To have cleared Course Stage 1 and 2 of the DBA programme (120 L7 credit points)

1. Identify a research topic for systematic review within the practice of your workplace or professional role Analysis
Communication

2. Specify the research question(s) that will enable undertaking the specific research study
Application
Communication

3. Confirm the aim, objectives and rationale for your research project
Knowledge and Understanding
Analysis
Communication

4. Demonstrate an understanding and applicability of diverse research methodologies
Knowledge and Understanding
Analysis
Enquiry

Produce a formal research-proposal 100% 5000 words covering learning outcomes 1-5

The research development stage is focused on producing a research proposal that will include a systematic review of literature linked to practice and supported by relevant methodologies. This will include but not limited to;
1. Systematic Literature Review
2. Research Paradigm and Philosophy
3. Research Strategic Approaches
4. Designing and conducting Research

The candidates are expected to engage in independent study. This will take the form of undertaking follow-up tasks, reflecting on own practice, reading relevant literature, and engaging with online materials through the universities virtual learning environment (VLE), Blackboard. Students will be expected to keep up to date with current business and management practices through various websites and academic journals.

Texts will be specific to the area of investigation. In addition, the following general texts may be useful:

Trowler, P. (2015). Writing Doctoral project proposals, 2nd ed., Copyright Trowler

Cottrell, S. (2014). Dissertations and project Reports: A step by step guide, Palgrave Study skills

Hamid, M.E (2013). How to Write a Research Proposal and Thesis: A Manual for Students and Researchers, 2nd ed, CreateSpace (for DBA)

Module Handbook

Blackboard Resources

Directed Texts