At the end of the module the student will:
1. An understanding of the value of research methods in completing a Masters’ dissertation, consultancy project or management enquiry. [MLO1]
2. Skills of data collection and analysis relevant to their chosen research topic. [MLO2]
3. Reflect on your own ethical values. [MLO3]Assignment 001 (70%): Research proposal – This is an individual 2,000 word extended research proposal synopsis. A comprehensive illustration of the proposed project in any of Masters’ dissertation, consultancy project or management enquiry.
Assignment 002 (30%): Poster presentation- This is an individual assignment: the poster must include a brief illustration of the proposed project in any of Masters’ dissertation, consultancy project or management enquiryUsing a range of available professional and academic tools, building on the contents of your poster presentation. you are required to complete your 2,000-word extended research proposal synopsis. A comprehensive illustration of the proposed project in any of Masters’ dissertation, consultancy project or management enquiry. Your research proposal must include comprehensive elements of the following:
A.
Intro / overview giving background and context in relation to a proposed research project. [20%]
B.
Delivery of a summarised literature review and research gaps. [30%]
C.
Delivery of the research method to be adopted in the proposed project. [30%]
D.
A conclusion providing an overall summary of the key points made and a summing up of what might hope to be achieved through the proposed project. [20%]Using a range of available professional and academic tools, you will showcase your poster presentation in your seminar session in either week 9,10 or 11. The poster must include the following elements:
A.
Intro / overview giving background and context in relation to a proposed research project. [10%]
B.
Delivery of a summarised literature review and research gaps. [20%]
C.
Delivery of the research method to be adopted in the proposed project. [20%]
D.
A conclusion providing an overall summary of the key points made and a summing up of what might hope to be achieved through the proposed project. [10%]
A.
Engaging design, use of graphics, images, colour and other design elements to attract the reader. [40%]