Research in common language can be referred to as a search for knowledge.

It can also be
defined as a scientific and systematic search for applicable information on a specific topic. In
fact, research is an art of scientific investigation. The Advanced Learner’s Dictionary of Current
English (1952) state the meaning of research as “a careful investigation or inquiry especially
through search for new facts in any branch of knowledge”. Redman and Mory (1923) define
research as a “systematized effort to gain new knowledge.” Some people consider research as a
movement, a movement from the known to the unknown. It is actually a journey of discovery.
We all possess the vital instinct of curiosity for, when the unknown confronts us, we wonder and
our curiosity makes us probe and attain full and fuller understanding of the unknown. This
curiosity is the mother of all knowledge and the method, which man employs for obtaining the
knowledge of whatever the unknown, can be termed as research.

This research proposal is based on this topic “What is the impact of globalization to Maybank: A
case research study of Maybank Kim Eng Group”. In this respect, it can be said that there are
varied type of transformations is being seen in the world banking system because of the
presence of varied opportunities in the given industry. There are the research steps below to
complete this proposal,

1. Problem Identification

We first need to identify a problem/issue/challenge and then justify the need for
research. Only with the identification of an issue, we are able to start the research
process.

2. Formulate Research Questions

Research questions are formulated based on the needs of the questions that need to be
answered. They serve as the guidelines for data collection, analysis and conclusion.
It’s usually more of a quantitative research than a qualitative research when it comes to
research questions.

3. Literature Review

Literature review including the purpose of research, the search strategies and plan of