BSN503 Research Seminar
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| Unit code: | BSN503 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $2,040 |
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| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,092 |
| International unit fee | $4,584 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | BSN503 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Coordinator: | Michael Rosemann | m.rosemann@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit is designed to assist students in the preparation of a research proposal. It is intended that this unit will provide a basis for future writing tasks required of students during their candidature (such as formal course milestones, ethics applications, and the final thesis). Through the structured tutorial activities and assessment items, students will have the opportunity to develop and refine their research proposal in light of feedback received throughout the semester.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Conceptualise a research problem of theoretical and practical importance
- Use advanced research skills to undertake a literature search
- Write a literature review to form a critical argument culminating in the identification of a significant research gap and an appropriate research question
- Design and deliver a pitch-style presentation describing and explaining their research proposalRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.2)
- Demonstrate effective written communication skills and an ability to write using academic conventionsRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.1)
Content
This unit will cover:
- Scientific Research
- Conducting a Literature Review
- Searching the Literature
- Identifying the Research Gap through Theorising
- Developing Research Questions - deductive approaches
- Developing Research Questions - inductive approaches
- Pitching Research
- Making a Theoretical Contribution
- Making a Practical Contribution
- Rigorous and Ethical Reporting of Research
- Evaluating Published Research
QUT Business Capabilities (Research)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you to meet the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge & Technical Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including advanced knowledge of research, research principles and methods and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field.
1.2 Use technological and technical skills to apply theoretical knowledge, work critically with complex information, problems and theories, and to design and apply research and research methods.
Higher Order Thinking Skills (HO)
2.1 Identify, investigate and evaluate intellectual issues and problems in research and practice and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study.
2.2 Exercise creativity and intellectual independence to systematically plan, design and execute research and formulate conclusions and recommendations that challenge and contribute to current knowledge in a discipline.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Demonstrate written communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
3.2 Demonstrate oral communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
Teamwork & Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection and accountability in applying knowledge and skills for own learning and recognition of research limitations for effective research practice.
Social, Ethical & Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Apply knowledge of the ethical dimensions of research to identify and address the potential risks of undertaking a research project.
Learning Approaches
The teaching format will require participants to familarise themselves with pre-prepared lecture and tutorial material, and then participate in extensive group discussion with the Unit Coordinator and their peers in an online setting. All participants are expected to enter into rigorous debate of research issues and present and defend their research approaches to the class.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Apart from assessment items students prepare a number of 'Preparation Tasks' on which they receive formative feedback but no mark. These tasks deal with different aspects of the preparation of a research proposal (e.g., drawing a concept map, identifying a research question, developing a theoretical framework, pitching research to the class). The assessment items are as follows.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Pitching your Research
Based on your in-class research pitch, complete written template outlining the basic research question, key papers, core idea driving your research topic, intended data sources and tools, and expected contribution.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals):
KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1) SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Written Research Proposal
A detailed proposal on thesis or dissertation topic that was presented in the conference that would constitute the front half of a journal article for your discipline. This should describe a clearly stated problem and research question; analyse what the major literature has to say on the topic, identify gaps and weaknesses in the literature that lead to your proposed research project and propose a brief method/s of data collection and analysis.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1), SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Recommended text(s)
Punch, K. F. (2016). Developing Effective Research Proposals (3rd edn.). Sage: London.
Other
Suggested Readings: Collection of journal articles for each lecture topic will be available via Canvas.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with lectures or tutorials in this unit. You should, however, familiarise yourself with evacuation procedures operating in the buildings in which you attend classes and take the time to
view the Emergency video.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
KS (1.1): Discipline Knowledge
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.2): Professional Communication (Oral)
Relates to: ULO4
SE (5.1): Ethical and Legal Understanding
Relates to: Pitching your Research
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours)
- Apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including knowledge of research principles, methods, and ethical considerations; and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Identify, investigate and evaluate ethical issues and problems in research and practice, and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Apply communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Online
| Unit code: | BSN503 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
Overview
This unit is designed to assist students in the preparation of a research proposal. It is intended that this unit will provide a basis for future writing tasks required of students during their candidature (such as formal course milestones, ethics applications, and the final thesis). Through the structured tutorial activities and assessment items, students will have the opportunity to develop and refine their research proposal in light of feedback received throughout the semester.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Conceptualise a research problem of theoretical and practical importance
- Use advanced research skills to undertake a literature search
- Write a literature review to form a critical argument culminating in the identification of a significant research gap and an appropriate research question
- Design and deliver a pitch-style presentation describing and explaining their research proposalRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.2)
- Demonstrate effective written communication skills and an ability to write using academic conventionsRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.1)
Content
This unit will cover:
- Scientific Research
- Conducting a Literature Review
- Searching the Literature
- Identifying the Research Gap through Theorising
- Developing Research Questions - deductive approaches
- Developing Research Questions - inductive approaches
- Pitching Research
- Making a Theoretical Contribution
- Making a Practical Contribution
- Rigorous and Ethical Reporting of Research
- Evaluating Published Research
QUT Business Capabilities (Research)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you to meet the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge & Technical Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including advanced knowledge of research, research principles and methods and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field.
1.2 Use technological and technical skills to apply theoretical knowledge, work critically with complex information, problems and theories, and to design and apply research and research methods.
Higher Order Thinking Skills (HO)
2.1 Identify, investigate and evaluate intellectual issues and problems in research and practice and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study.
2.2 Exercise creativity and intellectual independence to systematically plan, design and execute research and formulate conclusions and recommendations that challenge and contribute to current knowledge in a discipline.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Demonstrate written communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
3.2 Demonstrate oral communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
Teamwork & Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection and accountability in applying knowledge and skills for own learning and recognition of research limitations for effective research practice.
Social, Ethical & Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Apply knowledge of the ethical dimensions of research to identify and address the potential risks of undertaking a research project.
Learning Approaches
The teaching format will require participants to familarise themselves with pre-prepared lecture and tutorial material, and then participate in extensive group discussion with the Unit Coordinator and their peers in an online setting. All participants are expected to enter into rigorous debate of research issues and present and defend their research approaches to the class.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Apart from assessment items students prepare a number of 'Preparation Tasks' on which they receive formative feedback but no mark. These tasks deal with different aspects of the preparation of a research proposal (e.g., drawing a concept map, identifying a research question, developing a theoretical framework, pitching research to the class). The assessment items are as follows.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Pitching your Research
Based on your in-class research pitch, complete written template outlining the basic research question, key papers, core idea driving your research topic, intended data sources and tools, and expected contribution.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals):
KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1) SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Written Research Proposal
A detailed proposal on thesis or dissertation topic that was presented in the conference that would constitute the front half of a journal article for your discipline. This should describe a clearly stated problem and research question; analyse what the major literature has to say on the topic, identify gaps and weaknesses in the literature that lead to your proposed research project and propose a brief method/s of data collection and analysis.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1), SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Recommended text(s)
Punch, K. F. (2016). Developing Effective Research Proposals (3rd edn.). Sage: London.
Other
Suggested Readings: Collection of journal articles for each lecture topic will be available via Canvas.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with lectures or tutorials in this unit. You should, however, familiarise yourself with evacuation procedures operating in the buildings in which you attend classes and take the time to
view the Emergency video.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
KS (1.1): Discipline Knowledge
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.2): Professional Communication (Oral)
Relates to: ULO4
SE (5.1): Ethical and Legal Understanding
Relates to: Pitching your Research
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours)
- Apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including knowledge of research principles, methods, and ethical considerations; and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Identify, investigate and evaluate ethical issues and problems in research and practice, and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Apply communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | BSN503 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
Overview
This unit is designed to assist students in the preparation of a research proposal. It is intended that this unit will provide a basis for future writing tasks required of students during their candidature (such as formal course milestones, ethics applications, and the final thesis). Through the structured tutorial activities and assessment items, students will have the opportunity to develop and refine their research proposal in light of feedback received throughout the semester.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Conceptualise a research problem of theoretical and practical importance
- Use advanced research skills to undertake a literature search
- Write a literature review to form a critical argument culminating in the identification of a significant research gap and an appropriate research question
- Design and deliver a pitch-style presentation describing and explaining their research proposalRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.2)
- Demonstrate effective written communication skills and an ability to write using academic conventionsRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.1)
Content
This unit will cover:
- Scientific Research
- Conducting a Literature Review
- Searching the Literature
- Identifying the Research Gap through Theorising
- Developing Research Questions - deductive approaches
- Developing Research Questions - inductive approaches
- Pitching Research
- Making a Theoretical Contribution
- Making a Practical Contribution
- Rigorous and Ethical Reporting of Research
- Evaluating Published Research
QUT Business Capabilities (Research)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you to meet the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge & Technical Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including advanced knowledge of research, research principles and methods and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field.
1.2 Use technological and technical skills to apply theoretical knowledge, work critically with complex information, problems and theories, and to design and apply research and research methods.
Higher Order Thinking Skills (HO)
2.1 Identify, investigate and evaluate intellectual issues and problems in research and practice and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study.
2.2 Exercise creativity and intellectual independence to systematically plan, design and execute research and formulate conclusions and recommendations that challenge and contribute to current knowledge in a discipline.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Demonstrate written communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
3.2 Demonstrate oral communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
Teamwork & Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection and accountability in applying knowledge and skills for own learning and recognition of research limitations for effective research practice.
Social, Ethical & Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Apply knowledge of the ethical dimensions of research to identify and address the potential risks of undertaking a research project.
Learning Approaches
The teaching format will require participants to familarise themselves with pre-prepared lecture and tutorial material, and then participate in extensive group discussion with the Unit Coordinator and their peers in an online setting. All participants are expected to enter into rigorous debate of research issues and present and defend their research approaches to the class.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Apart from assessment items students prepare a number of 'Preparation Tasks' on which they receive formative feedback but no mark. These tasks deal with different aspects of the preparation of a research proposal (e.g., drawing a concept map, identifying a research question, developing a theoretical framework, pitching research to the class). The assessment items are as follows.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Pitching your Research
Based on your in-class research pitch, complete written template outlining the basic research question, key papers, core idea driving your research topic, intended data sources and tools, and expected contribution.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals):
KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1) SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Written Research Proposal
A detailed proposal on thesis or dissertation topic that was presented in the conference that would constitute the front half of a journal article for your discipline. This should describe a clearly stated problem and research question; analyse what the major literature has to say on the topic, identify gaps and weaknesses in the literature that lead to your proposed research project and propose a brief method/s of data collection and analysis.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1), SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Recommended text(s)
Punch, K. F. (2016). Developing Effective Research Proposals (3rd edn.). Sage: London.
Other
Suggested Readings: Collection of journal articles for each lecture topic will be available via Canvas.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with lectures or tutorials in this unit. You should, however, familiarise yourself with evacuation procedures operating in the buildings in which you attend classes and take the time to
view the Emergency video.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
KS (1.1): Discipline Knowledge
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.2): Professional Communication (Oral)
Relates to: ULO4
SE (5.1): Ethical and Legal Understanding
Relates to: Pitching your Research
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours)
- Apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including knowledge of research principles, methods, and ethical considerations; and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Identify, investigate and evaluate ethical issues and problems in research and practice, and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Apply communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Online
| Unit code: | BSN503 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
Overview
This unit is designed to assist students in the preparation of a research proposal. It is intended that this unit will provide a basis for future writing tasks required of students during their candidature (such as formal course milestones, ethics applications, and the final thesis). Through the structured tutorial activities and assessment items, students will have the opportunity to develop and refine their research proposal in light of feedback received throughout the semester.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Conceptualise a research problem of theoretical and practical importance
- Use advanced research skills to undertake a literature search
- Write a literature review to form a critical argument culminating in the identification of a significant research gap and an appropriate research question
- Design and deliver a pitch-style presentation describing and explaining their research proposalRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.2)
- Demonstrate effective written communication skills and an ability to write using academic conventionsRelates to: UG Business Capabilities: PC (3.1)
Content
This unit will cover:
- Scientific Research
- Conducting a Literature Review
- Searching the Literature
- Identifying the Research Gap through Theorising
- Developing Research Questions - deductive approaches
- Developing Research Questions - inductive approaches
- Pitching Research
- Making a Theoretical Contribution
- Making a Practical Contribution
- Rigorous and Ethical Reporting of Research
- Evaluating Published Research
QUT Business Capabilities (Research)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you to meet the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge & Technical Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including advanced knowledge of research, research principles and methods and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field.
1.2 Use technological and technical skills to apply theoretical knowledge, work critically with complex information, problems and theories, and to design and apply research and research methods.
Higher Order Thinking Skills (HO)
2.1 Identify, investigate and evaluate intellectual issues and problems in research and practice and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study.
2.2 Exercise creativity and intellectual independence to systematically plan, design and execute research and formulate conclusions and recommendations that challenge and contribute to current knowledge in a discipline.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Demonstrate written communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
3.2 Demonstrate oral communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research.
Teamwork & Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection and accountability in applying knowledge and skills for own learning and recognition of research limitations for effective research practice.
Social, Ethical & Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Apply knowledge of the ethical dimensions of research to identify and address the potential risks of undertaking a research project.
Learning Approaches
The teaching format will require participants to familarise themselves with pre-prepared lecture and tutorial material, and then participate in extensive group discussion with the Unit Coordinator and their peers in an online setting. All participants are expected to enter into rigorous debate of research issues and present and defend their research approaches to the class.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Apart from assessment items students prepare a number of 'Preparation Tasks' on which they receive formative feedback but no mark. These tasks deal with different aspects of the preparation of a research proposal (e.g., drawing a concept map, identifying a research question, developing a theoretical framework, pitching research to the class). The assessment items are as follows.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Pitching your Research
Based on your in-class research pitch, complete written template outlining the basic research question, key papers, core idea driving your research topic, intended data sources and tools, and expected contribution.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals):
KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1) SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Written Research Proposal
A detailed proposal on thesis or dissertation topic that was presented in the conference that would constitute the front half of a journal article for your discipline. This should describe a clearly stated problem and research question; analyse what the major literature has to say on the topic, identify gaps and weaknesses in the literature that lead to your proposed research project and propose a brief method/s of data collection and analysis.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.1), PC (3.1), SE (5.1)
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Recommended text(s)
Punch, K. F. (2016). Developing Effective Research Proposals (3rd edn.). Sage: London.
Other
Suggested Readings: Collection of journal articles for each lecture topic will be available via Canvas.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with lectures or tutorials in this unit. You should, however, familiarise yourself with evacuation procedures operating in the buildings in which you attend classes and take the time to
view the Emergency video.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
KS (1.1): Discipline Knowledge
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal
PC (3.2): Professional Communication (Oral)
Relates to: ULO4
SE (5.1): Ethical and Legal Understanding
Relates to: Pitching your Research
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours)
- Apply integrated and advanced discipline and professional practice knowledge, including knowledge of research principles, methods, and ethical considerations; and how knowledge is created and evolves within the field
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Identify, investigate and evaluate ethical issues and problems in research and practice, and synthesise complex thinking to identify research gaps and conceptualise an approach to a research study
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal - Apply communication skills to structure and present complex thinking, including research results to a variety of audiences in relation to discipline knowledge and research
Relates to: ULO5, Pitching your Research, Written Research Proposal