Research Project
Research and set appropriate research objectives; identify and critically review relevant literature within the topic area; select an appropriate research methodology; locating, collecting, organising and critically analysing relevant primary and/or secondary data, draw on relevant authoritative literature in the field; draw conclusions; and, if appropriate, making relevant recommendations and indications of areas for further research.
Aims of the Module
The aims of the research Module are to:
Put into practice theories and concepts learned on the Master’s Course
Provide an opportunity to study a particular topic in depth
Show evidence of independent investigation
Critically consider and combine relevant theories and, where appropriate, suggest alternatives
Enable interaction with practitioners (where appropriate to the chosen topic)
Show evidence of ability to plan and manage a research project within deadlines
Learning Outcomes
Successful completion of the Module will demonstrate that you are able to:
Undertake an academic research project, involving defining, designing and delivering an academically rigorous piece of research
Understand the relationships between the theoretical concepts and models and their application in specific situations
Show evidence of a deeper understanding of your chosen subject area
Apply knowledge of research philosophy and methods
Critically analyze significant bodies of relevant literature in the chosen topic area
Undertake active research involving collection of primary and/or secondary data
Engage with ethical issues in undertaking academic research
Understand the process and decisions to be made in managing a project within strict deadlines and appreciate the significance of and gain experience of designing an appropriate research plan
Appreciate the practical implications and constraints of both practical academic research and your specialist topic area
To demonstrate a more rigorous and critical thinking perspective and skills, particularly in the selection and review of relevant literature, analysis of data, consideration of and engagement with different conceptual and knowledge perspectives, and preconceptions and assumptions of self and others
To learn strategies of, gain experience and develop skills in writing up a well- presented and substantial piece of business, management and organizations academic research, in a way that demonstrates academic rigour and credibility, and is both persuasive and convincing; of ‘learning the craft of academic writing’
Critically reflect on research knowledge and skills achieved and their relationship to future development and employability
