AFX4012 - Research project

Offered

Caulfield Second semester 2007 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2007 (Day)

Synopsis

Students should learn how to conduct a literature review; develop both research questions and hypotheses; formulate a research decision; gather and analyse data using appropriate procedures; write up research; and draw appropriate conclusions.

Objectives

The learning objectives of this unit are to:

• implement a research proposal;
• recognise practical problems of conducting scientific research and propose solutions;
• write a comprehensive research paper;
• develop the ability to conduct and manage a planned study;
• apply critical thinking, problem solving and presentation skills in individual and/or group activities dealing with a research project.

Assessment

Written assignment 1 (5000 words): 25%
Class presentation 1: 15%
Assignment 2, business plan (40 pages): 40%
Class presentation 2 (60 minutes): 20%

Contact hours

3 hours per week