LSP700 - Applied Research Methodology

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Subject Title
Applied Research Methodology

Subject Description
In this course, students follow a rigorous research process that starts with identifying a contemporary business problem in their area of interest. Students will formulate related objectives, research questions, hypotheses, or proposition. They will learn to compile a solid literature review using credible secondary sources, followed by building a simple theoretical framework using different dependent, independent and moderating variables to test these hypotheses/proposition. The research process ends with their choice of a research design method ? either quantitative or qualitative and the creation of a research instrument used to collect primary information. Finally, students consolidate all these deliverables into a research proposal, and complete necessary form(s), such as the Seneca Research Ethics Board (REB) form to consider, investigate and discuss the ethical implications of their research design and research instrument on participants.


Credit Status
One Degree Level Credit

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

  1. Develop research objectives and related research questions to examine a specific, contemporary business problem.
  2. Apply research techniques evaluate credible secondary sources to compile a well-referenced literature review.
  3. Determine the type(s) of research methods best suited for investigating chosen problems and questions, including the development of appropriate instruments for data collection.
  4. Build a theoretical framework through which the hypothesis or proposition can be tested, appropriate to the research objectives.
  5. Select an appropriate research design structure that follows ethical data collection and research analysis methods.
  6. Apply the structure of a formal report to develop a professional research proposal.
  7. Prepare a Seneca Research Ethics Board (REB) application to ensure that ethical issues related to business research have been analyzed.

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Execute mathematical operations accurately.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

    •  Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

Academic Integrity
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Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.

Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.

Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
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