Dissertation (AC7108)

‍The Dissertation requires the student to evaluate and synthesise relevant literature and use appropriate research methodology to produce 1 - an assessed research proposal 1500 words and 2 - a dissertation of 15,000 words (maximum).

As part of the research methodology and methods of enquiry element, students will be required to produce a detailed research proposal. The Methods of Enquiry component encompasses three themes.

Practical induction into learning skills for postgraduate study

• Reviewing literature, referencing writing critically and information technology skills.
• Using secondary data sources for accounting and finance related research

‍Critical consideration of the methods and purposes of the subject/practice within a broader context of enquiry

• The importance of theory, epistemologies and practices.
• Issues of validity, reliability and ‘generalizability’.
• Research strategies including ethical considerations and ethical codes.

‍Training in specific methods/techniques appropriate as preparation for research or professional practice

• The purposes and process of research and consultancy in the accounting and finance domain.
• Planning an enquiry including formulating and clarifying research questions and objectives, negotiating access.
• The presentation of research proposals: differing requirements of organisational and academic audiences, the need for critical evaluation.
• Methods for data collection and data analysis.
• Presentation of research findings: differing requirements of organisational and academic audiences; the need for critical evaluation.

Scheduled Contact Hours: 31
Independent Learning Hours: 569

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‍Assessment
‍001: 10% Assignment: Individual: 1500
002: 90% Dissertation / Major Project: 15000