Hobart, Launceston
This unit has been discontinued.
Introduction
BMA403 examines the principles and processes used to identify a research opportunity, and to articulate and justify the focus and purpose of a research study. The unit will examine topics such as 1) how research contributes to the development of theory, policy, and professional practice, 2) types of research and research contribution, 3) the role of theory in research, 4) Tracking development of a theory over time, and 5) alternative ways of framing a research focus. It will also examine strategies and practices for reviewing literature, including approaches for mapping a literature to figure out what work has been done and what gaps remain, and approaches for presenting a literature review to justify a particular research focus.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Developing research topics in Accounting and Business Management |
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| Unit code | BMA403 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Business & Economics Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Management |
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| Level | Honours |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
| ILO1 | Explain the significance of theory in academic research. |
| ILO2 | Critically review the functions of an Honours dissertation in Accounting and Business Management. |
| ILO3 | Demonstrate application of the academic skills of analysis and interpretation in evaluating the literature pertinent to your research topic. |
| ILO4 | Justify research question(s) based on the literature reviewed. |
| ILO5 | Communicate complex research ideas in both oral and written forms. |
Fees
Requisites
N/A
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 9 x 1hour weekly online optional tutorial/ drop In consultations sessions delivered via Zoom. Please check the unit outline for details. |
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| Assessment | Please check the unit outline for details. |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Flexible Study Options
This unit may be taken by both on-campus and off-campus students in 2021.
Textbooks
| Required | Please check the unit outline for details. |
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