RESEARCH METHODS

The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ ability to prepare for various types of academically based management research through the development and design of a research proposal. Learners will develop a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical and ethical concepts of research within the context of the business environment.

• Research Philosophies and Principles

   

• VIDEO – Overview of the Research Onion

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• Selecting a Research Topic

   

• Searching and Reviewing Literature

   

• VIDEO – How to write a Literature Review

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• Developing conceptual Framework

   

• PDF – How to create a Conceptual Framework

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• Research Strategy and Design

   

• Research Methods I

  Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.

• Research Methods II

  Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.

• PDF – How Observation is Used As a Research Method

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• Research Methods: Data Analysis

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• Research Proposal and Writing Up

   

• Research Ethics

  Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.

• QUIZ – Advanced Business Research Methods

  Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.