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MBA101-Methods of Research With Business Application

This course introduces students to methods of research with business applications. It is 55 total hours and focuses on analyzing business problems and using scientific research as a problem-solving tool. Students will learn basic research methodologies, how to design and apply them, and link the research process to theories in specialized business areas. The course covers topics like the nature of research, research proposals, literature reviews, research methodology, and conclusions.

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MBA101-Methods of Research With Business Application

This course introduces students to methods of research with business applications. It is 55 total hours and focuses on analyzing business problems and using scientific research as a problem-solving tool. Students will learn basic research methodologies, how to design and apply them, and link the research process to theories in specialized business areas. The course covers topics like the nature of research, research proposals, literature reviews, research methodology, and conclusions.

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MBA101-Methods of Research with Business Application

Course Introduction and Syllabus

Course Description:
The course focuses on the analysis of business problems and the use of scientific research as a problem-
solving tool. This encompasses the understanding and application of appropriate research designs, data
collection procedures, sampling techniques, and data analysis methods.

Course Duration:
55 Total Hours

Course Objectives:
After completing this course, students will be able to
Understand the basic concepts and theories related to conducting research in a business context;
Learn some basic research methodologies, their design, applications, and limitations;
Link the research process with theories of the specialist areas;
Evaluate and conduct research

Course Syllabus:
Chapter 1: The Nature and Characteristics of Research
 The meaning of research
 Characteristics of a good research
 Scientific method in research
 Scientific knowledge

Chapter 2: The Research Proposal


 Title Page
 Guidelines in the title page

Chapter 3: The Organization of the Research Proposal


 Before You Begin Planning
 Defining the Strategic Environment
 Setting Your Strategic Direction
 Determining How You’ll Compete
 Assessing your Initiative Portfolio
 Organizing for Success

Chapter 4: Review of Related Literature


 Before You Begin Planning
 Foreign studies
 Local Literature
 Local Studies

Chapter 5: Research Methodology


 Research design

 Population and Sampling Plan


 Research Instrument
 Statistical treatment
Chapter 6: Conclusions and Recommendations
 Bibliography
 Appendices

Background of the study


Introduction

What is business research?

“The application of the scientific method in searching for the truth about business phenomena. These
activities include defining business opportunities and problems, generating and evaluating ideas,
monitoring performance, and understanding the business process”.

Course Description
 The course focuses on the analysis of business problems and the use of scientific research as a
problem-solving tool. This encompasses the understanding and application of appropriate
research designs, data collection procedures, sampling techniques, and data analysis method.
Chapter 2

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