SE 393 BM6914f T Proposalv1

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Research Methods
BM6914
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Nicole Gross
Full-time / 2nd Semester
Research Proposal
1
Continuous Assessment
n/a
Individual
80%
03/12/2012
15/04/2013
End of April 2013
Moodle
Assessment Task
Your task is to write a 5000 word research proposal for potential Dissertation topic.
This proposal has to include all the sections outlined in the proposal outline document on
Moodle. This means it has to have: title, introduction, literature review, methodology, plan
as well as relevant appendices. Marks are awarded according to the scheme below.
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Assessment criteria
1. Introduction
Sets the scene; Clear and concise, clear aim of the research
Recipients for the research identified
Clear rationale for undertaking the specific research topic
/ 10
Marks
Justification that the research is fresh and new

Background of researcher as related to the topic
Learning style as it pertains to the proposed research approach
2. Literature
Review
3.
Research
Methodology
5. Presentation
and
Appendices
Rationale for time-tabling of the project/dissertation
Costing issues detailed
Relevant sources of secondary data have been consulted
Good knowledge base attained
Cohesion and logical flow
Clear and rational, demonstrating sound understanding of research

methods theory and best practice (discussion moves through layers of
the Research Onion)
Critical evaluation of available options and selection of methodology

with rationale and references
Suggested hypothesis / hypotheses clearly presented
Clear population selected and properly defined
Clear sampling frame, Sampling technique, Sample size
Description of data collection methods and explanation of underlying

rationale for the choice given; nature of the questions and the aim of
the questioning addressed
Ethical issues in Data Collection addressed
A description of how data editing, coding and analysis will be

accomplished
/ 30
Marks
/50
Marks
Professional Presentation: Spelling, grammar, formatting, adherence to

submission specifications, referencing, essay organisation is logical &
cohesive
/ 10
Marks
e.g. Bibliography, References, Project Plan, Research Logbook,

Industry / Organisation Statistics and Facts, Conceptual models,
Sampling Frame etc.
General Requirements for Students:

1.
A proportion of assessment marks is allocated to presentation. All assignments must be wordprocessed, with word count noted unless otherwise stated by the lecturer.
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Where a hardcopy submission is required, an Assignment Submission Form must be securely attached
to each submission.
MJB Final 2012_13
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When submitting online, assignments must be submitted no later than the stated deadline.
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All relevant provisions of the Assessment Regulations must be complied with.
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Extensions to assignment submission deadlines will be not be granted, other than in exceptional
circumstances. To apply for an extension please go to http://www.dbs-students.com/Registrar/ and
download the Assignment Extension Request Form.
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Students are required to retain a copy of each assignment submitted, and the submission receipt (If a
physical submission is required) until the issuing of a transcript indicating the mark awarded.
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Assignments must be appropriately packaged and presented.
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Where a submission involves digital media, it is the submitting students responsibility to ensure the
media is appropriately labelled, fully working and they must retain a copy.
8.
Assignments that exceed the word count will be penalised.
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Students are required to refer to the assessment regulations in their Student Guides and on the
Student Website.
10.
Dublin Business School penalises students who engage in academic impropriety (i.e. plagiarism,
collusion and/or copying). Please refer to the attached referencing guidelines for information on
correct referencing.
What is referencing and why is it necessary?

Please follow this link to the Harvard Style Referencing Guide - all referencing is required in this format.
http://issuu.com/dbslibrary/docs/harvard-referencing-guide/1?mode=a_p
(Also available under DBS library guides on www.library.dbs.ie)
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Justification that the research is fresh and new

Rationale for time-tabling of the project/dissertation

Costing issues detailed

Relevant sources of secondary data have been consulted

Good knowledge base attained

Cohesion and logical flow

Clear and rational, demonstrating sound understanding of research

Critical evaluation of available options and selection of methodology

Suggested hypothesis / hypotheses clearly presented

Clear population selected and properly defined

Clear sampling frame, Sampling technique, Sample size

Description of data collection methods and explanation of underlying

Ethical issues in Data Collection addressed

A description of how data editing, coding and analysis will be

Professional Presentation: Spelling, grammar, formatting, adherence to

e.g. Bibliography, References, Project Plan, Research Logbook,

General Requirements for Students:

MJB Final 2012_13

All relevant provisions of the Assessment Regulations must be complied with.

Assignments must be appropriately packaged and presented.

Assignments that exceed the word count will be penalised.

What is referencing and why is it necessary?

MJB Final 2012_13

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