Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
7PSIR432Public Administration in Turkey3+0+03505.12.2024
Course Details
Language of Instruction French
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Political Science and International Relations
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course This course aims to help students understand the analytical approaches to the study of the public administration system, with a special focus on Turkey.

The primary objective of the course "Public Administration in Turkey" is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the structure, functioning, and challenges of public administration in Turkey. This course aims to explore the theoretical foundations, historical development, and contemporary practices of Turkish public administration within its political, legal, and socio-economic contexts.
Course Content Throughout the course the following topics described shall be analyzed:

Understand the Foundations of Public Administration in Turkey:
a.Gain a solid understanding of the historical development of public administration in Turkey, including key reforms and milestones in the evolution of administrative structures.
b.Learn about the theoretical frameworks that inform the practice of public administration in Turkey, particularly in relation to democratic governance, public service, and accountability.
Analyze the Structure of the Turkish Public Administration System:
a.Understand the key institutions, agencies, and actors involved in public administration at Turkey's central, regional, and local levels.
b.Examine the roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government and how they interact within the framework of Turkish public administration.
c.Study the organizational structure and functions of key public institutions such as the Presidency, Ministries, Provincial Administrations, and Lo
Course Methods and Techniques Lecture
Discussion based lecture
Case study
Group work
Activities within a Student Body or Research Project
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Prof.Dr. AHMET KESER ahmet.keser@hku.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Required: Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey, Link: Public Administration in Turkey | Atila Eralp
Required: Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform, Link: Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform | Ergun Özbudun
Required: Erdal B. Yarar, (2021), Public Administration: A Global Perspective, Link: Public Administration: A Global Perspective | Erdal B. Yarar
Recommended: Faruk Birtek (2020), Bureaucracy in Turkey: A Historical Perspective, Link: Bureaucracy in Turkey: A Historical Perspective | Faruk Birtek
Recommended: Metin Heper (2019), The Politics of Public Administration: A Comparative Perspective, Link: The Politics of Public Administration | Metin Heper
Course Notes Foundations of Public Administration in Turkey (Introduction)
Foundations of Public Administration in Turkey
a. Historical development of public administration in Turkey, including key reforms and milestones in the evolution of administrative structures.
b.Theoretical frameworks that inform the practice of public administration in Turkey, particularly about democratic governance, public service, and accountability.
The Structure of the Turkish Public Administration System
a.Key institutions, agencies, and actors involved in public administration at Turkey's central, regional, and local levels.
The Structure of the Turkish Public Administration System II
b.The roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government and how they interact within the framework of Turkish public administration.
c.Organizational structure and functions of key public institutions such as the Presidency, Ministries, Provincial Administrations, and Local Government.)
The Legal and Institutional Framework
a.The constit
Documents Required: Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey, Link: Public Administration in Turkey | Atila Eralp Required: Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform, Link: Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform | Ergun Özbudun Required: Erdal B. Yarar, (2021), Public Administration: A Global Perspective, Link: Public Administration: A Global Perspective | Erdal B. Yarar Recommended: Faruk Birtek (2020), Bureaucracy in Turkey: A
Assignments AUDIOVISUALS (HOMEWORK) Homework One: Public Administration in Turkey: Challenges and Reforms – Lecture by Dr. Atila Eralp (Video) Homework Two: The Role of Bureaucracy in Turkey's Political System – Documentary (2016) Homework Three: Public Administration Reforms in Turkey: Progress or Setback? – Video Lecture by Dr. Ergun Özbudun Homework Four: Turkey's Local Governance and Decentralization – Panel Discussion (2017) Homework Five: Introduction to Turkish Public Administration" – Online Cours

Course Category
Social Sciences %50
Field %50

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 20
Attendance 14 % 10
Practice 14 % 10
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
30
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 3 1 3
Assignments 15 4 60
Presentation 1 1 1
Mid-terms 1 10 10
Practice 4 6 24
Final examination 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5 150

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 CLO1: Identify the basic concepts and theories related to Public Administration, focusing on Turkey.
2 CLO2: Demonstrate competency in the basic approaches and perspectives in evaluating the structure of the Turkish Public Administration System. Explores several issues, such as Understanding the Foundations of Public Administration in Turkey Analyze the Structure of the Turkish Public Administration System Examine the Legal and Institutional Framework Explore the Dynamics of Public Sector Reform in Turkey Understand the Relationship Between Public Administration and Society Assess Contemporary Challenges in Turkish Public Administration Develop Critical Thinking and Policy Analysis Skills Foster a Comparative Perspective. Students will also independently study, present, and discuss the Turkish Administration system and its challenges
3 CLO3: Distinguish between various types of administration systems. Discuss the ideas in a group/team structure by taking responsibility and concerning other ideas and cultures
4 CLO4: Identify and explore the basic annals of comparative public administration and governance.
5 CLO5: Demonstrate competency in the basic approaches and perspectives in evaluating various practices of election systems and party structures. Analyze the properties of different periods.
6 CLO6: Distinguish between alternative models of public administration systems.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Foundations of Public Administration in Turkey (Introduction) Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey , Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Adm.: Politics, Governance and Reform
2 Foundations of Public Administration in Turkey a. Historical development of public administration in Turkey, including key reforms and milestones in the evolution of administrative structures. b.Theoretical frameworks that inform the practice of public administration in Turkey, particularly about democratic governance, public service, and accountability. Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey , Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
3 The Structure of the Turkish Public Administration System a.Key institutions, agencies, and actors involved in public administration at Turkey's central, regional, and local levels. Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey , Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
4 The Structure of the Turkish Public Administration System II b.The roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government and how they interact within the framework of Turkish public administration. c.Organizational structure and functions of key public institutions such as the Presidency, Ministries, Provincial Administrations, and Local Government.) Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey , Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
5 The Legal and Institutional Framework a.The constitutional, legal, and regulatory foundations of public administration in Turkey, including the impact of the Turkish Constitution, laws on public service, and administrative justice. b.The principles of public administration law, including the legal status of civil servants, the rules of transparency, and accountability in public administration. Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey , Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
6 The Legal and Institutional Framework II c. Evaluate the Role of Public Administration in Policy-Making and Service Delivery: d.How public administration is involved in policy development, decision-making, and the implementation of government policies and programs. e. The relationship between elected officials and the bureaucracy, and the role of public administrators in implementing public policy and managing public services. Atila Eralp (2020) Public Administration in Turkey , Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
7 The Dynamics of Public Sector Reform in Turkey a. The challenges and efforts related to public administration reform in Turkey, including modernization initiatives, efforts to enhance efficiency, transparency, and reduce corruption. b. Recent administrative reforms, decentralization efforts, and the impact of international influences (e.g., European Union integration, globalization) on public sector practices. Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
8 MIDTERM EXAM
9 The Relationship Between Public Administration and Society a. The role of public administration in relation to Turkish society, including its interaction with civil society, interest groups, and the media. Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
10 The Relationship Between Public Administration and Society II b. Public administration's responsibility in promoting social equity, ensuring public welfare, and providing services to diverse communities across the country. Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
11 Contemporary Challenges in Turkish Public Administration a. Contemporary issues facing public administration in Turkey include challenges related to corruption, bureaucratic inefficiency, political interference, and the pressures of democratization. Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
12 Contemporary Challenges in Turkish Public Administration II b. The impact of global trends, such as digitalization, globalization, and international governance standards, on the evolution of Turkish public administration. Ergun Özbudun (2019), Turkish Public Administration: Politics, Governance and Reform
13 Critical Thinking and Policy Analysis a.The functioning of public administration in Turkey and propose informed solutions to existing administrative problems. b. Public policy analysis, public management, and administrative reform, allowing students to assess the effectiveness of public administration and its capacity to meet the needs of Turkish citizens. Erdal B. Yarar, (2021), Public Administration: A Global Perspective
14 Comparative Perspective in Public Administration a. Turkish public administration within a global context by comparing it with other countries’ administrative systems, particularly those of developed and developing nations. Metin Heper (2019), The Politics of Public Administration: A Comparative Perspective
15 Comparative Perspective in Public Administration II b. Public administration in Turkey is shaped by national conditions and international governance trends, particularly regarding public sector management and reform. Metin Heper (2019), The Politics of Public Administration: A Comparative Perspective
16 FINAL EXAM

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
All 5 2 4 1 3 2 3 3 1 2
C1 3 2
C2 3 1 3 1
C3 1 4 4 3 3 2
C4 2 1 2 4
C5 5 1 1
C6 3 4 2 3 2 1 4

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant