BUS5000

Research methods ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

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Not offered in 2006.

Synopsis: This unit introduces students to the theory and practice of research in Business Systems. Topics covered include philosophical foundations of research; scientific method; locating and critically reviewing and synthesising relevant literature; formulating research questions; research design including experiments, simulations, surveys and case studies; collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative data; writing-up and communicating research results; and ethics in research.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 60%. Assignments: 40%. Students must pass the examination in order to pass the unit

Contact Hours: One 2-hour lecture and one 1-hour laboratory per week

Prerequisites: Entry to the Master of Business Systems or equivalent Masters program.

Prohibitions: BUS9000, CSE4910, GCO4010, IMS4036, IMS5036