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(2008, 1460 words)
The paper analyses the use of secondary data in the context of dissertation about the housing price. It analyses the advantages and disadvantages of primary and secondary data applied to the economics of housing.
(2008, 2400 words)
The paper examines the method of participant observation (PO) and its application in ethnographical research describing the challenges of the "outsider" anthropologist in studying the culture of a foreign society. The advantages and disadvantages of PO are outlined; the author's experience visiting a mosque is analysed.
(2008, 1800 words)
The paper offers a research proposal into the effects of strengthening exercises on the walking ability of spastic CP children focusing on various research methods and highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods of research.
(2007, 1000 words)
The paper examines the methods of qualitative research focusing on participant observation and comparing it to other techniques of data collection such as questionnaires and interviews.
(2007, 3100 words)
This paper provides a critical review of a scholarly journal that discusses the reasons behind the growth of the PR industry in the 1980s. The review is divided into a number of sections, including an assessment of the topic, literature review, methodology, methods and presentation. The paper would be useful for anyone that wants to know how to do a critical review of an article.
(2007, 2000 words)
The paper examines the advantages and disadvantages of the case study research method reviewing its history and definitions, identifying the problems encounted while using the method, describing the features of qualitative research approach, etc.
(2006, 890 words)
The paper examines the method of descriptive research based on measuring the correlation of variables. Advantages and disadvantages of the correlational method are identified with reference to a variety of correlational studies.
(2006, 1700 words)
The paper describes various types of research approaches focusing on the relationship between research, practice and theory development in social care studies. Quantitative and qualitative research methods are characterized; their applications in policy making are discussed.
(2006, 3500 words)
The paper critically analyses Van Maanen's study of Disneyland culture "The smile factory: Work at Disneyland" based on his work there in the 1960s. The research methods used by the author are discussed focusing on the method of quantitative enquiry, the method of case study, etc. The strengths and weaknesses of these methods are examined.
(2005, 2500 words)
The paper examines the causes of a high staff turnover conducting a case study on the basis of covert participant observation. The ethical implications of the method are discussed; the value of participant research in the depiction of social problems is highlighted.
(2005, 2500 words)
The paper examines the advantages and disadvantages of participant observation reviewing related academic literature and discussing people's rights to privacy, the problem of data recording and its objective interpretation, etc. Examples of observation research are analysed.
(2006, 3000 words)
The paper examines the use of the Internet for religious purposes among University students using online interviews as a method of data collection and comparing the role of face-to-face (FtF) interviews with online interviews. Advantages and disadvantages of both types of interview are discussed on the basis of a literature review and personal observation.
(2006, 3000 words)
The paper reports on the philosophy and methodology for the study of organisational culture, relating the authorÒs personal working experience in a calendar producing company and discussing paradigms of positivism, social constructionism, hermeneutics, phenomenology, ethnography, anthropology, etc.
(2006, 3000 words)
The paper examines the methods of quantitative and qualitative research reviewing the debate around the value of numerical vs. non-numerical data, ÑpositivistÒ vs. ÑconstructivistÒ paradigms, etc. Qualitative research methods are reviewed focusing on qualitative content analysis, the grounded theory, the importance of context, interpretation, creativity, etc.
(2006, 1700 words)
Social research is usually done on a group which is representative of the population to understand the pattern of a social process or an aspect of social life. This study is focused on the methodology used in social sciences and highlights the similarities and differences of qualitative and quantitative research methods to understand and study these social processes. Although quantitative methods are considered as fundamentally different form qualitative methods, we argue that the differences or gap between qualitative and quantitative methods seem to be closing in for a more integrated approach to social research and analysis.
(2005, 1500 words)
The paper examines the effect of age and gender on the participation in physical activity reviewing statistical data and conducting a study to identify the amount of weekly exercise in males and females before and after 50. Primary data is obtained through a questionnaire among the focus group participants. Conclusions are made on the basis of the research findings about the interaction between age, gender and exercise.
(2006, 2500 words)
The paper reviews the methods of research used in business and management studies outlining the main purposes of research and describing quantitative and qualitative approaches, methods of data collection, case study method, triangulation method, etc. Types, benefits and limitations of interviews and questionnaires are outlined.
(2006, 3500 words)
The paper examines data collection techniques focusing on the use of questionnaires and interviews. Types and applications of both techniques are described focusing on the inadequacies and data reliability issues. Examples of abuses ands misuses of interviewing techniques are given.
(2006, 3000 words)
This paper presents the methodological critique on the selected article of Michael Ireland on ÓGender and Class Relations in Tourism EmploymentÔ. The work is produced in essay format and formulates a detailed critique of the paper that is based on both secondary research and
primary research data. The essay includes the description of the research study, evaluates the theories and methods employed by the author. Critically analyses the methodological approach, research finings and conclusions.
(2006, 2900 words)
The following work is a critical analysis of article ÑThe Making of The Lake District, by John Urry in 1995. It provides background information of the article, and critical evaluation of the research methodologies techniques and findings mentioned in the research article
(2006, 2000 words)
The paper examines the process of decision making focusing on Problem Structuring methods (PSMs) and bringing up the issues of multimethodology intervention, the contexts in which a problem can be viewed, and the evaluation of multimethodology approaches.
(2006, 2800 words)
This article discusses the application of perceptual mapping technique for marketing research, and particularly for consumer research and market positioning strategies. Main emphasis is given to presenting the essence of perceptual mapping, how it can be applied and its major benefits for marketers.
(2005, 1400 words)
This paper critically analyses the following article: ÑClaessens, B.J.C., Eerde, W.V., Rutte, C.G. and Roe, R.A. (2004), ÓPlanning behavior and perceived control of time at workÔ, Journal of Organizational Behavior, 25, pp. 937-950. A complete reference of the article is given in the paper. The summary of the article is provided to set the background. Assessment of methods used and their appropriateness are then discussed. There is also a critical discussion on the articles results and the key findings. At the end, strengths and weaknesses of the article are discussed accompanied by the conclusion.
(2005, 1000 words)
This paper offers a concise comparison of the two basic categories of research: quantitative and qualitative. The paper starts with a definition and basic description of the two types of research analysis and then goes on to compare the two types. The advantages and disadvantages of each method are described.
(2005, 2500 words)
The paper examines the concept of leadership providing a review of literature on the theory of leadership including contingency theory, organisational theory, etc. Types of research methods, designs and strategies are described. This study will formulate a hypothesis to express the importance of leader in an organization and to what extend it will affect the working environment of a company and how it can motivate and inspire the employees of the company. To find out the answer of the research question a quantitative research method is appropriate in which a questionnaires will be sent by post or via email to 30 companies in the UK for responses from the proposed participants such us leaders, senior managers, supervisors and employees.
(2005, 1000 words)
The paper looks into the methods used in organizational science arguing the importance of case studies as a research strategy in analyzing business environment, and reviewing opinions on the subject.
(2005, 4000 words)
The paper looks at the changes in the concept of Geography over the past 50 years caused by the rise of qualitative research methods incorporating a humanistic approach. The concept of humanism is defined; its techniques are described and compared to those of statistic analysis and positivist approach.
(2005, 2000 words)
The paper aims to evaluate the significance of qualitative research reviewing characteristic features of qualitative management research (QMR) with respect to data collection and data interpretation. The strengths and weaknesses of QMR are discussed.
(2005, 3000 words)
The paper examines the validity of qualitative research with respect to ethnography, an anthropological study of culture. The history of ethnography is briefly reviewed highlighting the challenges of ethnographic research and its criticism on the part of positivists, feminists, ethical activists, etc. Conclusions are made about the reliability of ethnography as a research method.
(2003, 1300 words)
Conclusion. The most important point to draw from the discussion is obviously that there is a right approach to every piece of research - there obviously isn't. Each approach has its own strengths and weaknesses and each is suited towards certain situations. The inductive approach is more suited towards qualitative research that is attempting to draw conclusions about situations where there is little data or where they may be great uncertainty or where a more 'three dimensional' understanding is required. Deductive researches can narrowly, but accurately, prove or disprove a theory or a supposition about a stated hypothesis. The ideal solution should of course be obvious now - not that these two approaches are not pitted against each other but gathered and combined in order to produce the best results. It does not require much imaginative thinking to try to see a research plan where inductive research develops a hypothesis through some form of qualitative research and then a larger scale deductive research approach attempts to determine if there is broader validity to it. This combined approach to research is the key to success in many cases. To summarise Duncan & Fiske (1977) It should be clear at this point that the emphasis on inductive research does not mean an abandonment of hypothesis testing but rather a benefit to it. Because without inductive research, there will be no hypotheses generated which can tested deductively
(2005, 2100 words)
This paper performs the research methodology and inquires survey. The research methodologies like quantitative and qualitative approaches were analysed in terms of pros and cons. The case studies of Mintel marketing data, Burger King and the Evergreen Company were taken into survey. The variables choice for research of Burger King product consumption was analysed. The questionnaire, constructed for the Evergreen's company research, questioning whether to open a day-care centre, was analysed in terms of its validity and inquiry survey appropriateness.
SPSS statistical analysis tool was applied to calculate correlation coefficient for the time with the company and regression equation with the number of sales as the dependent variable.
(2005, 1600 words)
The present paper reviews the advantages and disadvantages of interpretive research paradigm. Referring to the interpretive study it shows that the use of interpretive research provides a researcher with the possibility to explore the attitudes of participants and their behavioural motives. Comparing with positivists approach the discussion shows the way interpretive approach might be used to study complex social phenomena. At the same time, the paper draws attention to various disadvantages of this research approach which come from greater degree of possible bias and the nature of data collection.
(2005, 1500 words)
This essay explores the use of focus groups and interviews in gather data for management research. The advantages and limitations of focus groups and interviews are considered, as well as the cultural considerations of conducting focus groups in an international context.
(2002, 1900 words)
This paper is a methodical review of Badfellas; Crime, Tradition and New Masculinities By Simon Winlow (2001). It is an ethnographic study which, explores the changing role of violence and masculine identity in the North East of England and particularly the city of Sunderland during the years leading up to the new millennium.
(2002, 3000 words)
The paper examines the attitudes of people in Northern Ireland towards social policy issues centring around the attitudes to the Good Friday Agreement (GFA). The changes in the attitudes are presented using various paradigms, i.e. time period, religion, household income and educational qualification. Quantitative analysis provides the basis for the conclusions.
(2005, 1000 words)
The paper touches upon the philosophic issues of the cognitive process focusing on two theories of knowledge: positivism and phenomenology. Both theories are defined and illustrated with examples; the value of explanation vs. interpretation is discussed in relation to qualitative and quantitative research methods.
(2005, 2000 words)
The paper looks at the methods of managing changes within an organisation focusing on ETHICS (Effective Technical & Human Implementation of Computer-Based Systems) and SSM (Soft Systems Methodology). The stages of methods implementation are outlined; their application in dealing with various projects is discussed.
(2005, 1000 words)
The paper is devoted to the problems of methodology; quantitative and qualitative research methods are defined and compared within the framework of positivistic and phenomenological paradigms. The strengths and weaknesses of both approaches are discussed. Conclusions are made about the application and relevance of different methods in business research of SMEs.
(2005, 2500 words)
The paper examines the concept of 'triangulation' drawn from trigonometry as a method that has been applied in social research since 1959. It involves a combination of methods, both qualitative and quantitative, to cross-check the validity of data. Different types of triangulation are described; its metaphorical ambiguity is argued.
(2004, 2700 words)
This essay provides the deep insight into theoretical and methodological assumptions supporting qualitative and quantitative research in business. Theory analysis is based on the famous nomothetic and idiographic paradigms in science. Conceptions of positivism and inductivism are also scrutinized in the paper. Further consideration of qualitative and quantitative methods in business leads to comprehensive piece of writing on their comparison and contrast as well as suitability for different situations. Triangulation conception which joins two paradigms of the research continuum is proved as the most fruitful achievement of current business research. This work will be useful for students studying Research Methods in Management and can be employed as a concise overview of present thought regarding business research or an example the essay devoted to two important points of view on research.
(2005, 1000 words)
The paper draws comparison between quantitative and qualitative research assuming that quantitative research is based on objective measurement and numerical analysis (using opinion polls, questionnaires, etc.), while qualitative research is based on the understanding of social phenomena (using video and audio recordings, personal comments, etc.). The paper highlights the main strengths and weaknesses of both, quantitative and qualitative methods stating that either approach may appear more appropriate in addressing concrete social issues, concluding that both methods should be used in combination.
(2003, 2500 words)
The paper analyses the surveys that have been used in two articles as a research tool. Two following articles were used for analysis: 'The Threat of Litigation and Voluntary Partner/Manager Turnover in Big Six Firms' by Dalton, Hill and Ramsay, and 'An Examination of Gender Stereotyping as an Explanation for Vertical Job Segregation in Public Accounting' by Hull and Umansky.
(2004, 2500 words)
The paper analyses the Research Methodology used by Hull and Umansky (1996) in 'An Examination of Gender Stereotyping as an Explanation for Vertical Job Segregation in Public Accounting'
(2004, 2000 words)
This essay discusses with the reference to law whether all institutional facts are ontologically subjective, even though in general they are epistemologically objective.
(2004, 1500 words)
This essay is discussing the main theoretical, epistemological and ontological considerations in a quantitative research approach, illustrating with examples from the field of criminology.
(2004, 3000 words)
This paper critically analyses, evaluates and compared various research methods: questionnaire; research interview and case study research. Their methodological advantages and weaknesses are outlined and discussed.
(2004, 3500 words)
The paper compares the methodology of two financial articles: Eric Chang, Ray Y. Chou and Edward F. Nelling "Market Volatility and the Demand for Hedging in Stock Index Futures"; and
"The Motivation for Hedging Revisited" by Joost M.E. Pennings and Raymond M. Leuthold
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