Research Methodology and Reporting II
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | RTRS1302 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | R-TR 2012 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Hospitality Management |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2014-2015) |
| Credits: | 4 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Peltola, Mikko |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Learning Outcomes
The student is able to collect, analyze, and interpret data with methods appropriate for his own thesis. The student is able to produce professional scientific reports.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 108 h
- of which scheduled studies: 52 h
- of which autonomous studies: 56 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Research methods and reporting I.
Contents
Advanced studies on research methods suitable for own thesis. Language and style of scientific reporting, referencing techniques. Implementation and reporting of an empirical study based on the theoretical framework written during study period Research methods and reporting I.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
VAMK thesis instructions.
Bordens, K. & Abbott, B. (2011). Research design and methods. A process approach. New York: Mc-Graw-Hill. Chapters selected by the teacher.
Finn, M. et al. (2001). Tourism and leisure research methods : data collection, analysis and interpretation. Chapters selected by the teacher.
Other materials selected by the teacher.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lessons and exercises 52 h.
Independent study 56 h.
Assessment Criteria
Excellent 5: The report produced by the student has a nearly complete language and lay-out and appropriate references. The topic and reporting produces new practically or scientifically significant information. The report is coherent and the research problem, theoretical framework and choice and implementation of research methods create a solid piece of work. Appropriate methods have been applied in data analysis and the results display high reliability and validity.
Good 3: The report produced by the student has a good language and lay-out and appropriate references. The topic of the report is relevant. The report has a clear structure and there is a connection between research problem, theoretical framework and choice and implementation of methods. Appropriate methods have been applied in data analysis and reliability and validity have been assessed.
Satisfactory 1: The report produced by the student has a comprehensible language and lay-out and appropriate references. The topic of the report is connected to the student’s base of knowledge. The structure of the report is fairly clear and the report contains presentation of research problem, theoretical framework, and reporting of method choice and implementation. Research methods have been applied in data analysis.
Assessment Methods
A written report by the student.