| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 x one hour lectures |
| Seminars / Tutorials | 5 x one hour tutorials |
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Assignment 1 - 2500 words | 50% |
| Semester Assessment | Assignment 2 - 2500 words | 50% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Repeat each failed element - Assignment 1 | 50% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Repeat each failed element - Assignment 2 | 50% |
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
* Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and importance of research in a business and management context
* Demonstrate an understanding of, and distinguish between, different research approaches and critically evaluate the ethical implications of each approach
* Identify, analyse and evaluate literature relevant to a specific research topic
* Perform both primary and secondary data collection, identify and evaluate the limitations and benefits of different approaches
* Analyse and evaluate data using a variety of tools and techniques
* Communicate the findings of a research project appropriately
This module provides Business and Management students with an understanding of the importance of an objective approach to research and the importance of self-reflexive learning. The module also introduces Business and Management students to the practice of research, including ethics and methodology, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
The purpose of tis module is to provide students with the knowledge, understanding and necessary skills to complete a piece of business researc. Students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to identify a problem and develop a research question; choose a research method and reflect on their positioning to the research; be able to construct a critical argument; perform data collection, analysis and present their findings appropriately.
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | Obtain and interpret mathematical and statistical information |
| Communication | Read in different contexts and for different purposes Write for different purposes and audiences |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | Show awareness of own learning styles, personal preferences and needs, and barriers to learning |
| Information Technology | Use a range of commonly used software packages Prepare and input data Present information and data Use email /internet appropriately and effectively |
| Personal Development and Career planning | |
| Problem solving | Identify problems Identify factors which might influence potential solutions Develop creative thinking approaches to problem solving Evaluate advantages and disadvantages of potential solutions Construct a rational proposal in response to a problem |
| Research skills | Understand a range of research methods Plan and carry out research Produce academically appropriate reports Evaluate research methods, design and procedures |
| Subject Specific Skills | Students should develop their knowledge and understanding of the formulation, content, and presentation of research in a business and management context |
| Team work |
This module is at CQFW Level 6