Methodology for Studies and Research
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TTP0102 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | T-TK 2007 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2008-2009) |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Hellman, Sirkka |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2008-2009
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2009-01-05 – 2009-03-07 | Sirkka Hellman | Finnish | 2008-12-08 – 2009-01-11 | |
| 6 | T-TK-3DI | 2009-03-09 – 2009-05-02 | Sirkka Hellman | Finnish | 2009-02-16 – 2009-03-15 |
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
Total work load of the course: 54h
- of which scheduled studies: 27h
- of which autonomous studies: 27h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
None
Contents
Scientific working, final thesis as a process, the 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.
- Hakala Juha. 2004. Opinnäyteopas ammattikorkeakouluille.
- Vilkka-Airaksinen Toiminnallinen opinnäyte
- Herno L., Likitalo H., Puhakka P., Rissanen R., Tsokkinen A. 2002. Tradenomin opinnäyte, Työprosessista raportiksi. Pohjois-Savon AMK
- Likitalo H., Rissanen R. Tutkimusmenetelmät, Menetelmätietoutta tradenomiopiskelijoille. Pohjois-Savon AMK
- Hirsjärvi, S., Remes P., Sajavaara P. 2000.Tutki ja kirjoita. Kirjayhtymä.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, assigments and report writing.
Assessment Criteria
1 the student understands some basics about research
3 the student understands well the basics about research and can apply learned issues in practice
5 the student understands excellent the basics about research and can to a great extent apply the learned issues in practice
Assessment Methods
Assignments in information seeking and analysing research reports. Active participation in seminars, a small-scale report of the final thesis. Numeric scale (0-5).