IUMW

ODL MODULE GUIDE

Faculty: IUMW Business School (IBS)

Module Code: MBOC/MBC 7074

Program: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Module Name: Post Graduate Research Project 1 Module Edition 1

Version:

Year / Semester: Year 2, Semester 1 Academic 2024

Year:

Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: N/A

Academics DR. WONG WAI WAH

in-charge & email: waiwah@iumw.edu.my

Approved Date: 5.02.2024 Moderated Prof Dr Ainin Sulaiman

by:

Approved by: Prof. Dr Ainin Sulaiman

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POST GRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT 1 (MBOC/MBC 7074)

IUMW BUSINESS SCHOOL (IBS)

International University of Malaya-Wales
POST GRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT 1 OVERVIEW

The dissertation is an essential part of the degree as it is the culmination of the Master’s
program and defines the master’s worthiness of the program. As such, it has been designed
and conceived as an integral part of the program. Preparation for the dissertation begins early
as students develop analytical and other research skills throughout part one of the program.

The dissertation normally arises from a student’s individual interest and will be developed from
topics studied. It will require the student to broaden a field of study by developing a systematic
piece of research based upon a sound rationale, appropriately chosen research methodology
and appropriate synthesis and presentation of both primary and secondary sources of data that
takes into account both ethical and empirical limitations. Also, it will aim to show how the
conclusions of the research are capable of more general application, either on a professional or
theoretical basis.

POST GRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT 1 MODULE SYNOPSIS

The module requires the student to broaden a field of study by developing a systematic piece of
research based upon a sound rationale, appropriately chosen research methodology and
appropriate synthesis and presentation of both primary and secondary sources of data that
takes into account both ethical and empirical limitations. Also, it will aim to show how the
conclusions of the research are capable of more general application, either on a professional or
theoretical basis. Preparation for the dissertation begins early as students develop analytical
and other research skills throughout part one of the programme.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon the successful completion of this module, the student should be able to:
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CLO1. Demonstrate appropriate competencies in planning and conducting a systematic

research study based upon a sound aims and objectives, research methodology. (C3, A3, P5)

CLO2. Criticise academic literature to form a critical literature review to formulate a conceptual
framework (C4, PLO2).

CLO3. Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of various research methods in social sciences
(C4, PLO2).

OUTLINE DELIVERY

The completion of first 3 chapters of the research project is compulsory for students to be
allowed to proceed with Post Graduate Research Project 2. The following would be the checklist
that you will need to go through in 14 weeks. Students are advised to contact and discuss with
their supervisors:

Chap Description Lesson checklist

Chap Chapter One – Introduction

1 1.1 Research Background
1.2 Research Rationale/Problem Statement
1.3 Significance of Study
1.4 Research Scope/Delimitations
1.5 Research Aim
1.6 Research Questions
1.7 Research Objectives
1.8 Structure/Organization of the Dissertation

Chap Chapter Two – Literature Review

2 2.1 Introduction
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2.2 Review of Key Concepts

2.3 Critical Review of Theories
2.4 Critical Review of Current Research
2.5 Research Gap
2.6 Conceptual Framework and Hypotheses

Chap Chapter Three – Research Methodology

3 3.1 Research Paradigm/Philosophy
3.2 Research Design
3.3 Research Method
3.3.1 Instrument Development
3.3.2 Target Population and Sampling
3.3.2 Data Collection
3.3.3 Data Analysis Plan
3.4 Ethical considerations and accessibility issues
3.5 Limitations of the study

READING LIST & RESOURCES

Reading List Remarks

Saunders, M., Lewis, P., & Thornhill, A. (2019). Research

methods for business students. Pearson education.

Sekaran, U., & Bougie, R. (2019). Research methods for

business: A skill building approach. john wiley & sons.

Various Journals

ONLINE ACCESS
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You can access this module information via the following channel:

1. Open Learning Link: Not Applicable

PGRP 1 – Submission week 14 – 1st June 2024