Convincing Features
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The UM-Wales Faculty of Business deliver all modules at its main campuses in Kuala Lumpur. In the unlikely event of any discrepancy between the Academic Regulations and any other publication, including this module guide, the Academic Regulations, as the definitive document, take precedence over all other publications and will be applied in all cases.
The module requires the student to broaden a field of study by developing a systematic piece of research based upon a sound rationale, appropriately chosen research methodology and appropriate synthesis and presentation of both primary and secondary sources of data that takes into account both ethical and empirical limitations. Also, it will aim to show how the conclusions of the research are capable of more general application, either on a professional or theoretical basis. Preparation for the dissertation begins
early as students develop analytical and other research skills throughout part one of the programme.
Like all modules at UM-Wales, this module is taught based on achieving intended learning outcomes. On successful completion of the module, the student will be expected to be able to demonstrate the following:
CLO1 – Demonstrate appropriate competencies in planning and conducting a systematic research study based upon a sound aims and objectives, research methodology.
CLO2 – Criticise academic literature to form a critical literature review to formulate a conceptual framework
CLO3 – Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of various research methods in social sciences
The assessment is based on meeting these learning outcomes, shown explicitly in section 4, where the assessment task is linked to these learning outcomes.
The table below indicates how the module will be delivered. However, this schedule is indicative and may be subject to change.
| Course learning outcomes | Teaching & learning | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrate appropriate competencies in planning and conducting a systematic research study based upon a sound aims and objectives, research methodology. |
Consultation/Supervision | Research Report (Chapter 1 – 3) |
| Criticise academic literature to form a critical literature review to formulate a conceptual framework |
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| Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of various research methods in social sciences |
The assessment is based on meeting these learningoutcomes, shown explicitly in section 4, where the assessment task is linked to these learning outcomes.
Mark Saunders et al (2021), Research Methods for Business Students, 8th Edition, PearsonMichael Jay Polonsky & David S. Waller (2018). Designing and Managing a Research Project: A Business Student’s Guide. SAGE Publications, Inc.
Uma Sekaran & Roger Bougie (2019). Research Methods For Business: A Skill Building Approach, 8th ed. Wiley.
You can access this module information via the following channel:
Open Learning:
MS Team Code: chimdeu
The assessment for this module is as follows:
All forms of assessment must be submitted by the published deadline which is detailed above. It is your responsibility to know when work is due to be submitted – ignorance of the deadline date will not be accepted as a reason for late or non-submission.
| Week | Topic/CLO | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assignment Briefing & Supervisor Nomination |
Main Reference: Mark Saunders et al (2021), Research Methods for Business Students, 8th Edition, PearsonMichael Jay Polonsky & David S. Waller (2018). Designing and Managing a Research Project: A Business Student’s Guide. SAGE Publications, Inc. Uma Sekaran & Roger Bougie (2019). Research Methods For Business: A Skill Building Approach, 8th ed. Wiley. |
| 2-11 | Consultation/Supervision |
| Assessment | Assessment Task | Week Due | Proportion of Final Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chapter 1 | Upon consultation with Supervisor |
100% |
| 2 | Chapter 2 | ||
| 3 | Chapter 3 |
| CHAPTERS | RM Proposal (2500 words) | PGRP1 (10,000 words) |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter 1 Introduction | Yes – but it is not a fully completed or adequate for final research. |
Need to further develop in PGRP1 to make it current, clear, concise and complete. |
| Chapter 2 Literature Review | Yes – but is just an outline of literature. Limited in critical review of theories and empirical research. Sources are few. |
Need to extend literature review more critically, especially theoretical framework and conceptual framework development. Must include more sources. |
| Chapter 3 Research Methodology |
Yes – but is an outline. No detail enough |
Must be detail in terms of what, how and why of the methods. |
Note: Discuss with supervisor for advice specific to your topic and area
Note: Discuss with supervisor for advice specific to your topic and area
Note: Discuss with supervisor for advice specific to your topic and area
