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Module Title
LM Research Methods
School
Birmingham Business School
Department
Strategy and Int Business
Module Code
07 27159
Module Lead
Agnieszka Chidlow
Level
Masters Level
Credits
10
Semester
Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
None
Exclusions
Description
This module is intended to provide students with a critical awareness of both quantitative and qualitative research methods and how they are applied to the field of management.
Topics that may be covered in this module may include:
Secondary data sources and literature reviews
Quantitative methods such as surveys and statistical methods of data analysis
Qualitative methods such as ethnography and case study research
Ethical considerations in conducting research
Issues around research method validity and limitations
By the end of the module students should have developed the knowledge and understanding to effectively design and write up a research project.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding and critical awareness of the main methods for conducting management research;
Conduct a comprehensive and critical literature review;
Understand and evaluate the key components required of an original and effective research dissertation, including research design, data collection and analysis, and ethical considerations;
Analyse and critique the validity and limitations of various research methods;
Demonstrate skills in verbal and written communication, team working, and critical analysis and research.