Business & Management MA(SocSci)/BSc/LLB/MA
Introduction to Management Research Methods Online (exchange students) MGT4090
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- School: Adam Smith Business School
- Credits: 15
- Level: Level 4 (SCQF level 10)
- Typically Offered: Semester 2
- Available to Visiting Students: No
- Taught Wholly by Distance Learning: Yes
- Collaborative Online International Learning: No
- Curriculum For Life: No
Short Description
The course develops critical awareness of the principles, methods and techniques of management research for Honours students in Management. The course was designed to meet the needs of exchange students and is delivered online.
Timetable
1 x 2 hour online Introductory lecture
9 x 2 hour online workshops
Excluded Courses
MGT4018 - Management Research Methods
Co-requisites
None
Assessment
1. Writing assignment, including essay; Individual; 2500 words; 100%; ILOs 1-5.
Course Aims
This course aims to:
■ Develop critical awareness of the principles, methods, tools and techniques of management enquiry.
■ Enhance student skills regarding research design, research strategy and qualitative and quantitative methods.
■ Prepare students for independent management research.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of the course students will be able:
1. Appraise current management research and scholarship.
2. Examine current literature to assist in developing a literature review on a selected management topic.
3. Critically evaluate principal research designs in management.
4. Recognise ethical issues in management research practice.
5. Describe the steps involved in the design and implementation of small independent research projects.