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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Research Methods for Managers | |||
| Reference | CBM710 | Version | 1 |
| Created | April 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | July 2019 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | July 2019 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To provide the student with an ability to identify and utilise appropriate strategies and techniques for the purpose of individual investigations and research in professional development and practice. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Determine relevant and feasible research questions, applying critical theories where appropriate, in relation to professional practice, organisational decision making, and policy analysis. |
| 2 | Select choice of research techniques of utility to professional practice, demonstrating ability to justify choices made. |
| 3 | Critically evaluate a research design and methodology for a dissertation/project topic. |
| 4 | Critically evaluate, the quality and value of research in professional practice. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Research in a professional context, in support of planning, decision-making and policy analysis; the impact of research. Research principles (eg validity, reliability, generalisability); qualitative and quantitative approaches and rationale (eg case studies; action research; surveys; experimental and quasi-experimental design; critical approaches); and data collection techniques (e.g. questionnaire, observation and interview design). Data management, analysis, interpretation and presentation and preparation; the application of statistical techniques; coding, categorising and pattern seeking in qualitative data; tabulation and graphing). Research writing, publishing and dissemination. Research management; planning and organising a research project; identifying researchable issues; use of literature and libraries and ICT; time and task management; costing research; organising fieldwork and contacts; consent, confidentiality and ethical issues. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Face-to-face classroom methods (lectures, tutorials) are combined with computer-mediated activities. Paper and/or web-based learning materials, seminars and/or on-line support, with group work supported by discussion forums. Emphasis is placed on an interactive approach to communication and learning, with student involvement fostered through discussions and group working. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | N/A | 32 |
| Non-Contact Hours | N/A | 118 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | N/A | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | An individual research proposal | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| The module is assessed by one component: C1 - Coursework - 100% weighting. An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | The student needs to achieve an A in Coursework 1 |
| B | The student needs to achieve a B in Coursework 1 |
| C | The student needs to achieve a C in Coursework 1 |
| D | The student needs to achieve a D in Coursework 1 |
| E | The student needs to achieve an E in Coursework 1 |
| F | The student needs to achieve an F in Coursework 1 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | KOZINETS, R., BELK, R.W., & FISCHER, E., 2012. Qualitative Consumer and Marketing Research. New York: Sage Pubn Inc. |
| 2 | FIELD, A., MILES, J. and FIELD, Z., 2012. Discovering statistics using R. London: Sage. |
| 3 | REID, N., 2010. Getting published in international journals: writing strategies for European social scientists. Oslo: Norwegian Social Research Institute. |
| 4 | BELK, R.W., FISCHER, E. and KOZINETS, R.V., 2012. Qualitative consumer and marketing research. London: Sage |
| 5 | LEVIN, P., 2011. Excellent dissertations! 2nd ed. Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill Open University Press. ebook |
| 6 | MATTHEWS, B. and ROSS, L., 2010. Research methods: a practical guide for the social sciences. Harlow: Longman. ebook |
| 7 | MAY, T., 2011. Social research: issues, methods and process. 4th ed. Maidenhead: Open University Press. |
| 8 | SAUNDERS, M. and THOMSON, P., 2012. Research methods for business students. 6th ed. Harlow: Thornton. |