Research Methodology and Reporting
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TTKA0804 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | TK 2015 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2017-2018) |
| Credits: | 4 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Hellman, Sirkka |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2017-2018
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | T-TK-3DI, T-TK-3TH | 2017-09-01 – 2018-04-30 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2017-08-21 – 2017-09-18 |
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.
The student should choose the topic for his/her thesis. During the study unit the student will become familiar with his/her own topic and get to know how the work should be planned and documented. The student will also get quidance in choosing the topic and writing the right language of the thesis.
Student's Workload
108 hours including lecturers, assigments and readings
Total work load of the course: 108h
- of which scheduled studies: 54h
- of which autonomous studies:54h
The assesment of student's own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Contents
The relations between knowledge, science and research/development work. Philosophical approaches to research. Research ethics. Information searching and processing (includes also the subject searching procedures taught by the librarian). Forming of the theoretical framework of an empirical study/development work. Writing of a study plan/development work plan. Data collection methods. Implementation of a project and work procedures.
Refreshing the instructions for thesis. Making a schedule and the planning of a personal project for final thesis. The study unit gives support in proceeding with the work if already initiated.
Regional Impact
The course content takes into account the region's businesses in the energy sector, as well as the specific features of international trade.
Internationality
The course content takes into account the region's businesses in the energy sector, as well as the specific features of international trade.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Instructions for the final thesis at Vaasa Polytechnic, 2012 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, discussions, exercises, independent study, group discussions, group and individual guidance and report writing in WorkShop.
Assessment Criteria
5 the student understands excellent the basics about research and can to a great extent apply the learned issues in practice in his thesis ja show it in thesis seminars.
3 the student understands well the basics about research and can apply learned issues in practice his thesis.
1 the student understands some basics about research
Assessment Methods
Assignments in information seeking and analysing research reports. Active participation in seminars, a small-scale report of the final thesis. Pass / fale.