Includes index (p.839-851)

Research, reflective diaries and the purpose of this book
Generating a research idea and developing your research proposal
Critically reviewing the literature
Understanding research philosophy and approaches to theory development
Formulating the research design
Negotiating access and research ethics
Selecting samples
Obtaining and evaluating secondary data
Collecting primary data using observation
Collecting primary data using interviews and diaries
Collecting primary data using questionnaires
Analysing data quantitatively
Analysing data qualitatively
Writing and presenting the project report

This fully revised 9th edition provides excellent coverage guiding you through the entire process, from deciding on a research topic to writing your dissertation or project and presenting your academic poster. By taking a transactional approach, the textbook will help you choose your project through critically reviewing the literature and designing your research, answering key questions such as: How do I generate a research idea and design my research, how do I review the literature critically, why is research philosophy relevant to my research, How do I collect and analyse my data, when and what do I need to write, how can I do research virtually.This comprehensive guide to conducting research will support you step-by-step at every stage of the process, offering a wealth of thought-provoking features and activities, such as tips and tricks from other students' experiences on their research projects and a complete glossary of terms. It provides case studies, news, and articles based on the latest virtual and face-to-face methods, discussing how research is used in practice within organisations worldwide. Written by experts in the field, this resource guides you through developing your research skills by taking a clear, concise, and transparent approach, helping you complete and successfully present your research." -- Provided by Publisher

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