Module Code: H9DISS
Long Title Dissertation
Title Dissertation
Module Level: LEVEL 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Credits: 20
Module Coordinator: COLETTE DARCY
Module Author: COLETTE DARCY
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate scientific inquiry skills to assess the effectiveness of any research approach when faced with potential organisational research questions
LO2 Critically evaluate the classical and contemporary literature at the forefront of knowledge in their chosen field and draw inferences from that literature
LO3 Evaluate and select the appropriate research method for gathering empirical data relevant to the research question posed
LO4 Analyse data gathered and draw appropriate conclusions and recommendations based on that data
LO5 Develop the capacity for self-directed enquiry and show the ability to manage a complex research project
LO6 Formulate rigorous explanations for the research findings presented
LO7 Critically evaluate the significance of the research findings presented
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Co-requisite Modules
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Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Dissertation
Each student is allocated an academic supervisor to provide support, advice and guidance over the duration of the dissertation period. It is a requirement of any academic advisor to meet with students for a minimum of four times during this time. The student will work with the academic advisor to identify and refine an appropriate research question, suitable for Level 9 qualification. The academic advisor is not responsible for ensuring students meet the submission deadline however they are expected to provide timely feedback on draft proposals and final document submissions.
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Dissertation (0070) % of total: 100
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
n/a
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat failed items
The student must repeat any item failed

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Independent Learning Time No Description 496 Every Week 496.00
Lecture Delivered in block format over semester 2 and 3 4 Every Week 4.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Independent Learning Time No Description 496 Every Week 496.00
Lecture Delivered in block format over semester 2 and 3 4 Every Week 4.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Collis, J. & Hussey, R.. (2014), Business Research: A practical guide for undergraduate and postgraduate students, 4th. Palgrave, Hampshire, UK.
  • Quinlan, C. (2011), Business Research Methods, Cengage Learning EMEA, Hampsire, UK.
  • Rugg, G. & Petre, M.. (2010), A Gentle Guide to Research Methods, Open University Press, Berkshire, UK.
  • Blaxter, L., Hughes, C. & Tight, M.. (2010), How to Research, 4th. Open University Press, Berkshire, UK.
  • Saunders, M., Lewis, P., & Thornhill, A.. (2012), Research Methods for Business Students, 6th. Financial Times/Prentice Hall,, Harlow, UK.
  • Bryman, A. & Bell, E.,. (2011), Business Research Methods, 3rd. Oxford University Press, UK.
  • Crewell, J.W.. (2013), Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, 4th. SAGE Publications.
  • Fisher, C.. (2010), Researching and Writing a Dissertation, Prentice Hall, Harlow, UK.
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