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Methodology for Studies and Research

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: TLP0504
Type: Compulsory / Basic Studies
Curriculum: T-LT 2011
Level: Bachelor of Business Administration
Year of Study: 3 (2013-2014)
Credits: 2 cr
Responsible Teacher: Koskinen, Ossi
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2013-2014

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
28T-LT-3M, T-LT-3T2013-09-02 – 2013-12-20Kim Skåtar, Mika YlinenFinnish2013-08-16 – 2013-09-13
29T-LT-3K2013-09-02 – 2013-12-20Kim Skåtar, Leena Pommelin-AndrejeffFinnish2013-08-16 – 2013-09-13
30 2013-09-02 – 2013-12-20Ossi Koskinen, Tuula HartmanFinnish2013-08-16 – 2013-09-13
31 2013-09-02 – 2013-12-20Kim SkåtarFinnish2013-08-16 – 2013-09-13
32 2013-10-28 – 2013-12-20Ossi KoskinenFinnish2013-10-27 – 2013-11-10

Learning Outcomes

The student will acquire knowledge of different scientific philosophies and methods for searching and gathering information. The student understands the importance of a methodical and scientific way of working. The student can implement different methods when writing the final thesis.

Student's Workload

54 hours including lecturers, assigments and readings

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No requirements

Contents

Scientific working, final thesis as a process, planning of final thesis, information sources, research methods, questionnaires, analysing and reporting of research results.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Ghauri, Grönhaug, Kristianslund. 1995. Research Methods in Business Studies- a Practical Guide. Prentice Hall.
Instructions for the final thesis at Vaasa Polytechnic, 2005 or newer.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, assigments and report writing.

Assessment Criteria

Passed/not passed.

Assessment Methods

Participation to lectures and workshops
Test
Course Assignment


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