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Hobart

This unit has been discontinued.

Note:

Please note this unit is taught in the week commencing 15 February 2021 (Semester 1 Orientation Week).

Introduction

Introduces students to a range of research methods in the scholarly study of issues in accounting and related disciplines. the learning activities are designed to develop research skills so that students are well equipped to competently and confidently critique academic and professional research in general and counting and business-related research studies in particular. even more importantly they provide students with the skills to design and conduct their own research in a rigorous manner. the material covered includes approaches to theory building guidelines for developing a research proposal importance of an threats to internal and external validity, research designs for specific projects, research methods appropriate for alternative research design data collection and data analysis.

Summary 2021

Unit name Introduction to Honours Research in Accounting and Business Management
Unit code BFA410
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Business & Economics
Tasmanian School of Business and Economics
Discipline Accounting and Accountability
Coordinator

Dr Megan Woods
Level Honours
Available as student elective? No
Breadth Unit? No

Availability

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Learning Outcomes

ILO1develop knowledge of the key concepts, processes, and considerations in research design.
ILO2critically review literature as a foundation for an honours research project.
ILO3identify and justify appropriate research methods for a research project.
ILO4identify and accommodate ethical considerations in research design, and practice.

Fees

Requisites

N/A

Teaching

Teaching Pattern
  • Two 2 x2 hour face-to-face workshops delivered in week 1 of unit with option for students to participate via Zoom; and
  • Weekly online optional tutorial/ drop in consultations sessions delivered via Zoom

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Assessment

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Flexible Study Options

This unit may be taken by both on-campus and off-campus students in 2021.

Textbooks

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