Chapter 4. Research methodology
This chapter describes the research methodology that was chosen and why it was the most suitable for the research propositions. This chapter also covers the data collection and analysis and discusses issues of validity and reliability.
4.1 Research Method
Each proposition serves to focus the data collection, determine direction and scope of the study and together the propositions form the foundation for a conceptual structure/framework (Miles & Huberman, 1994;.Stake,1995). Zikmund (2003) proposed the use of qualitative research methods when a deeper understanding of the issues is required. Given that the factors contributing to each of the three acquisitions were unique, a standard questionnaire or
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4.3 Sample Size and Nature
4.3.1 Sampling Method
The sample was selected using non-probability sampling techniques. These techniques are deemed to be appropriate when deciding to use qualitative data where the population is not known (Saunders & Lewis, 2012). Purposive sampling and snowballing techniques were used. Purposive sampling techniques allowed the researcher to select companies acquired and individuals from the population that are best placed to understand the research problem and meet the research objectives (Saunders & Lewis, 2012). The objective was to interview Presidents, CFO’s, Executive Directors, Integration Directors, Human Resources Directors, Stockbrokers and Consultant Advisors and other senior managers within the organisation who had a major role in a merger or acquisition, either as a Target or an Acquirer
4.3.2 Sample Size
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In response to the question set, I will go into detail of the study, consisting of the background, main hypotheses, as well the aims, procedure and results gathered from the study; explaining the four research methods chosen to investigate,
The first step in acquisition planning is market research. Market research collects and analyzes information about the capabilities within the
Chapter 3: Methodology ............................................................... page(s) 52-68 • Introduction • Approach to the Research • Research Methodology • Sample and Population • Statistical Analysis • Limitations and Assumptions
This article is well written with good general flow of thought and easy for the reader to follow. Survey methodology is employed to capture data for quantitative analysis.1
Haspeslagh and Jemison (1987), argue that what determines the success of a acquisition is not the actual purchase itself, but the development of the acquisition strategy the supports. Unfortunately, many executives face the acquisitions as an end, not a means to achieve that end. According to this author, the acquisition is only one strategy business growth. There are others as internal growth, joint venture, partnership, franchise and strategic alliance. All should be evaluated by the company before implementing a business development strategy. A proper analysis of the acquisition goes beyond the study's own candidate company. It must include a contribution from the analysis of potential acquisition for the strategic development, as well as
Discuss the overall method (RCT) used for this quantitative research (in terms of how such a study should be conducted and what was and was not done).
The purpose of this paper is to critique a quantitative study and to present a critical analysis on its research findings. The paper will discuss the elements influencing believability and robustness of research, including writing style, research problem, literature review, conceptual framework, research question, hypothesis, study sample, methods, data analysis and results, and discussion of the relevance and future directions.
This chapter discusses the methods used in the study. It consists of research design, data and data source, data collection and data analysis.
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Themes identified from the literature are discussed followed by methodological approach, data collection and data analysis. Trustworthiness and rigour/reliability and validity were considered followed by ethical issues. The chapter round-up with findings and summary.
This chapter covers the background and rationale, statement of the opportunity, purpose, research questions, nature of the study, definition of key terms, the significance of the study, assumptions, and limitations. It also covers the scope, worldview and theoretical foundation depicting the logical path of the research study.
Method: Primary research was done in two steps. Qualitative Research – Depth Interview Method Quantitative Research – Survey Method
This chapter describes the methodology which is used to aim objectives of this research study.
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The objective of this chapter is to describe the procedures used in the analysis of the data and present the main findings. It also presents the different tests performed to help choose the appropriate model for the study. The chapter concludes by providing thorough statistical interpretation of the findings.