The course is included in these curricula and study modules
- International business 2013 - Degree thesis and methodology
- International business 2014 - Degree thesis and methodology
- International business 2015 - Degree thesis
- International business 2016 - Degree thesis
- International business 2017 - Degree thesis
- International business 2018 - Degree thesis
- International business 2019 - Degree thesis
- International business 2020 - Degree thesis
The course takes place in period
- 1 (2023-08-01 to 2023-10-22)
- 2 (2023-10-23 to 2023-12-31)
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
3
Total number of ECTS
5 cr
Competency aims
In this study unit you will deepen the following
competences:
Research, development and innovation competences
SDG's in focus:
#4: Quality education
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this study unit:
You can describe the research process. (Knowledge)
You are familiar with the different traditions of
knowledge
creation in different scientific/interdisciplinary
fields.
(Knowledge)
You can identify needs for development, be able to
delimit a
theme and formulate a purpose and questions for
your learning
project. (Skills)
You can describe different research methods for
collecting data
and processing data. (Knowledge)
You can discuss and consider the professional and
research ethics
principles that apply to learning tests.
(Approach)
Course contents
The research process and qualitative methods
such as focus group-, interviewing,
observation-,
case
studies and action research.
The research process and quantitative methods
such
as,
for
instance: t-test, ANOVA, cross tabulation,
correlation-,
regression- and similar methods.
During the study unit you will learn:
- To contribute and critically engage with
developments in your field, supported by
general and advanced knowledge in your field.
- To be able to critically explain, discuss
and
assess and argue for theories, key
concepts, methods and principles.
- To be able to solve even complex problems
in
your
profession and learn to share your learning
experiences.
- To be able to share knowledge and
experience
with
others regarding
information literacy, validate knowledge and
argue the difference between
data, information and
knowledge; - the ability to follow, discuss
and
promote
research ethics principles.
The aim of the study unit is to present and
discuss
different types of qualitative and
quantitative
methods, their
background, aim and use.
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Third year students.
The minimum requirement to complete this study
unit is 105
ECTS (credits from work placements are not
included) and
at
least 30 credits in your major subject have to be
completed.
Additional information
The content and the schedules will be discussed in
detail during the first sessions. Qualitative
methods : Christa Tigerstedt, Quantitative methods
: new teacher.
It is mandatory to attend the first session on 9.9.
The course is fully online.
Recommended or required reading
Literature: Bryman, A. & Bell, E. Business
Research Methods.
London:
Oxford University Press
OR
Bryman A.: Social Research Methods, 4th
edition.
Study activities
- Lectures - 20 hours
- Individual- and group instruction - 15 hours
- Practical exercises - 15 hours
- Individual studies - 85 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 135 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Supported virtual education
Assessment methods
- Exams (written-, oral-, home-)
- Demonstrations and proficiency exams
Assessment requirements
To pass the course you need 50% of the max. 100
points,
minimum 25 points for each part (the
qualitative
and the
quantitative).
Qualitative methodology (min. 25/50 points) as
follows:
online assignments and quizzes altogether min
25p/50p as
specified in class.
Quantitative methodology (min. 25/50 points) as
follows:
exam (max 30p) and assignments (3 options, max
20p)altogether min 25p/50p as specified in class.
Assignments and online tasks have to be turned
in on time.
Teacher
- Eriksson Niklas
- Tigerstedt Christa
Examiner
Tigerstedt Christa
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit (33 students enrolled)
Assignments valid until
12 months after course has ended
The timetable of the course
The content and the schedules will be discussed in
detail during the first sessions. Qualitative
methods : Christa Tigerstedt, Quantitative methods
: Niklas Eriksson.
Course enrolment period
2023-08-10 to 2023-08-30
Assessment methods
- Date of examination will be announced later - Exams
- Date will be announced later - Demonstrations and presentations
- Date will be announced later - Other assignments
Date | Time | Room | Title | Description | Organizer |
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2023-09-11 | 09:00 - 10:00 | D4106 | Advanced Research Methodology - Introduction | The first session is mandatory. | Eriksson Niklas Tigerstedt Christa |
2023-09-20 | 15:00 - 16:30 | Z009 | Advanced Research Methodology | Online Christa Tigerstedt is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://arcada.zoom.us/j/67617749228?from=addon Meeting ID: 676 1774 9228 --- One tap mobile +46850520017,,67617749228# Sweden +46850539728,,67617749228# Sweden --- Dial by your location ? +46 8 5052 0017 Sweden ? +46 850 539 728 Sweden ? +46 8 4468 2488 Sweden ? +46 8 5016 3827 Sweden ? +46 8 5050 0828 Sweden ? +46 8 5050 0829 Sweden Meeting ID: 676 1774 9228 Find your local number: https://arcada.zoom.us/u/cV13gQCTg --- Join by SIP 67617749228@109.105.112.236 ? 67617749228@109.105.112.235 --- Join by H.323 ? 109.105.112.236 ? 109.105.112.235 Meeting ID: 676 1774 9228 | Tigerstedt Christa |
2023-09-21 | 14:15 - 15:45 | Z009 | Advanced Research Methodology | https://arcada.zoom.us/j/68068758828?from=addon | Eriksson Niklas |
2023-09-22 | 11:00 - 12:30 | Z009 | Advanced Research Methodology | Online | Tigerstedt Christa |
2023-09-29 | 12:00 - 13:30 | Z009 | Advanced Research Methodology | Online | Eriksson Niklas |
2023-10-06 | 12:00 - 13:30 | E385 | Advanced Research Methodology | Eriksson Niklas | |
2023-10-09 | 14:00 - 15:30 | Z009 | Advanced Research Methodology | Online: Join Zoom Meeting https://arcada.zoom.us/j/62243807278?from=addon | Tigerstedt Christa |
2023-10-23 | 14:00 - 15:30 | Advanced Research Methodology | Online: Join Zoom Meeting https://arcada.zoom.us/j/66555971925?from=addon We work online, ie practice interviewing for research, in order to make the exercise available for more people. Join Zoom Meeting https://arcada.zoom.us/j/66555971925?from=addon Meeting ID: 665 5597 1925 --- One tap mobile +46850500829,,66555971925# Sweden +46850520017,,66555971925# Sweden --- Dial by your location ? +46 8 5050 0829 Sweden ? +46 8 5052 0017 Sweden ? +46 850 539 728 Sweden ? +46 8 4468 2488 Sweden ? +46 8 5016 3827 Sweden ? +46 8 5050 0828 Sweden Meeting ID: 665 5597 1925 Find your local number: https://arcada.zoom.us/u/cb8gNMms5Z --- Join by SIP 66555971925@109.105.112.236 ? 66555971925@109.105.112.235 --- Join by H.323 ? 109.105.112.236 ? 109.105.112.235 Meeting ID: 665 5597 1925 | Tigerstedt Christa | |
2023-10-27 | 09:15 - 10:45 | E385 | Advanced Research Methodology | Eriksson Niklas | |
2023-11-06 | 09:00 - 10:30 | Advanced Research Methodology | Workshop: focus group simulation Sign up in it?s the week before! Join Zoom Meeting https://arcada.zoom.us/j/66555971925?from=addon | Tigerstedt Christa | |
2023-11-17 | 12:00 - 13:30 | E385 | Advanced Research Methodology | Eriksson Niklas | |
2023-11-20 | 15:00 - 16:30 | Advanced Research Methodology | Workshop: qual data analysis Christa Tigerstedt is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://arcada.zoom.us/j/65827538362?from=addon Meeting ID: 658 2753 8362 --- One tap mobile +46850500828,,65827538362# Sweden +46850500829,,65827538362# Sweden --- Dial by your location ? +46 8 5050 0828 Sweden ? +46 8 5050 0829 Sweden ? +46 8 5052 0017 Sweden ? +46 850 539 728 Sweden ? +46 8 4468 2488 Sweden ? +46 8 5016 3827 Sweden Meeting ID: 658 2753 8362 Find your local number: https://arcada.zoom.us/u/ccHpIcFSw9 --- Join by SIP 65827538362@109.105.112.236 ? 65827538362@109.105.112.235 --- Join by H.323 ? 109.105.112.236 ? 109.105.112.235 Meeting ID: 658 2753 8362 | Tigerstedt Christa | |
2023-11-24 | 14:00 - 15:30 | E385 | Advanced Research Methodology | Eriksson Niklas |