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GSBR6204

Research Proposal

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Callaghan Campus Trimester 2
HKMA - Hong Kong Block 6
WebLearn GradSchool Trimester 2

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Prepares students to define research topics, determine the most effective research methodologies to be employed, develop appropriate research designs, and demonstrate an understanding of the relevant theory and literature underpinning the dissertation project. This course develops and extends understanding of the research process by having students develop an ethics application, a research plan, and research proposal.

Objectives On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Appreciate the role of the research proposal in the context of the required dissertation;
2. Define the purpose of a research study;
3. Demonstrate the contribution of the research within existing literature;
4. Design a research program, including scope and limitations;
5. Successfully complete an ethics application for research;
6. Prepare a functional research timetable; and
7. Prepare and present a research proposal
Content The content of the course will be individually tailored following consultation between the student and supervisor.

Topics will include:
1. Defining the purpose of the project
2. Refining a topic
3. Defining research questions
4. Defining research hypotheses
5. A research framework
6. Setting delimitations
7. Establishing the significance of the project
8. Justification
9. Planning the project
10. Supervision
11. Writing the proposal
12. Reference material
Replacing Course(s) N/A
Transition N/A
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge GSBR6201 - Research Methods I
GSBR6202 - Research Methods II
GSBR6203 - Literature Review
Modes of Delivery Distance Learning : IT Based
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Research Plan
Research Proposal
Other: (please specify) Ethics Application
Other: (please specify) Peer Review/Engagement
Contact Hours Lecture: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2013 Course Timetables for GSBR6204