HR585 – Qualitative Research

Master of Science in Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior

Core Course

HR585 – Qualitative Research

Course Unit Code: HR585

Type Of Unit: Core

Level of Course Unit: Second cycle

Year of Study: First/second year

Semester: On demand

Number of ECTS Credits: 3

Class Contact Hours: 14

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites

None

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The objective of the course is to learn how to conduct qualitative research assignments that produce business insights and reliable results.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify the different methods of qualitative research that can be used to study business issues and solve business problems.
  • Select and apply appropriate research methods to solve specific business problems.
  • Develop questionnaires that increase response rates and reduce biases.

Course Features

Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture and discussion of key concepts and theories Case study discussions and presentations
Short class exercises

Assessment methods and criteria
10% Class participation
50% Group Project
40% Individual Assignment

Language of Instruction
English

Work placement(s)
Not applicable

Readings

Books:

No textbook is required for this class

Readings: (more readings will be uploaded on Moodle)

1. Cavusgil, Tamer et al (2009). Conducting Market Research for International Business. Chapter 6. Harvard Business Publishing

2. Harvard Business School Press (2006) Marketer’s Toolkit: The 10 Strategies You Need to Succeed. Chapter 3.

3. Fairfax County (2012). Survey Questionnaire Design, August