Research Methodology Test By Emma Young 1. Business Research Business research involves methodical and objective gathering of knowledge, information and facts which can then be used to help make or enhance business and problem solving decisions. This type of research usually includes reporting, descriptive, predictive and explanatory studies (lecture notes). An example of business research might be the processing and gathering of a company’s sales information, which is then presented in a sales
MBA THESIS PROPOSAL GUIDELINES 1. INTRODUCTION The aim of this document is to give MBA students practical guidance about their thesis proposal. In addition to some general comments, the actual structure that should be followed in presenting the proposal is also outlined. The research proposal can serve many useful functions. The most important is that it helps the student to think out the research project he/she is about to undertake and predict any difficulties that might arise. For those who are
subcategories may not apply in every case. The guidelines cover the major categories required in a proposal and address some general questions concerning the proposed structure and content of the documentation. A proposal's maximum length can be discussed with an IDRC program officer. Generally, the Centre prefers that the research proposal, excluding appendices, not exceed 20 single-spaced pages. Proposals may be submitted in English or in French. They can also be written in Spanish, but a summary
A TOPIC AND THE RESEARCH PROPOSAL Objectives On reading this chapter you should: • • • • • • • • understand the importance of choosing a research topic that lends itself to a ’do-able’ project; be able to evaluate potential topics; be able to formulate a valid research question (and hypothesis); understand the importance of creativity, and its relationship to innovation in formulating your research question; understand the integral role played by the research question; understand
How to write a research proposal There is no single format for research proposals. This is because every research project is different. Different disciplines, donor organisations and academic institutions all have different formats and requirements. There are, however, several key components which must be included in every research proposal. The specific research problem will dictate what other sections are required. Key components are: • A description of the research problem. • An argument
Research Proposal----Corporate Culture Section 1: Title A Research Study for integration of different national enterprise culture: One of the difficult problems of cross-border mergers and acquisitions------case study for China electron Company. Section 2: Key words 1. Enterprise Culture 2. Mergers and Acquisition (M&A) 3. China special relationship: guanxi 4. Case Study Section 3: Aims of Research The research aims to: 1. To investigate what is the
Research Proposal----Corporate Culture Section 1: Title A Research Study for integration of different national enterprise culture: One of the difficult problems of cross-border mergers and acquisitions------case study for China electron Company. Section 2: Key words 1. Enterprise Culture 2. Mergers and Acquisition (M&A) 3. China special relationship: guanxi 4. Case Study Section 3: Aims of Research The research aims to: 1. To investigate what is the
test the research question, “how can the elements of art (line, shape, form, space, texture, value, and color) applied to mixed media drawings in visual communication be used strategically to teach the public about the ecological functions of a designed landscape?” different methodologies must be used to collect data. In this proposal I have picked several different methodologies most of which are qualitative that would effectively answer the question. I choses to use qualitative methodologies because
have selected positivist research paradigm for use in my research process. Based on the nature of this research process , I opted to employ the paradigm duo its positive approach and its close relevance to the nature of research topic. This research topic also dictate that a positive approach be used in order to arrive at the ethical issues of concern being investigated. There is also the need to give the reality an objective manner. Furthermore, the positivist research paradigm is suitable for
APPLIED “RESEARCH PROJECT PROPOSAL” HANDBOOK A Guide for Students in the Business & Leadership Program Leading to the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management ©2008 Nyack College Nyack, NY 10960 NYACK COLLEGE Michael Scales, Ed.D. President SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND LEADERSHIP Anita Underwood Dean BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT Copyright 1991, 1998, 2003