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This course provides an overview on the role of microbiome in human health and disease. It focuses on conceptual framework and technologies for understanding how microbiome, particularly gut microbiome impact human health and well-being. Topics covered include the concept of human superorganism, microbiome and human adaptation/evolution, effects of nutrition on human microbiota, ecological principles of microbiomes, systems thinking and approaches for working on human microbiome, bioinformatics and statistics tool kits for human microbiome research; research strategy and experimental/trial design in microbiome study, from correlation to causality of human microbiome in chronic diseases, nutrition and gut microbiome, food processing and gut microbiome. The following topics are also included; microbiome in medicine Intergenerational, vertical transmission of human microbiomes, horizontal transfer of human microbiomes, microbiome and human society, microbiome and human-nature relationship.
- Teacher: Bashir Ahmad
- Teacher: Bashir Ahmad
- Teacher: Maryam Akin
- Teacher: Umut Altunc
- Teacher: Sevda Diker
- Teacher: Handan Dogan
- Teacher: Oguz Hamdioglu
- Teacher: Mustafa Isin
- Teacher: Guldal Mehmetcik
- Teacher: Aysegul Taylan Ozkan
- Teacher: Ozum TunCyUrek
This module aims to
describe the components and functions of blood. The students will be able to learn
peripheral blood cells such as erythrocytes, leucocytes and platelets, ions,
proteins, the blood clotting mechanism, biochemistry of coagulation. At the end
of this module the students will learn how the primary and secondary lymphoid
organs are formed and matured and the details about the cells of the immune system
and immunity. The students will explore the relationship between the immune
system and genetics and learn the autoimmune diseases. This module also
includes working groups, an integrated case study,
- Teacher: Bashir Ahmad
- Teacher: Maryam Akin
- Teacher: Nagat Balaman
- Teacher: Sevda Diker
- Teacher: Handan Dogan
- Teacher: Oguz Hamdioglu
- Teacher: Mustafa Isin
- Teacher: Guldal Mehmetcik
- Teacher: Aysegul Taylan Ozkan
- Teacher: Ozum TunCyUrek
Have information about systemic diseases such as cardiovascular, endocrine, metabolic, blood, autoimmune, and gastrointestinal disorders.
- Teacher: Bashir Ahmad
Course Description and Objectives:
Comprehensive Project Management Course (PMBOK® Guide 6th Edition Aligned)
This comprehensive Project Management course equips students with the knowledge, tools, and techniques required to effectively plan, execute, and control projects. It provides an in-depth understanding of the project management life cycle and covers all ten PMBOK knowledge areas, including integration, scope, schedule, cost, quality, resource, communications, risk, procurement, and stakeholder management.
Students will develop the ability to:
*Define core project management principles,
*Explain the role of project managers, and
*Analyze how project management contributes to organizational success.
*Key concepts explored in depth include:
*Project scope definition,
*Schedule development using critical path analysis,
*Cost estimation,
*Stakeholder engagement,
*Risk response planning, and
*Procurement strategies.
Integration with MISY402 Capstone Project
A core feature of this course is its integration with the MISY402 Capstone Project. Students form teams, select project topics, and prepare initial project plans—including stakeholder analysis, scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and risk assessment—which are submitted to advisors in MISY402. This seamless transition prepares students for the foundational phase of implementing and completing their proposed projects.
L02. Explain the Project Integration Management processes to ensure coordination and coherence across the project.
L03. Explain the Project Scope Management processes and define and document project scope, including deliverables, constraints, and assumptions.
L04. Explain the Project Schedule Management processes, illustrate a project schedule using critical path analysis and other scheduling techniques.
L05. Explain the Project Cost Management processes, select various cost estimation techniques to develop accurate project cost estimates.
L06. Explain the Project Quality Management processes, outlining the quality standards and processes to be used on the project.
L07. Explain the Project Resource Management processes, outline how project resources will be identified, acquired, and managed.
L08. Explain the Project Communications Management processes, outline the communication requirements and channels for the project.
L09. Explain the Project Risk Management processes, identify and assess project risks, considering both threats and opportunities.
L10. Explain the Project Procurement Management processes, outlining how procurement processes will be managed, including make-or-buy decisions.
L11. Explain the Project Stakeholder Management processes, identify project stakeholders and examine their influence, interest, and expectations.
- Teacher: Erkan EmIrzade
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Customer Relationship Management (CRM) from an information
systems perspective. Students will explore how organizations use CRM systems to manage customer interactions, analyze
behavior, and support marketing, sales, and service functions. Topics include CRM architecture, customer data analytics,
system implementation, and integration with enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, e-commerce). Emphasis is placed on
understanding the role of CRM in customer lifecycle management, personalization, and long-term customer value creation.
Students will work with CRM software to gain hands-on experience in managing contact databases, segmenting customers,
and designing service workflows. By the end of the course, students will understand how to evaluate, implement, and
leverage CRM solutions to enhance business performance and customer satisfaction.
- Teacher: Muesser Nat
This course examines how organizations harness digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and automation to drive strategic growth and improve operational efficiency. Students will explore real-world case studies of digital transformation across various industries, gaining insights into how companies respond to technological disruption, adopt agile practices, and cultivate innovation. Key topics include the evolution of business models, digital maturity frameworks, and the role of leadership in the digital economy. Emphasis is placed on aligning digital initiatives with strategic objectives and market positioning. By the end of the course, students will be able to design strategic digital transformation roadmaps, integrating technology adoption with organizational goals. They will also develop a practical understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with leading digital change in dynamic business environments.
- Teacher: Damla Karagozlu
This course offers a critical and research-oriented examination of how digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and automation reshape organizational strategy, structures, and competitive dynamics. Anchored in the Management Information Systems (MIS) discipline, the course explores advanced theories and empirical studies on digital transformation, with a focus on strategic alignment, leadership, and value creation in the digital economy. Students will engage in in-depth analysis of digital maturity models, business model reconfiguration, and transformation governance frameworks. Emphasis is placed on identifying research gaps, evaluating transformation outcomes, and developing publishable insights. Through case critiques, literature synthesis, and strategic roadmap design, students will formulate evidence-based recommendations for digital transformation leadership and contribute original research to the evolving field of MIS and strategic innovation.
- Teacher: Damla Karagozlu
- Teacher: Muesser Nat