MGF3421

Introductory management research methods

(BUS)

Professor Phyllis Tharenou

6 points + 2-hour lecture and 1-hour tutorial per week + Caulfield + Second semester + Prerequisite: 16 undergraduate subjects

Synopsis: Basic introduction to research design in management; types of research designs; qualitative and quantitative data collection and measurement techniques; coding data; reliability and validity; qualitative and quantitative methods of analysis; interpreting and discussing results; structuring and writing the research report; integrating individual research into overall management literature.

Assessment: Individual assignment: 40% + Group assignment: 10% + Final examination (3 hours): 50%