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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit develops students' skills in quantitative and qualitative methods commonly used in business research. The theoretical component introduces the philosophy behind qualitative and quantitative research and gives a broad understanding of the major research methods. The practical component develops skills for reading and writing research, critical thinking, problem definition, data collection, analysis and presentation.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Classes will comprise lectures, workshops and individual supervision. The program of study will be designed to meet students' individual needs. It will consist of relevant modules run by ECU's Graduate Research School, classes organised by the School of Business and Law, and suitable opportunities to develop advanced research skills outside ECU.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Research Methods Project | 40% |
| Research Paper | Individual Portfolio and Learning Journal | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit develops students' skills to an advanced level in quantitative and qualitative methods commonly used in business research. The theoretical component introduces the philosophy behind qualitative and quantitative research and gives a broad understanding of the major research methods. The unit also develops skills for reading and writing research, critical thinking, problem definition, data collection, analysis and presentation.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Classes will comprise lectures, workshops and group discussions. The program of study will be designed to meet student cohort needs. Topics will be presented by a variety of researchers to provide students with first-hand insights to the research process.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Research Project Report | 20% |
| Project | Research Methods Project | 60% |
| Presentation | Research presentation | 20% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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