Information Package

Program of Technology and Knowledge Management

TKM442

INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL

Course Code
TKM442
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Will know the concept of knowledge economy.
  2. Can define the concept of intellectual capital.
  3. Can explain the components of intellectual capital.
  4. Will list the methods used to measure intellectual capital.
  5. Will be able to discuss the standards of intellectual capital.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionIn many industries, especially in R&D-intensive areas such as computers, software, and biotechnology, a company's competitive advantage depends on its management of knowledge and expertise. This course will examine how firms can handle and protect intellectual capital. Ways to commercialize, license, share, and acquire intellectual capital will be examined; and research on innovation-focused industries will be utilized.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Information about the course
2nd Week Theory of Knowledge -1
3rd Week Theory of Knowledge -2
4th Week Intellectual capital (Basic definitions)
5th Week Intangible assets
6th Week Intellectual capital measurement-1
7th Week Intellectual capital measurement-2
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Evaluation of intellectual capital
10th Week Copyrights -1
11th Week Copyrights -2
12th Week Classification of intangible assets
13th Week Intangible assets related to technology
14th Week End-of-course evaluation
Recommended or Required ReadingAndriessen, D. (2004). Making Sense of Intellectual Capital. USA: Elsevier.
Related academic articles and web sources on Intellectual Capital
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Problem Solving
  • Case Study
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 5 10
Quiz 5 10
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz 5 3 15
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam 1 30 30
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 5 2 10
Quiz 5 1 5
Total Work Load153
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5.1
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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K2 X
K3 X
K4 X
K5 X
K6 X
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