Research Approaches and Design
Module code: MK7620
This module offers a comprehensive foundation for navigating the research process within the field of business and management studies. It introduces key concepts and practices that underpin scholarly inquiry, from understanding diverse research traditions to developing the skills necessary for designing and delivering research projects in business and management.
In addition, the module addresses broader dimensions of academic research, including academic writing, publication strategies, research dissemination, collaboration, and funding. It also covers contemporary themes such as research ethics, equity, diversity and inclusion, career development in academia, and the evolving role of AI in the research landscape of business and management research.
Topics covered
- Introduction to business and management research
- Philosophical traditions in business and management research
- Structuring a doctoral research project
- Conducting literature reviews, identifying research gaps, and contributions
- Academic journal writing skills and publication strategies
- Research funding environment and research presentation skills
- Research impact, collaboration, and dissemination
- Research ethics
- EDI in research environments and career development
- The role of AI in research and the future research landscape