AFF9010

Research project in risk management

Mr Michael Vincent

3 hours per week
* First, second semester
* Caulfield, distance education, in-house
* Prerequisite: Special selection criteria applies.

Objectives On completion of this subject students will be able to demonstrate a theoretical and practical understanding and the ability to apply research techniques to produce a high quality research document; conduct a critical review of the literature relevant to the area of study; derive appropriate hypotheses for testing; conduct a planned study; devise and/or utilise quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Synopsis Topics include access to and availability of information and data; research design and skills; benefits of research; the research proposal and planning the research project; the nature and objectives of organisations; project planning; project management.

Assessment Research project (10,000 words): 70%
* Semester tests: 30%

Prescribed texts

Sekaran U Research methods for business: A skills building approach 2nd edn, Wiley, 1992