Overview
Introduces students to the research process, encompassing searching for, interpreting and analysing literature, ethical research, developing research questions, and sources and types of data.
The paper aims to help students develop an in-depth understanding of how to conduct a literature review and, from that, frame their research. By the end of this paper, students will be able to appreciate the importance of research, undertaking it in an ethically sensitive manner, and why/how it can help answer relevant questions.
About this paper
| Paper title | Research Skills and Methods 1 |
|---|---|
| Subject | Business Studies |
| EFTS | 0.0833 |
| Points | 10 points |
| Teaching period(s) | 1st Non standard period (23 February 2026 - 3 April 2026)
(On campus)
2nd Non standard period (20 July 2026 - 28 August 2026) (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $832.42 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
- Enrolments for this paper via Distance require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Book chapters and articles from leading academic management and research methods journals will comprise the compulsory readings for this course.- Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to:
- Argue for the conceptualisation of research as an iterative process
- Critically assess the literature and, consequently, be able to conduct a literature review
- Identify, develop and defend research questions and/ or research hypotheses
- Understand and critique the diverse nature of ‘data’ and ‘literature’ and how to critically engage with it
- Recognise the importance of ethically sensitive research and evaluate research accordingly
Overview
Introduces students to the research process, encompassing searching for, interpreting and analysing literature, ethical research, developing research questions, and sources and types of data.
The paper aims to help students develop an in-depth understanding of how to conduct a literature review and, from that, frame their research. By the end of this paper, students will be able to appreciate the importance of research, undertaking it in an ethically sensitive manner, and why/how it can help answer relevant questions.
About this paper
| Paper title | Research Skills and Methods 1 |
|---|---|
| Subject | Business Studies |
| EFTS | 0.0833 |
| Points | 10 points |
| Teaching period(s) | 1st Non standard period (1 March 2027 - 23 April 2027)
(On campus)
2nd Non standard period (26 July 2027 - 3 September 2027) (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
- Enrolments for this paper via Distance require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Book chapters and articles from leading academic management and research methods journals will comprise the compulsory readings for this course.- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Critical thinking.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to:
- Argue for the conceptualisation of research as an iterative process
- Critically assess the literature and, consequently, be able to conduct a literature review
- Identify, develop and defend research questions and/ or research hypotheses
- Understand and critique the diverse nature of ‘data’ and ‘literature’ and how to critically engage with it
- Recognise the importance of ethically sensitive research and evaluate research accordingly