The purpose of this assignment
- Analyse and determine a research methodology that integrates research tools and methodologies in order to solve the research problem.
- Develop an implementation plan and submit a project proposal.
Scope of assignment
- 1500 words - methodology section.
- Each student is encouraged to consult the tutor regarding the suitability of the selected methods during tutorials.
- Students to submit a Gantt chart to outline the timeline for conducting proposed research in PPMP20016.
- No need to submit appendices of part A & B. Just add a section at the beginning to confirm your research question and objectives.
What you must NOT do?
- Proceeding with explaining the research method without first analysing the methodology.
- Selecting a methodology or method without justifying why it is more appropriate for your research.
Suggested structure
1. Cover sheet
2. Executive summary
3. Table of content
4. Introduction including refined research question and objectives.
5. Research approach (qualitative or quantitative or both and why?)
6. Data collection method AND procedures: Interviews, surveys, secondary data, etc. and why? AND Steps followed to collect data.
7. Sampling
8. Pilot study
9. Ethics statement.
10. Implementation plan: Gantt chart
11. Summary
12. References list