Master of Research - Business Research Methods
- critically evaluate research in your specialist area of business
- learn about the different aspects of business research
- apply a range of research methods to examine a specialist area of research
- communicate complex and specialized issues clearly and concisely
- work intensively on a research-based dissertation
Teaching
We teach using a mixture of:
- lectures
- seminars
- workshops
- tutorials
- IT based projects
Assessment
You will be assessed by a combination of
- coursework
- exams
- a dissertation
Modules
This course involves seven months of taught modules including Research Methods, Qualitative Methods in Social Research, Quantitative/Econometric Methods, Directed Reading and an optional module from the suite of modules offered within the School.
The choice of option will depend on the proposed area of research you wish to pursue and will be primarily literature based.
Core Modules
These modules are an essential part of your course.
- Readings in a Specialist Area of Business (BU52003)
- Dissertation (BU52010)
- Research Methods (BU52015)
- Qualitative methods (BU52052)
Optional Modules
You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.
- Specialist Management English for Business 1 (BU11006)
- Specialist Management English for Business 2 (BU12007)
- Quantitative Methods (BU52016)
- Econometrics for Finance (BU52017)
Careers
This specialised course is designed for students intending to pursue further study (e.g. PhD). Recent graduates are undertaking doctoral studies in the UK and elsewhere with graduates employed in universities all over the world.
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