Module overview
To provide an opportunity to undertake a sustained piece of individually researched academic study. Inter alia this provides a context within which research skills may be developed and demonstrated.
Linked modules
MANG2064
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- critically evaluate the data collected in the context of existing studies;
- conduct an extended investigation including generating primary data;
- critically evaluate the chosen research strategy, highlighting reliability, validity and limitations, and identify opportunities for further research;
- identify, compare and evaluate appropriate research approaches and strategies;
- identify, collect and analyse appropriate data, both primary and secondary;
- justify the selection of a chosen topic;
- integrate theoretical concepts developed throughout your undergraduate learning programme and managerial practice.
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- alternative research paradigms, research approaches, research strategies and research methods appropriate to chosen topic;
- current research related to chosen topic.
- the selected field of study in management;
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- communicate effectively using and justifying argument.
Syllabus
There is no set pattern of study; you proceed at your own pace with your personal supervisor. However, it is anticipated that the following topics will feature:
- Selecting and developing your topic;
- Research questions, aims and objectives;
- Research paradigms and consequent research strategies and methodologies;
- Identifying, collecting, evaluating and analysing secondary data;
- Identifying, collecting and analysing primary data;
- Linking research outcomes to current theory and practice;
- Effective communication documents.
Detailed guidance notes and learning materials are contained within the module handbook.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
- Private study guided by the unit handbook
- Guided study and research activity as advised by personal supervisor
- Practical experience
- Personal reflection
Type | Hours |
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Revision | 200 |
Project supervision | 6 |
Wider reading or practice | 94 |
Total study time | 300 |
Assessment
Formative
Formative assessment description
Supervision sessionsSummative
Summative assessment description
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Diligence and Initiative | 100% |
Referral
Referral assessment description
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Diligence and Initiative | 100% |
Repeat
Repeat assessment description
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Diligence and Initiative | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External