Homework: Principles of Personnel & Human Resource Management
Topic: Research Design- My focus is on Qualitative.
The Grand Canyon University (GCU) College of Doctoral Studies has approved a limited number of qualitative and quantitative research designs commonly referred to as the GCU Core Designs. Doctoral learners must be acquainted with these designs to make an accurate selection for their dissertation research studies. In this homework, you will explore a potential research design for your dissertation. Engaging in this exploration neither finalizes nor approves your research design; final selection and approval of the research design will be done at a later date in conjunction with your dissertation committee.
General Requirements:
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the homework:
o Refer to the potential research methodology you drafted as an homework in a previous course. (I am using a Qualitative Research Method)
o Refer to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association for specific guidelines related to doctoral level writing. The Manual contains essential information on manuscript structure and content, clear and concise writing, and academic grammar and usage.
Directions:
Write a paper (800 to 1,000 words) in which you discuss a potential research design for your dissertation- Qualitative. Include the following in your submission:
o A discussion of the GCU Core Design that you believe is most appropriate for your intended dissertation.
o A research-supported rationale for the chosen design.
o A research-supported discussion of why the other GCU Core Designs are not as appropriate as your chosen design given the intended dissertation research.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.