The course is included in these curricula and study modules
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Recommended year of study
4
Total number of ECTS
3 cr
Competency aims
The seminar is designed to train students in the use of the
various research methods used in business research and get
them started on their Final Thesis Project.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course the student should be able to
plan and execute business research projects as well as
reporting the results in a professional manner.
Course contents
Aspects of International Business research is covered and
subsequently discussed by students. Methodological
questions are given a special priority.
Prerequisites and co-requisites
All first and second year courses.
Previous course names
None
Additional information
The course also consists of AS-4-002 Research
Methodology, 2 cr. More information will be given in class.
Attendance is obligatory.
Recommended or required reading
Resource: Ebrary
Info @ Google Books
Title: How to Research (3rd Edition)
Author: Blaxter, Loraine
Add. authors: Hughes, Christina
Tight, Malcolm
Year: 2006
Subject: Research -- Methodology.
Research.
ISBN: 9780335229536
Imprint: Open University Press : Buckingham, , GBR
Language: en
External: http://site.ebrary.com/lib/arcada/docDetail.action External link?
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Study activities
- Lectures - 25 hours
- Practical exercises - 15 hours
- Individual studies - 80 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 120 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 120 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Participation in tuition
Assessment methods
- Demonstrations and proficiency exams
- Essays, reports, productions and portfolio
Teacher
Eldon Sveinn
Examiner
Eldon Sveinn
Home page of the course
None
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
Until further notice
The timetable of the course
Will be given during the first session
Assessment methods
- Date will be announced later - Demonstrations and presentations
- Date will be announced later - Reports and productions