Research MethodologyLaajuus (2 cr)
Code: IME22LE05
Credits
2 op
Objective
The student has foundational knowledge of what research is about and how to utilize research findings. A secondary goal is that the student, before commencing his/her thesis work, reflects and incorporates the scientific way of analyzing problems.
Content
Methodological scientific thinking and acting. Different paradigms and perspectives. Research purpose, problem identification and characterization. Basics of model building. Application of logical thinking to problem solving. Quantitative and qualitative methods. Data collection and tools for analysis. What is a type I error and a type II error in a scientific approach. Analysis of previous degree projects, Master’s Theses and Doctoral Theses.
Qualifications
See Study Handbook 12-2018, page 13.
Materials
- Eriksson, P. & Kovalainen, A. (2008) Qualitative Methods in Business Research. SAGE.
- Sekaran, U. & Bougie, R. (2013) Research Methods for Business. Wiley.
- Journal articles suggested by the examiner.
- Hirsjärvi, S. & Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. (2009) Tutki ja Kirjoita. Helsingfors: Tammi.
- Patel, R. & Davidson B. (2011) eller nyare upplaga. Forskningsmetodikens grunder: Att planera genomföra och rapportera en undersökning. Lund:
Studentlitteratur
Enrollment
01.12.2024 - 14.01.2025
Timing
15.01.2025 - 01.03.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- English
Teachers
- Henrik Höglund
Teacher in charge
Roger Nylund
Groups
-
IME24H-VIndustrial Management and Engineering, 2024
Objective
The student has foundational knowledge of what research is about and how to utilize research findings. A secondary goal is that the student, before commencing his/her thesis work, reflects and incorporates the scientific way of analyzing problems.
Content
Methodological scientific thinking and acting. Different paradigms and perspectives. Research purpose, problem identification and characterization. Basics of model building. Application of logical thinking to problem solving. Quantitative and qualitative methods. Data collection and tools for analysis. What is a type I error and a type II error in a scientific approach. Analysis of previous degree projects, Master’s Theses and Doctoral Theses.
Materials
- Eriksson, P. & Kovalainen, A. (2008) Qualitative Methods in Business Research. SAGE.
- Sekaran, U. & Bougie, R. (2013) Research Methods for Business. Wiley.
- Journal articles suggested by the examiner.
- Hirsjärvi, S. & Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. (2009) Tutki ja Kirjoita. Helsingfors: Tammi.
- Patel, R. & Davidson B. (2011) eller nyare upplaga. Forskningsmetodikens grunder: Att planera genomföra och rapportera en undersökning. Lund:
Studentlitteratur
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
See Study Handbook 12-2018, page 13.
Enrollment
30.11.2023 - 11.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 11.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- English
Teachers
- Henrik Höglund
- Roger Nylund
Teacher in charge
Roger Nylund
Groups
-
IME23HP-VIndustrial Management and Engineering, 2023, part-time studies
Objective
The student has foundational knowledge of what research is about and how to utilize research findings. A secondary goal is that the student, before commencing his/her thesis work, reflects and incorporates the scientific way of analyzing problems.
Content
Methodological scientific thinking and acting. Different paradigms and perspectives. Research purpose, problem identification and characterization. Basics of model building. Application of logical thinking to problem solving. Quantitative and qualitative methods. Data collection and tools for analysis. What is a type I error and a type II error in a scientific approach. Analysis of previous degree projects, Master’s Theses and Doctoral Theses.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
See Study Handbook 12-2018, page 13.
Enrollment
01.12.2022 - 12.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 12.02.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- English
Teachers
- Henrik Höglund
Teacher in charge
Roger Nylund
Groups
-
IME22HP-VIndustrial Management and Engineering, 2022, part-time studies
Objective
The student has foundational knowledge of what research is about and how to utilize research findings. A secondary goal is that the student, before commencing his/her thesis work, reflects and incorporates the scientific way of analyzing problems.
Content
Methodological scientific thinking and acting. Different paradigms and perspectives. Research purpose, problem identification and characterization. Basics of model building. Application of logical thinking to problem solving. Quantitative and qualitative methods. Data collection and tools for analysis. What is a type I error and a type II error in a scientific approach. Analysis of previous degree projects, Master’s Theses and Doctoral Theses.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
See Study Handbook 12-2018, page 13.