Research methods unit II Scholarly Activity

MBA 5652, Research Methods 1

Course Learning Outcomes for Unit II Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Discuss the importance of research-based decision making in a company. 1.1 Identify issues and problems in a company that might be addressed with the use of a research

study. 1.2 Explain a company’s indicators that point to either effective or ineffective use of research.

2. Examine the developmental components of a research study.

2.1 Explain how the use of secondary and primary research within a company will aid in the development of a research study.

8. Summarize how a company applies research methods to solve problems within the organization.

Reading Assignment In order to access the following resource(s), click the link(s) below: Phillips, A. (2015). OH research: How to conduct surveys. Occupational Health, 67(1), 27-29. Retrieved from

https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libraryresources.c olumbiasouthern.edu/docview/1655359410?accountid=33337

Younger, P. (2010). Using Google Scholar to conduct a literature search. Nursing Standard, 24(45), 40-48.

Retrieved from https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direc t=true&db=a9h&AN=52721542&site=ehost-live&scope=site

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Suggested Reading To learn more about the six stages of a research process, take a few minutes to watch this video. This video will also cover what the final product of a research project should include. Jackson, J. (2011, November 18). Six stages of a research process [Video file]. Retrieved from

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KE-45vg2PyI

UNIT II STUDY GUIDE

Development of a Research Study

MBA 5652, Research Methods 2

UNIT x STUDY GUIDE

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