working capital management; inventory and portfolio management; long-term investment decisions; timing of financial policy. This course is part of the graduate core.

FIBA502 - International Financial Management (3,0)3
• From the perspective of corporate financial management, exchange rate and balance of payments theory; the international financial system; international capital markets and institutions; role of international capital flow in economic development; international cash flow management.

FIBA503 - Financial Statement Analysis (3,0)3
• Managerial requirements for financial data. Evaluation of current techniques of statement analysis. Application of analytical methods to serve financial management needs. Consequences of “generally accepted accounting principles.”

FIBA505 - Working Capital Management (3,0)3
• The financial manager’s viewpoint and knowledge of the money market to meet short-term requirements and to invest temporarily-excess funds. Short-term investing commensurate with risk and return. Techniques used to manage corporate, short-term investment portfolio.

FIBA507 - Commercial Banking Policies (3,0)3
• Overview of the U.S. commercial banking industry and financial institutions; role of Federal Reserve; monetary policies and their effect on money supply and interest rates; policies pertaining to capital resources, profitability of functions and relations to other banks; effect of government regulations and economics conditions.

FIBA579 - Financial Decision Making (3,0)3
• This course is the capstone course for financial management. Financial decision making is examined in the context of real-world situations involving the impact of inflation, taxation, uncertainty and competitive forces. Includes applications in financial theory, analysis of financial statements, time value of money and capital budgeting. This course must be taken within the final two semesters of study. (Prerequisite: FIBA500, FIBA50

FIBA581 - Investments (3,0)3
• Security markets; various types of investment securities; recognised accepted tests of safety, income, and marketability; management of portfolios; techniques for analysis and interpretation of corporate reports.

ISMA500 - MIS and Related Package Programs (3,0)3
• This course will establish the role of information systems in organisations and how they relate to organisational objectives and organisational structure. Basic concepts, covered in depth in subsequent courses, are introduced: the systems point of view and organisation, information flows, and the nature of information systems. Students will gain a knowledge of the basic techniques and skills in representing system structure. Case study applications of information systems are introduced. The course is an introduction to the curriculum.

ISMA508 - Fundamentals of Database Management Systems (3,0)3
• This course examines database management systems and design concepts. There will be a discussion on the advantages of using different database management systems. Some of the technical details involved in properly designing and implementing database systems will be presented. Among the topics to be covered are; the relational database models, database design and normalisation of database tables, an introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL), and database administration within the organisations. Upon completing this course, students will have developed a fundamental understanding of the design, implementation, and management of database systems.

ISMA521 - Information Analysis & Systems Design (3,0)3
• This course introduces strategies for developing information system applications and presents the development life cycle as a basic concept in managing applications. The life cycle phases leading to the determination of requirements and the development of a general logical design are studied. Theoretical concepts are applied in the development and implementation of an operational system from its logical design. The process of planning for change is described and the post-implementation or feedback phase of the life cycle of systems development is reviewed.

ISMA573 - Advanced Database Management Systems (3,0)3
• This course introduces students to the powerful features of Oracle database management systems. Students learn how to create and manipulate objects and store, retrieve, and manipulate data. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: retrieve, insert, update and delete records; control data and user access; use SQL and PL/SQL; and handle blocks, cursors, and runtime errors.

COSC504 - Computer Concepts & Systems Software (3,0)3
• This course will introduce the student to the architecture of the computer hardware. The major concepts of operating systems are also studied and the interrelationship between operating systems and architecture is analysed. Students will be introduced to machine and assembly language.

COSC511 - Advanced Programming Languages (3,0)3
• Properties of algorithmic languages, scope of variables, binding time subroutines and co-routines. Data abstraction, exception handling and concurrent processing. Programming and scripting languages will be discussed and examples will be drawn from the pool of languages available in today’s computer software industry.

COSC541 - Data Communication Systems & Networks (3,0)3
• This course will introduce the student to the concepts and terminology of data communications, network design, and distributed information systems. Equipment, protocols and transmission alternatives will be discussed. The communications environment and regulatory issues are also introduced.

Other Business & Economics Programmes & Course Descriptions

Master of Science (MSc) in Tourism & Hospitality Management (THM)

• The purpose of this programme is to provide a deeper understanding of the Tourism & Hospitality industry to prospective senior tourism managers. The basic assumption in presenting this programme is that the student has already successfully completed a bachelor degree in the same subject. However, the programme may also gainfully be followed by students who have graduated in other fields. In this case the student will normally be required to complete conversion/ bridging courses at the undergraduate level. The number and subject matter of the courses required will depend upon the congruence between the tourism programme and the programme of study completed by the applying student. The necessary courses must be proposed by the department head and approved by the faculty dean. Those who have earlier completed a first degree and who have since gained industrial experience are particularly invited to apply. Alternative specialisation courses may be offered in line with the particular requirements of the student and with the availability of suitably qualified and experienced faculty.

Courses
MGMT500 (3,0)3 6 Research Methods
MGMT503 (3,0)3 6 Organisational Theory & HRM
THM501 (3,0)3 6 Tourism Sales & Marketing Management
THM502 (3,0)3 6 Financial Management in Tourism
THM503 (3,0)3 6 International Tourism
THM504 (3,0)3 6 Resort Development & Management
THM505 (3,0)3 6 Strategic Management in Tourism
THM506 (3,0)3 6 Tourism Planning & Development
THM507 (3,0)3 6 Attractions Management
THM508 (3,0)3 6 E-Tourism

THM501 - Tourism & Hospitality Sales & Marketing (3,0)3 6
• Examines marketing principles, theories and concepts and the use of management principles and techniques of analysis, planning, implementation and control to maximise marketing effectiveness in hospitality organisations.

THM502 - Financial Management in Tourism (3,0)3 6
• This course is aimed at students who have not majored in accounting or finance but who nevertheless require an understanding of accounting and finance, beyond that provided at the undergraduate level, to ensure they are able to profitably manage a tourism venue or location.

THM503 - International Tourism (3,0)3 6
• This course emphasises the essentially international nature of tourism. We investigate the sources and destination of tourists and the developments and changes that are taking place in tourism. The changes in the demography of tourism and in the tastes and expectations of tourists, due to changes in fashion and in the relative wealth of nations, will be studied. Special interest tourism is treated as a special topic.

THM504 - Resort Development & Management (3,0)3 6
• An in-depth study of Internet Web site Hosting for tourism managers, including a detailed examination of the current practices of on-line tourism marketing and tourism destination management systems.

THM505 - Strategic Management in Tourism (3,0)3 6
• A wide ranging examination of the key features of hospitality management. This will include the preparation of corporate and business plans and the conduct of feasibility studies. These will link to the course on marketing to identify suitable market information sources. The particular relevance of customer care will be examined. The course will take a high level view of suitable management structures and job descriptions. It will examine the special demands that are placed on the management of a 24-hour service industry.

THM506 - Tourism Planning & Development (3,0)3 6
• An in-depth examination of the process of identifying needs, objectives and strategies for tourism development. The formulation and evaluation of tourism policies and plan will be studied.

THM507 - Attractions Management (3,0)3 6
• The tourism industry is dependent on its success on attractions ranging from heritage sites and historic buildings, museums, man-made attractions such as theme and leisure parks to the natural beauty of water and mountains. All, even the last, must be managed for the pleasure of the tourist and the financial benefit of the industry. The course will show how the management and presentation of different attractions can best be achieved.

THM 508 – E Tourism (3,0)3 6
• [In preparation]

THM510 – Graduation Project NC 12
• [In preparation]

Master of Science (MSc) in Economics (ECON)

• The Master of Science in Economics requires the completion of 5 core courses and 5 elective courses. All courses are 3 semester-hours and students must therefore complete a total of 10 courses plus the graduation project in order to graduate.

Core Courses:
MGMT500 (3,0)3 6 Research Methods
ECON501 (3,0)3 6 Microeconomic Analysis
ECON502 (3,0)3 6 Macroeconomic Analysis
ECON503 (3,0)3 6 Economic Thought
ECON504 (3,0)3 6 International Economics

Elective Courses
ECON510 (3,0)3 6 Econometrics
ECON511 (3,0)3 6 Economic Development
ECON512 (3,0)3 6 Turkish Economy
ECON513 (3,0)3 6 International Political Economy
ECON514 (3,0)3 6 Economic Policies of EU
ECON515 (3,0)3 6 Globalization & Economic Issues
ECON516 (3,0)3 6 Public Finance
ECON517 (3,0)3 6 Welfare Economics

ECON001 NC 12 Graduation Project

Course Descriptions

ECON500 - Research Methods (3,0)3) 6
• Introduction to research methodology; research process and techniques; data collection, processing and analysis; findings and interpretation.

ECON503 - Economic Thought (3,0)3) 6
• Critical analysis of contemporary economic thought with reference to its evolution; comparative evaluation of schools of economic thought; mainstream and non-mainstream economic thought; Nobel-Prize winner economic theories; puzzles and paradoxes in economic thought.

ECON501 - Microeconomic Analysis (3,0)3) 6
• Evaluation of tools of micro analysis; theories of the consumer and firm; determination of relative prices under different market types; stability issue of comparative market equilibrium; topics in economics of information.

ECON502 - Macroeconomic Analysis (3,0) 6
• Analysis of the Classical, Keynesian and Tobin’s dynamic aggregative models; impact multipliers and stability analysis; Walrasian and Keynesian adjustment mechanisms; implications of different money regimes; various issues of open macro models.

ECON504 - International Economics (3,0) 6
• Comparative analysis of international trade theories and policies; balance of payments; international factor movements; the results of the GATT/WTO agreements; the international monetary system and its evolution; capital movements; foreign direct investment; portfolio investment; exchange rate determination; stabilization policies in open economies.

ECON505 - Econometrics (3,0) 6
• The linear regression model; data problems; specification problems; maximum likelihood; non-linear regression; Probability Distribution Theory and statistical inference; non-spherical disturbances; heteroscedasticity and autocorrelation; co-integration and error correction discrete dependent variables; Granger’s Causality analysis.

ECON511 - Economic Development (3,0) 6
• Major theories of development, neoclassical and structuralist approaches, dependence theories; historical aspects of development; measurement of development; gap between ‘North’ and ‘South’; income distribution, population growth and employment; agriculture, trade and industrialization; external debt; main policy issues.

ECON512 - Turkish Economy (3,0) 6
• Comparative micro and macro analysis of Turkish economy vis-a-vis globalisation and regionalization; brief retrospective evaluation of economic developments since the proclamation of the Republic; analysis of economic crises, inflation and unemployment; inter-sectoral analyses; budget and PSBR; foreign economic relations, FTB, CAB, foreign portfolio and direct investments; relations with IMF, stabilization measures; Twin-Deficit Analysis; relations with EU, structural measures.

ECON513 - International Political Economy (3,0) 6
• The political dynamics involved in the formulation and evolution of economic theories and institutions; wealth and power: mercantilism; the liberal IPE perspective; the structuralist perspective; critical perspectives on IPE; IPE structures: production, finance, security, knowledge and technology; IMF, WB, OECD, WTO and the IPE of international finance and trade; the economics and politics of integration; the IPE of North and South; the IPE of transnational corporations; the new political economy: ‘Public Choice’ and ‘Regulation’;
• the future of IPE.

ECON514 - Economic Policies of EU (3,0) 6
• The dynamics of integration in Europe, focusing on economic aspects; brief historical background; theoretical rationale of economic integration, ‘trade-creation’ and ‘trade-diversion’ effects; customs union in EEC; Maastricht Treaty and its contents; monetary union in EU; harmonization of economic and social policies of EU; economic relations of EU with other countries.

ECON515 - Globalisation & Economic Issues (3,0) 6
• Analysis of the concept of globalization; historical evolution of globalization; different aspects of globalization; evaluation of economic globalization; perfect mobility of capital; North-South divergence in various economic indicators and development criteria; external-debt spiral of the South

ECON516 - Public Finance (3,0) 6
• Fiscal theory and policy; nature, scope and role of the public sector in open economies; public goods, externalities, public revenue system, monopolies; budgeting and government expenditures; taxation and subsidies; effects of alternative tax systems on resource allocation, capital formation, income distribution and inflation; intergovernmental financial relations.

ECON517 - Welfare Economics (3,0) 6
• Pareto-optimal allocation of resources; tax, subsidy and compensation criteria; social welfare function; efficiency and equity effects of taxes; macroeconomic theories of income distribution; measurement techniques of inequality; income redistribution policies; theory of ‘Public Choice’ ‘the Median-Voter Model’, Lindahl’s equilibrium; Wicksellian extensions, ‘the Calculus of Consent’; Theory of Regulation and the Capture Theory.

Master of Science (MSc) in International Relations (MIRP)

• The MSc in International Relations (IR) is a programme of study for people who want to deepen their knowledge concerning issues of international relevance and/or who whish to prepare for a career in the field of politics, public administration or publicistics.

• The Master of Science in International Relations curriculum offers the student opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the system of International Relations and International Politics and then to focus on a special area of interest. It is designed to promote career advancement of professionals from every undergraduate background.

• The MSc IR programmes at GAU are specifically designed for the working student. The MSc IR classes are generally scheduled to be convenient for the working student and are programmed in the evening hours in a three semester per year format. The normal progression of a student leads to the completion of the degree programme in a period of two years.

MSc IR Programme Requirements
• There are two options to complete the MSc International Relations programme:
• with thesis, or
• without thesis but a graduation project.

• The Master of Science in International Relations programme with thesis requires the completion of 3 core courses and 4 elective courses. All courses are 3 semester-hours and students must therefore complete a total of 7 courses. The thesis is a complex and consolidated research work, completed over a period of about 4 to 6 months approximately 45,000 words long, presented and defended before a committee of three members of the faculty.

• The Master of Science in International Relations programme without thesis requires the completion of 3 core courses and 7 other courses plus a graduation project before being eligible for graduation.

Core Courses
MGMT500 (3,0)3 6 Research Methods
MIRP501 (3,0)3 6 Advanced International Relations Theory
MIL507 (3,0)3 6 International Law

Elective Courses

MIRP502 (3,0)3 6 Advanced comparative politics
MIRP503 (3,0)3 6 International Political Economy
MIRP514 (3,0)3 6 Middle East
MIRP523 (3,0)3 6 European Union Politics & Policies
MIRP531 (3,0)3 6 State & Democracy in the modern world
MIRP533 (3,0)3 6 Globalisation & Modernity
MIRP538 (3,0)3 6 Contemporary Human Rights Issues

International Relations Master’s Course Descriptions

Descriptions of non-MIRP coded courses will be found under the appropriate service department headings

MIRP501 - Advanced International Theory (3,0)3 6
• International Relations Theory tries to capture some logic in the seemingly chaotic world of international affairs. International relations thinking, extending back to Thucydides, has a store of accumulated wisdom, hard-earned through centuries of strife and tragedy. International Relations, as a discipline, is not only about understanding the world, but also about acting upon it and having an impact. The course will, therefore, steer a delicate balance, trying to promote an interactive dialogue advanced theory and the constant turmoil of the global diplomatic scene.

MIRP502 - Advanced Comparative Theory (3,0)3 6
• This course revolves around exploration of types of political systems. The students are expected to be familiar with the disciplines background, methodologies and theories. The institutions, structures, and processes of different political systems and their historical foundations will be analyzed in a comparative perspective. Both democratic and authoritarian forms of government shall be examined. Different institutional arrangements, forms of interest aggregation / articulation and political cultures, as well as the challenges confronting emerging democracies, will be discussed. Government’s abilities to cope with major contemporary challenges such as economic development, ethn0-nationalist conflicts, environment and globalization are other topics involved in this section.

MIRP503 - International Political Economy (3,0)3 6
• Capitalism is the dominant social, political and economic system initially emerged in Western Europe and later spread to the major parts of the world. The most prominent characteristic of today’s global political economy is that it is capitalist. The development of trans-national corporation at the last stage of capitalism, has reached such a level that they are more powerful than nation-states. The objective of this course is to discuss the current trends in world economy and to analyze the effects of globalization.

MIRP514 - Regional Studies: Middle East (3,0)3 6
• The Middle East, extending from Morocco to Afghanistan, is arguably the most problematic region in the world; a short list of historical instances would attest to that: the Iranian Revolution, Soviet occupation of Afghanistan, the Iran-Iraq war, the Lebanese Civil War, the Gulf War, Israel/Palestine conflict, and myriad of other crises. It is sometimes hard to fathom so problematic a region, with all its complexities unless one comes up with an analytic framework that would take account of the past and present developments with several layers of analysis – local/regional/global. The Middle East as the focus of global interest as distinct from intra-regional problems will be treated accordingly, within an interactive framework.

MIRP523 - European Union: Politics & Policies (3,0)3 6
• This course will examine in depth some of the major policy concerns facing the European Union member states arising out of the institution of a single internal market, the creation of an economic and monetary union, institutional reforms, further enlargements of the European Union and the United States/European Union relations.

MIRP531 - State and Democracy in the Modern World (3,0)3 6
• As a nation, the state has always been problematic, particularly with regard to the workings of the international system. From Plato to Hobbes, from Hegel to Ernst Cassirer, some of the best minds of the Western world have tried to capture the essence of the problem. Thus, democracy also had a chequered history so far as its conceptual/practical development is concerned, from Plato to Locke, Tocqueville and Popper. Now that democracy has established itself around the world, the tension between the state and democracy is increasingly subjected to imperatives of the international system.

MIRP533 - Globalization & Modernity (3,0)3 6
• The modern western civilization is characterized by capitalism, secular culture, liberal democracy, individualism, rationalism and humanism. This course is an attempt to explore the economic, social-cultural and political dimensions of the globalization and its impact on the society. Attention will be paid on the crisis of modernity (crisis of the nation-state and of the western democracy) with its relation to the globalization movement.

MIRP538 - Contemporary Human Rights Issues (3,0)3 6
• This course examines the main debates around human rights and cultural/historical relativism. It also looks at the crisis of the state apparatus, the role of ethnic violence, colonization and militarization on every day life.

MIL507 - International Law I (3,0)3 6
• This course will start with a general discussion on international law. It will then focus on various issues in international law, including acquisition of territory, and its legal consequences, law of the sea, human rights, international environmental law, and peaceful settlement of disputes between states. In these areas, we will analyze the special theoretical issues and apply the theories to the current international disputes.

Master of Science (MSc) in Health Care Administration (HCA, HCA)

• This course is designed to prepare qualified managers for senior management roles in both government and private health care. In the developing world health care management skills remain a scarce commodity while the skilled management of health resources is in increasing demand. The university has had numerous requests to open this degree and we are happy to be able to open the programme for the current academic year. the programme comprises10 Courses plus a Graduation Project.

Cornerstone Courses: 12 credit hours required
ACTG500 (3,0)3 6 Financial Accounting Analysis
HMGM500 (3,0)3 6 Principles of Management
FINA500 (3,0)3 6 Money, Banking & Financial Markets
STAT500 (3,0)3 6 Statistics for Managers

Core Courses: 12 credit hours required
HCM522 (3,0)3 6 Strategic Management
HCA511 (3,0)3 6 Managing Health Care Organization
HCA520 (3,0)3 6 Human Resources Management in Health Care
HCA535 (3,0)3 6 Health Care Law & Ethics
HCA600 (3,0)3 6 Graduation Project

Specialisation: 6 credit hours required
HCA510 (3,0)3 6 Management Communication
HCA500 (3,0)3 6 Health Care System
HCA514 (3,0)3 6 Marketing & Comparative Strategy in Health Care
HCA522 (3,0)3 6 Quality Improvement in Health Care Management
HCA523 (3,0)3 6 Long-term Care Administration
HCA527 (3,0)3 6 Health Insurance & Risk Management
HCA537 (3,0)3 6 Health Policy & Politics
HCA539 (3,0)3 6 Approach in Wells/ Health Promotion
HCA547 (3,0)3 6 Global Health Systems
HCA553 (3,0)3 6 Special Topics in Health Care Admin.

HCA500 - Health Care System (3,0)3
• This course is designed as an understanding of the forces shaping the present and future health care delivery system. Students will examine the major institutions, professions, and political forces that influence the provision of health care services in US,

HCA511 - Managing Health Care Organization (3,0)3
• The course is designed to provide students with an in-depth overview of techniques and practices applied to the management of health care provider organizations at various levels. It presents to students a brad picture of the complexities in managing today’s health care organization. The aim: to allow a more critical thinking process relative to health care. (Prerequisite: HCA500)

HCA514 - Marketing & Comparative Strategy in Health Care (3,0)3
• This course explores the application of marketing theories to health care industry. Concepts of marketing and competitive strategies applied to health care settings will also be introduced. Emphasis is placed on methodologies for developing organizational strategic plans using the marketing approach. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA520 - Human Resources Management in Health Care (3,0)3
• This course provides students with the basic skills and application of human resource management in the health care delivery field. It discuss the current issues in human resource management in healthcare, such as employee turnover, training quality employees, achieving higher quality with greater efficiency delivering health care services, recruiting and managing a diverse workforce. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA522 - Quality Improvement in Health Care Management (3,0)3
• An introduction to the process of quality improvement in health care organizations. The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the principles of quality assessment, quality assurance, continuous quality improvement, and the measurement of health status and patient satisfaction. It is anticipated that students will complete the course with knowledge of how to measure and improve quality in health care organizations. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA523 - Long Term Care Administration (3,0)3
• A survey of the managerial, financial, political, legal, and ethical issues involved in the provision of long-term care through institutional and non institutional settings. This course focuses on the ul1derstanding of the public policy issues which influence the organization and delivery of long term care services. Key strategies associated with the design and maintenance of a system of long term care services will also be examined. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA527 - Health Insurance & Risk Management (3,0)3
• This course focuses on existing and emerging insurance products in the health care system and the impact of these products upon provider managements. it also covers the risk management concepts and their application to health policy & health service. Topics include: Individual financial management of economic losses caused by premature death, disability, and old age; functional aspects of life¬ health insurer management. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA535 - Health Care Law & Ethics (3,0)3
• This course provides an understanding of ethical and legal issues inherent in the provision of health services. Legal issues related to the organization and delivery of health care will be examined, along with the ethical and moral considerations associated with the management of health care facilities and the provision of health services. Topics include federal public health activity, state public health powers, patients’ rights, and other topics relevant to delivering health care to large populations. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA537 - Health Policy & Politics (3,0)3
• This course explores how health policy in the U.S. is initiated, formulated and implemented. A comparative, cross-national and crass-state perspective is employed to analyze political culture, interest group and party behaviour, the legislative and executive processes, and the dynamics of federalism. This course wi1l: (1) introduce students to the U.S. health care system; (2) cover political, economic, and insurance concepts central to health policy debates; (3) compare the U.S. system to those of other developed nations; and (4) provide students with practice in critically evaluating policy problems. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA539 - Approaches in Wellness/Health Promotion (3,0)3
• The purpose of this course is to heir prepare health professionals as leaders in the field of disease prevention and health promotion. This course provides students with an overview of the field of health education/health promotion and an opportunity to develop skills in needs assessment and program planning. &ills and principles of developing, implementing, evaluating, and managing health promotion programs in a variety of settings including community, business, and corporate sectors will also be introduced. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA547 - Global Health Systems (3,0)3
• This course is designed as a survey course for all students interested in the intersection of International Affairs and Global Hea1th. Pressing global health issues are analyzed as they interested with security, international development, global economy, human rights, and conflict management. It also provides a systematic comparative analysis of the evolution, administrative structure, finance, and provision of medical care in selected countries throughout the world. (Prerequisite:HCA500)

HCA553 - Special Topics in Health Care Administration (3,0)3
• This course addresses different topics of interest in Health Care Administration. it is conducted in a seminar or symposium format where each student is an active and involved participant in the selection of topic questions and material to be covered. (Prerequisite: HCA500)

HCM522 - Strategic Management (3,0)3
• It includes a study and discussion of actual cases relating to policy formulation at the top management level. Basic economy, industrial, and competitive considerations affecting policy implementation strategy in corporate long-range development. Practice in analyzing companies, evaluating problems, and making decisions. The course must be taken during the student’s final term.

HMGM500 - Principles of Management (3,0)3
• The objective of this course is to include models and concepts that provide insights on a wide range of managerial problems. Qualitative and quantitative methods will be used to address various aspects of managing a business concern. Major topics include ethics and corporate social responsibility, organizational design, planning and strategy formulation, motivation, reward and discipline.

ACTG500 - Financial Accounting Analysis (3,0)3
• Basic accounting principles and terminology, this course provides the student with a clear understanding of concepts, standards and practices of financial reporting. The students learn to read, understand and analyze a balance of sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows.

HCA510 - Management Communication (3,0)3
• This course prepares students to meet the demands of their professions: by preparing samples of business and technical writing, by sharpening their revision skills, and by improving their oral communication skills. Students will develop professional presentational skills: content, organization, and effective delivery through two oral presentations. They will also write a proposal or feasibility report, compose a memorandum and letter, describe a process, and develop a survey or choice board.

FINA500 - Money, Banking & Financial Markets (3,0)3
• This course studies the role of money in economy; examines monetary policy and tools by investigating the relationships between money supply and interest rates, inflation institutions and market work, as these institutions economy, effecting thus production of goods and services, employment and profit.

STAT500 - Statistics for Managers (3,0)3
Statistical concepts and models used in the solutions of managerial problems. Topics: Descriptive statistics, frequency distribution, probability, statistical inference and testing: introduction to forecasting and regression modelling. Prerequisite: Collage algebra and statistics or permission of instructor.

Master’s Programmes in Engineering

• Master students are required to complete 10 courses (30 credits) for the graduate programme in Engineering. The programme comprises 4 compulsory common courses, 3 specialising electives plus 2 Theses and the Graduate Seminar. Students may elect to specialise in: Computer Engineering, Electric & Electronics Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Common Engineering Courses

Year 1
Fall Semester
MT511 (3,0)3 Advanced Engineering Maths I
ENG503 (3,0)3 Programming Languages
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective
MS501 (3,0)3 Master Thesis I

Spring Semester
MT512 (3,0)3 Advanced Engineering Mathematics II
ENG504 (3,0)3 Modelling & Optimisation of Systems
(3,0)3 Elective
MS502 (3,0)3 Master Thesis II

Year 2
Fall
MS590 (3,0)3 Graduate Seminar

Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Engineering

Specialisation Elective Courses

Year 1
Fall
CE521 (3,0)3 Artificial Intelligence
CE523 (3,0)3 Expert Systems
CE525 (3,0)3 Network Security
CE527 (3,0)3 Pattern Recognition

Spring
CE522 (3,0)3 Fuzzy Set Theory
CE524 (3,0)3 Neural Networks
CE526 (3,0)3 Digital Image Processing
CE528 (3,0)3 Compiler Construction
CEN572 (3,0)3 Machine Learning

Master of Science (MSc) in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Specialisation Elective Courses

Year 1
Fall
EE531 (3,0)3 Probability Theory & Stochastic Processes
EE533 (3,0)3 Network Analysis & Synthesis
EE535 (3,0)3 Microwave Communication Systems
EE537 (3,0)3 Electromagnetic Wave Propagation

Spring
EE532 (3,0)3 information Theory
EE534 (3,0)3 Digital Control
EE536 (3,0)3 Radar Systems
EE538 (3,0)3 Electromagnetic Radiation & Scattering

Master of Science (MSc) in Industrial Engineering

Specialisation Elective Courses

Year 1
Fall
IE513 (3,0)3 Project Planning & Management
IE515 (3,0)3 Multiple Criteria Decision Making
IE517 (3,0)3 Strategic Management
IE519 (3,0)3 Advanced Statistics

Spring
IE514 (3,0)3 Material Science
IE516 (3,0)3 Management Information Systems
IE518 (3,0)3 Systems Analysis & Design
IE520 (3,0)3 Total Quality Management
IE522 (3,0)3 Human Resource Management

Master’s in Engineering Course Descriptions (EE, ENG, IES, CE, MT)

CE521 - Artificial Intelligence (3,0)3
• Basic reasoning paradigms. Nets and heuristic search. Nets and optimal search. Trees and adversarial search. Rules and forward chaining. Rules and backward chaining. Learning by analysing differences, by managing positive and negative examples, by correcting mistakes, by explaining experience, by building decision trees. Recognising objects

CE522 - Fuzzy Set Theory (3,0)3
• Uncertainty and Complexity. Measurement and Uncertainty. The emergence of Fuzzy Set Theory. Fuzzy set theory versus probability theory. Classical logic. Basic concepts and properties of fuzzy logic. Classical relations, and fuzzy relations. Application of fuzzy logic.

CE523 - Expert Systems (3,0)3
• This course introduces the concepts of knowledge representation, control of reasoning and explanation of results that form the basis of expert system design and implementation. Particular emphasis is placed on knowledge representation schemes-production rules, structured objects, and procedural deduction- and their properties are explored and analysed in some detail.

CE524 Neural Networks (3,0)3
• Classifying and clustering patterns. Pattern association. Neural networks based on competition. Back-propagation Neural Net and recurrent networks. Some other network models and a few practical points.

CE525 - Network Security (3,0)3
• The objective of this course is to provide a practical and comprehensive survey of network-based and Internet-based security applications and standards. It includes the discipline of cryptography-covering algorithms and protocols underlying network security applications, encryption, hash functions, digital signatures and key exchange.

CE526 - Digital Image Processing (3,0)3
• Image processing, transforms and enhancement. Sampling, quantisation and reconstruction. Digital image fundamentals. Digital image representation, image restoration and image segmentation.

CE527 - Pattern Recognition (3,0)3
• Machine recognition of patterns. Bayed decision rule. Discriminant functions, classifiers and decision boundaries. Feature selection and clustering. Structural and artificial approaches to pattern recognition

CE528 - Compiler Construction (3,0)3
• Language and syntax. Regular languages and analysis of context-free languages. Attributed grammars and semantics. Consideration of context specified by declarations. Elementary data types, arrays, pointers and procedure types. Modules and separate compilation

EE531 - Probability Theory & Stochastic Processes
• Probability theory and random variables: Sequences of variables, limit theorems. Stochastic processes: Definitions, stationary processes, correlation and power spectrum of stationary processes, linear systems, stochastic continuity, least mean-square estimation, stationary and non-stationary normal processes, Markoff processes, Poisson processes.

EE532 - Information Theory (3,0)3
• Measuring information, Entropy, Joint and conditional entropies, Noiseless coding theorem, Construction of optimal codes, Models for communication channels, Channel capacity, Noisy coding theorem, Error correction codes.

EE533 - Network Analysis & Synthesis (3,0)3
• Introduction: Filters, voltage transfer function, gain and phase function. Loss function, resonant frequency and quality factor, Gain and phase distortions, group delay function, ideal and approximate filter characteristic, ideal and non-ideal operational amplifiers, Finite gain amplifiers and applications.

EE534 - Digital Control (3,0)3
• Linear discrete dynamic systems and Z-transform theory. Design of digital filters. Numerical methods. Design of digital control systems using transform techniques and state-space methods. Microprocessor implementation of controllers. Sample-data systems. Quantisation effects. Multivariable and optimal control. System identification algorithms.

EE535 - Microwave Communication Systems (3,0)3
• Terrestrial and satellite systems, Passive and active Microwave components: Waveguides, T-junctions, Amplifiers and mixers. Introduction to Microwave Circuit Theory: S-parameters and applications, Noise analysis of communication systems, general principles of microwave system design.

EE536- Radar Systems (3,0)3
• Doppler Effect, Measurement of range and velocity, Radar Cross sections (RCS) of targets. Design principles of pulsed and CW (Doppler) Radar’s. Statistical Detection Theory. FM-CW radars, MTI radars, Radar Transmitters and Receivers, Radar antennas, Synthetic Aperture Radars (SAR) and microwave imaging.

EE537 - Electromagnetic Wave Propagation (3,0)3
• Fundamentals of wave propagation, plane and spherical waves, ground wave propagation, tropospheric propagation, propagation in particulate media, ion propagation, noise and noise temperature. Practical propagation problems related with communications and Radar systems.

EE538 - Electromagnetic Radiation & Scattering (3,0)3
• Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic potentials, integral representations of the electromagnetic field, Green’s functions. Huygens ’ Principle, Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction, random media, effective permitivities, dyadic Green’s functions. Radiation and scattering by complex bodies. Plane, cylindrical and spherical waves and boundary value problems.

ENG503 - Programming Languages (3,0)3
• Syntax and semantics of a language, variables and data types, block structures, formal languages, functional programming, logic programming and object oriented programming.

ENG504 - Modelling & Optimisation of Systems (3,0)3
• Methods for mathematical modelling of the systems, optimality conditions; linear programming (model formulation, simplex method, duality, dual simplex method, sensitivity analysis); transportation problems; computer applications, quadratic programming; dynamic programming; methods for unconstrained and constrained non-linear optimisation

IE513 - Project Planning & Management (3,0)3
• Projects, types of project, project management cycle, modern approaches to project management, feasibility studies and inception phases, project implementation and monitoring, project evaluation, software tools.

IE514 - Material Science (3,0)3
• This course introduces students to the properties of materials important to modern electronic and information technology, and demonstrates how these properties can be understood from a microscopic point of view by the use of chemical and physical principles. “What are differences between metals and semiconductors ?”, “How do semiconductor devices work?” and “What memories are made up of ?” are type of questions that we try to answer. Electronic band structure, Conduction mechanism, Atomic bonding and electronic structure of semiconductors, Covalent, ionic and metallic bonding, sp3 dehybridisation, Magnetism and data storage disks, Conducting polymers, Dielectric loss, Properties of d-electron magnet, Power transformers, Dielectricity and Ferroelectricty.

IE515 - Multiple Criteria Decision Making (3,0)3
• Decision making, multiple objectives of optimisation models, goal programming, and techniques used to solve multiple objective problems, efficient point and the efficient frontier, pre-emptive optimisation and weighted sums of objectives

IE516 - Management Information Systems (3,0)3
• MIS is a new approach to manage modern organisations with some knowledge of information systems and technologies. MIS serves to understand how these systems affect the organisations, and its employees and how they can make business more competitive and efficient. Information systems have become essential for creating competitive firms, managing global corporations, and providing useful products and services to customers. The aim is deep understanding of MIS and related technologies, and also, teaching practical experience designing and building real world systems.

IE517 - Strategic Management (3,0)3
• Concepts, features of strategic decision, developing a strategic vision and business mission, five tasks of strategic management, mission and objectives, strategy and competitive advantages, implementing strategy.

IE518 - Systems Analysis & Design (3,0)3
• Considers the design and specifications of computer-based information systems. Topics include: introduction to systems analysis and design, entity-relationship diagrams, organisational influence on computer use, systems and management concepts, the firm as a system, the environmental system, computer-based information systems, data flow diagrams, the systems approach to problem solving, systems life cycle methodologies, the data dictionary, project planning and control, network diagrams, systems analysis, economic justification, systems design, flowcharts, systems security and systems implementation.

IE519 - Advanced Statistics (3,0)3
• Correlation and Regression – Chi-Square and other Tests – Nonparametric Statistics – Quality Control – Project.

IE520 - Total Quality Management (3,0)3
• Basic Quality Concepts, Company-wide Assessment of Quality, Strategic Quality Management, Developing a Quality Culture in Organisations, Statistical Process Control, Quality and Customers needs, Inspect, Test and Measurement, Quality Information Systems, Quality assurance.

IE522 - Human Resource Management (3,0)3
• Focuses on the changing workforce and the changing workplace, human resource planning, recruiting, selection, staffing, compensation, development, career management, labour-management relations, employee motivation, reward systems, performance management, and the human relations side of management, strategic human resource management, link between firm performance and human resource function.

MS501/2 - Master Thesis I & II (3,0)3
• The students are required to agree a Thesis subject early in their period of study with their advisor. Many will be able to settle the subject areas as they complete their undergraduate studies. Thesis I will be devoted mainly to research. Thesis II upon the assembly and presentation of results. The work of both Theses will be presented in the Seminar that will be adjudicated by a jury in the final semester (see below.)

MS590 - Graduate Seminar (3,0)3
• This seminar is designed to promote research interest based on the studies in Master Theses I and II, respectively. Master students must register and fulfil departmental requirements of the graduate seminar and complete their Master thesis after the seminar

MT511 - Advanced Engineering Mathematics I (3,0)3
• Selected topic in applied mathematics drawn from variety of areas: partial differential equation, tensor analysis calculus of variations, asymptotic methods, integral equation, advanced theory of transforms and distributions and numerical analysis. . (Prerequisite: Instructor’s consent)

MT512 - Advanced Engineering Mathematics II (3,0)3
• Linear topological space, Banach and Hilbert Spaces. Algebraic structure groups, rings, fields, and extension of fields. Introduction to the theory of complex variable, analytic continuation of Riemann surfaces. Some special functions.

Master’s Programmes in Architecture
• Business Administration and Management, particularly in the construction sector, has gone under rapid changes and developments in recent years. In addition to the increase in the emphasis on environmental issues and public welfare, rapid technological developments had an impact on the way the businesses practices were conducted.
• Some of the recent trends and developments can be summarised as:
• Increase in the use of computerised management information and control systems
• Greater use of new technologies in construction.
• Complexity of projects equipment and market share.
• More use of industrialised building systems and components.
• The new managers should be more sensitive to the environmental issues, public welfare and customer satisfaction. They also should follow up the recent trends and developments very closely by reading more and by participating in educational activities.
• In order to meet these requirements the Faculty offers three masters programmes. The MA in Interior Design is intended for students who have completed their first degree in this subject. Similarly the MArch is designed for students who wish to advance their knowledge in Architecture and the MSc in Construction Management for those who wish to continue with more advanced studies in this subject. The basic teaching programmes of the last two masters are identical but the subject matter of the projects and thesis will relate directly to the subject matter of the degree.

Master of Arts (MA) in Interior Design

Year1
Fall Semester
IDES555 (3,0)3 Research Methodology
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective

Spring Semester
IDES506 ( n c) Seminar in thesis research
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective

Year 2
Fall Semester
IDES600 (NC) Thesis

Master of Architecture (MArch)

Year 1
Fall Semester
ARCH555 (3,0)3 Research Methodology
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective

Spring Semester
ARCH506 ( n c) Seminar in thesis research
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective

Year 2
Fall Semester
ARCH 600 NC Thesis

Master of Science (MSc) in Construction Management

Year 1
Fall Semester
ARCH555 (3,0)3 Research Methodology
ARCH501 (3,0)3 Project I
ARCH531 (3,0)3 Introduction to Quantitative Analysis in Construction Management
(3,0)3 Elective

Spring Semester
ARCH506 (3,0)3 Seminar in Thesis Research
ARCH522 (3,0)3 Computer Application in Building Project Management
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective
(3,0)3 Elective

Year 2
Fall Semester
ARCH600 (NC) Thesis

Elective Courses for MA, MArch and MSc in Construction Management

ARCH509 (3,0)3 Environmental Geology
ARCH 510 (3,0)3 Meaning in Architecture (3,0)3
ARCH511 (3,0)3 Theory of Restoration I
ARCH512 (3,0)3 Theory of Restoration II
ARCH513 (3,0)3 Construction Project I
ARCH514 (3,0)3 Construction Project II
ARCH515 (3,0)3 Math. Relationships in Standardisation of Buildings.
ARCH516 (3,0)3 Statistical Analysis
ARCH 517 (3,0)3 Relation between Politics and Architecture
ARCH518 (3,0)3 Restoration Project I
ARCH520 (3,0)3 Theories of Modern Architecture
ARCH521 (3,0)3 Computer Application in Management.
ARCH531 (3,0)3 Introduction to Quantitative Analysis in Construction Management (3,0)3
ARCH536 (3,0)3 Structural, Constructural Technology & Economics (3,0)3
ARCH538 (3,0)3 Determination of Building Components in Industrialised Building System
ARCH541 (3,0)3 Historic Structural Systems
ARCH542 (3,0)3 Management Theory
ARCH 550 (3,0)3 Special Themes in Architecture (3,0)3
ARCH 560 (3,0)3 Architectural Semiotics (3,0)3
ARCH581 (3,0)3 Legal Aspects in Construction (3,0)3
IDES525 (3,0)3 Analysis of the Problems in Interior Design & Information

Master’s in Architecture Course Descriptions (ARCH, IDES)

ARCH501 - Project I (3,0)3
• Project Planning, resource allocation, and cost estimation, calculation of project cost and duration, project control.

ARCH509 - Environmental Geology (3,0)3
How the physical world determines the appearance, climate, and ecology of our planet and how this physical landscape reflects a region's history, literature, and human ecology.
Class will conduct a holistic investigation of a problem in environmental geology using basic principles and methods of science and geology; investigation topics will vary.

ARCH510 - Meaning in Architecture (3,0)3
We will immerse ourselves in these 'currents of warm life.' We will live for ourselves questions about whether architecture can be informed by this 'everything else;' the 'everyday.' We will live questions pertaining to whether the meaning and purpose and vitality of architecture can be enhanced by this 'everything else.' We will even consider the question: Can architecture already existing be found in this realm of 'everything else?' And perhaps most meaningfully, we will revive old questions (perhaps once asked long ago and unsatisfactorily answered; asked and then neglected, left unanswered, left an open question, a question lived): "Where does architecture come from?" And on our way we will discover structures (sometimes called simple, naive, practical, vernacular, unselfconscious, humble). Here and there we will discover both ritualized and routine practices and structures.

ARCH511 - Theory of Restoration I
Are you interested in restoring a home? This course introduces the student to the field of historic preservation examining the history and theory of preservation in America. Course work includes historical aspects, the issue of sustainability, state and local guidelines, preservation standards, career opportunities, and professional practices
This course prepares students for the business of preservation construction with respect to historic buildings Topics include company organization, estimating, bidding, contract documents, labor law relations, project scheduling, insurance and bonding.

ARCH512 - Theory of Restoration II
This course study of concepts, terminology and general principles of restoration
acquiring basic knowledge of the building, documenting and assessing the condition,
values, needs and means of building protection, knowledge of old building methods and materials, restoration plan and demonstrations on methods and materials.

ARCH513 - Construction Project I
Study of statics, member analysis, material science, and advanced construction systems with emphasis on the systems module and introduction to system integration code and cost.
Analysis and communication of technical information and the process of preparing documents for building construction.

ARCH514 - Construction Project II
Study of structural capacity, connection design, and envelope performance and cost with emphasis on cladding. Introduction to system integration. Outside assignments required.

ARCH515 - Math. Relationship in Standardization of Blds.
This course introduces the basics of statics and strength of materials without calculus. Students will study stress and strength factors of rigid bodies including application of these forces to practical mechanical design problems. A basic understanding of trigonometry and knowledge of Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD are recommended to solve a variety of problems. Minimum competency levels in reading, writing, and mathematics and/or instructor permission is required

ARCH516 - Statical Analysis
Students develop the fundamental knowledge of information systems, including formal systems and models. Covers use of data, information, and knowledge in organizations, information lifecycle; collection, storage, processing, retrieval, delivery; and overview of the various components of an information infrastructure including computing platforms, software architectures, and telecommunications networks. Types of information systems, client server architectures, and emerging information systems

ARCH517 - Relation between Politics and Architecture
The aim of this course is to explore the status of the state in an era of ostensible globalisation. As a starting point, the course consider the role and function of the state from a variety theoretical viewpoints. With this as a basis, we will delve into question of globalisation, both in terms of its intellectual utility and practical relevance. This will involve, first, reviewing some of the central debates around globalisation as a concept and, second, considering the varying ways in which the state has reacted to the discursive, ideological and practical exigencies of the contemporary (globalising) period. In doing so, the course is designed to focus on the potentially changing shape of the state in the current era, with special reference to alterations in production relations, global finance and social democracy. Through each of these themes, it is hoped that the students will consider how different intellectual perspectives - Weberian, Marxist, Feminist, Post-Colonialist - contribute to our understanding of the state in the current era. Finally, we will also consider the possibility that that state is being displaced by other levels of governance, and how meaningful avenues of resistance may or may not fit into this process

ARCH520 - Theories of Modern Architecture
Examination of theoretical issues in architecture through critical reading of texts selected from Vitruvius to the most contemporary thinkers in relation to emerging design challenges

ARCH521 - Computer Application in Management
Advanced computer graphics applications, programming, and contract document systems.

ARCH522 - Comp. Applications in Building Project Management (3,0)3
Urbanisation, types of urban settlements, urban economy, urban land, urban morphology. Urbanisation and natural environment; urban land use, infrastructure and transportation. Urban planning, urban design and planning process. Planning problems of Turkey; development plans, renewal and conservation issues, administrative and legal aspects of city planning

ARCH522 - Comp. Applications in Building Project Management (3,0)3
• Urbanisation, types of urban settlements, urban economy, urban land, urban morphology. Urbanisation and natural environment; urban land use, infrastructure and transportation. Urban planning, urban design and planning process. Planning problems of Turkey; development plans, renewal and conservation issues, administrative and legal aspects of city planning.

ARCH531 - Introduction to Quantitative Analysis in Construction Management (3,0)3
• Introduction to general statistical principles, descriptive statistics, normal distribution with application, application of statistical estimations.

ARCH536 - Structural, Constructural Technology & Economics (3,0)3
• The main theme of this course, is to show / express the relationship between materials, structure and form. Contemporary and traditional architectural periods, have different samples. Some selected samples of these two architectural periods are compared to each other and structural form factors take into consideration according to the materials possibilities. Different form, has different materials and structure is the summary of this lecture.

ARCH538 - Determination of Building Components in Industrialised Building Systems (3,0)3
• As a consequence of the population explosion, almost every country of the world has faced faster building problems. In order to bring a solution to this problem, a number of research studies in each country are made. In this course three methods will be handed. These can be grouped under three topics: Mathematical Approach, Component Definition, and Component Relation.

ARCH 541 Historic Structural System
• Focused studies in architectural history involving written and oral analysis of scholarly sources. Topic varies and may include preservation issues. Survey of the development of world architecture from the ancient era to the advent of enlightenment in Europe.

ARCH 542 Management Theories
• Project organization and management documentation of project information, budget analysis, and coordination of consultants and building systems.

ARCH 550 Special Themes in Architecture (3,0)3
• Architecture has to provide us a physical shelter from our environment, create a framework for our activities and above all, express symbolical and ethical values. The themes in ARCH 550 is focuses the nature of architectural knowledge; theories and histories of, in, about, or for architecture. Theories of form, function and space.

ARCH555 - Research Methodology (3,0)3
• Meaning and importance of research in practice and education, needs and areas of research, concept of methodology, formulation of a research problem, publication

ARCH 560 - Architectural Semiotics (3,0)3
• Semiotics is a science, which studies all cultural phenomena as if they were systems of signs- on the hypothesis that all cultural phenomena are, in reality , systems of signs , or that culture can be understood as communication-. More simply, semioticians study how meanings are made: as such, they are concerned not only with communication but also with the construction and maintenance of reality.

ARCH581 - Legal Aspects in Construction (3,0)3
• An in- depth study of the importance of Laws and Regulations with Construction in general and study the Laws and Regulations in the TRNC to discover how they affect the design and implementations of the design Construction in general.

IDES525 - Analysis of the Problems in Interior Design & Information (3,0)3
• Students use their knowledge of design concepts and construction and apply them to the limitations of specific groups. The design problem varies by term and includes such elements as designing for handicapped and the elderly. This course will also deal with legal aspects of the facilities to be prepared for these specific groups.

Master’s Programmes in Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Turkish Language & Literature Teaching (3.5 + 1.5 years, without thesis, in Turkish only)

This programme is offered in the Turkish language.

• The main objective of the department is to offer a combined Bachelor of Education and Master of Arts Programme in a total of 5 years. This comprises a 3.5 + 1.5 year master’s degree programme without thesis.
• This programme is intended for students who have chosen the teaching of the Turkish Language and Literature at the Secondary School level as a profession. Its curriculum aims at teaching the historical development of the Turkish language, its present state and knowledge about the finesse of the language and detailed study skills and strategies; and the attainment of educational competence in teaching methods and technology.
• In addition to teaching, students who graduate from this programme will be able to work in the fields of journalism and broadcasting, public relations, archives, foundations and libraries. Above all, the programme will help the students to improve themselves and be efficient with skills and techniques in novel writing, story writing, poetry, criticism and research techniques.
• In order to graduate from this programme students will have to study for 7 semesters (3.5 years) the Turkish Language and Literature courses and 3 semesters (1.5 years) the educational courses that comprise of 41 credits. Students will have to complete 162 credits in all in order to graduate.

Year 1
Fall Semester
TDE103 (3,0)3 5 Turkish I: Writing
TDE105 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Grammar I
TDE107 (3,0)3 8 Ottoman Turkish I
TDE109 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Literature I
TAR001 (1,0)0 2 National History I
EFL101 (3,0)3 5 English as a Foreign Language I

Spring Semester
TDE106 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Grammar I1
TDE108 (3,0)3 8 Ottoman Turkish II
TDE110 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Literature II
TDE112 (3,0)3 5 Written Communication II
TAR002 (1,0)0 2 National History II
EFL102 (3,0)3 2 English as a Foreign Language II

Year 2
Fall Semester
TDE205 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Grammar III
TDE207 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Folk Literature I
TDE209 (3,0)3 8 Old Turkish Literature I
TDE211 (3,0)3 5 Modern Turkish Literature I
BGS101 (2,2)3 5 Intro to Information Systems I
EFL203 (3,0)3 2 English as a Foreign Lang III

Spring Semester
TDE206 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Grammar IV
TDE208 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Folk Literature II
TDE210 (3,0)3 8 Old Turkish Literature II
TDE212 (3,0)3 5 Modern Turkish Literature II
BGS102 (3,0)3 5 Computer II
EFL204 (3,0)3 2 English as a Foreign Lang IV

Year 3
Fall Semester
TDE300 (3,0)3 5 Diction
TDE307 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Folk Literature III
TDE325 (3,0)3 6 Old Turkish Literature III
TDE311 (3,0)3 5 Modern Turkish Literature III
TDE313 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Dialects I
TDE319 (3,0)3 5 Children’s Literature

Spring Semester
TDE305 (3,0)3 5 Western Literature I
TDE308 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Folk Literature IV
TDE320 (3,0)3 6 Old Turkish Literature IV
TDE312 (3,0)3 5 Modern Turkish Literature IV
TDE314 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Dialects II
TDE318 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Folklore

Year 4
Fall Semester
TDE420 (3,0)3 5 General Linguistics
TDE415 (3,0)3 5 Turkish Folk Literature V
TDE419 (3,0)3 8 Old Turkish Literature V
TDE411 (3,0)3 5 Modern Turkish Literature V
TDE413 (3,0)3 5 World Literature
TDE417 (3,0)3 5 Seminar

Spring Semester
EGT402 (3,0)3 5 Introduction to the Teaching Profession
EGT406 (3,0)3 5 Human Development & Learning
EGT408 (3,2)4 5 Planning & Evaluation in Education
EGT410 (2,2)3 5 Special Teaching Methods I
EGT412 (1,4)3 10 School Experience I

Year 5
Fall Semester
EGT501 (2,2)3 5 Teaching Technology & Materials Development
EGT503 (2,2)3 5 Classroom Management
EGT505 (2,2)3 5 Special Teaching Methods II
EGT507 (1,4)3 10 School Experience II
5 Elective I

Spring Semester<
EGT502 (2,6)5 5 Practice Teaching
EGT506 (3,0)3 5 Evaluation & Studies on Textbooks
EGT504 (3,0)3 5 Guidance
(3,0)3 5 Elective II
EGT510 10 Term Project

Traditional Masters Degrees in Education

• The Faculty of Education offers the following Masters programmes:
• Master of Arts (MA) in English Language Teaching
• Master of Arts (MA) in Turkish Language & Literature Teaching
• Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching (Without-thesis)
• Master of Arts (MA) in Curriculum Education & Instruction.

• The aim of these programmes is to better equip prospective and current teachers for more efficient and effective teaching careers and in particular to:
• provide a firm foundation in the theoretical and applied aspects of Education.
• provide a background for programme administrators and curriculum specialists.
• equip teachers with current developments in teaching.
• enable prospective or in-service teachers to identify education needs and be able to plan teaching to meet learners’ needs.
• enable current or prospective teachers to implement contemporary teaching strategies, methods and technologies in a variety of educational environments in order to raise the effectiveness and efficiency of language teaching.
• enable the teacher to take the necessary measures for the evaluation and development of the teaching endeavour.

Conditions for Acceptance
• The MA candidate should be a first-degree holder in education or a related field. Candidates holding first degrees in other fields may also be accepted provided they fulfil certain requirements identified by the Programme Director.
• The candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English (either through international exam results or the GAU proficiency exam).

Graduation Requirements
• The MA Programme can be completed with or without thesis options. Candidates who opt for the thesis option must complete a minimum of seven courses, one seminar course followed by a thesis.
• The non-thesis option consists of 10 courses followed by a term project.

Master of Arts (MA) in Turkish Language & Literature Teaching

This course is presented in the Turkish language. Please see Turkish language catalogue for details.

Master of Arts (MA) in English Language Teaching

ELTM501 (3,0)3 ELT Methodology and Practicum
ELTM502 (3,0)3 Language Testing
ELTM503 (3,0)3 Materials Development & Evaluation
ELTM504 (3,0)3 Syllabus Design
ELTM505 (3,0)3 Second Language Acquisition
ELTM507 (3,0)3 Computer-assisted Language Learning (CALL)
ELTM508 (3,0)3 Discourse Analysis
ELTM509 (3,0)3 Linguistics for English Language Teaching
ELTM510 (3,0)3 Literature in the Teaching of English
ELTM515 (3,0)3 English for Specific Purposes
ELTM530 NC MAELT Term-Project (for non-thesis option)
ELTM540 NC Seminar (for thesis option)
ELTM550 NC MA Thesis (for thesis option)
MEDU531 (3,0)3 Instructional Design
MEDU532 (3,0)3 Research Methodology in Education
MEDU534 (3,0)3 Individual Differences in Educational Context
MEDU536 (3,0)3 Assessment and Evaluation of Learning Outcomes and Teaching
MEDU537 (3,0)3 Information Technologies & Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching (without thesis)

MEDU402 (3,0)3 Introduction to Teaching Profession
MEDU406 (3,0)3 Human Development & Learning
MEDU408 (3,2)4 Planning and Evaluation in Education
MEDU410 (2,2)4 Special Teaching Methods I
MEDU412 (1,4)3 School Experience I
MEDU501 (2,2)3 Instructional Technology & Material Development
MEDU502 (2,6)5 Teaching Practice
MEDU503 (2,2)3 Classroom Management
MEDU504 (3,0)3 Guidance
MEDU505 (2,2)3 Special Teaching Methods II
MEDU506 (3,0)3 Textbook Evaluation
MEDU507 (1,4)3 School Practice/Experience II
MEDU508 (3,0)3 Research in Education
MEDU509 Measurement & Evaluation in Education
MEDU510 Term Project

Master of Arts (MA) in Educational Administration & Supervision

MEDU560 (3,0)3 Administrative & Organisational Behaviour
MEDU561 (3,0)3 Educational Leadership in Action
MEDU563 (3,0)3 Legal Aspects of Educational Administration
MEDU564 (3,0)3 Evaluation of Educational Organisations
MEDU565 (3,0)3 Management of Human Resources in Educational Organisations
MEDU566 (3,0)3 Professional Development and Supervision
MEDU567 (3,0)3 Organisation Theory in Education
MEDU568 (3,0)3 Theory, Practice and Research in Educational Leadership
MEDU569 (3,0)3 Educational Policy Analysis
MEDU570 (3,0)3 Stress Management Research
MEDU571 (3,0)3 The School Curriculum: Policy and Practice
MEDU572 (3,0)3 Development of Educational Programs
MEDU573 (3,0)3 Case Studies on Educational Administration
MEDU574 (3,0)3 Communications and Public Relations
MEDU575 (3,0)3 Psychology for Administrators
MEDU532 (3,0)3 Research Methodology in Education
MEDU544 (3,0)3 Seminar
MEDU546 (3,0)3 Thesis

Master of Arts (MA) in Curriculum Development & Instruction

MEDU531 (3,0)3 Instructional Design
MEDU532 (3,0)3 Research Methodology in Education
MEDU533 (3,0)3 Designing Computer Assisted Environment
MEDU534 (3,0)3 Individual Differences in Educational Context
MEDU536 (3,0)3 Assessment and Evaluation of Learning Outcomes and Teaching
MEDU535 (3,0)3 Educational Statistics
MEDU537 (3,0)3 Information Technologies & Education
MEDU538 (3,0)3 Teaching Strategies
MEDU539 (3,0)3 Elective
MEDU540 (3,0)3 Contemporary Issues in Teaching & Curriculum
MEDU541 (3,0)3 Elective
MEDU542 (3,0)3 Elective
MEDU544 Seminar
MEDU546 Thesis

Master of Arts (MA) in Mathematics Teaching

MEDU531 (3,0)3 Instructional Design
MEDU532 (3,0)3 Research Methodology in Education
MEDU533 (3,0)3 Designing Computer Assisted Environment
MEDU534 (3,0)3 Individual Differences in Educational Context
MEDU535 (3,0)3 Educational Statistics
MEDU536 (3,0)3 Assessment and Evaluation of Learning Outcomes & Teaching
MEDU537 (3,0)3 Information Technologies and Education
MEDU538 (3,0)3 Teaching Strategies in Mathematics Education
MEDU540 (3,0)3 Contemporary Issues in Teaching & Curriculum
MEDU544 Seminar
MEDU546 Thesis
2 electives from Educational Sciences
2 electives from Mathematics

Master’s in Education Course Descriptions (EGT, ELTM, MEDU)

EGT501 - Teaching Technology & Materials Development (2,2)3
• The characteristics of various types of educational technologies, the use and importance of these in the teaching process, development of materials (worksheets, slide pictures, video/computer based materials, etc.) using educational technology. (Prerequisite: EGT408)

EGT502 - Practice Teaching (2,6)5
• For a minimum of 12 weeks, the teacher candidate will be observing and teaching in a classroom environment. He/she is expected to prepare and teach a number of lessons at the end of which a 2 hour seminar is held to assess and share the experience. (Prerequisite: EGT412)

EGT503 - Classroom Management (2,2)3
• Involves the study of factors affecting student behaviour, classroom management, development and implementation of disciplinary code, management of class-time, class organisation, motivation, communication, starting a new semester, creating a positive environment conducive to learning, behaviour problems in the classroom and the measures to be taken in response.

EGT504 - Guidance (3,0)3
• The aims and objectives of personal student counselling and its role in education. The promotion of counselling areas, general principles of counselling, getting to know the student, guiding the student, data collection and dissemination, psychological counselling, placement, monitoring of students, counselling, research and evaluation, relations with the environment, vocational guidance, the objectives of special education and the identification and education of students in need of special education. (Prerequisite: EGT406)

EGT505 - Special Teaching Methods II (2,2)3
• The field specific teaching methods, applying the general teaching methods to field-specific teaching, analysis of the course books and relating them to the field specific teaching methods and strategies, micro-teaching applications and evaluation of teaching. (Prerequisite: EGT410)

EGT506 - Evaluation & Studies on Textbooks (3,0)3
• Critical evaluation of books and study programmes already approved by the Ministry of National Education; analysis of materials from the following standpoints: contents, language, appropriateness of level, format, attractiveness, contribution to meaningful learning, ease of learning, etc.

EGT507 - School Experience II (1,4)3
• Observations and implementations made to constitute basis of “Teacher Course Implementation” carried out under the auspices of an implementation teacher. Some observation and implementation issues. Asking questions, giving instructions and explanations, lesson management and control of class; student evaluation from various angles. Evaluation of student work. Lesson planning; benefiting from textbooks; group work, class organisation; preparation and use of scheme of work. Micro-teaching.

EGT510 – Term Project
• In order to complete the requirements for the MA non-thesis option, students are required to produce a term project, the topic of which has to be approved by the Department and the standard of which must be appropriate for a Master's degree.

ELTM501 - Methodology & Practicum (3,0)3
• Overview of the range of methodological approaches to language teaching. Practical training in current approaches (particularly the communicative approach and task-based learning). Teaching the four macro skills and integrated skills at various levels. Designing and implementing classroom tasks and interactive language teaching. Materials development and language teaching technology. Classroom observation and classroom-based teacher training. Observation and evaluation of students’ teaching skills, both in simulated and classroom environments.

ELTM502 - Language Testing (3,0)3
• The course presents a practical approach to language testing. Although the theoretical background will be discussed, the focus will be on what useful and reliable instruments are available for classroom language teachers. There will therefore be considerable practical work on constructing tests and analysing test results. The course will also involve some basic statistics using SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) computer program.

ELTM503 - Materials Development & Evaluation (3,0)3
• Reviewing methods of evaluating language teaching materials and adaptation techniques and applying evaluation and adaptation criteria to materials currently employed; determining appropriate discovery procedures for developing effective language teaching materials through applied research.

ELTM504 - Syllabus Design (3,0)3
• The course provides teachers with tools and techniques for analysing and improving the syllabuses with which they work. It also provides concepts and procedures for teachers to develop their own syllabuses, outlining theoretical issues and practical considerations. It includes analysis of the following areas: socio-political and institutional aspects of course design; learner profiles and needs analysis; goals, aims and objectives; content selection, grading and sequencing; choice of tasks and activities; assessment and evaluation procedures.

ELTM505 - Second Language Acquisition (3,0)3
• The course presents theories of how learners learn languages. It involves a critical evaluation of research and its theoretical basis in second language acquisition and learning, together with its implications for classroom practice. The aim of this course is to extend the participants’ knowledge of research into the theories of SLA and to explore the various pedagogical implications. Topics will include the nature and scope of SLA research and theoretical models, error analysis, contrastive analysis, universal grammar, inter-language, automaticity, discourse analysis, affective factors, individual differences, and the role of formal instruction.

ELTM507 - Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) (3,0)3
• The course presents an overview of CALL and its potential for second language classrooms. It aims to provide a practical introduction to the use of computers in the teaching of foreign languages. It will explore ways in which computer work can be integrated into the language curriculum. Participants will be introduced to a variety of CALL programs, and will be expected to design a software evaluation framework and present a teaching session in which computer technology is integrated.

ELTM508 - Discourse Analysis (3,0)3
• Discourse Analysis is concerned with the description of written and spoken language in use. It aims to identify systems and patterns within discourse and to relate these features to the context in which language is produced. This module will focus on English language data and will introduce some principal issues in the description of discourse, such as conversation structure, exchange structure, coherence and cohesion in text, and the organisation of information. The module comprises two complementary components: i) an outline of the main approaches to the description of discourse, and ii) workshop sessions applying these approaches to naturally occurring samples of language, including political interview, classroom and clinical interaction, personal anecdote, scientific and academic text.

ELTM509 - Linguistics for English Language Teaching (3,0)3
• Contributions of linguistics to the field of foreign language teaching and current approaches to the linguistic analysis of English. The course looks at how the insights gained from descriptive linguistics can help the language teacher better support his/her students learning

ELTM510 - Literature in the Teaching of English (3,0)3
• Significant contributions of literature to the process and purpose of learning English as a foreign language; poetry, prose and drama in the EFL classroom; approaches to selecting texts for different levels of learners.

ELTM515 - English for Specific Purposes (3,0)3
• This course traces the origins and development of ESP and its relationship to ELT in general. It examines the various defining characteristics of ESP that have been suggested in the literature and explores a variety of approaches to ESP Course Design and implementation. Consideration is given to the role of the ESP teacher and to methodology in ESP. An important contemporary concern is with the management of ESP programmes. The module will cover the following topics: Introduction to ESP, the origins and development of ESP, ESP course design and the ESP syllabus.

ELTM530 - MA ELT Term-Project
• In order to complete the requirements for the MA/ELT non-thesis option, students are required to produce a term project, the topic of which has to be approved by the Department and the standard of which must be appropriate for a Master's degree.

ELTM540 - Seminar
• This course is essential preparation for your MA thesis through prescribed readings, written and/or oral presentation of the work developed. The course deals with theoretical and methodological issues that are central to research on language learning. It has been designed to provide support for any MA student undertaking research in the Department.

ELTM550 - MA Thesis (option)
• Supervised independent research on a topic approved by the student’s advisor and the head of the department or the coordinator of the MA ELT. The thesis component is a substantial investigation of a topic under close supervision, requiring a degree of fresh insight or the generation of fresh information. It must be an original contribution to the field of English Language Teaching. All candidates undertaking the thesis are required to submit a detailed proposal at the beginning of the semester of enrolment.

MEDU501 - Instructional Technology & Material Development (3,0)3
• The characteristics of various types of educational technologies, the use and importance of these in the teaching process, development of materials (worksheets, slide pictures, video/computer based materials, etc.) by using educational technology. (Prerequisite: MEDU501)

MEDU502 - Teaching Practice (3,0)3
• A weekly full day or 2 half-days (a minimum of 12 week) the teacher candidate is in a real classroom where teaching skills are acquired. He/she is expected to prepare and teach a number of lessons at the end of which a 2 hour seminar is held to assess and share the experience. (Prerequisite: MEDU501)

MEDU503 - Classroom Management (3,0)3
• Involves study of factors affecting student behaviour; classroom management; development and implementation of disciplinary code; management of class-time; class organisation; motivation, communication; starting a new semester; creating a positive environment conducive to learning; behavioural problems in the classroom and measures to be taken in response.

MEDU504 - Guidance (3,0)3
• The aims and objectives of personal student counselling and its role in education. The promotion of counselling areas; General principles of Counselling; getting to know the student; guiding the student, data collection and dissemination; psychological counselling, placement, monitoring of students, counselling, research and evaluation; relations with the environment, vocational guidance; the objectives of special education and, the identification and education of students in need of special education. (Prerequisite: MEDU501)

MEDU505 - Special Teaching Methods II (3,0)3
• The field specific teaching methods, applying the general teaching methods to field-specific teaching, analysis of the course books and relating them to the field specific teaching methods and strategies. Micro-teaching.

MEDU506 - Textbook Evaluation (3,0)3
• Surveying textbooks in the selected area. Analysing, evaluating content and methods of the various textbooks.

MEDU507 - School Practice/Experience II (3,0)3
• Observations and Implementations made to constitute basis of “Teacher Course Implementation” carried out under the auspices of an implementation teacher. Some observation and implementation issues. Asking questions, directives and explanations, lesson management and control of class; student evaluation from various angles. (Prerequisite: MEDU501)

MEDU508 - Research in Education (3,0)3 -
• As for MEDU532

MEDU509 – Measurement & Evaluation (3,0)3
• This course covers the foundations of assessment and evaluation to teaching the process of curriculum development. Evaluation and assessment are seen as important in providing an informed basis for curriculum decision making. Topics include the nature of evaluation and assessment, evaluation purposes, evaluation models, evaluation methods, and choosing appropriate evaluation strategies and outcomes based assessment. Students are required to develop various evaluation instruments.

MEDU510 – Term Project
As for EGT510

MEDU531 - Instructional Design (3,0)3
• The course provides teachers with tools, techniques for analysing and improving courses in which they are involved. Principles of instructional design, analysis of content, and analysis of context instructional objectives and sequencing of instruction, instructional strategic, learning theories, and evaluation of outcome of learning are studied at length.

MEDU532 - Research Methodology in Education (3,0)3
• In this course basic research design issues are considered and various methods of data collection examined, together with their suitability for investigating different types of research questions. Students will explore the use of quantitative and qualitative data, and data resulting from experimental, interview, observation, single-case, and survey research methods. Issues in survey design, questionnaire construction, sampling, item analysis and collection and analysis of results. It examines the relationship between research questions and appropriate study design. Students will design a research project using one or more of these research methods. Basic statistical analysis procedures will be reviewed and applications such as action research, needs assessment, and evaluation research introduced.

MEDU533 - Designing Computer Assisted Learning Environment (3,0)3
• Students are introduced a number of software packages, multimedia authoring environments and web sites in contexts familiar to them. These will include CD-ROM and web based learning materials. The objective is to introduce students to a wide range of technologies to which they may ‘apply’ their computer-based instructional models. No authoring is specifically taught.

MEDU534 - Individual Differences in Educational Context (3,0)3
• This course introduces a range of topics to the challenge of how classroom context and teaching style can be manipulated to meet the unique needs of individual students. The course involves investigation of: Different learning styles; specific learning difficulties (e.g., dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD); learning impairment (mental retardation); multicultural issues and psychosocial problems.

MEDU535 - Educational Statistics (3,0)3
• Characteristic of sets of scores; descriptive statistics. Sampling, estimation, inference. Probability and its estimation. Sampling distributions. Analysis of data from two samples: t-test. Correlation and its estimation: Pearson Spearman. Chi-squared test of independence. Introduction to the analysis of variance.

MEDU536 - Assessment & Evaluation of Learning Outcomes & Teaching (3,0)3
• This course is designed for students who wish to develop skills in assessment of student and teacher performance. It reviews the issues involved in making judgements about outcomes of the teaching-learning process, principles and methods for the evaluation of learning, teaching and curricula, including analysis and construction of tests. Topics include the nature of curriculum evaluation and assessment, evaluation purposes, evaluation models, deigning curriculum evaluation, evaluation methods, and choosing appropriate evaluation strategies and outcomes based assessment.

MEDU537 - Information Technologies & Education (3,0)3
• This subject provides a means by which students can explore the changing nature of teaching and learning practices in schools and other education and training environments. In particular, the potential role that technologies can play on both the design and delivery of teaching and learning environments is critically examined. As a result of this exploration students will be able to assess technology-based change, and provide technology-rich environments for the benefit of learners.

MEDU538 - Teaching Strategies (3,0)3
• The purpose of this course is to provide participants with an opportunity to explore various teaching strategies. Teacher oriented teaching techniques, individualised instructional approach and group interaction techniques are reviewed and critiqued. Exposition, explicit, demonstration, discovery, role play, open and group discussion strategies.

MEDU540 - Contemporary Issues in Teaching & Curriculum (3,0)3
• The purpose of this course is to provide participants with an opportunity to explore the socially constructed nature of schooling, curriculum, teaching and learning in contexts that are rapidly changing. Current issues that impact on teachers’ work will be investigated. Recent research and theory which examine the roles of teachers in facilitating students, learning in primary, secondary and tertiary contexts will be reviewed and critiqued. Issues that have impacted across all education sectors (such as outcomes based education, problem based/inquiry learning; issues of class, gender and culture; the politics of curriculum reform) depending on the professional interests of participants will be discussed.

MEDU544 - Seminar
• This course is essential preparation for your MA thesis through prescribed readings, written and/or oral presentation of the work developed. The course deals with theoretical and methodological issues that are central to research on language learning. It has been designed to provide support for any MA student undertaking research.

MEDU546 - MA Thesis (option)
• Supervised independent research on a topic approved by the student’s advisor and the head of the department. The thesis component is a substantial investigation of a topic under close supervision, requiring a degree of fresh insight or the generation of fresh information. It must be an original contribution to the field of education. All candidates undertaking the thesis are required to submit a detailed proposal at the beginning of the semester of enrolment.

MEDU560 - Administrative & Organisational Behaviour (3,0)3
• Deals with the contexts, roles and functions of management in educational institutions: team work, decision-making, communication, planning and policy-making, human resource management, staff motivation and satisfaction, exercising power/authority/influence, structuring and organising, problem solving, quality assurance and total quality management, managing learning and teaching, and managing physical resources. Study of research into these issues in educational settings.

MEDU561- Educational Leadership in Action (3,0)3
• A study of educational leadership in action based on selected organisational and policy contexts including reflective practice, professional and curriculum leadership, financial and legal decision-making in education.

MEDU563 - Legal Aspects of Educational Administration (3,0)3
• Sources of law in the context of a historical overview of the evolution of State responsibility for education; analysis of current government responsibility for education; legal rights, obligations and duties of students and parents/guardians with emphasis on litigious areas such as negligence, discipline and privacy; review of administrative decisions by educators by the Supreme Court generally and in specific areas such as the Ombudsman, anti-discrimination, copyright and freedom of information; the interplay of State education funding; overview of employer/employee relationships, both common law and statutory appointments, promotions, transfers, professional misconduct.

MEDU564 - Evaluation of Educational Organisations (3,0)3
• A study of administrative strategies for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of educational institutions with particular emphasis on organisational culture and the process of change.

MEDU565 - Management of Human Resources in Educational Organisations (3,0)3
• A study of issues in and strategies for the effective management of personnel in educational organisations. This subject explores the issues and choices facing organisations in relation to the effective development of people with a central focus on the relationship between the development and effective utilisation of employees. It analyses factors which shape decisions about the strategic role of HRD in contemporary organisations and the types of policies, programs and practices which impact upon the development of people.

MEDU566 Professional Development & Supervision (3,0)3
• This subject critically evaluates the major theories and debates developed to explain the behaviour of people in work settings and the nature of the organisational context within which such behaviour occurs. It focuses on individual, group and organisational factors influencing the effectiveness of organisations. It provides a detailed analysis of the underlying situational and environmental factors and issues affecting the behaviour of people at work and its impact upon school plans and activities. Central themes include: organisational performance, changes in technology, groups and teamwork, decision making, organisational restructuring and the management and development of culture and meaning in organisations. Case studies and exercises are used to illustrate organisational and behavioural issues within the school context

MEDU567 - Organisation Theory in Education (3,0)3
• The application of organisation theory to educational administration. Scientific management theory, bureaucracy and professional educators, human relations, open systems theory. Contemporary critiques of conventional theories of educational organisations. Educational goals, organisational culture, educational technology, the educational environment, inter-organisational linkages, organisational effectiveness. Alternative theories of educational organisation.

MEDU568 - Theory, Practice & Research in Educational Leadership (3,0)3
• This subject should enable students to develop their understanding of current educational and organisational leadership as applied to a range of people and contexts. Effective leadership is required to meet most educational and organisational challenges, including learning and other forms of change management, otherwise the organisation may not stay competitive. This subject is one of the core subjects for the major in Educational Leadership and it may also be taken alone.

MEDU569 - Educational Policy Analysis (3,0)3
• An analysis of selected policy issues, theories and methods in the analysis of educational policies.

MEDU570 - Stress Management Research (3,0)3
• Emphasises multifaceted approaches to stress management research and practice. Evaluation of various stress management procedures. Includes cognitive, behavioural and transactional models. Discusses applications in different social settings and developmental stages. Examines the role of the educator/manager as a helper, and also global and specific prevention programmes, crisis management, and recent developments in dealing with different types of anxiety and tension.

MEDU571 - The School Curriculum: Policy and Practice (3,0)3
• A critical analysis of the historical foundations of curriculum from formation to implementation. The school curriculum is examined in the light of wider social, economic and political changes. The implications of its structure and content for institutions and teachers are a central focus.

MEDU572 - Development of Educational Programs (3,0)3
• Develops students' understanding of the theories and models of program development and evaluation in the context of education. Examines the nature, goals and content of educational programs, personnel involved, organisational processes and administrative tasks in program development. Considers the meaning, purposes and nature of evaluation, models of evaluation, uses of evaluation information, planning evaluations, evaluation methods, data collection, analysis and reporting of evaluation findings, ethical issues and audiences of evaluation.

MEDU573 - Case Studies on Educational Administration (3,0)3
• This course immerses prospective administrators in the realities of practice and decision-making skills through the use of a wide range of open-ended case studies. Effective practice in school administration involves making decisions about management of schools and reform including state deregulation, district decentralisation, and school restructuring. Leaders need to think beyond management and consider how to affect school culture, professional development and changing populations. Focuses on three areas of leadership: identifying and solving problems, developing and evaluating alternative solutions and refining professional knowledge. Pre-service and in-service school leaders.

MEDU574 - Communications & Public Relations (3,0)3
• This course examines a wide range of issues relating to verbal and non-verbal communication in the school environment. A strong emphasis is placed on the application of effective communication and public relations skills in school settings.

MEDU575 - Psychology for Administrators (3,0)3
• The course covers application of psychology to human management and explores developmental, behavioural, cognitive and social theories, and humanistic approaches in an attempt to analyse employee attitudes and behaviour in relation to communication, motivation and productivity in the workplace.

Master’s Programmes in Law & Course Descriptions

LLM in International Business Law

• The law Master Programme in International Business Law is designed to equip the lawyer or business person with a complete grounding in the concepts and practice of business law in the global economy .

LLM Programme

• Girne American University has established a degree programme of LL.M (Master of Laws) for those students having earned an undergraduate law degree from an accredited university. All students are required to have a TOEFL equivalent of at least 550 to be able to graduate.
• The typical student will take 18 months to complete the programme. This will cover three academic semesters plus an optional summer session. A normal academic graduate student load is three courses per semester and three in the summer session. A part-time programme is available. Almost all of the classes are taught in the late afternoon and evening and on Saturday and Sunday. The degree requires the student to earn a CGPA of at least 3.0 to graduate. The degree requirement is for 10 courses or 30 credit hours plus thesis.
• Students will take 4 core subjects in the first year: 1) Modern legal research methods; 2) Alternative Dispute Resolution; 3) Comparative Constitutional Law; and 4) Legal writing
• The International Business Law specialisation requires various courses in addition to the core subjects: 1) European Union Law III; 2) European Union Law IV; 3) Public International Law II; 4) Private International Law II 5) Company Law III: 6) Telecommunications Law; 7) Cyber Law; 8) Maritime Law; 9) International Business Transactions; 10) Public policy development and legislation for Business; 11.) International Environmental Law; or 12.) Master’s thesis (optional - in lieu of three courses)
• Students are normally required to take at least three courses per semester, but not more than five. Any under-load or overload must be approved by the Dean’s office. The typical student will require three academic semesters and a summer session to complete the programme. Not all courses are offered every semester. Those students who do not have a Law related undergraduate degree will normally be required to take at least one additional transition course as part of their core subjects. That course will be the “Legal Method.”

Master’s in Law Course Descriptions (LLM)

LLM501- Modern Legal Research Methods (3,0)3
• We will concentrate on legal research methods, including classic research through law books, as well as more modern research through the Internet and other research means, including Westlaw, Lexis/Nexus etc.

LLM502 - Alternative Dispute Resolution (3,0)3
• This course will deal with the advantages and disadvantages involved in resolving disputes through other means than litigation. Accordingly, we will analyse arbitration, mediation, negotiation, conciliation, fact-finding etc.

LLM503 - Legal Writing (3,0)3
• Writing like a lawyer and also as an academician is what we will experiment, by using different techniques, concentrating on the best use of English language in getting our message forward as simply and efficiently as possible.

LLM504 - Comparative Constitutional Law (3,0)3
• This course will introduce students to the comparative study of the Constitutions. The main areas covered are
• - the characteristics and sources of the Constitutions
• - the Legislature
• - the implications of membership of the European Union
• - the Executive and Administration and their controls

LLM505/6 - European Union Law III & IV (3,0)3
• These courses will provide an introduction to the law of the European Union (EU). EU law is a newer legal system with some of the characteristics of international law combined with some features of a national legal system based on a written Constitution. In addition to studying the areas of social and economic life in which the EU has exclusive or shared power to act, a large part of the course will deal with the relations between EU law and national law. The social, political and economic context of the EU and the legal rules and judicial decisions will be analysed.

LLM506 - Public International Law III (3,0)3
• This course concerns legal relations between states, as well as the role of The United Nations and other international organisations and, in the fields of human rights and international criminal law, the rights and duties of individuals. Students will be expected to have a grasp of basic principles of international law, including its sources, jurisdictional immunities, treaties and state responsibility, and of the application of those principles in such fields as international environmental law and the law of the sea. Public international law is important not only to provide an informed understanding of international affairs but also to increase the working understanding of the practitioner in a modern legal environment in which rules made at the international level have a growing impact domestically.

LLM507 - Private International Law III (3,0)3
• The private international law, also known as the conflict of laws, is the body of rules applied by the Courts to cases with a foreign element. It may be used to answer three questions: whether the Court should hear the case at all (jurisdiction) where it does hear the case, what law should apply to determine the substantive issue (choice of law) whether a judgement, decree or award of a foreign Court or tribunal should be recognised and enforced in England and Wales. Despite statutory implementation of a number of International Conventions and Law Commission reports, many issues on private international law are answered by reference to case law.

LLM508 - Company Law III (3,0)3
• This course deals with the way in which the law regulates companies and the facilities that the law offers to those in business such as limited liability and transferability of shares. It is also concerned with the corresponding burdens that they shoulder, such as duties of disclosure, compliance with statutory procedures and common law duties and the dynamics of the relationship between the shareholders, who own the company and the directors who manage it. The European Union policy of harmonising the company law of its members and the legislative changes of the United Kingdom will be analysed. The students will also be exposed to learning the skill of interpreting complex statutes and develop a critical analysis of the reasons for the change.

LLM509 - International Environmental Law (3,0)3
• This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the legal and administrative framework that regulates decision-making concerning the environment. It deals with legislation relating to town and country planning, certain special controls designed to protect the environment, and the basic statutory regime concerning the control of pollution. It is intended to give students an understanding of the legal concepts, processes and techniques which have been developed and the problems involved in defining and enforcing environmental standards, the way of making official decisions affecting the environment and the methods by which these decisions can be challenged.

LLM510 - Telecommunications Law (3,0)3
• This area, which is heavily regulated by international law, will be analysed in light of EU regulations, and other laws in the UK, USA as well as the TRNC.

LLM511 - Cyber Law (3,0)3
• The regulation of the Internet via international law and the possible legislation to avoid internet-related “crimes” will be discussed.

LLM512 - Maritime Law (3,0)3
• This course will be a thorough search into trade by sea and the legal implications involved to facilitate this important mean of trade.

LLM513 - International Business Transactions (3,0)3
• We will discuss international trade as regulated by the EU, NAFTA, and other international organisations/instruments in light of the case law that has accumulated over the years.

LLM514 - Public Policy Development & Legislation (3,0)3
• This course will be an exercise in drafting of legislation and public policy in various areas.

LLM520 - Master’s Thesis (9,0)9
• The student is required to work with an approved advisor to prepare a well-researched and organised thesis in a topic to be approved by the Faculty.

PhD Programmes

PhD Programmes & Course Descriptions
• All PhD Programmes require the successful completion of at least twenty-one (21) course credit hours, passing the Comprehensive Examination and the research, writing and successful defence of a PhD thesis. Three of the seven required courses are obligatory. The remaining four are specialised electives.

• The PhD in Business Management is offered specialising in: Marketing, Finance, Management Information Systems and Tourism.

• For the PhD in Construction Management the same set of three obligatory courses is offered plus specialised electives in the relevant fields.

• The PhDs in Educational Administration and in Communications & Media Management require completion of their own unique sets of three obligatory courses plus the required selection of 4 specialised elective courses

PhD in Business Management Specialising in:
- Marketing
- Finance
- MIS
- Tourism & Hospitality

Required Courses
MGMT601 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Management
MGMT603 (3,0)3 6 Seminar in Organisational Behaviour
MGMT610 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Quantitative Approaches to Management

Marketing Specialisation Courses
MGMT611 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Marketing Theories in the Global Environment
MGMT612 (3,0)3 6 Advertising Campaigns
MGMT613 (3,0)3 6 Integrated Marketing Communications
MGMT614 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Marketing Policies

Finance Specialisation Courses
MGMT602 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Statistical Analysis (Including SPSS)
MGMT620 (3,0)3 6 Theories of Financial Decision Making
MGMT621 (3,0)3 6 Analysis of Global Finance
MGMT622 (3,0)3 6 Analysis of New Global Monetary System

MIS Specialisation Courses
CIS 620 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Topics in AI
CIS 640 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Topics in Software Systems
CIS 650 (3,0)3 6 Data Sharing and the Web
CIS 660 (3,0)3 6 Internet-Scale, Self-Organising Distributed Computing
CIS 670 (3,0)3 6 Microwave Circuits
CIS 680 (3,0)3 6 Antennas & Propagation

Tourism & Hospitality Specialisation Courses
THM602 (3,0)3 6 Leadership In Hotel Mgmt. & Human Resources
THM603 (3,0)3 6 Yield Management for Tourism Industry
THM606 (3,0)3 6 Service Operation Mgmt.
THM607 (3,0)3 6 Competitive Strategy for The Hospitality Industry

Required Courses - Descriptions

MGMT601 - Advanced Management (3,0)3 6
• This is a course, which deals with the theoretical bases of System Analysis and Decision-making in establishing, implementing, operating and changing systems.

MGMT603 - Seminar in Organisational Behaviour (3,0)3 6
• The course presents a critical review and analysis of contemporary theory and research on organisation structure, process, and performance. Theoretical statements of individual and group behaviour in organisations will be examined. Weekly faculty and student presentations and discussions will include detailed treatments of organisation design, change, and reorganisation, as well as inter-organisational relationships. Opportunities are provided to develop diagnostic and research skills in specialised topics the student may select.

MGMT610 - Advanced Quantitative Approaches to Management (3,0)3 6
• This is a course in which we deal with the advanced quantitative approaches, which can be used in establishing quantitative models of various systems. The techniques presented are listed below:
• Advanced Forecasting Models
• Advanced Inventory Models
• Advanced Linear Programming Models
• Advanced Network Analysis (CPM/PERT)
• Simulation.

Marketing Specialisation Courses

MGMT611 - Advanced Marketing Theory in Global Environment (3,0)3 6
• Comparative analysis of marketing theories and evolution of marketing thought; contributions from other disciplines evaluation of criticisms against marketing at the micro and macro context legal aspects of marketing in global environment

MGMT612 - Advertising Campaigns (3,0)3 6
• This course will consist of the simulation of constructing promotions with an emphasis on advertising. After real life brief, students simulating and advertising agency will do marketing research and prepare an advertising strategies.

MGMT613 - Integrated Marketing Communications (3,0)3 6
• A course to familiarise students with various aspects of marketing communications, it will focus on IMS tools such as direct marketing, data base marketing, CRM and sales promotion as well as planning, budgeting, creation, execution and evaluation of marketing companies

MGMT614 - Advanced Marketing Policies (3,0) 3 6
• The class aim to introduce the students to the “strategic thinking” process and contemporary marketing strategies in business world today. The re will be a special emphasis to product pricing, distribution, brand innovation and positioning and differentiation strategies

Financial Specialisation Courses

MGMT602 - Advanced Statistical Analysis (3,0)3 6
• This is a course in which the PhD students fully grasp the advanced multivariate analysis techniques (such as: Factorial Analysis, Discriminate Analysis, Canonical Analysis, MANOVA etc.) and their uses in research.

MGMT620 - Theories of Financial Decision Making (3,0) 3
• This course aims to develop an understanding of advanced corporate issues in optimal capital structure decision-making, divided policy, determination, bankruptcy and reorganisation, hybrid, financing, mergers, divestitures, leveraged buyouts (LBO), holding companies, multinational financial management and capital leasing.

MGMT621 - Analysis of Global Finance (3,0)3 6
• This course covers topic in global finance such as international banking network and regulations, Eurocurrency markets and syndicated Eurocurrency loans, financial issues in intermediating credit decisions, globalisation of financial markets and capital movements, decision-making based on country risk assessment, issues in foreign direct investment, international party conditions as well as principles in foreign exchange and interest risk management for multinational corporations.

MGMT622 - Analysis of New Global Monetary System (3,0)3 6
• This is a course in which existing monetary systems in the world will be introduced and discussed. Problems of the exchange systems will be discussed and a new Innovative Global System will be discussed in comparison to the present ones.

MIS Specialisation Courses

CIS620 - Advanced Topics in AI (3,0)3 6
• This course will continue the mathematical development of algorithms in AI and machine learning from Programming Languages. Prerequisites are multivariable calculus, linear algebra, probability theory, and programming experience. The lectures will not follow any particular textbook, but there will be many handouts and suggested readings. Grading will be based on class participation and two substantial course projects

CIS640 - Advanced Topics in Software Systems (3,0)3 6
• This course is to study research trends in embedded systems with emphasis on sensor networks. An embedded systems is a system that interacts with its environment and the correctness is subjected to physical constraints imposed by the environment. Sensor networks are becoming the essential aspect of embedded systems. The main goals of the course are to (1) study leading edge topics in sensor networks, (2) learn principles and concepts underlying sensor networks, (3) learn theory and methods for real-time systems that can be applied to sensor networks, and (4) identify open research problems. The course will centre around the following themes: localisation and coordination, modelling and analysis, networking, programming paradigms and supports, resource management, security, validation and certification. The class will identify a few sensor network applications and then explore design and implementation issues in-depth as group projects. The part of class time will be devoted in discussing and exploring the design alternatives and refining implementation plans of the group projects. Students are expected to participate in the following ways:
• in-class presentation of selected papers and/or source code, and doing a group project that involves the detailed design and prototype implementation of sensor network applications.

CIS650 - Data Sharing and the Web (3,0)3 6
• The goals of this course are to gain a better understanding of the issues of querying, integrating, and otherwise sharing data across the Internet and the World-Wide Web. Data integration is perhaps the best-studied instance of this problem, and we focus on it for much of the semester. We begin with a study of relational query processing as a foundation, and then move on to answering queries using views and adaptive query processing. We also examine architectures for larger-scale or richer data exchange: wide-area data sharing (as proposed by projects such as Mariposa in the 1990s and Piazza today) and sharing with very expressive data definition formalisms (the Semantic Web). Finally, we hope to investigate several efforts to support data exchange scenarios that are not merely query-driven: publish-subscribe, groupware applications, collaborative web sites (such as Sourceforge.net), and versioning-based systems.

CIS660 - Internet-Scale, Self-Organising Distributed Computing (3,0)3 6
• In the past few years, peer-to-peer (P2P) computing has not only dominated the headlines, but it has inspired a new wave of distributed systems research. Pioneering systems such as Napster, Gnutella, and SETI@home harness the vast storage, network, and computing resources at the edge of the network, and they provide large-scale, robust, and self-organising services using unreliable nodes. Peer-to-peer research efforts such as CAN, Chord, Pastry, and others have taken these basic ideas and addressed some of the challenges in a more principled way. Many open problems remain in this area of distributed systems research, particularly those that result from extreme scale, heterogeneity of capabilities and participation, unreliability, and decentralised administrative structure. Key questions include what applications and services are appropriate for peer-to-peer architectures, as well as how to provide them. Can we top music swapping and searching for extraterrestrial life?

CIS670 - Microwave Circuits (3,0)3 6
• Transmission line equations, Smith chart, impedance matching techniques, scattering parameters, transfer parameters, directional couplers, and cavity resonators. Wave propagation in metal wave guides and dielectric wave-guides; optical fibres, optical integrated circuits, and applications to optoelectronic systems. Selections from periodic propagating structures, coupled mode devices, and high-speed circuits for wireless communications.

CIS680 - Antennas & Propagation (3,0)3 6
• General solution of Maxwell’s equations in terms of current sources, polarisation, far-field approximations, radiation from current distributions, field equivalence theorems, geometrical optics approximation, aperture antennas, receiving antennas, theory of arrays, and applications to specific antennas and antenna types.

Tourism & Hospitality Specialisation Courses

THM602 - Leadership in Hotel Mgmt. & Human Resources (3,0)3 6
• This course explores the nature of leaders and leadership from a variety of perspectives. Topic, include charismatic leadership, leadership characteristic, exercise of power, symbolic communication, gender challenges, and related themes. Leadership will be examined from the individual, small group and organisational prospective. Case studies further illustrate the application of course material. Students will assess their own leadership style and engage in leadership development activities. Class members will find opportunity to interact with hospitality leaders and to gain a better understanding of the dynamics of leadership behaviour.

THM603 - Yield Management for Tourism Industry (3,0)3 6
• This course explores the dynamics of identifying implementing best practices to renew organisations and enhance performance. Once identified the course examines how to introduce planned change to implement the theory. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis and design of human resource initiatives to achieve improved organisational performance.

THM606 - Service Operation Mgmt (3,0)3 6
• The objective of this course is to improve the understanding of the operations functions of service organisations. The course focuses on the role and the nature of service operations, the relationship of operations to other business functions and develop skills and provides techniques include service design, layout analysis, capacity management workforce management and quality management.

THM607 - Competitive Strategy for the Hospitality Industry (3,0)3 6
• This students will gain a firm grasp of the strategic management process. In fact, as leaving the course; students will have the tools they need to conduct strategic planning in any organisation. Course assignments will include foundation readings from a text and supplementary articles, classroom discussions and exercises case analysis examinations. The applications allows student to use strategic management to facilitate learning. The course also involves a large research project that will result an a strategic plan for a hospitality company

PhD in Communication & Media Management

Required Courses
EDU601 (3,0)3 6 Research Meths. for Social Science
MGMT601 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Management
MGMT605 (3,0)3 6 Seminar in Communication Studies

Elective Courses
JRB601 (3,0)3 6 New Communication Systems
JRB602 (3,0)3 6 Effective Communication
JRB603 (3,0)3 6 Philosophy of Communication
JRB604 (3,0)3 6 Media & Ethics

Course Descriptions

MGMT601 - Advanced Management (3,0)3 6
• See under Business Management

MGMT603 - Seminar in Organisational Behaviour (3,0)3 6
• See under Business Management

MGMT610 - Advanced Quantitative Approaches to Management (3,0)3 6
• See under Business Management

JRB601 - New Communication Systems (3,0)3 6
• This course will look existing local visual and sound communication systems and analyse how approaches and procedures can be adapted to existing ones.

JRB602 - Effective Communication (3,0)3 6
• This course aims at teaching students communication skills play an important role in understanding one another, influencing others via the use of effective language in the span of communication.

JRB603 - Philosophy Of Communication (3,0)3 6
• In every aspect of communication and in any communication application there are a number of disciplinary philosophical approaches that need to be adhered to. These will be looked at and developed to a point where they run parallel to each other.

JRB604 - Media & Ethics (3,0)3 6
• This course will look at the role that ethics plays in informing people, changing their thoughts and effecting public opinion. This will be further emphasised by seminars on the role of ethics in communication.

PhD in Construction Management (Engineering)

Required Courses
MGMT601 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Management
MGMT603 (3,0)3 6 Seminar in Organisational Behaviour
MGMT610 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Quantitative Approaches to Management

Elective Courses
ARCH641 (3,0)3 6 Comp. Applications in Building Project Management
ARCH642 (3,0)3 6 Structural, Constructural Technology & Economics
ARCH643 (3,0)3 6 Determination of Building Components in Industrialised Building Systems
ARCH651 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Professional Practice
ARCH650 (3,0)3 6 Building Design: Form and Structure
ARCH646 (3,0)3 6 Building Science Workshop
ARCH651 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Professional Practice
ARCH650 (3,0)3 6 Building Design: Form and Structure

Course Descriptions

MGMT601 - Advanced Management (3,0)3 6
• See under Business Management

MGMT603 - Seminar in Organisational Behaviour (3,0)3 6
• See under Business Management

MGMT610 - Advanced Quantitative Approaches to Management (3,0)3 6
• See under Business Management

ARCH641 - Comp. Applications in Building Project Management (3,0)3 6
• Urbanisation, types of urban settlements, urban economy, urban land, urban morphology. Urbanisation and natural environment; urban land use, infrastructure and transportation. Urban planning, urban design and planning process. Planning problems of Turkey; development plans, renewal and conservation issues, administrative and legal aspects of city planning.

ARCH642 - Structural, Constructural Technology & Economics (3,0)3 6
• The main theme of this course, is to show / express the relationship between materials, structure and form. Contemporary and traditional architectural periods, have different samples. Some selected samples of these two architectural periods are compared to each other and structural form factors take into consideration according to the materials possibilities. Different form, has different materials and structure is the summary of this lecture.

ARCH643 - Determination of Building Components in Industrialised Building Systems (3,0)3 6
• As a consequence of the population explosion, almost every country of the world has faced faster building problems. In order to bring a solution to this problem, a number of research studies in each country are made. In this course three methods will be handed. These can be grouped under three topics: Mathematical Approach, Component Definition, and Component Relation.

ARCH644 - Introduction to Quantitative Analysis in Construction Management (3,0)3 6
• Introduction to general statistical principles, descriptive statistics, normal distribution with application, application of statistical estimations.

ARCH646 - Building Science Workshop (3,0)3 6
• A workshop designed to initiate the student to independent graduate study. Consists of (a) weekly reports and assignments on various topics followed by discussion in preceptorial, (b) independent reading on research design and methods, and (c) preparation of a commentary bibliography as a term exercise.

ARCH648 - Studies in Structures (3,0)3 6
• Studies on architectural structures. A survey of structural systems used in architectural design and implementation in the past and present; review of significant and landmark structural solutions contributing to architectural achievements. Discussion of the merits and origins of past and present structures from mechanical, aesthetic, functional constructional and material viewpoints on a case basis. A summary on the aesthetic aspects of structural design and evaluation of structural solutions for art products; discussion of works of master architects and engineers. The course is conducted through discussions and active student participation is motivated.

ARCH650 - Building Design: Form and Structure (3,0)3 6
• Structural systems; framed, wall, and combined structures, floor slabs (one and two-way slabs with beams, joist slabs, flat slabs and flat plates, waffle slabs). Earthquake safe architectural design concept. Building code requirements for reinforced concrete structures. Design example.

ARCH651 - Advanced Professional Practice (3,0)3 6
• Seminars, visits to construction sites, buildings and architectural offices. Analyses of different jobs handled by architects. Research on case studies.

ARCH665 - Computer Programming and Introduction to Architectural Applications (2,2)3
• Introduction to computers, programming techniques, algorithms, flowchart, FORTRAN IV Programming Language, introduction to BASIC Programming Language, preparation, running and testing of programs, introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Architectural Design (CAAD).

PhD in Educational Administration

Required Courses
EDU601 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Research Techniques
EDU603 (3,0)3 6 Advanced Statistics
EDU611 (3,0)3 6 Human Resource Management in Education

Elective Courses
EDU621 (3,0)3 6 Educational Polices and Planning in Turkey
EDU632 (3,0)3 6 Computers and Education
EDU633 (3,0)3 6 Media Based Curriculum
EDU641 (3,0)3 6 Supervision in Education
EDU653 (3,0)3 6 Seminars in Educational Sciences

EDU700 NC * Doctoral Project

Course Descriptions

EDU601 - Research Methods in Education (3,0)3 6
• This courses introduces students to a range of research methodologies and especially to the skills required for implementation of there doctoral project research. This will enable the student to interpret the results of social science research meaningfully and to design sound research projects. A research proposal will be formulated in this course.

EDU603 - Advanced Statistics (3,0)3 6
• Advanced research techniques and their application to the education environment.

EDU611 - Human Resources Management in Education (3,0)3 6
• The courses examines how to design, administer and evaluate employee staffing, selection training, and development activities that support organisation strategies. Topics covered include: an orientation to work and related training and employment options, and the opportunity to identify and enhance personals skills and apply them to a training and/or work context.

EDU621 - Educational Policies and Planning Turkey (2,0,3)3 6
• A critical examination of the Turkish educational system. The socio-economic conditions and needs which affect the practices related to school and adult education. Trends and issues in school organisation, administration, instructional programs and student services.

EDU641 - Supervision in Education (2,2)3 6
• A course on the advanced theory and practice of supervision in schools and education.

EDU633 - Media-Base Curriculum (2,2)3 6
• The role of various communication channels in behavioural change. Implementation for education regarding social needs. Application of communication theory, educational and social psychology to the design, production and evaluation of audio-visual-tutorial instruction.

EDU653 - Seminars in Educational Sciences (3,0)3 6
• A Seminar intended for students to be enrolled in thesis projects. Research ideas will be discussed in the group. The students will be helped to develop their individual research proposals.

EDU700 - Doctoral Projects
• The doctorate project is an original research project to be completed by the student. The study must ask an important and interesting research question relevant to current concerns in the scholarly literature. It should use sound and appropriate research methods and analytical tools and advance our understanding. Results of the study should be of sufficient merit to deserve publication either in an academic journal or as a book or monograph.